In this episode of My Simplified Life, host Michelle Glogovac speaks with Dr. Damon Korb, a developmental and behavioral pediatrician, about his book Raising an Organized Child. They discuss the importance of instilling organizational skills in children, the role of parents in modeling these behaviors, and practical steps to help children become more organized and independent. The conversation covers various topics including the significance of routines, recognizing individual learning styles, and the benefits of chores in fostering independence and reducing anxiety in children.

What We're Talking About

• An organized child is not just about tidiness but a way of thinking.
• Parents must model organizational skills to teach their children effectively.
• It's never too late to start teaching organization, but earlier is better.
• Children thrive on structure and routine from infancy.
• Recognizing individual learning styles is crucial for effective teaching.
• Encouraging independence helps children learn to solve their own problems.
• Chores contribute to children's confidence and reduce anxiety.
• Gradual independence in tasks prepares children for adulthood.
• Electronics use should be balanced with responsibilities.
• Resources like books and websites can aid in teaching organizational skills.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background 07:05 Starting Early: The Role of Infancy 12:18 Learning Styles and Self-Advocacy 18:09 The Dangers of Overparenting 23:42 Navigating College Preparation 29:57 Introduction to Parenting Challenges 30:26 Insights from Dr. Korb on Raising Kids

Links Mentioned

Dr. Damon Korb’s Website

www.devminds.com Raising An Organized Child by Dr. Damon Korb

www.raisinganorganizedchild.com

Organized Students Website www.organizedstudents.com

Organized Child on Instagram

https://instagram.com/organizedchild

Organized Child on Facebook

https://facebook.com/raisinganorganizedchild

Organized Child on Threads

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