A parent shares their journey of transitioning from anger to respectful parenting, resulting in improved relationships and well-being. They explore the benefits of being open and honest with their children, leading to a more harmonious household. It discusses a parent who made a quick shift in their parenting approach by seeing beyond behavior. The importance of considering our own needs and well-being in parenting is highlighted.

Janet Lansbury is joined by Hari Grebler, a Magda Gerber protégé, to discuss the importance of giving babies and children time to themselves. They emphasize creating safe and nurturing play spaces, nurturing solitude and empathy, and the negative effects of overstimulation and lack of independent play. They also provide tips for creating a safe and inviting space for babies and explore the concept of play and boredom in parenting.

Learn how to handle resistance and power struggles with children in everyday tasks. Strategies for dressing, brushing teeth, and dealing with dilly-dallying behaviors are discussed. The emotional crisis children face when a new sibling is introduced is also explored.

Explore common concerns of parents regarding their children's development and how putting too much pressure on kids can hinder their learning and confidence. Learn about achievement-oriented parenting and the importance of trusting children's natural development. Discover strategies for supporting a strong-willed child's assertiveness and the power of trust in children's abilities.

Janet's daughters discuss how respectful parenting shaped their lives, focusing on intrinsic motivation, emotional health, independent play, sibling relationships, and screen time. They reflect on their upbringing, highlighting trust and freedom, and share experiences with parental involvement in schoolwork and managing screen time. The sisters talk about growing up without TV and video games, emphasizing their mother's calm and unruffled parenting style. They also reflect on the importance of embracing imperfection and being willing to admit mistakes.

This podcast provides seven reminders for parents to help them face the challenges of parenting with clarity, calm, and confidence. The topics covered include the power of genuine acknowledgment, trusting and supporting children's abilities and struggles, being proactive in managing behavior, and creating space for exploration and navigating transitions.

In this holiday episode, Janet shares ideas on encouraging young children to feel included in festivities, including gift giving and managing routine changes. She discusses setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care for parents, and offers tips for managing children's behavior during holiday events. She also delves into holiday traditions, introducing Santa Claus to toddlers, and creating lasting holiday memories.

Parents seek help with their perpetually angry 4.5-year-olds who lash out verbally and seem particularly explosive. Janet offers specific adjustments for parents to make in perceiving their children's behaviors. Topics include dealing with anger, hurtful words, sudden behavior shift, responding to outbursts, supporting dysregulation, and struggles with emotional difficulties.

Learn how to help a two and a half year old overcome separation anxiety and become more comfortable with family members by respecting their feelings. Explore strategies for introducing the child to other caregivers gradually. Challenge traditional notions of letting babies cry and instead accept and acknowledge their emotions. Discover techniques for introducing a baby to someone new while respecting their comfort levels. Understand the importance of validating and acknowledging children's emotions and needs.

This podcast offers guidance on handling mealtime challenges with children, including creating trust, rituals, and a distraction-free environment. It focuses on teaching children to sit and stay seated during meals, supporting a child's autonomy, trusting children's instincts, and exploring power dynamics in mealtime.