Be a Happier Parent
Be a Happier Parent
Podcast Description
Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting is going to be like and what it actually is? Why when we have children do we think it’s going to bring us closer together but often it really pushes us apart? What are the jobs of mums and dads now? What’s a dad when we’re no longer just providers? What’s a mum when they often are? What am I supposed to teach or model for my children when I’ve no idea what the world is going to look like in five years time?
Why did my parents seem to have loads of conviction about these things and I have absolutely none? In this podcast I interview top authors, therapists, coaches and try and find out how the trials of parenting can help us become better humans.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast examines a variety of themes including gender division of household labor, the emotional challenges of parenting, and the impact of societal expectations on family dynamics. For example, episodes discuss the 'Fair Play' movement led by Eve Rodsky, highlighting the inequities in domestic tasks and how they affect relationships, while also addressing the importance of personal fulfillment through 'unicorn space'.
Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting is going to be like and what it actually is? Why when we have children do we think it’s going to bring us closer together but often it really pushes us apart? What are the jobs of mums and dads now? What’s a dad when we’re no longer just providers? What’s a mum when they often are? What am I supposed to teach or model for my children when I’ve no idea what the world is going to look like in five years time?
Why did my parents seem to have loads of conviction about these things and I have absolutely none? In this podcast I interview top authors, therapists, coaches and try and find out how the trials of parenting can help us become better humans.
Please follow me on Instagram and TikTok @beahappierparent
Full videos of episodes available on YouTube @alexindadland
Couples coaching, contact me: [email protected]
Darby Saxbe is on Instagram @darbysaxbephd
summary
This conversation explores the evolving roles of fathers and mothers, the impact of societal and cultural shifts on parenting, and how to foster healthier family dynamics. It highlights the importance of communication, understanding gender roles, and supporting men in caregiving.
keywords
fatherhood, gender roles, parenting, mental load, maternal gatekeeping, relationship dynamics, cultural shifts, caregiving, masculinity, family health
key topics
Changing roles of fathers and mothers
Impact of societal and cultural shifts on parenting
Maternal gatekeeping and paternal involvement
The emotional and physical transformation of new dads
The importance of communication in parenting partnerships
guest name
Darby Saxbe
Titles
The Future of Fatherhood: Embracing Care and Connection
How Cultural Shifts Are Redefining Parenting Roles
sound bites
“Men are left out of the conversation.”
“Fatherhood is transformative for men.”
“We need to value care as a society.”
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Dads in Parenting Dynamics
05:15 Transformative Experiences of Fatherhood
07:54 Understanding the Impact of Birth on Fathers
11:12 The Role of Meaning-Making in Parenting
11:41 The Crisis of Transitioning to Parenthood
13:59 Communication as a Key to Relationship Success
17:04 The Unique Role of Fathers in Child Development
19:50 The Evolution of Fatherhood Roles
22:45 The Future of Parenting Dynamics
26:58 The Role of Oxytocin in Parenting
27:52 Cultural Influences on Parenting Styles
30:30 Navigating Parental Expectations and Child Development
31:56 Changing Representations of Fathers in Media
35:52 Evolving Masculinity and Parenting Roles
40:04 The Importance of Male Role Models in Caregiving
43:31 Valuing Care in Society
46:45 Understanding Modern Parenting Challenges
resources
Darby Saxbe’s Book on Parenthood and Gender Roles – https://www.amazon.com/Parenthood-Gender-Roles-Darby-Saxbe/dp/XXXXXX
Richard Reeves’ Work on Fatherhood and Masculinity – https://www.thelondonreview.com/richard-reeves-fatherhood
Star Wars and Cultural Depictions of Fathers – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXXXXX
The Mandalorian Series – https://www.disneyplus.com/series/the-mandalorian/XXXXXX
Studies on Oxytocin and Parenting – https://www.researchgate.net/publication/XXXXXX
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