A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
This podcast episode covers parenting struggles and philosophical questions such as how dogs view anger and the possibility of God being black.
The speaker shares her experiences growing up with an alcoholic parent and the resulting struggles with feeling in control and finding stability in work.
A parent speaks about the responsibility of protecting the minds of young children from harmful content and making sure they make good choices.
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 the importance of not rushing through parenting and seeking balance in this area of life. They also mention that their friends and loved ones are aware of their needs and moods, which can fluctuate over a longer period of time.
The pressure placed on children to achieve high grades and scores can send the message that they can't succeed without their parents' constant intervention. Instead, parents should value other aspects of childhood development such as love and chores.
Comedian Bill Burr shares his thoughts on how children learn to speak and then switches gears to pondering if his child will forgive him for saying something offensive in the future.
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.
The speaker shares an anecdote about his mother encouraging him to smoke when he was 12 years old to avoid eating. The clip also includes an unrelated advertisement for StoryWorth and mentions the toxicity of bedding products.
The speaker questions the normalization of inappropriate behavior, such as a daughter going swimsuit shopping with a random guy without a guardian's permission, and highlights the importance of proper protection and guidance for children.
The way human babies cry and the development of motherese as a way to communicate and soothe the baby, allowing parents to multitask while still providing comfort to their child. The evolution of the human brain has allowed for natural selection to take a step back in terms of physical adaptations and rely on the brain to find solutions.
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 younger generation has the unique advantage of being able to relate to people around the world on a personal level, which can lead to greater understanding and world peace. Parents should focus on developing the "what" in their children rather than the "how", helping them develop skills like face to face communication to thrive in a connected world.
The best way to help your kids with math homework is to not do it if you struggle with math anxiety or have a bad relationship with it. Communicating negative feelings or experiences about math can discourage your child from enjoying or being confident in the subject.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The hosts have a hilarious conversation about skin-on-skin sleeping with a newborn and the baby going after the male nipple. They also joke around about looking like Urkel and a Bollywood actor.
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the challenges of raising children in the lap of luxury and provides advice to new parents who have achieved financial success on how not to raise entitled kids.
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.
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 underscores the importance of spending quality time with kids without electronic devices, as we have become too busy in our own lives to really know our children, and the unnecessary pressure they have to deal with.
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 podcast touches on the challenges of changing diapers for baby boys and the unexpected consequences that follow, as well as a personal story of urinating on a leather jacket.
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.
A new father reminisces on the touching moment of seeing his partner hold their son for the first time and the encouragement from family during the first few days of parenting.
This podcast episode discusses the dangers of leaving babies unattended with cats, including the possibility of suffocation from a cat laying on the baby or from the baby grabbing objects like towels and placing them over its face. The speaker also talks about the challenges of being a parent and the need for sleep.
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.
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 speaker asks if their life has changed significantly since having children and shares a memory of a dangerous situation involving their friend Jason.
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.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
Lack of regulation in children's behavior might be a result of lack of proper education from parents. Absence of attention from parents poses a threat to children in public places.
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 podcast Bye Bye Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa shares stories and insights about parenting with guests in each episode. The show is a co-production of Milojo Productions and PRX Productions.
A humorous anecdote about a father reflecting on his child raising a bird, despite having never expected it.
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 mother shares her experience of parents supporting their high school basketball team's journey to the state tournament by volunteering for snacks, decorating the locker room, and making posters.
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.
