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.
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.
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.
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 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.
The speaker questions the origin of the "Everyone Gets a Trophy" culture and criticizes parents who use cruel names for their children. A photo of a young child is also mentioned.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
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.
Over-praising children for their inherent qualities can actually lower their self-esteem rather than raising it, according to recent research. Autonomy-supportive parenting, which allows a child to struggle and learn through frustration, can lead to a better ability to complete difficult tasks in the long term.
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 mother tells a story about someone commenting on her baby's love life, and her initial reactions to it, which includes getting upset.
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.
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 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.
A mother sacrifices her wants to save for her children's future, documenting their voices on the way.
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.
The stage of trying out different things and discovering who you are is important for individual growth and standing on your own. However, some parents may treat their kids the same way they were raised.
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.
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 her vision for her son's upcoming birthday party and the pressure she feels to have another baby.
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.
A conversation where a person talks about enjoying when his daughters are scared, his preference for tequila, and not wanting to sound weak when discussing his surgery.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Sean Millay shares his insights on how to parent oneself and the significance of self-compassion in dealing with life problems.
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 speaker talks about how people around him encouraged him not to stress out when having a baby, and instead to relax and enjoy life without worrying too much about the future.
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 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.
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 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.
A discussion on how most parenting books cater to a specific demographic and do not account for other factors like family conflict, teenage pregnancy and children's personalities.
Lawrence and Sonya Richard share their experiences of parenting from different perspectives, as an attorney and an educator. They discuss the importance of communication and raising their children to be black in the world, but whoever they want to be at home.
A military father shares the story of how he was charged with child negligence and had to pay $65,000 in restitution after his son defecated in his pants because his teacher wouldn't let him use the restroom, highlighting the unintended and severe consequences of punishing children for basic bodily functions.
A parent recounts a recent train ride with their daughter that ended in tears, and reflects on the uncertainty of when they will return.
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.
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.
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.
A study found that there are no bonding issues between parents and children with cleft palates or lips. However, in developing countries, parents may blame each other for their child's condition.
The speaker reflects on the challenges of being a responsible child and parenting in general, highlighting the need to find a balance between overprotective and hands-off parenting.
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.
The challenges of being raised by famous parents are discussed, including the inherent difficulties and strange moments that arise.
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 speaker discusses their discomfort with touch and speculates that it may have been passed down from their parents' parenting style, which involved physical distancing.
A couple adopted Jaleek, a 12-year-old with reactive attachment disorder, which means he has a hard time building emotional connections with others. The couple understood they were bringing him into their family with all the same rights, expectations, and love as their biological kids.
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.
Wilhelm's caretaker taught him to ride a horse by letting him repeatedly fall off, ignoring his tears until he got used to it, which is just one example of bad parenting techniques being used on the Prince.
A child found a way around parental controls set by their dad to access other games using the space bar.
