Listen "I'm a Helicopter Parent"
Episode Synopsis
Helicopter parenting has become a buzzword that everybody is talking about and I am one of them. Sort of. I let my baby go to daycare when I never let my older children out of sight with someone I didn't know, but as the world has changed so have I. In this episode, I explore how to be a good role model for my children while still sticking to my values as a parent. Key Takeaways: [2:37] Walkability and independence in my town [7:23] Allowing everyone in my family their own space [8:13] Breastfeeding my kids is important to me [11:00] I don't give my kids chores [13:01] I'm afraid something will happen to Jack [14:54] Teaching my kids to advocate for themselves in medical situations [16:41] The shortage of baby formula [18:11] What I'm changing about Jack's diet [20:58] Teaching my kids the risk of social media [22:43] Allowing Jack to go to daycare [23:45] I never let Gracie or Molly go to daycare and my scheduling changing [25:05] The political realm is shifting from 20 years ago [26:24] It's dangerous to go biking in America [28:02] Being a woman in a man's world [29:22] I'm not a goal setter anymore [32:34] Not having a perfect life and trying to be a healthy role model [36:08] Writing in a journal and trying to set goals again Resources from this episode: In My Humble Opinion Journal The Desire Map The Body Keeps the Score How Successful People Think Connect with Barb: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube The Molly B Foundation
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