I'll go first: Motherhood is a dang rollercoaster and sometimes I feel like I'm just hanging on. My name is Nina and I am the host of Mama Knows. I truly believe that every mama *knows.* Have you ever held your crying child and just said or thought "I know honey." YOU, mama, know what is best for your family and sometimes it's different than what the other mama knows. This podcast is an ongoing, honest conversation around motherhood, mental health, parenting and relationships...the good, bad and funny. Join in weekly for tips, strategies, tools and conversation that will leave you feeling less alone!
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I'll go first: Motherhood is a dang rollercoaster and sometimes I feel like I'm just hanging on. My name is Nina and I am the host of Mama Knows. I truly believe that every mama *knows.* Have you ever held your crying child and just said or thought "I know honey." YOU, mama, know what is best for your family and sometimes it's different than what the other mama knows. This podcast is an ongoing, honest conversation around motherhood, mental health, parenting and relationships...the good, bad and funny. Join in weekly for tips, strategies, tools and conversation that will leave you feeling less alone!
In this conversation, Nina and Zara discuss the profound impact of labeling children, both positively and negatively. They explore how labels can limit a child's potential and the importance of fostering a growth mindset. The discussion also delves into the effects of parental venting, sibling comparisons, and gender labels, emphasizing the need for parents to advocate for their children and recognize the internalized effects of labels. Zara provides practical strategies for reframing conversations about children and highlights the importance of acknowledging both challenges and strengths in parenting.
04:32 Understanding Developmental Psychology in Labeling
06:30 The Fine Line of Complimenting Children
09:49 Venting and Its Effects on Parenting
16:27 Sibling Comparisons and Team Dynamics
23:10 The Impact of Child Comparisons
26:43 Understanding Gender Labels in Parenting
30:58 Reframing Shyness and Caution
38:24 Recognizing and Addressing Internalized Labels
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Mama Knows
I'll go first: Motherhood is a dang rollercoaster and sometimes I feel like I'm just hanging on. My name is Nina and I am the host of Mama Knows. I truly believe that every mama *knows.* Have you ever held your crying child and just said or thought "I know honey." YOU, mama, know what is best for your family and sometimes it's different than what the other mama knows. This podcast is an ongoing, honest conversation around motherhood, mental health, parenting and relationships...the good, bad and funny. Join in weekly for tips, strategies, tools and conversation that will leave you feeling less alone!
