Episode Title: Strengthening Parent-Child Connections with "Hold On to Your Kids"
Podcast: Between The Lines
Hosts: Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin
Episode Summary:
In this episode of "Between The Lines," hosts Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin discuss "Hold On to Your Kids" by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate. The book emphasizes the importance of parental influence over peer influence in children's lives, highlighting its relevance today with a new section on responding to screens. The hosts reflect on the book's textbook-like nature and its impact on their parenting practices, including the concept of "collecting your child" to reaffirm attachment after separations. They also discuss the challenges of balancing practical tasks with maintaining emotional connections and the importance of creating a supportive community around children to foster healthy development.
Key Discussion Points:
Discussion on "Hold On to Your Kids" Book Introduction: Leanne introduces the book, emphasizing its relevance in maintaining parental influence over peers and the new section on screen time.
Book's Structure and Readability: The hosts discuss the book's textbook-like structure, noting its readability and the approachable nature of the audiobook narrated by Gordon Neufeld.
Personal Experiences with the Book: The hosts share their experiences with procrastination and how they managed to engage with the book through different formats.
Parenting Insights from the Book: Leanne highlights the importance of attachment and the concept of "collecting your child" to reinforce parent-child relationships.
Practical Tips for Parenting: The hosts discuss intentional connection with children, using positive affirmations and physical connection to strengthen relationships.
Dealing with Bullies and Vulnerability: They explore the book's perspective on bullies and the importance of a strong connection to protect children from bullying.
Reflecting on Parenting Experiences: The hosts reflect on their experiences with parenting practices like infant sleep clinics and the guilt associated with denying attachment.
Final Thoughts and Recommendations:
Leanne and Chelle summarize the book's main premises and its relevance for parents seeking to improve their relationship with their children. They recommend the book for professionals working with families and emphasize the importance of attachment in parenting.
