Growth & Development
152: Everything you need to know about sleep training
Macall Gordon, an expert with 20 years of experience in children’s sleep, as we explore the intersection between temperament and sleep. Get insights on supporting your child and addressing sleep training. Don’t miss this valuable episode for parents of infants to preschool-age kids.
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Meet The Alphabet Rockers, a dynamic children’s band promoting inclusivity and belonging. Dive into their work, their book “You Are Not Alone,” and explore essential parenting and social issues.
Listen to the full episode150: How to avoid passing on an eating disorder to our child with Dr. Shiri Sadeh-Sharvit
Explore the impacts of disordered eating on children’s well-being with Dr. Shiri Sadeh-Sharvit, co-author of “Parents with Eating Disorders: An Intervention Guide.” Learn how to heal and prevent the passing down of these patterns to the next generation.
Listen to the full episode149: How to set the boundaries you need
Explore the ongoing challenge of setting boundaries in parenting in this episode. We delve into the reasons why boundaries can be difficult to establish, rooted in patriarchal relationship norms. Additionally, we discuss how breaking down boundaries between ourselves and our communities can reduce stress and isolation, making parenting more manageable. Join the conversation to uncover the dynamics of boundaries in parenting and relationships.
Listen to the full episode148: Is spanking a child really so bad?
Dive into the contentious topic of spanking in parenting in this thought-provoking episode. Our guest, Professor Andrew Grogan-Kaylor, views spanking as an Adverse Childhood Experience akin to severe trauma. We explore the ethical dimensions of physical punishment and discuss the quirks of past research that once supported spanking’s efficacy. Discover alternative approaches to parenting that foster intrinsic motivation in children, without resorting to punitive measures.
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