A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
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 speaker discusses the difficulty of applying peaceful parenting techniques and the challenges of being constantly challenged and questioned by their children.
The speaker shares her experience of dealing with her daughter who was being bullied at school and how it affected her parenting.
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.
A speaker talks about how she wanted to name her baby Italia, which prompted a conversation about baby names.
Many parents fear not being able to provide for their children and losing them in dangerous situations. However, raising children in a culture of fear may actually cause harm by creating excessive paranoia and anxiety.
A man shares stories about his father who shows a genuine interest in each of his kids' hobbies and passions, making it a point to bond with them and participate in activities that they enjoy.
A parent discusses her teenager sons' weekend morning routine and the expectations she has for them in terms of communication.
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.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The podcast hosts discuss the impact of parental influence on their lives, particularly in regards to their respective successes and career paths.
A person talks about the importance of playing with their kids and their own experiences with their dad being too sick to play.
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.
Raising entrepreneurial kids is not just about teaching them how to start a business to earn money, but rather about equipping them with the confidence, perseverance, and tenacity they need to succeed in life.
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.
In this podcast episode, we explore whether we can upgrade our baby's brain with science and expert advice. The host discusses the effect of protein intake on height and whether breast milk can be purchased for scientific research.
The podcast explores the downsides of having free-spirited parents, the mixed messages and the lack of attention that their children could feel.
The importance of truly listening to children when they speak and avoiding repeating non-productive parenting behaviors amidst parenting regrets is discussed.
Jocko Willink shares advice for single dads to communicate with their daughters in today's culture on how to deal with fear, the woke world, and how to keep a solid mindset growing up as a young woman.
Charles orders his son to work in a feedlot for 12 hours a day until he improves at tennis, highlighting the extreme parental pressure in sports.
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 person reflects on their relationship with their parents and how being the eldest child affected their upbringing. They also discuss their logical and fact-based communication style with their emotional mother.
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.
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.
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 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.
This podcast episode highlights the importance of communication in parenting, specifically in regards to potty training. It stresses the need for clear and explicit guidelines and the necessity to communicate with your partner to ensure both parents are on the same page.
A parent discusses how they like to keep their house clean and organized, despite the challenges of raising two young boys in an old firehouse.
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 mother reflects on her son's mischievous behavior on the bus and his good nature despite it.
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 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.
The speaker reflects on the confusing dynamics of parental relationships when roles seem to shift and grandparents need to be cared for like children.
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 man shares a story about his child using an offensive word and his wife's response to it.
In this episode, the speaker shares his perspective on being around kids during adult gatherings and how it can change the atmosphere. He also discusses how acknowledging the behavior of his children during their younger years does not necessarily mean that they are still that way now.
