159: Stressed Parenting Help, Kindness Challenge & Maternity Leave

Parenting in Real Life

In this episode of Parenting in Real Life, we address challenges with our kids' struggling to be kind and how we're trying to help that with our kindness jar challenge. We explore different maternity leave policies around the world and the impact on parents' careers. We also share practical tips for when you've been working or busy all day and your tank is empty by the end of the day. How to still connect with your kids and have meaningful family time with little time and little energy.

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Chapters

1. Welcome to Episode 159: Random Topics and Learning Tips (00:00:00)

2. Kids' behavior spiraling out of control (00:01:10)

3. Family meeting to address kids' behavior (00:02:37)

4. Implementing a Kindness Jar in the Family (00:04:02)

5. Maternity Leave: A Global Perspective (00:06:55)

6. Parental Leave Policies in Different Countries (00:11:46)

7. [Ad] Don't wake the baby! (00:11:46)

8. (Cont.) Maternity Leave: A Global Perspective (00:12:35)

9. Mixed Reactions to Kid-Free Zones and the Perception of Children (00:14:14)

10. Balancing Work and Kids: Tips from the Community (00:17:07)

11. Agreeing on Easy and Tasty Meal Options (00:19:09)

12. The Importance of Having a Meal Plan (00:20:24)

13. Teaching Kids Responsibility through Chores (00:21:02)

14. The impact of competitive sports on kids' burnout (00:22:02)

15. Tips for managing time and being present with kids (00:24:43)