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 hosts discuss the importance of setting a likable culture in both your home and business in order to find success, as well as acknowledging the concept of "personality privilege" and the benefits of teaching your children to be likable early on in life.
In this episode, the speaker shares a personal anecdote about parental expectations and drive, highlighting the difference in how parents motivate their children.
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 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.
A mother's natural instinct to protect her baby is triggered by a feeling that comes from giving birth. Cold exposure is a way of training the body to adapt and prepare to protect the child.
The podcast hosts discuss Sarah Situs's unconventional parenting checklist that is quite different from what one would expect from the early 1900s.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The speaker discusses the importance of providing clear boundaries for children while working with them to discover their own passions and creativity, allowing them to indulge their curiosity and encouraging psychological safety.
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 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.
Sean Millay shares his insights on how to parent oneself and the significance of self-compassion in dealing with life problems.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 father notices his child is in pain and takes him to the hospital after realizing there may be a serious issue. The family lives in a trailer park and the mother is young, in her early 20s.
A mother expresses her desire for a second child after her friend gets pregnant.
This podcast snippet discusses the importance of multitasking for busy parents and the benefits of using a dishwasher to save time when dealing with household chores such as cleaning dishes.
A mother takes her baby on a morning spider walk around the house looking for spiderwebs, while also feeling exhausted from being a parent to a young 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.
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.
Parents with rotator cuff injuries can find it difficult to lift and take care of their children, especially infants and toddlers.
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.
The speaker is frustrated with parents who spell their children's names in an unconventional way and believes it is unfair to the child in the long run.
The podcast Bye Bye Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa shares stories and insights about parenting with guests in each episode. The show is a co-production of Milojo Productions and PRX Productions.
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.
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.
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.
Comedian David Spade discusses the inappropriate books he used to read to his children before bedtime and the importance of being mindful of the content consumed by kids.
