

Primal Parenting - Michaeleen Doucleff | Maiden Mother Matriarch 114
Nov 20, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Michaeleen Doucleff, an NPR correspondent and author of 'Hunt, Gather, Parent,' dives into the world of alternative parenting. She compares Western parenting trends to communal practices in hunter-gatherer societies, emphasizing the benefits of integrating children into adult life. Doucleff advocates for a balanced approach to safety and exploration, slow parenting that values everyday tasks, and the importance of community support. This thought-provoking conversation challenges listeners to rethink modern parenting norms.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Rethinking WEIRD Parenting Norms
02:14 • 27min
The Complexities of Modern Parenting in a Changing World
29:23 • 3min
The Balance of Safety and Exploration in Parenting
32:02 • 16min
Embracing Slow Parenting: Valuing Connection and Learning Through Everyday Tasks
48:03 • 3min
Exploring Privacy and Intimacy in Parenting
51:25 • 2min
Navigating Nighttime Parenting and Personal Choices
53:01 • 4min