Janet, an expert in respectful parenting, joins to address a mom's doubts about her gentle approach with her toddler. The conversation dives into the balance between acknowledging feelings and setting boundaries. Janet reassures the mom that it's okay to assert her own limits while being empathetic. They discuss managing intense tantrums and the challenge of parenting in public, emphasizing how important it is for children to express emotions safely. Janet's insights provide clarity on modeling healthy emotional behavior.

In this episode, a concerned single mom seeks advice on managing her spirited 18-month-old daughter, who exhibits intense emotional reactions and aggressive behaviors. Janet discusses the importance of understanding emotional expressions and emphasizes the need for compassionate responses. Strategies for addressing biting and setting boundaries are explored, along with the critical role adult reactions play in a child’s emotional development. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the significance of creating a supportive environment for both the child and parent.

Starting school can be a rollercoaster of emotions for both kids and parents. The conversation offers practical strategies to help ease back-to-school jitters, focusing on the impact of parental emotions. Techniques for empowering children through empathy, generous acts, and the use of audiobooks for entertainment are shared. Additionally, the importance of validating feelings and maintaining open communication is emphasized, making transitions smoother and more positive for everyone involved.

In this discussion, expert Janet shares insights on navigating children's challenging behaviors. She addresses alarming parenting concerns, like kids role-playing as 'bad guys' and showing aggression. Janet emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding underlying emotional needs. Through her guidance, parents learn to foster open communication and create a trusting environment. She also highlights how recognizing and validating feelings can help manage 'sneaky' behavior, transforming confusion into connection.

In this conversation, Kim John Payne, a renowned family consultant and author of 'Simplicity Parenting,' shares insights on how embracing the power of less can enhance family life. He discusses the overwhelming effects of a fast-paced culture on children’s well-being, advocating for simplicity and structure to foster resilience. The duo explores the transformative role of self-directed play and emotional support in nurturing creativity and confidence. They emphasize authentic parenting as essential for deep connections, urging families to focus on what truly matters.

Janet Lansbury, an expert in fostering self-directed play in children, delves into the importance of independent play for a child's development. She tackles myths that can stifle creativity and autonomy, emphasizing that children can play alone with supportive guidance. Janet shares how nurturing environments can enhance self-esteem and strengthen parent-child bonds while encouraging natural instincts for play. She also highlights the value of resilience, advising parents to let their children experience challenges without swooping in to solve everything.

Parenting challenges like handling children's intense emotions, aggressive behaviors, and tantrums are discussed. Strategies for staying composed, validating emotions, and setting boundaries are shared to help parents navigate these stormy situations

In this podcast, Janet discusses the challenges of potty training and offers her gentle approach to understanding children's needs. She emphasizes the importance of empowering children and provides strategies for navigating common potty training challenges. From trust and calmness to avoiding pressure, Janet's advice aims to create a positive experience for both parent and child.

A parent consults about her one-year-old's intense reactions to routine activities, seeking advice on handling crying and screaming when faced with changes. Strategies for empathetically addressing the child's emotions, setting boundaries, and supporting emotional expression are discussed. Tips for handling tantrums in young children and understanding and supporting a child's emotional needs are highlighted. The importance of establishing emotional connection and boundaries for healthy child development is emphasized.

Psychologist and Harvard lecturer Susan Linn discusses how digital culture influences kids towards consumerism and brand loyalty. She explains how games and devices can hinder learning and parent-child relationships. The episode emphasizes choosing beneficial toys and programs, combatting commercialized culture, and advocating for critical thinking to counter corporate influence on children.