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.
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 new system built by the boomers discarded everything that previously worked and created one that focused on taking on all the debt, building tiny nuclear families, and distancing oneself from their family, producing vulnerable 12-year-old boys with moms who had multiple boyfriends.
Goldia worries as her daughter, Phoenix, has not returned home by curfew, despite being a responsible 23-year-old. Her husband attempts to calm her down by assuring her that Phoenix will be home soon.
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 shares anecdotes about their children's humorous observations and nighttime routines, including one child's habit of taking late-night bathroom breaks.
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 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 about her experience raising children and wanting them to understand the concept of evil, but ultimately wanting them to live. She currently has a 13 year old son.
A parent discusses their trip to a theme park with their child, sharing that while they missed out on some rides, it was still a nice experience. The child was able to ride everything they were tall enough for and the parent realized that you never know how a trip like that will go until you're down there.
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.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
The podcast discusses how parents approach building judgment skills in their children by not sugar coating bad behavior and asking them if they feel loved enough.
Parents should create an environment at home where children have multiple opportunities to challenge their beliefs, step outside their comfort zone, and learn from failure to put them on the path to a fulfilling and successful life. Encouraging children to seek out learning for what they are interested in helps them become learners who seek to teach themselves rather than just pouring in information, leading them to think like entrepreneurs regardless of their career path.
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.
The speaker reflects on the importance of parenting that extends beyond the raising of children and the challenges of vulnerability in their own upbringing.
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 explores the downsides of having free-spirited parents, the mixed messages and the lack of attention that their children could feel.
The host and guest talk about the different styles of parenting and the impact it has on children's growth with examples from their own experiences.
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 hosts reflect on their experiences of holding onto time and cherishing it as parents. They discuss the importance of prioritizing time for yourself and your partner and not just solely focusing on your child.
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.
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 person is being asked about their baby's sleep time and whether they checked on the baby during the night.
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.
The transcript discusses the importance of evaluating parental fitness in custody cases with emphasis on the story of a father, Josh, who was recommended for supervised visitation.
The speaker shares about the experiences of planning a kid's birthday party, highlighting how most dads do not get what they want, and the children end up having the final decision anyway.
A mother shares how she deals with depression, anxiety, and parenting by taking breaks to relax and watch a movie when needed, while still getting things done.
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 speaker expresses her concerns about being involved in her child's life, based on her generational age and idea that less involvement is better. She also mentions uncertainty about her child's future college plans.
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.
The hosts discuss how parents' behavior in high school games, like yelling at their child and acting like a lunatic, can be embarrassing. They also advertise a call for voice memos to feature on their podcast.
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 man recalls his father making his brother cut his hair before a concert, and talks about his own experience with his father grabbing his hair and twisting his ear while cutting it.
A father talks about his child's fascination with a painting of an old man, then switches to asking his child about wearing makeup and getting Botox injections.
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.
