Modern Parenting

040: Only children: Are they as bad as advertised?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 4, 2017

Are only children really more selfish and lacking in social skills? Delve into the stereotypes, research findings, and insights on raising an only child.

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039: What to do when your toddler says “No, I don’t wanna…!”

By Jen Lumanlan | May 21, 2017

Dealing with a defiant toddler? Dive into the world of oppositional defiance in children, understand the reasons behind it, and gain practical strategies for smoother parenting.

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038: The Opposite of Spoiled

By Jen Lumanlan | May 15, 2017

Explore the insightful conversation with Ron Lieber, author of “The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids who are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money.” Discover practical guidance on discussing money with children, including appropriate information for different ages, managing requests for purchases, and addressing questions about socioeconomic disparities. Join us as we gain valuable strategies for nurturing financially responsible and compassionate children.

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037: Generation Me

By Jen Lumanlan | May 7, 2017

Delve into the cultural forces shaping modern parenting, as we discuss individualism and its implications for raising the next generation. Learn how to navigate these dynamics for more balanced child-rearing.

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036: The impact of divorce on a child’s development (Part 1)

By Jen Lumanlan | Apr 30, 2017

This is the second of a short series of episodes on issues related to divorce.  The first was our “All Joy and No Fun” episode, where we talked about how parenting today can be the most joyful thing in our lives – even if it isn’t always a whole lot of fun from moment to…

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