Shelly Lefkoe explains how parents can help their child by protecting their beliefs and teaching them about compassion, the power of their thoughts, and how grades do not determine their worth.
This podcast episode discusses parenting guidelines for dealing with toddler tantrums, and how poor parenting and home environments can contribute. The hosts emphasize the importance of allowing toddlers to have tantrums within the first few years of life, and give tips for managing difficult behavior.
A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
The speaker reflects on how being conscious of the way his own parents' behavior affected him allowed him to break the cycle and create a healthy and functional relationship with his five children.
The speaker shares their experience of realizing the importance of intentionally listening to their parents as friends and not just as authority figures. This allows for a deeper connection and understanding between parent and child.
This podcast episode covers parenting struggles and philosophical questions such as how dogs view anger and the possibility of God being black.
Free range parenting is a parenting philosophy focused on allowing children to learn and fail on their own. It involves encouraging exploration and experimentation, even if it leads to failure and disappointment, as a way to promote growth and development.
The speaker shares her experience of dealing with her daughter who was being bullied at school and how it affected her parenting.
The hosts discuss the dangers of leaving children unmonitored while using apps like TikTok, where one keyword search can lead to inappropriate content. They stress the importance of parents curating their children's online experiences.
The speaker shares their experience of hitting rock bottom and being afraid of their parents' disappointment, and how they observed other people with conservative parents who also live in fear of their expectations.
The pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges for parents who are now tackling the role of teacher and caregiver, making it particularly hard for parents of younger children who are still adapting to school.
The most effective parenting style allows for both structure and safety, as well as independence and emotional respect for the child. Setting rules is important, but it is equally important to listen to the child and take their perspective into consideration.
A mother discusses raising her sons after divorce, including the challenges of single parenthood and unexpected expenses.
This podcast discusses how parents can instill adaptive mindset in children by emphasizing the benefits of healthy foods and stress management techniques. It highlights the importance of focusing on mindset rather than getting kids to do certain things.
Author Julie Lithcott-Hames discusses the negative effects of modern parenting on children and offers tips on how to raise self-sufficient kids. Stick around after her talk to hear more about her new book, Your Turn, How to Be an Adult, and her new online course for TED on building a future that fits you.
Mary Lynn recalls a moment by the pool when her friend's child tried to hold their breath for too long, and how her background in teaching influenced how she approached the situation as a parent.
The speaker shares about their childhood memories with a parent who would often become loud and aggressive when drinking, despite their family's financial stability. However, the speaker also mentions positive memories of this parent being happy and fun-loving, like when they would have big movie nights on their projector screen.
Bill's daughter had to follow a strict 9 p.m. curfew, and provide ticket stubs for fairs or concerts she attended. The speaker believes sharing more details about the story may become tedious for the audience.
A parent talks about the satisfaction of spending time with their children by walking them to school every day, and the importance of job fulfillment. They also mention a funny incident where the high school strictly prohibited DoorDash deliveries to school.
A mother sacrifices her wants to save for her children's future, documenting their voices on the way.
The speaker shares her personal experience of not having a full-time nanny to learn how to care for her daughter while also maintaining her career. However, she suggests using a hidden camera such as a Ring camera in an old teddy bear to monitor the child's safety.
The host and guest talk about the different styles of parenting and the impact it has on children's growth with examples from their own experiences.
The speaker discusses their discomfort with touch and speculates that it may have been passed down from their parents' parenting style, which involved physical distancing.
The speaker reflects on the role of parenting in shaping the next generation and shares positive thoughts on the future of America.
Joyce's daughter, Renee, seemed eager to begin acting like an adult, running around with older kids, and eventually going off to Mobile, Alabama. In order to understand Renee's story, Joyce needs to learn about who she was as a child and at what point her life began to veer away from New Orleans.
The speaker discusses the idea of white collar parents leaving their newborn babies at daycare to return to work, resulting in the irresponsible behavior of deadbeat parents.
This episode discusses the experience of being woken up in the middle of the night by a child who is having trouble sleeping and explores the challenges of sleep deprivation for parents.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
The societal narrative surrounding parenting often perpetuates the idea that mothers are solely responsible for their children. Even when fathers are deeply involved, they are rarely given equal credit.
Two parents share their tips for putting kids to bed without waking them up, including crawling on the floor and army style movements. Billy also talks about the difficulties of balancing sports and bedtime routines.
This podcast talks about the different parenting patterns that can affect us in different ways. It touches upon issues like having explosive parents, lack of boundaries, and other factors that can make us feel emotionally or physically unsafe in our environment.
A mother talks about her experience in a toddler tumbling class and the ethereal Brooklyn moms who were also attending. She also discusses her son's sleeping habits and how one of her kids was a circle sitter while the other one was just like Pete.
A father describes the traumatic experience of almost losing his wife during childbirth and realizing that the baby's cord was wrapped around his body and neck.
Suzanne's relationship with her parents became strained after she continued seeing her boyfriend Daniel despite their disapproval. They eventually gave her an ultimatum to break up with him or lose their financial support.
A father notices his child is in pain and takes him to the hospital after realizing there may be a serious issue. The family lives in a trailer park and the mother is young, in her early 20s.
A mother discusses her vision for her son's upcoming birthday party and the pressure she feels to have another baby.
The transcript discusses the importance of evaluating parental fitness in custody cases with emphasis on the story of a father, Josh, who was recommended for supervised visitation.
A man struggles with understanding his wife's needs after a difficult birth, and relies on his friends for advice instead of recognizing his own shortcomings. This leads him to eventually write a book about his experiences.
The podcast discusses the fine line between being generous with your children and spoiling them. The hosts suggest that parents should ask themselves if the gesture in question is emotionally damaging to their child before deciding whether or not to follow through.
Freakonomics Radio will revisit their data-driven look at what factors actually contribute to academic success in raising children in next week's episode, "The Economist's Guide to Parenting."
The hosts believe in a parenting strategy that involves allowing their children to gravitate towards things they care about and driving through life with a strong moral compass. They discuss the importance of finding something to genuinely connect with in life.
The time spent in the car with kids can be an opportunity to bond and connect with them, even through listening to news and music, as it creates meaningful conversations between each other.
The speaker shares insights on how divorced parents may try to weaponize their children against the other parent, causing stress and conflict, and offers advice on how to handle such situations.
The speaker talks about his approach to kissing his kids and how it has changed as they've grown.
In this podcast, a father talks about how he often treats his daughter like an extension of himself and how he plans to spend quality time with her.
The psychological impact of parental attitudes can create certain barriers for a child, making it difficult to create a bridge between them. Discussing the potential for abuse and escaping into fantasy as coping mechanisms.
A mother tells a story about someone commenting on her baby's love life, and her initial reactions to it, which includes getting upset.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
In a podcast episode with Hoda Kotb, the speaker discusses the challenging yet beautiful experience of being a parent, with insights on how to handle parenting fatigue and finding joy in the journey.
A group of friends are involved in competitive parenting where people donate sports tickets or coupons to their businesses. One member has a grudge against another over small things like leaving dishes on the table.
The host discusses the negative effects of over-celebrating children and creating a culture where every little moment is considered special and sacred, leading to feelings of guilt and unrealistic expectations later on.
