Childproof

Don't worry, the freezer section is overwhelming for us too. In this episode, Gwenna and Tori address tantrums, explaining why they can occur and sharing creative ways they have worked through them. To assist with this, Tori introduces their "Toddler Grief Theory" which raises the question... When was the last time you felt a completely new emotion? They also discuss the judgment of others when dealing with tantrums in public, and they both agree that they would prefer to be criticized for loving their children rather than yelling at them.

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Hey kid, you're going to be okay. In this episode, Gwenna and Tori chat about using the phrase "You're okay" with their kids, because sometimes your kids actually are okay. They share their techniques for getting their kids to self-regulate and give real-life examples of how nuanced this phrase is. Because when we say "you're okay," it's really for us.

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Disclaimer! Mom rants ahead (but don’t worry, we’re not judging you). We are all about ranting here at Childproof because ranting is regulation and in this episode, Gwenna and Tori bring you the best and worst of their mom rants. From incorrect grammar, to the “just you wait”s, and “I don’t know how you do it”s. Do you have a mom rant of your own? Let us know at [email protected].

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There's no shame in feeling guilty. Gwenna and Tori kick off this episode by reading listener emails about gentle parenting, pet peeves, and book recommendations. This week, they delve into the topic of how "mom guilt" and "mom shame" are often used interchangeably, even though they shouldn't be. In classic fashion, they read their definitions and share their own stories, discussing how they personally handle mom guilt. Finally, they compare their Mom Fails to see who failed the worst (or the best) as a parent.

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Let’s tell the truth, m’lady. Gwenna and Tori start off with the infamous phrase, "I don't know." They explore why kids sometimes genuinely don't know and discuss instances when they knew but still chose to lie. This week, they delve into the nuanced topic of lying and aim to help parents identify when and why their kids lie. Gwenna reads about the four different types of lying, and they chat about real-life examples and their approaches as parents to each type. To conclude the episode, they showcase their ability to deceive with a game of Two Truths and a Lie.

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We are gentle parenting our children... But when do they start gentle childing us? In this episode, Gwenna and Tori share their gentle parenting journeys and how they differ from each other, fellow parents, and Ms. Rachel. They explain that a significant aspect of gentle parenting is allowing your kids to say "no." Then, they define "no," the different ways kids use the word "no," and the scenarios in which you can actually reject your kids' "no." To close out the episode, they play a round of Would You Rather - parenting edition.

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You know what works better than asking nicely? Bribery. But when is it right to parent with positive reinforcement, and when is it okay to just pay the kid? Tori and Gwenna are talking all about the value of using incentives to teach your children to try new things and establish good habits. They also tell us whether or not their children get an allowance, and why Robux are just crypto for children. Plus, they talk about how to respond when something “isn’t fair” and fill us in on what it means to have a reasonable expectation of contribution (REC for short). Finally, they play a game of Double Standards all about the things they allow for themselves… but not for their kids.

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School’s out for summer… let the chaos begin. Gwenna and Tori return with some tips for maintaining a schedule even when you no longer have a good excuse to send the kids to bed. They play a game of “Love It or Leave It: Summer Edition” with a run-through of some of our favorite childhood summertime touchstones. Do popsicles still taste as good to adults? Is the summer reading list worth the trouble? And is the beach as relaxing when your kids are the ones doing the digging? Finally, they play a round of Ketchup is a Vegetable, featuring some of the weirdest food combos you’ll find in their households. And yes, mayonnaise does in fact go with everything.

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Uh huh, this my sh*t! In this episode, Gwenna and Tori share how they have been handling their kids using curse words. What should you do the first time your kid says “f*ck”? Gwenna (aka MommaCusses) says it’s okay as long as you teach them the 3 criteria to swearing and Tori shares their own boundaries around cussing. Speaking of speaking, they close out the episode by playing a game of Tolderese where they guess what their kids really mean when they say “Luh Lou”.

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Gwenna and Tori are back for another episode, this time diving in their relationships with their kids. They kick off with a listener email about feeling overwhelmed with the up and down nature of parenting; and how hard it can be to live up to your own expectation of being a good parent. Then they pose the question: Is it appropriate to be your kids' friend? They share their thoughts on how having a connection with your children can be a tricky responsibility to navigate, and why it’s important that the relationship remains friendly but doesn’t quite reach BFF level. After that, the get into their favorite family time activities, and how even fun time can offer opportunities to bond, learn, and relax (and why Monopoly is the WORST).

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