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Wonder of Parenting - A Brain-Science Approach to Parenting

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Wouldn’t it be great if your child came with an owner’s manual? A how-to book on how to raise your child? And if your child came with such a manual, wouldn’t it be helpful to have someone walk you through it, making that owner’s manual come alive? Michael Gurian and Tim Wright serve as your guides through what they believe is the owner’s manual for your child: Your child’s brain. While the brain doesn’t tell the whole story, it does offer a treasure trove of insights into your son or daughter. Michael and Tim each have over 30 years of experience using brain science research, best-practices, a...

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Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

"Best of" Listeners Questions - Boundaries and Inner Strength 10.10.2024

From December 2019 Michael and Tim take on two questions one having to do with boundary setting and the other with a daughter who seemingly needs more inner strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can a Girl be Too Angry 07.10.2024

Michael and Tim follow up the previous podcast on Boy anger by looking at Girl anger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best of" Listener Question: Discipline and Spanking 03.10.2024

From October 2019 To spank or not to spank? Michael and Tim dive into this controversial parenting subject. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can a Boy be Too Angry? 30.09.2024

A mom writes in concerned about her son's bouts of anger and blame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Listener Question: The Overly-Compliant Daughter 26.09.2024

From September 2019 This mom is concerned about her people-pleasing daughter and how she can build resilience in her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pansexuals and Therians 23.09.2024

A mom writes in asking how to support her 11 year old daughter identifying as pansexual and as a Therian. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Listener Question: Boy-Girl Friendships 19.09.2024

From September 2019 This mom wants to know why boys tend to befriend boys and girls tend to befriend girls and if there is any benefit to boy-girl friendships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it Okay to Tell My Daughter it's Okay? 16.09.2024

Two moms write in with similar questions about how to handle the emotional lives of their daughters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Listener Question: Potty Training 12.09.2024

From August 26, 2019 The listener is about to begin potty training another child but is concerned about her 6 year old who has issues with bed wetting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Boy Who Struggles with Shame 09.09.2024

A mom writes in concerned about her highly sensitive son and his on-going struggles with shame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best of" Listener Question: The Defiant, Impulsive Son 05.09.2024

From April 8, 2019 Michael and Tim respond to a mom worn out by her challenging son. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learning Challenges for Boys and Girls 02.09.2024

Michael and Tim look at some of the unique learning challenges boys and girls face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" A How To Manual For Screen Time and Your Kids 29.08.2024

From Nov. 5, 2018: A How To Manual For Screen Time and Your Kids. Michael walks through the various stages of child development and offers insights into the use of screen time at each stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Learning Differences Between Boys and Girls 26.08.2024

Michael and Tim look at various learning modes and how boys and girls respond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Listener Question—My Daughter Was Touched Inappropriately 22.08.2024

From July, 2020. A mom wants to know how they can help their 13-year-old daughter heal after being touched inappropriately by her female 13-year-old cousin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Girl-Brain Primer 19.08.2024

Michael and Tim continue their look at how boys and girls learn differently by walking through the development of a girl's brain from infancy to High School Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best of" Listener Question: How Do I Talk to My Kids About Substance Abuse 15.08.2024

The writer lost her brother to Meth many years ago and now, raising her own kids, wants advice on how to help them make wise decision about drugs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Boy-Brain Primer 12.08.2024

Michael and Tim begin a multi-part series on how boys and girls learn differently, starting with a walk through the development of a boy's brain from birth through high school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best of" Nurturing Generosity in Your Kids 08.08.2024

From December, 2019. Michael and Tim look at the science of generosity and offer practical strategies for nurturing a generous spirit in our children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your Child and School Absenteeism 05.08.2024

Michael and Tim are joined by Dr. Glynetta Fletcher to talk about what USAToday calls an epidemic of school absenteeism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Santa and Other Imaginary Friends 01.08.2024

From December, 2019. Michael and Tim talk about the power of imagination and why believing in Santa or other imaginary friends might be okay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helping Our Kids Navigate the News 29.07.2024

Tim is joined by CNN's Bill Weir who shares insights into how parents can navigate the news so that they can help their kids navigate the news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best Of" Depression and Your Child 25.07.2024

From July, 2019: Tim interviews Dr. Gregg Jantz about depression, how to spot it in your child, and how to respond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Science of Nurturing the Nature of Your Child 22.07.2024

In third part on Nurturing the Nature of your child, Michael and Tim look at various sciences that can support you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Best of" Raising Kids When a Marriage Ends 18.07.2024

"Best of" Raising Kids When a Marriage Ends. Divorce always brings heartache and helping kids navigate through it, though not always easy, is crucial for the wellbeing of our children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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