It’s time for another episode where Meagan and Sarah take on questions from YOU, our listeners! Big thanks to Becky, Claire and Amanda for allowing us to talk through some really common issues for parents.
First we hear from Becky, whose son is going through a tough phase of fears and anxieties that are dominating the household mood and her energy. Then we tackle Claire’s sticky situation involving wild kids, a restaurant, and a big family reunion. Finally, we help new mom Amanda think through her decision to co-sleep.
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Listen to Becky’s question about kids and anxiety at 01:15
- The Opposite of Worry: The Playful Parenting Approach to Childhood Anxieties and Fears by Lawrence J. Cohen
- Listen to Claire’s question about how to handle wild kids that aren’t hers at a family reunion at 16:25
- Listen to Amanda’s question about co-sleeping at 25:20
- The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Gentle Ways to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night
- by Elizabeth Pantley
- The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Toddlers and Preschoolers: Gentle Ways to Stop Bedtime Battles and Improve Your Child’s Sleep by Elizabeth Pantley
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Thank you so much for addressing my question! I enjoyed your responses! I have been doing some research on anxiety and, I agree with you, i had assumed it was more to do with fears but it can incorporate a broad range of issues. Ages 6-8 are big years for some of these “phases” to become actual anxiety disorders and we are starting him with some OT for sensory processing disorder which I think is helping a bit. I’m glad I’m not alone in the tricky spot of trying to understand what’s going on with my complicated child.
Oh my goodness, Allegra’s appearance on the podcast was adorable! This was a fun one. It really got me thinking about what I remember about being a kid at those different ages, and wondering what it will be like for my boys, now 2 and 4. Thanks ladies!
Oops, left this on the wrong recap. Should have been on episode 61 🙂
No worries, Rachel! So glad you enjoyed! She LOVED it. 😉