Growth & Development

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254: What is FAFO Parenting? The 9 Most Important Things Parents Should Know

By Jen Lumanlan | Sep 2, 2025

FAFO parenting promises to fix “soft” kids through harsh consequences, but research shows collaborative approaches build stronger relationships and better behavior.

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253: How to Do Homeschooling: A Former Teacher Explores Unschooling

By Jen Lumanlan | Aug 17, 2025

Ever wondered about alternatives to traditional schooling? Join teacher-turned-parent Laura Moore as she explores unschooling, work-life balance, and preserving children’s curiosity outside conventional education.

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252: From ‘Be the Best’ Anxiety to Trusting Your Child’s Natural Learning

By Jen Lumanlan | Aug 10, 2025

When Sara’s four-year-old started asking permission for art supplies he’d always freely used, she realized preschool was changing his natural curiosity.

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251: Why Your 8-12 Year Old Should Start a Business (And How to Support Them Without Taking Over!)

By Jen Lumanlan | Aug 3, 2025

Discover why ages 8-12 are perfect for kid businesses that teach real-world skills like initiative, communication, and financial literacy through meaningful work.

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Episode Summary 02: The Anxious Generation: What Parents Need to Know

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 27, 2025

Worried social media is destroying your teen’s mental health? The research tells a different story than the headlines suggest.

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