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 podcast introduces the concept of PBIS, Positive Behaviors and Supports, a type of behavior management technique that can be applied by parents to positively reinforce good behavior and eliminate unwanted ones in their children.
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 shares her experience of dealing with her daughter who was being bullied at school and how it affected her parenting.
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.
In this episode, the speaker shares a personal anecdote about parental expectations and drive, highlighting the difference in how parents motivate their children.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Gary recounts how his mother's inappropriate behavior of talking about men's genitals while measuring their inseam and washing his own genitals as an adolescent made him feel very confused during puberty.
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.
The podcast discusses the pros and cons of sharing children's special moments on social media and the potential impact on their privacy and future.
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.
The term "emotional incest" describes when a child is used by a parent as an emotional partner, often due to the parent's own unresolved issues. This can lead to feelings of powerlessness and abandonment in the child.
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.
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 societal narrative surrounding parenting often perpetuates the idea that mothers are solely responsible for their children. Even when fathers are deeply involved, they are rarely given equal credit.
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.
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 toxic parenting and its impacts on a child's development, as well as tips on how to navigate adult relationships with toxic parents.
A mother discusses her vision for her son's upcoming birthday party and the pressure she feels to have another baby.
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.
A baby draws a circle around their private area after being asked if they know the difference between telling the truth or lying, leading parents to discover an issue needing medical attention.
The speaker shares a personal story about a girl who was taken out of school for a week by her father and discusses how important it is to have the right parents looking after you.
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 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.
The consequences of parental abandonment are discussed in this podcast episode, including personal stories and the impact on children's lives.
The time spent in the car with kids can be an opportunity to bond and connect with them, even through listening to news and music, as it creates meaningful conversations between each other.
Comedian and actor shares his parenting advice on the importance of having part-time jobs for kids in developing a strong work ethic and understanding the value of money.
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 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 speaker discusses how she was impacted by trauma and the importance of not pressuring children to be perfect. She reflects on her experiences with shame, gaslighting, and manipulation, and how she wants to be a better parent to her daughter.
A rant on the pressure of parenthood standards, where even natural animal instincts are denied.
Alicia reads dramatic posts in a preschool group chat, causing concern for some parents, but others think it’s not a big deal. The parents discuss making Play-Doh from scratch with different ingredients.
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.
