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.
This podcast episode covers parenting struggles and philosophical questions such as how dogs view anger and the possibility of God being black.
Helicopter parenting may prevent children from developing the necessary skills to ask for help and build a supportive network of relationships to lean on throughout their lives.
The speaker shares her experience of dealing with her daughter who was being bullied at school and how it affected her parenting.
The hosts discuss the dangers of leaving children unmonitored while using apps like TikTok, where one keyword search can lead to inappropriate content. They stress the importance of parents curating their children's online experiences.
One person shares their experience of potty training their child at around 18 months old, noting the difference in approach to teaching a child to use the toilet versus not using it.
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 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 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.
The speaker discusses the challenges of being an engaged and patient parent while also acknowledging the financial success of certain divisions within Amazon and Twitch despite the difficulties faced by brick and mortar businesses during the pandemic.
Josh's parenting is in question as he let his young sons share a home with an accused pedophile.
Focusing on behavior rather than a child's underlying emotional dynamics in a parenting or educational practice can be harmful since it only suppresses emotions or behaviors without understanding the root cause of the issue.
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.
The host discusses the signs of narcissistic parenting, including feeling like you're walking on eggshells around your parent and always feeling like they're getting the short end of the stick.
Sean Millay shares his insights on how to parent oneself and the significance of self-compassion in dealing with life problems.
Having kids taste everything is great until they develop a liking for expensive foods which significantly increases the bill, and finding a pearl in a clam or oyster is rare.
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.
The speaker discusses her preference for having a second boy after having a baby girl, stating that she believes brothers bond in a certain way.
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.
The speaker shares an awkward moment when her 13-year-old daughter watched a love scene with her during a movie screening.
A man recounts how his son bit a woman and how his friend let the boys use dangerous equipment unsupervised.
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 speaker discusses the importance of tracking their partner's phone location as a safety measure and acknowledges that different parents have different opinions on the matter.
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.
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 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.
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 speaker talks about his past experience creating a tasteful nudes calendar and reveals that his partner Mandy is currently taking care of their baby.
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 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 mother tells a story about someone commenting on her baby's love life, and her initial reactions to it, which includes getting upset.
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.
The conversation revolves around coaching your son and owning a security camera. They talk about the annoyance of having a security camera and the exchange of knowledge between generations.
The speaker's parents were okay with their belly button piercing but got furious when they found out about their tongue piercing, grounding the speaker and taking away their car until they removed the piercing.
The speaker discusses the pressure to meet certain "power mom" standards and how this can lead to judgement towards other parents. She also jokingly suggests bribing committee members if ever brought in front of them for judgement.
