Social Media with children Good & Bad WTF is right ?

GENTLE PARENTING As a single Dad is gentle parenting easier.

n this enlightening episode, we sit down with Lenny from My Fam Jam Family. https://youtu.be/sO-xYQgdwkk?si=qUdC45uxAotq85Xr A dedicated single dad who shares his journey and experiences with gentle parenting. Together, we delve into what gentle parenting looks like in practice, especially from the perspective of a single parent. Lenny opens up about the challenges and triumphs he faces in fostering emotional resilience and intelligence in his children, emphasszing the crucial role of repairing connections to prevent self-blame. Lenny is by far one of the most wise but also dedicated fathers i know and i can't wait to do more conversations like this one. As a single mom myself, I weigh in with my thoughts on gentle parenting, discussing its complexities and the additional hurdles single mothers might encounter when it comes to disciplining teens. We draw parallels between parenting younger children and teenagers, exploring the unique demands of each stage and how to nurture their emotional growth. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that sheds light on the nuances of gentle parenting, the importance of emotional repair, and the shared experiences of single parents navigating this compassionate approach to raising emotionally healthy children.

Pretty Privilege: Unpacking Beauty Bias in Parenting”

Welcome to The Inadequate Mother, Ever called you Child pretty? In this episode, "Pretty Privilege: Unpacking Society's Beauty Bias," the complex reality of the concept of pretty privilege and its impact on our lives. We'll discuss who is responsible for addressing and trying to squash these biases that can be described in a way as discrimination. How can we can navigate them from a parent's perspective? I Talk about my own experience understanding the positives and negatives. We'll share personal experiences raising kids in a beauty-obsessed world and having experienced the negatives and benefits of pretty privilege. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on whether pretty privilege truly benefits us or hides our real value. Subscribe, rate, and connect with us on social media. Let’s work together towards a society that celebrates true value, starting with our kids.

LOOKING LIKE A MOTHER- Who decided what a mother looks like ?

In this episode, i talk about the realisation iv had later in life at the sheer absurdity of society’s tendency to judge our mothering abilities based on our appearance. It’s unnecessary and misleading. If I could do it all over again, I wouldn’t waste energy worrying about my appearance. I wouldn’t have fed into my feelings of inadequacy by emphasising the importance of dress sense. As moms, we often feel pressured to conform to a “motherly” appearance. But who decided what a mother should look like? If we all embraced our unique styles, we might have a greater understanding and acceptance of one another. Join me as we relate to the never-ending pressure to look the part and try to understand how to FEEL the part. I want to remind us how we talk to ourselves so we can remove the lies and replace it with truth.

Social Media with children Good & Bad WTF is right ?

In this podcast episode, we get into an enlightening discussion with Leon, a highly qualified life coach, who shares his wise perspective on social media as someone who chooses to avoid it. We'll explore the reasons behind his decision and how it impacts his coaching practice. On the flip side, I discuss my own experiences with social media, highlighting both the positive outcomes and the challenges I've faced. We'll also delve into the complexities of guiding our children through the digital landscape, focusing on using social media safely and effectively. As someone who tends to run towards the beast rather than away from it, I will try and share unique and unpopular opinions Join us as we learn from Leon's insights on self-regulation and discuss practical strategies to help our children navigate this addictive yet powerful tool responsibly.