Respectful Parenting
259: Understanding Why Your Child Hits (And What Actually Helps)
When your three-year-old hits, they’re communicating unmet needs. Learn to identify the feelings and needs behind hitting, and discover practical replacement behaviors that work for everyone.
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Episode Summary 06: When Holiday Gift Boundaries Don’t Work (What Does?)
When your parent keeps giving unwanted gifts despite clear boundaries, you’re not dealing with clutter. You’re grieving the relationship you wish you had.
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Episode Summary 05: How to Enforce Boundaries When Someone Doesn’t Respect Them
Many parents set boundaries but struggle when others ignore them. Therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab shares practical strategies for enforcing boundaries through actions, not just words, when people repeatedly cross your limits.
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254: What is FAFO Parenting? The 9 Most Important Things Parents Should Know
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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250: The Anxious Generation Review (Part 4): Should we ban cell phones at home?
Why rigid phone rules backfire and what builds trust while keeping teens safe online instead.
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