Parents First
045: How parenting affects child development
Discover how parenting and the marital relationship significantly impact child development and academic performance with insights from Dr. Laura Froyen, a Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies.
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042: How to teach a child to use manners
Explore the intriguing world of manners and politeness as we navigate the research on teaching children good manners, and discover effective strategies for instilling politeness while fostering a respectful parent-child relationship.
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040: Only children: Are they as bad as advertised?
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…!”
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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036: The impact of divorce on a child’s development (Part 1)
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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