No full episode this week, but here's what we're talking about in the Dadsplaining Parenting Group on Facebook...

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We're talking to children's author Patrice McLaurin to learn what her three books can teach kids and parents about representation, empowerment and making choices.

Find Patrice's books and lesson plans: http://patricemclaurin.com/

Find Patrice on social:

https://www.facebook.com/thankaninventor

https://twitter.com/mclaurinwrites

https://www.instagram.com/patricemclaurin/

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It's a free for all week! We're catching up on our kids' latest developments, including potty training, bedtime routines, and picky eaters--and we're answering YOUR questions.

Links from the episode:

Halo Sleep Sack

Dock-A-Tot

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Our guest Paul shares his experience, and some great tips, on raising multiple children at once.

Check out Paul's YouTube series, I Am Appa

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We're sharing tips on getting your toddler to sleep in their own bed. Many of these tips come from this article:

Toddlers and Sleep Associations

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We're trying something new this week! Every once in a while, we're going to look back at famous dads throughout history, and analyze their words and actions to take lessons from their approach to parenting. This week, we're focusing on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Brandon went through Dr. King's letters, as well as things his wife and children have said about him, to see what we can learn.

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This week we're sharing tips on how to resolve toddler meltdowns and help your kid process their emotions in a healthy and safe way. We also talk about what to do if your toddler deliberately hurts themselves.

LINKS:

How to deal with toddler temper tantrums by Shaun Dreisbach, Jancee Dunn, and Gail O'Connor

Children hurting themselves when they’re upset by Janet Lansbury

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We're talking about a recent study that discovered traces of microplastics in the placenta of new mothers. How concerned should you be - and what can you do about it? We'll break it all down for you. [NOTE: We are not doctors! Consult your healthcare professionals for the best advice.]

LINKS:

Article in The Guardian

Tips via Consumer Report

Tips via Harvard

Tips via Today

Jesse's potty training tip - nylon diaper pants

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Happy New Year! In this episode we're looking back at some of our favorite moments from 2020.

Listen to the end for a groan-worthy dad joke and don't forget to share us with fellow parents!

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Every birth story is unique, and there's no way to know with 100% certainty what will happen. Today, listener and mom Christie is sharing the birth story of her son Morrison, and why she's glad she didn't get too attached to her birth plan. If you're preparing for your own delivery, Christie's story is going to have some helpful information you might not get anywhere else.

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