Other Peoples Parenting
About
'Other People's Parenting' is hosted by mother daughter duo Karen Quinn (New York Times best selling author of The Ivy Chronicles , founder of early childhood education companies Habit Coach and Testing Mom) and Schuyler Hurwitz (amateur parent). They read contemporary, classic, and controversial parenting books and give you the gist with a sense of humor, so you can implement the methods or just be able to discuss them at school functions.
Episodes
- Mom Groups - Because Parenting Isn’t Stressful Enough.
This episode of Other Peoples Parenting explores the dynamics of mom groups, discussing both their supportive and exclusionary aspects. It examines celebrity experiences, the complexities of female friendships within these groups, and the…
- Dad Truths - The Unfiltered Truth About Fatherhood
This episode of Other People's Parenting discusses a book that provides insights into fatherhood. It explores the unique challenges fathers face in parenting and the importance of shared responsibilities.
- Calm The Chaos - Parenting the Most Challenging Child
This episode of "Other People's Parenting" features hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz, who discuss Dana Abraham's book "Calm the Chaos." The discussion explores strategies for parents to manage children with challenging behaviors by u…
- The Whole Brain Child - Get All Parts of Your Child’s Brain to Work Together for One Happy Kid
This episode of 'Other People's Parenting' discusses the book 'The Whole Brain Child,' focusing on integrating emotional and logical aspects of a child's brain for healthy development. It covers practical strategies like “connect and redir…
- Hunt, Gather, Parent - What Ancient Cultures Teach Us About Raising Children
This episode of Other People's Parenting discusses the book "Hunt, Gather, Parent" by Michaeleen Doucleff, Ph.D. The book explores parenting philosophies from diverse cultures, highlighting how children are raised with less direct adult in…
- The Five Love Languages Of Children - Are You Sure You Know How To Love Your Kids?
On this episode of 'Other People's Parenting' hosted by mother daughter duo Karen Quinn ( New York Times best selling author of The&…
- Mindset - Advice from the Carol Dweck, Inventor of the Growth Mindset
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Carol S. Dweck's concept of a growth mindset. They explore how focusing on effort and persistence rather than innate ability can benefit a child's academic performance, resilience, and persona…
- Raising Good Humans - Relax Your Way Into Parenting
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss the book 'Raising Good Humans' by Hunter Clark-Fields, focusing on the role of mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness in parenting. The episode explores strategies for establi…
- Smart But Scattered - Is Your Child Different or Neurodiverse?
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss the book 'Smart But Scattered,' exploring executive function skills, ADHD, and strategies for parents to support children facing developmental challenges. They advocate for compassionate, skil…
- 1 2 3 Magic - Punishments For Parents Who Like Discipline.
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Thomas Phelan's book, 1-2-3 Magic, exploring its counting-based discipline method. They share their perspectives on the potential limitations of this approach and advocate for communication-fo…
- Testing For Kindergarten - When You Have A Gifted Child (Or Hope You Do)
In this episode of Other People's Parenting, hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Quinn's book 'Testing for Kindergarten.' The conversation explores strategies for supporting early childhood cognitive and emotional development du…
- Nanny 911 - Because Brats Are Not Born, They're Made
In this episode, hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss the book and television series Nanny 911. They explore themes of parental consistency, the need for clear rules, and the challenges faced by the default parent.
- Free Range Parenting - Could You Give Your Child This Much Freedom?
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss the principles of Lenore Skenazy's "Free Range Kids" philosophy. They examine the impact of overprotective parenting and the importance of fostering independence and resilience in children.
- The Grown Ups Guide to Teenage Humans - Practical Advice For Raising Teens
Hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Josh Shipp's book, The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage Humans, focusing on navigating the challenges of parenting adolescents. They explore strategies for building trust, fostering open communicat…
- The Anxious Generation - Is Social Media Melting Your Childs Brain?
Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Jonathan Haidt's book 'The Anxious Generation,' examining how over-protection in the real world and the rise of phone-based childhoods impact the mental health, attention spans, and social developme…
- French Kids Eat Everything - The French Way to Cure Picky Eaters!
In this episode of Other People's Parenting, hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss Karen Le Billon's book, French Kids Eat Everything. They explore French strategies for preventing picky eating, the cultural importance of structur…
- Bringing Up Bébé - How to raise your bébé like a Parisian!
In this pilot episode of 'Other People's Parenting', hosts Karen Quinn and Schuyler Hurwitz discuss strategies for raising children in the Parisian style based on the book 'Bringing Up Bébé'. They also provide corrections and references re…