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.
The speaker discusses the challenges of being a head of household and mentions how having conversations with his children can be difficult. He talks about his joy in instilling values into his children and how he cannot let natural tragedies affect his family negatively.
The speaker reflects on the common idea that even those we admire or respect had to do some morally questionable things and shares a story of a parent spoiling their child excessively despite being warned against it.
This podcast episode covers parenting struggles and philosophical questions such as how dogs view anger and the possibility of God being black.
A parent speaks about the responsibility of protecting the minds of young children from harmful content and making sure they make good choices.
A conversation about the importance of being present for children's milestones, sharing stories about missed opportunities and appreciating the little moments.
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.
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 reflects on the influence of their father, who has provided them with a way to express their idiosyncratic thinking and discarding tradition to establish an unconventional but meaningful relationship. They also admire their father's fastidious care in having difficult conversations.
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 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 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.
The discussion revolves around the importance of respecting things that matter to people, especially children, how parenting is a two-way street, and how inventions play an important role in society.
The speaker reflects on whether or not it is appropriate to inform young children about current crimes occurring in their neighborhoods related to missing persons.
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.
A discussion about the nuances of parenting and relationships, and the importance of recognizing healthy relationships with conflicts versus unhealthy relationships.
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 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.
A mother reflects on the qualities that her perfect child would have and shares a touching moment before they leave to move into a new house.
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 speaker discusses the difficulty in finding good kids movies that both parents and children can enjoy, including the overstimulating effects of shows like Paw Patrol.
The speaker discusses their hope for their baby to arrive on their dad's birthday and the likelihood of an early delivery based on previous experience.
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 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.
This episode discusses the importance of strategic parenting and having big picture thinking when it comes to raising children. The hosts suggest that guiding children towards positive outcomes is more effective than relying solely on parental instincts.
A mother shares her experience with multitasking and how it helps her connect with her child's education while also expressing frustration about men not holding up their end of things.
A mother expresses her desire for a second child after her friend gets pregnant.
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.
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.
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 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.
