The Eras & Errors of Parenthood Podcast

019: The One With Messing Up is Apart of The Game: Breaking Down the Fear of Messing Up Your Kids


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Kerri and Christina break down the fear of parents messing up their children and how to navigate this concern. 

They discuss the idea that making mistakes is a natural part of parenting and can lead to growth and learning. 

They emphasize the importance of modeling and communication in parenting, as well as understanding that each child is unique and may require different approaches. 

The conversation also touches on the impact of personal values, brain development, and individual temperament on parenting. 

The main takeaway is that as long as parents are actively communicating, have a firm grasp on their values, and are respectful and empathetic, they are not messing up their children.


  • Making mistakes is a natural part of parenting and can lead to growth and learning.
  • Modeling and communication are important in parenting.
  • Each child is unique and may require different approaches.
  • Personal values, brain development, and individual temperament impact parenting.
  • As long as parents are actively communicating, have a firm grasp on their values, and are respectful and empathetic, they are not messing up their children.

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The Eras & Errors of Parenthood PodcastBy Love Play Grow | Christina Eromenok & Kerri Adams