Posts by Jen Lumanlan
192: What to do with the myth of Polyvagal Theory
Polyvagal Theory is all the rage, but how much scientific evidence supports it? In this episode, we delve into the foundational principles of Polyvagal Theory and question its legitimacy. Is there a better theory to understand our experiences as parents and individuals? Discover a path forward in this thought-provoking episode.
191: Parenting Beyond Power launch celebration
190: How to use the tools in Parenting Beyond Power
Join a group of listeners as they delve into the core premise of the book “Parenting Beyond Power.” Explore how social forces like White supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalism can affect parenting and learn what you can do differently to create a better world for your children and future generations.
The connection between social challenges and power
A few weeks ago I sent an email to YPM subscribers about Juneteenth, and how I see the connections between parenting and power, and one of you wrote back to me: I as a white parent am exerting power over my white child. How does this connect to racism? I understand modeling how…
Read Full Post189: Childhood Unlimited with Virginia Mendez
Explore the impact of gender messages in children’s books, films, toys, and language in this enlightening episode with Virginia Mendez, author of “Childhood Unlimited: Parenting Beyond the Gender Bias.” Learn how cultural ideas are passed on and how you can help your children develop a more inclusive and equitable understanding of gender.