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#999 When Dad Isn't There & School Bus Stress

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Anonymous asks, "My 3-year-old is asking questions about his absent father. How do I answer in a way that supports my young son's mental health and self-esteem?". Justin gives examples of a healthy and developmentally appropriate response to this difficult situation in a way that honours the father, supports the child, and also advocates for our anonymous listener.

Lisa, from Canada, is concerned that catching the school bus will potentially expose her 11-year-old daughter to explicit material. Justin shares some suggestions that will help every parent safely lead their child along the path to independence.

In this episode:

  • Single parent
  • Absent father
  • Mental health
  • Answering sensitive questions age appropriately
  • Honesty and transparency
  • Children need to feel safe, secure, loved
  • Building independence, confidence & self-efficacy
  • Cocooning, pre-arming, deference
  • The Three E's (Explore, Explain, Empower)

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Anonymous asks, "My 3-year-old is asking questions about his absent father. How do I answer in a way that supports my young son's mental health and self-esteem?". Justin gives examples of a healthy and developmentally appropriate response to this difficult situation in a way that honours the father, supports the child, and also advocates for our anonymous listener.

Lisa, from Canada, is concerned that catching the school bus will potentially expose her 11-year-old daughter to explicit material. Justin shares some suggestions that will help every parent safely lead their child along the path to independence.

In this episode:

  • Single parent
  • Absent father
  • Mental health
  • Answering sensitive questions age appropriately
  • Honesty and transparency
  • Children need to feel safe, secure, loved
  • Building independence, confidence & self-efficacy
  • Cocooning, pre-arming, deference
  • The Three E's (Explore, Explain, Empower)

.

Related links:

.

Find us on Facebook or TikTok

Subscribe to the Happy Families newsletter

Leave a voice memo here or email your questions/comments to podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

Find out more about joining THE QUEST at our website

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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