Respectful Parenting

181: Why ‘giving choices’ doesn’t work – and what to do instead

By Jen Lumanlan | Apr 9, 2023

Learn why giving choices often doesn’t go as planned and discover a more effective tool to use in this episode. Gain insights into your child’s perspective and find a better way to navigate their needs and wants. Improve your communication with your child and build a more harmonious relationship.

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180: How to get your children to stop fighting

By Jen Lumanlan | Mar 26, 2023

Discover the key reasons behind sibling fighting and effective strategies to address them in this episode. Get to the root of the problem and learn actionable methods to reduce conflicts between your children. Put an end to sibling rivalry and bring more peace to your family.

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177: Three ways to be a good parent, even on bad days

By Jen Lumanlan | Feb 5, 2023

In this episode, we explore the reasons behind challenging parenting days, delving into factors such as child and parent temperament, attachment relationships, trauma, and neurodivergences. We also provide three valuable strategies for navigating these challenging days with more grace and minimizing the need for apologies.

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173: Why we shouldn’t read the “Your X-Year-Old Child” books any more

By Jen Lumanlan | Dec 4, 2022

In this episode, I critically examine the popular parenting books “Your One Year Old,” “Your Two Year Old,” and so on, by Louise Bates Ames. I question whether these books should be used as a guide for understanding children’s development due to their problematic cultural context.

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168: Feeling Triggered by Current Events

By Jen Lumanlan | Oct 2, 2022

In this episode, we address the emotional impact of global events on parenting and offer strategies to regulate emotions and foster autonomy. If you’re dealing with triggered feelings from external factors or past traumas, this episode provides valuable insights and tools for effective navigation.

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