Culture & Race

parenting across cultures, cross-cultural parenting

SYPM 007: Parenting Across Cultural Divides

By Jen Lumanlan | Aug 23, 2020

Discover strategies for handling challenging parenting moments in public, as we explore the impact of cultural differences on parenting approaches. Join us as we navigate through layers of emotions and address the well-meaning comments that can affect children’s self-esteem. Tune in to this insightful episode with a surprise guest appearance by Denise’s children.

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118: Are You Raising Materialistic Kids?

By Jen Lumanlan | Aug 11, 2020

Dr. Susanna Opree from Erasmus University Rotterdam, a leading expert on the impact of advertising and media on children’s materialism and well-being. Gain insights into how children’s understanding of materialism changes over time and the role of parents in shaping their values. Discover strategies for promoting a healthy relationship with money in children. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on parenting, materialism, and children’s well-being.

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Your Parenting Mojo Episode 117 Socialization and Pandemic Pods

117: Socialization and Pandemic Pods

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 26, 2020

Concerned about your child’s socialization during extended closures of daycares, preschools, and schools? Join our parenting forum to get insights on the impact of limited socialization and explore alternative options like Pandemic Pods. Learn about the hidden aspects of socialization in schools and discover ways to set up pods that promote equity and inclusivity.

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116: Turn Work-Family Conflict Into Work-Family Balance

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 16, 2020

Learn how to navigate work-family conflict during the era of COVID with licensed psychologist Dr. Yael Schonbrun. Gain insights on finding alignment with your values and cultivating peace amidst challenging circumstances. Discover strategies to create a harmonious work-life balance, even in the absence of supportive policies.

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115: Reducing the Impact of Advertising to Children

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 5, 2020

Explore the impact of advertising on children and gain insights from Dr. Esther Rozendaal of Radboud University in the Netherlands. Discover when children start to differentiate advertising from regular TV programming and recognize its persuasive intent. Learn effective strategies for parents to mitigate the influence of advertising on their children. Join us for an enlightening episode on the complexities of advertising and its implications for parenting.

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