Robot Unicorn

In this episode, Jess and Scott explore the reasons why children lie and how to help them stop lying. Drawing on personal anecdotes and developmental insights, they explain how different forms of lying emerge as natural parts of childhood while also sharing practical strategies to build a trusting, curiosity-driven relationship with your child.  Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/courses/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN. We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net [podcast@robotunicorn.net].  Credits: Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]  Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]  Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]  Learn more about Parenting Little Kids and get 15% off this week. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/parenting-little-kids/]

This episode of Robot Unicorn is packed with practical ideas that will help you become a more playful parent. On a deeper note, you’ll also learn how to reflect on your own childhood experiences, make sense of the burnout you are feeling, and learn how to bring play back into your life. This is one of Jess and Scott’s favourite episodes to date! Tune in for laughter, heartfelt stories, and actionable ideas that promise to make family life a little more magical. For easy games and playful tools to do with your kids, check out The Playful Parent Toolkit here. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/the-playful-parent-toolkit/] Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/courses/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN. We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net [podcast@robotunicorn.net].  Credits: Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]  Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]  Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]  Learn more about Parenting Little Kids and get 15% off this week. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/parenting-little-kids/]

In part 2 of our puberty series, Jess and Scott discuss the critical intersection of social media, body image, and puberty. They explore how parents can navigate challenging conversations around online content, unrealistic body expectations, and protecting children during this vulnerable developmental stage. They provide practical strategies for parents to have ongoing dialogues about puberty even when they haven't personally experienced what their child is going through.  Listen to part 1 of our puberty series here. [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-to-kids-about-puberty-periods-and-sex-part-1/id1740816838?i=1000688481543]  Get our brand new puberty toolkit for 10% off here [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/the-puberty-toolkit/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN.  We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net [podcast@robotunicorn.net].  Credits: Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]  Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]  Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]  Learn more about Parenting Little Kids and get 15% off this week. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/parenting-little-kids/]

In part 1 of our puberty series, Jess and Scott talk about how to have difficult conversations with kids about sex, puberty, periods, and changing bodies. You’ll learn how to talk to your kids about puberty without taking away their innocence or making them feel shame.  Get our brand new puberty toolkit for 10% off [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/the-puberty-toolkit/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN.  We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net [podcast@robotunicorn.net].  Credits: Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]  Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]  Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]  Learn more about Parenting Little Kids and get 15% off this week. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/parenting-little-kids/]

In this episode, Jess and Scott discuss common friendship struggles, bullying, and how to help kids solve problems in their friendships. They also discuss their own experiences with friends growing up. Listeners will get practical takeaways to help them cultivate healthy friendships with their kids.  Want more? Check out this episode on kids’ friendships.  [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-much-do-friendships-matter-for-our-kids/id1740816838?i=1000672033607] Or, grab the Friendship Toolkit for 10% OFF [https://nurturedfirst.com/printables/the-friendship-toolkit/] using the code ROBOTUNICORN.   We’d love to hear from you! Have questions you want us to answer on Robot Unicorn? Send us an email: podcast@robotunicorn.net [podcast@robotunicorn.net].  Credits: Editing by The Pod Cabin [https://thepodcabin.com/]  Artwork by Wallflower Studio [https://www.wallflowerstudio.co/]  Production by Nurtured First [https://nurturedfirst.com/]  Learn more about Parenting Little Kids and get 15% off this week. [https://nurturedfirst.com/shop/parenting-little-kids/]