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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Aug 6, 2024 • 44min
Help Kids Realize Their Potential With the Power of Less (With Kim John Payne)
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.
Jul 30, 2024 • 28min
The Scoop on Independent Play (And Myths That Get in the Way)
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.
Jul 23, 2024 • 31min
Surviving a Storm of Emotions
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
Jul 16, 2024 • 39min
Potty Learning: What Kids Need From Us
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.
Jul 9, 2024 • 38min
Angry Flare-Ups - And He’s Only One Year Old (A Parent Consultation)
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.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 40min
Raising Creative, Critical Thinkers in a Commercialized World (with Susan Linn)
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.
Jun 25, 2024 • 25min
Family Games Your Kids Will Love
Discover fun and creative family games that focus on bonding and laughter, not competition or screens. From unique versions of hide and seek to spice guessing and scavenger hunts, these activities foster creativity and connection. Embrace the nostalgia of classic board games and enjoy storytelling and game planning for quality family time.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 23min
Whining
A whining child can test our patience, but Janet provides insights on how to handle this behavior with confidence. She explains the reasons behind whining and offers strategies to help both children and parents. The podcast also discusses the importance of setting boundaries and encouraging independence in children's play.
Jun 11, 2024 • 35min
How to Make Peace With Your Demanding Child
A parent seeks advice on handling their demanding 3-year-old who struggles with playtime, tantrums, and refusal to engage. The podcast explores setting boundaries with love, understanding a child's emotional needs, and promoting independence. It also includes strategies for supporting a child's play and fostering connection.
Jun 4, 2024 • 51min
Parenting Differently Wired Kids (with Debbie Reber)
Debbie Reber, Tilt Parenting founder, discusses parenting neurodivergent kids with Janet. They explore challenges faced by parents, reframing judgments, creating nurturing environments, managing subscriptions, supporting differently wired children, and navigating support systems.
