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206: How to find yourself as a parent
Struggling to find your groove as a parent? Join a group coaching call to see how other parents navigate tough situations.
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205: How patriarchy hurts us…all of us
How does patriarchy show up in your parenting? Iris shares her journey from the Philippines to raising her daughter differently.
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204: How to create more time by taking care of yourself
Sara held herself to impossibly high standards until she discovered meeting her own needs actually created more time for family connection.
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203: How to move toward anti-racism with Kerry Cavers
Join a personal conversation with Kerry Cavers of Moms Against Racism Canada, plus get her comprehensive list of anti-racism actions.
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Q&A#5: What really matters in parenting? Part 1
What parenting decisions actually matter? Skip the worry and focus on the top 5 research-backed factors that truly impact development.
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202: How to Heal from Adverse Childhood Experiences with Dr. Nadine Burke Harris and Jackie Thu-Huong Wong
Most adults carry childhood trauma. Learn how Adverse Childhood Experiences affect health and how caring relationships create resilience.
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201: How to create a culture of consent in our families
Teaching consent starts with daily interactions. Learn how to honor your child’s autonomy while keeping them safe and healthy.
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200: Ask Alvin Anything (Part 1!)
For our 200th episode milestone, listeners interview my husband Alvin about our family, parenting journey, and how I’ve changed over the years.
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199: Digging Deeper into Parenting Beyond Power with Rachel Disney
Rachel asks the deep questions: Can we truly parent differently within current systems? How does parenting evolve as children grow older?
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198: The connection between your ideas about childhood and politics with Dr. Toby Rollo
“What if your ideas about politics were just your ideas about childhood, extrapolated?” Dr. Toby Rollo explores this provocative connection.
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197: What to do about reward and punishment systems at school with Denise Suarez
Starting our ‘back to basics’ series with classroom reward and punishment systems. Denise asks the questions; research provides the answers.
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196: How to do right by your child – and everyone else’s with Dr. Elizabeth Cripps
In ‘Parenting on Earth’ by Dr. Elizabeth Cripps, delve into the moral considerations surrounding parenting in the context of environmental challenges. Discover practical ways to navigate climate change and resource conservation while raising conscious children. This book offers a thoughtful guide to responsible parenting and collective action for a sustainable future.
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195: Raising Good Humans Every Day with Hunter Clarke-Fields
Explore Hunter Clarke-Fields’ new book, “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” a concise and actionable guide to everyday parenting. With short, practical chapters, it’s a valuable resource to help you apply positive practices in just a few minutes. Discover how this small but impactful book can make a difference in your daily parenting journey.
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194: Regulating for the kids…and for your marriage
Explore the story of Elizabeth and Marshall, a couple who embarked on the journey of self-discovery and parenting transformation together. They joined the Taming Your Triggers workshop and experienced profound shifts in their ability to be with their children and each other. Their story highlights the importance of investing in parenting education to create a more harmonious and mindful family life.
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193: You don’t have to believe everything you think
Discover a real magic trick to help you see that parenting challenges aren’t as dire as they seem. In this short episode, you’ll learn a practical technique that can boost your confidence and help you navigate difficult situations. Four listeners share their experiences with this magic trick, and you’ll get a step-by-step guide to use it when you need it. Don’t miss this empowering episode!
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192: What to do with the myth of Polyvagal Theory
Polyvagal Theory is all the rage, but how much scientific evidence supports it? In this episode, we delve into the foundational principles of Polyvagal Theory and question its legitimacy. Is there a better theory to understand our experiences as parents and individuals? Discover a path forward in this thought-provoking episode.
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191: Parenting Beyond Power launch celebration
Celebrate the release of the book “Parenting Beyond Power” in this special podcast episode. Join Jen as she discusses her book and answers questions from a listener. Discover the insights and inspiration behind the book and take part in this mini-celebration. Don’t miss it!
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190: How to use the tools in Parenting Beyond Power
Join a group of listeners as they delve into the core premise of the book “Parenting Beyond Power.” Explore how social forces like White supremacy, patriarchy, and capitalism can affect parenting and learn what you can do differently to create a better world for your children and future generations.
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189: Childhood Unlimited with Virginia Mendez
Explore the impact of gender messages in children’s books, films, toys, and language in this enlightening episode with Virginia Mendez, author of “Childhood Unlimited: Parenting Beyond the Gender Bias.” Learn how cultural ideas are passed on and how you can help your children develop a more inclusive and equitable understanding of gender.
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Q&A#4: Is it safe to delay math learning?
Join us in exploring the idea of delaying math learning for young children and whether there’s a “critical window” similar to language development. Listener Lindsay’s concerns about delayed math learning are addressed, including potential long-term effects, self-perception, and academic prospects.
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188: How to learn way beyond ‘doing well in school’
In this episode, we revisit Kelly’s journey through parental burnout, which we first explored in 2020. Kelly reflects on how her experiences are intertwined with societal issues, shedding light on the need for systemic change. She shares valuable insights into teaching her child critical thinking, empathy, and awareness of their immediate surroundings. Kelly’s journey demonstrates the power of self-awareness and the importance of supporting parents in our society.
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187: What to do when my child says: “I’m booored!”?
Help your child navigate those summer “I’m bored” moments with this episode. Discover the psychology of boredom and strategies for a more fulfilling summer.
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Q&A #3: Why do you have to go to work?
Answering kids’ questions about why parents go to work is essential. In this episode, we explore how capitalism, patriarchy, and family dynamics intersect in your responses.
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186: How to meet your needs with Mara Glatzel
Mara Glatzel’s new book focuses on understanding and meeting your needs. Discover how to identify and fulfill your needs to create a happier, more balanced life.
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185: How can we raise resilient children?
Rethink resilience! Explore how children and parents can adapt, learn, and grow in the face of challenges, incorporating valuable pandemic lessons into their lives.
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184: How to get on the same page as your co-parent
Navigating respectful parenting when your co-parent isn’t on the same page? Discover how Sarah and Declan transformed their dynamics and reestablished connection in this enlightening episode.
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183: What I wish I’d known about parenting
Gain insights and wisdom from parents who’ve navigated the trials and triumphs of parenting. In this episode, we explore what these parents wish they had known when their children were young. Their experiences offer valuable lessons on self-perception, nurturing our children without imposing our expectations, and finding fulfillment as parents. Don’t miss this episode for valuable guidance and perspective.
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182: How to get frustrating behavior to stop
This episode addresses common challenging behaviors in children, especially their frustrating behavior. Offering hope and practical strategies for parents to navigate and resolve these issues effectively.
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181: Why ‘giving choices’ doesn’t work – and what to do instead
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
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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