Parenting Paradox

Parenting Paradox

The parenting paradox is a place where self-improvement leads to better parenting. We are a husband and wife team that discuss daily life with our 4 children. There are plenty of learning opportunities at every turn. Every week we discuss topics that are relevant to our lives as parents. Parenting Paradox is full of our applied parenting techniques.

Episodes

March 19, 2020 30 mins
We are chatting about what our new "quarantine" life with 4 kids is like.  Here is our perspective on how the world has changed after COVID-19
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We finally had the hard conversation...about money.  What feelings do the words "finances" & "budgeting" evoke in your life and your relationship?  We talk about modeling a "healthy relationship" with money.  What are you teaching your children about money? 

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February 18, 2020 32 mins

We reflect on how we measure "successful parenting." 

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December 4, 2019 28 mins
We discuss Gary Chapman's 5 Love Languages and how we speak them in to each other to our 4 children.   You can visit https://www.5lovelanguages.com/ and take Love Language quiz to find out what your language is.  
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November 19, 2019 31 mins
We discuss the topic of emotions and why defaulting to "don't be a cry baby" can lead to delayed maturity and anger in a child's later years.
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November 4, 2019 25 mins
We've been gone a while but we're back and updating you on where we've been.
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February 17, 2019 27 mins

We discuss nurturing self-trust in our children.  

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January 5, 2019 31 mins
We discuss why communing with others adds to our life.
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October 26, 2018 35 mins
We had a great day with the kids, here's why...
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October 9, 2018 30 mins
Tips on how to beat the odds
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September 6, 2018 24 mins
Our own tips and tricks that battle back to school germs and kick colds fast
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Tips for getting your kids to listen without yelling at them. Psychology today article referenced: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/family-affair/200809/rewards-are-better-punishment-here-s-why
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August 23, 2018 25 mins
Friday nights have become Family Date Night. We discuss what a family date night entails and some budget friendly ideas.
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August 21, 2018 28 mins
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August 20, 2018 31 mins
We discuss how we recharge and the importance of your personal alone time, community and practicing gratitude.
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August 16, 2018 27 mins
The story of how we met and a how we knew "we" were meant to be. We talk about non-negotiable character traits and how you know she's the one.
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August 15, 2018 30 mins
Niels and Marisa discuss the value of delayed gratification and how we teach it to our children. You'll get some good nuggets on parenting on teaching work ethic and minimizing the meltdowns.
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August 10, 2018 32 mins
Parents discuss and offer tips on including your children in daily tasks that will build confidence and create happiness.
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