What do you say when your toddler, preschooler or really child of any age asks you questions about sex and sexuality? What is age-appropriate? How much should they know and when? Erin answers these questions in this episode, along with another question about how to support a toddler in becoming more independent who is not interested in doing things, of which he is capable, on his own.

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#75: Parenting Q&A: Answering Toddler's Questions About Sex & Supporting Independence

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In this episode, Erin dives deeper with examples and communication strategies that align with the goals of meeting children's needs for love and connection and a strong sense of self/self-esteem when dealing with common issues such as lying and teaching apologies and empathy. The tactics illustrate exactly how to approach these types of concerns, what is happening in kids' minds when they lie, or struggle to apologize so you can guide in ways that are most effective in maintaining a loving bond and your child's self-esteem while helping them learn why and how to tell the truth and give a proper heart-felt apology.

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Family Ties: Strategies for Open Communication with Kids Part 2

In this eye-opening episode, host Erin Royer offers wisdom to parents grappling with day-to-day struggles of parenting and/or deeper family difficulties. Understanding the delicacy of discussing such matters with children, Erin illuminates the path with child development insights and the 5 tiers of human needs, ensuring conversations are age-appropriate and nurturing. This episode is a guiding light for parents striving to foster connection, resilience, and understanding in their children during challenging times.

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Family Ties: Strategies for Open Communication with Kids About Home & Life Challenges

Everyone has their own unique blend of strengths and challenges. Giving kids opportunities to work on strengths is easy. But knowing how to guide and help them improve on areas where they struggle is not always so easy. Whether it's working through big emotions, giving up too easily, academics, taking responsibility or anything else, you will gain valuable insights into how to guide your child through their challenges with warmth and confidence.

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The Most Valuable Lessons in Nurturing Your Child's Individuality

I hate to see anyone, but especially caring parents, preyed upon by unscrupulous advertisers. I got ads for two products making some really bold promises to turn difficult parenting challenges into a breeze. I share these in this episode, the promises these companies make, why they are not legitimate and how to accomplish these two goals with actionable steps that are based in solid child development research.

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Beware of Short Cuts

A mom wants to know how to help her son fix his bully situation. Should she/dad step in? Or is there a way to empower her son to handle it on his own and let them know he won't be a victim? It's often hard to know when we are overstepping and taking away an opportunity for our child to handle situations for themselves and when it's a good idea to step in and guide in a bigger way. I give my feedback on this situation, and talk about bullying on a deeper level, how to talk to kids about it and lessons we can all learn when our kids are faced with some unfortunate life challenges.

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#75: Parenting Q&A: Answering Toddler's Questions About Sex & Supporting Independence

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