The concept of a "good mother" versus a "bad mother" can be developed during a child's development, where positive attributes from the mother create a unified image of good, while negative attributes create the image of bad.
This podcast episode discusses the negative impact that device usage can have on our children and personal relationships. The speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching children basic communication skills and making time for activities that bring us joy in all aspects of life.
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 podcast introduces the concept of PBIS, Positive Behaviors and Supports, a type of behavior management technique that can be applied by parents to positively reinforce good behavior and eliminate unwanted ones in their children.
The podcast speaker reflects on how having children can change one's behavior and thoughts on parenting, and how gender may influence those perceptions.
The speaker talks about his upbringing and how a neighbor can describe him as a child. The speaker shares his opinion as a psychiatrist and family practitioner regarding a certain parenting approach.
The speaker discusses how making decisions based on love is different from sacrifice, and when it comes to choosing between staying with the kids or going to the movies, love should be the guiding factor. The speaker also talks about the different meanings of the word sacrifice, which can lead to confusion in certain contexts.
A couple adopted Jaleek, a 12-year-old with reactive attachment disorder, which means he has a hard time building emotional connections with others. The couple understood they were bringing him into their family with all the same rights, expectations, and love as their biological kids.
Khadija's mother expresses her annoyance towards Jeremy's absence in taking care of his kids and questioning if she needed to cook for them, indicating a negative attitude towards him.
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.
The speaker questions whether a group of dominating women are terrorizing a young boy in a family where the father is absent.
A parent regretful of not pursuing a promotion pushes their kid to follow their career path, despite the fact that they misused their idea.
The speaker shares the story of how he watched a mature movie with his ten-year-old daughter and how quickly they noticed explicit and mature language.
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.
The speaker reflects on their approach to decision making and parenting, emphasizing the importance of thinking before acting and fostering resilience in their children.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The speaker discusses the societal pressure to have kids and the misconception that having kids will bring unconditional love and fulfillment. They reflect on the lack of emotional support from their own parents and grandparents due to physically deprived times.
The conversation is about the chaos of raising kids and training rescue dogs, including a story about a bulldog causing chaos in the middle of the night and one involving a golden retriever.
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.
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 podcast discusses the pros and cons of sharing children's special moments on social media and the potential impact on their privacy and future.
A soldier talks about being a dad while deployed and how his time was divided while also serving in the military.
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 talks about how their daughter got a driving ticket on the day she received her license and wasn't supposed to drive passengers, as well as being in a potentially dangerous situation in a parking lot.
The speaker shares in this episode that parents must understand that their children are unique and they need to parent the child they have, not turn them into a mini version of themselves. She credits her mother, Marianne Robinson, for teaching her this valuable lesson.
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.
The speaker discusses her preference for having a second boy after having a baby girl, stating that she believes brothers bond in a certain way.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
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.
A man recounts how his son bit a woman and how his friend let the boys use dangerous equipment unsupervised.
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 mother discusses her desire for a daughter despite being happy with her two sons and the possibility of having a third child.
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.
The podcast discusses how some parents choose to stop drinking as they cannot handle being hungover with their children, and the challenges of parenting while dealing with the effects of alcohol consumption.
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.
A conversation about the challenges of parenting, particularly when a child has special needs, and the importance of communication between partners.
A mother reflects on her son's mischievous behavior on the bus and his good nature despite it.
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 conversation among friends where they talk about the pressure moms face to dress their babies well and the annoyance of people telling them babies grow too fast for shoes.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
Alicia reads dramatic posts in a preschool group chat, causing concern for some parents, but others think it’s not a big deal. The parents discuss making Play-Doh from scratch with different ingredients.
Pumps discusses an overprotective mom who creates a group chat for other 22-year-old mothers as she accompanies her son to the airport.
