In this in-depth episode of The Skilled Dad Podcast, hostZach Reeser welcomes Dr. Larry Waldman, a clinical child forensic psychologist with nearly 50 years of experience, to discuss effective parenting strategies. Dr. Waldman emphasizes the importance of reinforcing good behavior, providing quality time, and setting logical consequences for misbehavior. They also touch on the necessity of consistent parenting, the impact of parental modeling, and how to adapt parenting techniques for teenagers. This episode is filled with practical advice for both new and seasoned parents aiming to raise independent and responsible young adults.

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00:00 Introduction to The Skilled Dad Podcast

01:13 Meet Dr. Larry Waldman: A Parenting Expert

01:56 The Role of Parents in Child Psychology

04:48 The Importance of Quality Time with Children

09:18 Practical Parenting Tips and Reinforcement

12:18 Teaching Kids Through Everyday Activities

18:52 Consistency and Specificity in Parenting

23:13 Addressing Minor Misbehaviors

24:30 Effective Parenting Strategies

25:13 Handling Misbehavior in Public

29:40 Logical Consequences for Older Kids

32:46 Preparing Kids for Real World Consequences

34:23 Advice for New and Expecting Dads

35:16 The Importance of Parental Modeling

36:52 Reinforcement Over Punishment

38:10 Teamwork in Parenting

39:48 Conclusion and Contact Information