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Welcome to the first episode! Today, I start our journey into the overwhelming world of modern parenting. I'm Lindsay Wolf-Owczarek, a mom, wife, and registered psychologist, here to unravel the endless streams of parenting advice and the anxiety it can create. We explore the concept of "good enough” parenting in this episode, emphasizing that perfection isn't necessary—small failures can actually foster resilience in our kids. I also tackle the discipline debate, advocating for a balanced approach that blends clear boundaries with emotional warmth, aligning with the authoritative parenting style. Together, let's support each other through the ups and downs of parenting with compassion and science-backed insights. I'm thrilled to embark on this journey with you!

Topics discussed in this episode include:

• How modern parenting feels overwhelming due to information overload and decision fatigue.
• Research that shows parental anxiety is at an all-time high.
• Why curated social media portrayals increase parental anxiety and guilt.
• How embracing "good enough” parenting helps build resilience in children.
• Why small parenting failures are beneficial for children's coping skills.
• How authoritative parenting blends clear boundaries with emotional warmth.
• Why consistent, loving parenting is more valuable than striving for perfection.
• How to create decision-making frameworks based on family values and principles.
• Why building a strong support network reduces parental stress.
• How sharing parenting challenges and victories fosters community and learning.
• How this podcast aims to support parents with science-backed insights and community.

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