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Entry 26: Why "Why" Matters - Rachael Choate

Have you ever noticed how young children are constantly asking "why"? It's a seemingly endless barrage of questions that can sometimes be exhausting for adults. But this incessant questioning is a crucial part of a child's development.My guest this week is: Rachael ChoateWatch the video version of this episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for the Storyteller Society to join a supportive community of listeners and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Oct 7, 202449 min

Entry #25: Helping Children Learn to Regulate Their Emotions - Rée

Children's emotional experiences can be as vast and unpredictable as the ocean. Just as waves crash and recede, their emotions can surge and ebb, often leaving them feeling overwhelmed or confused. This is a normal part of childhood development, but it can also be challenging for children and their caregivers.My guest this week is: ReeWatch the video version of this episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 23, 202452 min

Entry #24: From A Child's Perspective - Jenna Van Eps

For a little human, the world is a boundless realm where anything is possible, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Their vivid imaginations transform playtime into epic adventures where they soar through the skies as superheroes, converse with woodland creatures, and embark on daring quests. The mundane transforms into the magnificent as they marvel at the intricate patterns of a butterfly's wings or the way sunlight dances on raindrops.My guest this week is: Jenna Van EpsWatch the video version of this episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 9, 202447 min

Entry #23: Children Learn to Feel What They're Allowed - Diane Garzon

A child’s emotional landscape is largely sculpted by the environment they grow up in. The adults in their lives, primarily parents and caregivers, act as the first and most influential teachers in this complex process.My guest this week is: Diane GarzonWatch the video version of this episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 25, 202443 min

Entry #22: Small Victories, Big Impact - Carrie Lingenfelter

In the hustle and bustle of raising children, it's easy to focus on the big milestones: first steps, first words, and graduations. While these achievements are undoubtedly significant, the smaller victories often go unnoticed. However, these seemingly insignificant triumphs play a crucial role in shaping a child's self-esteem, confidence, and overall development.My guest this week is: Carrie LingenfelterWatch the video version of this episode HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 11, 202445 min

Entry 21: From First To Last - Brooke Outlaw

As a father, I try to be as present as possible. Present in body, sure. But also present in mind. Some days are easier than others. But when I do, I really lock in and see my babies experiencing the world around them, recognizing that this moment, like all moments, is as fleeting as they are unique. It’s a profound feeling, especially when those moments are quantifiable, as they are whether they’re firsts or last firsts.This week’s guest is the founder of Conscious and Connected Parenting Brooke OutlawWatch the video of my conversation with Brooke Outlaw HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 28, 202446 min

Entry #20: Sleep Is A Skill - Kerry Secker

Ah, bedtime. That magical time of day when dreams are made and...toddlers turn into tiny ninjas determined to avoid sleep at all costs. Anyone who's ever parented a toddler knows the struggle is real.This week’s guest is sleep consultant and Care It Out founder Kerry SeckerWatch the video of my conversation with Kerry Secker HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 14, 202451 min

Entry #19: Words Are Important - Stacey Simms

Making sure that every single word in your story exists for a reason is a skill.It’s a skill I’m constantly sharpening and, given that I’m a bit long-winded by nature, one that I don’t know I’ll ever master.But it’s a skill that our four-year-old son puts to through its real-world paces on a nearly daily basis. Because four-year-olds have attention spans that can only be measured in nanoseconds, whenever I’m telling my son something, I need to get the main idea across using as few words as possible.This week’s guest is podcaster, author, and World’s Worst Diabetes Mom Stacey SimmsWatch the video of my conversation with Stacey Simms HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 29, 202447 min

Entry 18: Father's Day Fog - Peter Marusca

Father's Day. It used to be a day of barbecues, bad jokes from Dad, and maybe a tie I’m sure my dad just humored me and wore. Now, staring down the barrel of my fourth one as a parent myself, it feels…different.This week’s guest is Oncology Health and Wellness Coach Peter MaruscaWatch the video of my conversation with Peter Marusca HERESay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 16, 202433 min

Entry 17: The Public Eyes of Private Children - Morgan Geyer

Whenever I make public something about my children, I have a little emotional wrestling match.Should I be doing this? Why? Why not? Is it causing any harm? Could it be somewhere down the line?This podcast and accompanying newsletter are what I wrestle with most.This week’s guest is Morgan GeyerSay hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month.* WHOOP: join.whoop.com/storyteller for a FREE WHOOP 4.0 and one month FREE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jun 2, 202447 min

Entry #16: Amplified Version Of The World - Sarah Moore

Being a sensitive child may not always be an easy path, but it is a path rich with potential for growth, connection, and the creation of a more compassionate and understanding world.This week's guest is Sarah Moore, author of “Peaceful Discipline.”Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

