Life Kit: Parenting

Explore how to talk to kids about sex, bodies, and consent, promoting healthy body awareness and confidence, fostering understanding and consent, shifting to a positive approach in sexual education, and encouraging kids to explore and appreciate their bodies.

Exploring the emotional rollercoaster of new motherhood, this podcast delves into the complexities faced by moms. It discusses the importance of support systems, self-care, and embracing the identity shift as a journey of strength and evolution.

Overdose deaths among teenagers have skyrocketed in the last few years due to opioids like fentanyl. Experts say drug education that focuses on harm reduction, an approach that focuses on safety rather than abstinence, could help save lives. Here's how to start the conversation with young people and how to respond in an emergency.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Firearms are the number one cause of death for children and teens in the U.S. Parents can take life-saving precautions to protect children — whether or not you own a gun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Expert advice on how to talk to children about the violence in Israel and Gaza, including providing context, correcting misinformation, and addressing difficult questions. Guidance on helping children evaluate news sources and ensuring their physical safety. Tips for fostering imagination, promoting reflection, and maintaining open dialogue on tough topics.

Overindulging kids can have negative effects in adulthood. Child psychologist Lauren Silvers provides tips for curbing overindulgence. The podcast explores the differences between spoiling and overindulging kids. It also discusses the consequences of overindulgence and shifting parenting behavior during the pandemic. Strategies for making positive changes and setting boundaries are provided.

Children's health professionals widely recommend a strategy known as 'special time' to help reduce behavioral issues in young children. This episode explains how to do it and why this simple and free tool is so powerful.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

While there's endless advice for parents, there's little guidance on supporting kids for non-parents. Whether you're an aunt, uncle, godparent, or a family friend, here's how to have healthy, fulfilling relationships with kids that are not yours. We'll cover how to build those relationships, start routines, and create a safe space for the kids in your life.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Exploring the benefits of gaming for kids, including hand coordination, teamwork, and communication skills. Addressing concerns about violent video games and discussing the reasons behind gaming behavior. Promoting other podcast episodes on social media management and saving money while grocery shopping.

Explore the emotional challenges of pregnancy, including the loss of control, identity loss, and impact on mental health. Strategies for dealing with these challenges are provided, as well as the importance of having a support system and embracing the changes happening during pregnancy. Learn about the hormonal changes and mental shifts that occur during pregnancy and how they shape long-term physical and mental health.