The speaker talks about their tendency to stare suspiciously at babies in public in order to avoid kidnappers, and how this fear emerged around the time when they were concerned about the online security of someone they knew.
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.
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 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.
In this episode, the speaker talks about the significance of expression and eye contact while parenting a child. Lack of animation and expression could lead to fear in children, and the speaker also touches upon dissociative identity disorder.
The way parents communicate with each other can greatly impact their children's responses to being treated poorly in their personal and professional lives, as one woman shares her experience of watching her mother shout at her father and how it influenced her own behavior.
A parent speaks about the responsibility of protecting the minds of young children from harmful content and making sure they make good choices.
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.
A snippet of a conversation on parenting and self-reflection, where a father expresses his desire for his daughter to fall in love with someone just like himself.
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.
In this episode, a discussion takes place about the material of clothing for babies and whether expensive brands are necessary. The conversation starts after a tweet from venture capitalist Joe Lonsdale goes viral regarding people in power and their ability to remain in power while still taking care of a newborn.
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 discusses the challenges of being an engaged and patient parent while also acknowledging the financial success of certain divisions within Amazon and Twitch despite the difficulties faced by brick and mortar businesses during the pandemic.
The podcast hosts discuss the impact of parental influence on their lives, particularly in regards to their respective successes and career paths.
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.
This podcast episode highlights the cautionary tale of a family's story of media sensationalism and their parenting style, which was considered ahead of its time yet still adhered to the norms of the era. The narration also emphasizes on the importance of avoiding narratives based on incomplete information.
The advantages of having children include being reminded of experiences you can learn from as an adult, such as the combination of excitement and fear when starting something new. However, being a parent is also nerve-wracking because your children are not truly yours, they are on loan to you.
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 controversy over vaccination and homeschooling highlights a larger issue of parents treating their children as property, denying them proper medical care or education under the guise of personal freedom.
A new parent reflects on their responsibility to ensure a world grounded in love rather than fear, as well as the anxiety that comes with it, and the importance of empowering individuals to make a difference in their communities.
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.
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 mom feels reassured after receiving overwhelming positive feedback from other moms, despite a small amount of negative feedback, and is grateful for the success of her podcast.
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.
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 mother shares her desire to experience pure joy and awe in the moment with her children at least once a month, connecting with the divine within us all and being grateful for their growth and accomplishments.
A parent shares their experience dealing with taking care of a sick child and still attending a game during their spring break.
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 believes in exposing children to germs to help them fight off germs later on in life, despite the current pandemic and the precautions many are taking.
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."
A discussion on how parental beliefs can shape a person, with personal anecdotes on how their parents' stance against fascism influenced them and how popular culture has contributed to shaping modern couples.
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 woman's presence in his life has helped a father secure overnight visits with his son even if he didn't previously have a suitable place to stay when visiting him.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
In this episode, the hosts discuss parenting styles and the importance of following through on commitments. They also touch on the intimidation of knowing what you want in life and the dynamics of a blended family.
The host shares a personal story about how having a heart-to-heart conversation with his son helped him reflect on his own experiences of being parented and how parents should focus on the right things for their children rather than on material things.
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.
The hosts discuss how to handle childhood trauma as a parent, touching on the experiences of a recovering drug addict father and potential ways to reconcile with a child who feels hurt by their upbringing.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
In this podcast episode, two parents reflect on the joy of parenting and the unique names they came up with for their children. The conversation is light-hearted and playful, emphasizing the humor in the ups and downs of raising kids.
The speaker urges for a truce to be called on the parenting Olympics, highlighting a problematic situation between Scott, Plato Jason, and their unruly behavior at soccer games.
