Short showParenting Choices Decoded

Discover the scientific truth behind the parenting choices you stress over most. This show confronts common worries like screen time and discipline with decades of research, offering surprising and forgiving insights. Learn what actually affects your child's development and let go of the rest.

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Parental Anxiety: It's Contagious

Parental Anxiety: It's Contagious

Children learn how to respond by watching you.

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The Mozart Effect: A Parenting Myth Debunked

The Mozart Effect: A Parenting Myth Debunked

How a small study on adults created a global fad.

3:37
Toddler Behavior: It's Not Selfishness, It's Science

Toddler Behavior: It's Not Selfishness, It's Science

The cognitive leap that allows for another's perspective.

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Picky Eating: It's a Survival Instinct

Picky Eating: It's a Survival Instinct

Why a stomach bug can make them hate a favorite food.

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Role Models: The Science of 'Do As I Do'

Role Models: The Science of 'Do As I Do'

Your behavior provides a powerful script for your child.

3:15
Sibling Rivalry: The Case for a Common Enemy

Sibling Rivalry: The Case for a Common Enemy

Turn household fights into powerful collaboration.

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Effortful Control: The Skill Your Child Really Needs

Effortful Control: The Skill Your Child Really Needs

Help them build the muscle for making good choices.

3:15
Kind Kids: Understanding vs. Feeling

Kind Kids: Understanding vs. Feeling

Science reveals the most effective form of parental empathy.

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Praise: The Smart Way to Build Resilience

Praise: The Smart Way to Build Resilience

How the words you use shape your child's brain.

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Parental Humor: The Secret to Raising Resilient Kids

Parental Humor: The Secret to Raising Resilient Kids

How silly jokes build your child’s emotional toolkit.

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