Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled
JLML Press
In the 25+ years Janet Lansbury has worked with children and parents, she's learned a lot. She's here to share it with you. Each episode of Unruffled addresses a reader's parenting issue through the lens of Janet's respectful parenting approach, consistently offering a perspective shift that ultimately frees parents of the need for scripts, strategies, tricks, and tactics.Janet is a parenting author and consultant whose website (JanetLansbury.com) is visited by millions of readers annually. Her work informs, inspires, and supports caregivers of infants and toddlers across the globe, helping to create authentic relationships of respect, trust, and love.Janet's "No Bad Kids Master Course" is available at NoBadKidsCourse and JanetLansbury. Her best-selling books “No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline without Shame” and "Elevating Child Care: A Guide to Respectful Parenting" are available in all formats at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you buy your books. Featured in The New Yorker, recommended 'Best Parenting Podcast' by The Washington Post, The New York Times, USA Today, The Cut, Fatherly, Today's Parent, and many, many more.Please note: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and advice presented on this podcast by Janet Lansbury and her guests are based on their training and experience. Opinions are offered in good faith but do not constitute professional, psychiatric, or medical advice, neither are they intended to be. You do not have to use this information, and it should not be substituted for qualified medical expertise.Copyright JLML Press (2025) All Rights Reserved
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Oct 22, 2024 • 29min
"Earlier Is Better" And Other Child Development Myths (with Rae Pica)
Rae Pica, an early childhood education expert and author of 20 books, joins the discussion to unravel the truth about child development. She challenges common myths, emphasizing that earlier milestones don't guarantee success and that play is essential for learning. Rae advocates for creativity, healthily embracing risk, and prioritizing the learning process over perfection. She encourages parents to allow children the freedom to explore, highlighting critical insights that can reshape parenting approaches.
Oct 15, 2024 • 32min
Kids Don't Need Intensive Parenting (and Neither do We!)
Parents today face overwhelming stress from the pressures of intensive parenting, which often leads to burnout. The conversation shifts to embracing trust over control, advocating for children's independence, and fostering a balanced approach to parenting. Attentive caregiving is highlighted as crucial for child development, encouraging parents to let go and allow kids to lead. Lastly, the podcast delves into teaching resilience and empathy by letting children learn from their experiences, steering clear of the need for constant oversight.
Oct 8, 2024 • 30min
Is Disrespect a Tantrum in Disguise?
A frustrated parent grapples with their 7-year-old's rude behavior, raising questions about underlying emotions. The discussion highlights how older children's tantrums resemble those of toddlers, emphasizing empathy and connection. Strategies for addressing feelings of overwhelm and maintaining boundaries are explored. The importance of a compassionate response to emotional outbursts is stressed, helping parents navigate these challenging dynamics.
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Oct 1, 2024 • 31min
What's Too Strict? What's Not Strict Enough?
Parenting can feel like walking a tightrope. The podcast dives into the tricky balance between being too strict and too permissive. It emphasizes building trust and understanding with children while fostering their emotional needs. Strategies for discipline without punishment are highlighted, focusing on teaching life skills. The conversation also touches on navigating interactions with pets and peers, ensuring safety with preventative boundaries. Expect practical advice to create a peaceful family dynamic and support children’s emotional growth.
Sep 24, 2024 • 29min
Character Building Lessons You Want Your Kids to Learn
Life lessons reveal how to nurture responsibility and resilience in children. Discover the power of modeling behavior over simple instruction. Explore themes like perseverance, kindness, and emotional awareness. Learn to navigate the emotional journey of teaching, allowing kids to experience their feelings without judgment. It's all about fostering gratitude and self-identity while encouraging individuality and emotional resilience. These discussions are aimed at creating strong values in the next generation.
Sep 17, 2024 • 45min
Triggered Again: Understanding Our Reactions to Kids' Behaviors (With Elisabeth Corey)
In this discussion, trauma survivor Elisabeth Corey shares her journey of healing from severe childhood trauma while navigating the challenges of parenting twins. She highlights how unresolved past hurts manifest in our reactions to our children's behaviors, urging parents to explore these triggers with curiosity and self-compassion. Elisabeth emphasizes the importance of genuine engagement rather than scripted responses, encouraging emotional processing to foster deeper connections and understanding within the family. Through personal insights, she illustrates the transformative power of acknowledging emotions in parenting.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 33min
Strict Is Loving
In this discussion, the host emphasizes that strictness in parenting can be a sign of love. Setting firm boundaries is crucial for children's emotional resilience and fosters healthier relationships. The balance between allowing emotional expression while maintaining discipline is highlighted. Strategies for navigating public behavior and tantrums are also explored, showcasing the importance of boundaries in promoting good habits. The overall message reinforces that strict guidance can coexist with kindness, benefiting both parents and children.
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Sep 3, 2024 • 46min
Am I Ruining My Child With Respectful Parenting? (A Parent Consultation)
A concerned mother grapples with her toddler's intense emotional outbursts, questioning if her respectful parenting approach is too lenient. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing emotional acknowledgment with assertive boundaries. Listeners learn how children's crying can signify developing empathy, while also facing societal pressures. Real-life examples illustrate the complexity of navigating public tantrums and self-doubt, emphasizing the need for parental self-care and emotional modeling to nurture a healthy parent-child relationship.
Aug 27, 2024 • 44min
Everything Upsets My Spirited Toddler (A Parent Consultation)
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.
Aug 20, 2024 • 21min
3 Ways to Calm Back-to-School Jitters
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.
