Growth & Development

160: Wanting What’s Best with Sarah Jaffe

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 3, 2022

Delve into a fresh perspective on parenting and privilege with Sarah W. Jaffe’s upcoming book. It sheds light on how the choices predominantly well-off, White parents make impact others, offering insights into aligning decisions with values. Stay tuned for the September 2023 release, a vital addition to the dialogue on parenting, privilege, and equality.

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159: Supporting Girls’ Relationships with Dr. Marnina Gonick

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 19, 2022

Explore the intricacies of girls’ relationships in our culture with Dr. Marnina Gonick. In this episode, we discuss why girls may sometimes exhibit “mean” behaviors and whether these are choices or influenced by societal pressures. Gain valuable insights from Dr. Gonick, a Canada Research Chair in Gender, as she delves into girls’ roles in our society and their potential to bring about change. Stay tuned for more on boys’ relationships in upcoming episodes.

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158: Deconstructing Developmental Psychology with Dr. Erica Burman

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 5, 2022

In the world of child development, Dr. Erica Burman’s book “Deconstructing Developmental Psychology” challenges conventional research by revealing hidden influences in studies. She encourages us to dig deeper and question if we’re reinforcing outdated ideas of “success” that no longer serve us or our children. Explore her thought-provoking insights and redefine how we approach child development.

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156: From desperation to collaboration

By Jen Lumanlan | May 15, 2022

Adrianna and Tim, seasoned parents, struggled to find effective solutions for their kids’ constant rivalry. Joining the Parenting Membership sparked a transformative journey. They discovered new approaches through community support, engaging in explicit conversations about their children’s needs and their own. Celebrate their remarkable transformation with us!

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155: How to get your child to listen to you

By Jen Lumanlan | May 1, 2022

Chrystal’s insightful approach to getting her spirited children to listen without raising entitled kids is a must-listen. She shares practical tools and collaborative strategies. Her success story proves that respectful parenting doesn’t create entitled children but fosters cooperation. Explore her transformative journey from battles to collaboration, inspired by the Setting Loving (& Effective!) Limits workshop.

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