May 19, 202448 min

Entry #15: You’re A Bad Guy - Johnny Bowman

How can we understand that our kids are too young for certain activities, but when it comes to their big emotions, we expect them to be able to control them and not fall on the floor kicking and screaming?Our guest this week is co-leader of All Kings and writer of the publication “Mens Work,” Johnny Bowman.Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

May 5, 202432 min

Entry #14: Why Yelling Doesn't Work (and What Does) - Simone Davies

Think about the last time you were truly angry. Maybe it was a heated argument with a friend or a frustrating interaction at work. In those moments, could you easily articulate your feelings and propose solutions? Most likely not.My guest this week is the wonderful ⁠Simone Davies. ⁠Simone Davies is a Montessori expert and advocate for gentle parenting. With over 15 years of experience in early childhood education, Simone is passionate about helping parents raise happy, confident, and capable children.Say hello on ⁠Instagram.⁠Sign up for our occasional newsletter, ⁠The Montessori Dad⁠Follow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOG⁠Sign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. ⁠Learn more and sign up here.⁠Join our ⁠Discord⁠We also make ⁠What's Your Story?⁠ and ⁠Come Back To Earth.⁠Check out ⁠our online shop.⁠Episode transcripts are posted on ⁠our website.⁠Show Sponsor:* BetterHelp: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments⁠ for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 25, 202434 min

Entry #13: How Wonderful This All Is - Dolores Murgolo

After a bit of time off, we’re back and we’re starting with a refresher on why being a stay-at-home father has been the biggest gift I’ve ever received and what I am doing to change the narrative around fatherhood for the better.We also sit down to chat with the first guest on this show. Some people call her teacher, others call her director, and many little kids call her Mrs. Dolores. As for me, I’ve spent 43 years calling her mom.Say hello on Instagram.Sign up for our occasional newsletter, The Montessori DadFollow the show and review us on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkfi.re/NjBFOGSign up for Storyteller Plus to get behind-the-scenes bonus episodes of all Not Today Media Shows, a supportive community of listeners, members-only merch, and more. Learn more and sign up here.Listen back through our archives on YouTubeWe also make Dads Cry Too and Come Back To Earth.Check out our online shop.Episode transcripts are posted on our website.______________ Show Sponsor:BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Apr 7, 202443 min

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Join me, JD, the humbled stay-at-home father currently of a 3-year-old son and a 1-year-old daughter on “Dads Cry Too” wherever you listen to podcasts, as I share both my journey of being a father as well as the stories of parents and parenting experts all across the world so that together we can change the definition of masculinity and what it means to be a father, for the better. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Feb 16, 20241 min

Entry #12 - Let's Pause and Be Grateful

As we approach the end of the year, it's time to kick back, reflect, and bask in the warm glow of gratitude. This will be the last episode for the year and then I’m going to take a much-needed break. When I return, I’ll be coming back with a brand new take on sharing support for parents and I cannot wait to bring it to your ears.Until then, today, we're diving into the heart of the matter - being thankful as a parent.As always you can join the conversation over at montessoridad.substack.comLeave a review on Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/pXNzgqWjWEbFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadEmail me: [email protected] Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 22, 20235 min

Entry #11 - Why We Shouldn't Cancel the Big Guy in Red

Ho, ho, ho, and welcome back to another festive episode of Dad’s Cry Too! This week we're diving into a hot topic that's been circulating in the holiday air lately – the controversial idea of canceling Santa Claus. Yes, you heard it right! But before you grab your pitchforks and candy canes, let's unwrap this debate and see why some folks are saying we should give the big guy in red a break.As always you can join the conversation over at montessoridad.substack.comLeave a review on Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/pXNzgqWjWEbFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadEmail me: [email protected] Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 15, 202315 min

Entry #10 - Nurturing Childhood Through Family Traditions

This week we're diving into the heartwarming world of family traditions, exploring why they're not just sentimental moments but essential building blocks for a child's upbringing.As always you can join the conversation over at montessoridad.substack.comLeave a review on Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/pXNzgqWjWEbFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadEmail me: [email protected] Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 8, 202316 min

Entry #9 - Juggling Flaming Torches While Riding A Unicycle

Today, we're diving into a topic that hits close to home for many of us at this time of year - the challenges of being a parent when your little bundle of energy turns into a sniffling, feverish tiny human.As always you can join the conversation over at montessoridad.substack.comLeave a review on Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/pXNzgqWjWEbFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadEmail me: [email protected] Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Dec 1, 20239 min

Entry #8 - Why Interacting with Your Kids Matters

Today, we've got a topic that's close to my heart – the importance of interacting with your kids from day one.As always you can join the conversation over at montessoridad.substack.comLeave a review on Goodpods: https://goodpods.app.link/pXNzgqWjWEbFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.Dad Email me: [email protected] Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 24, 202316 min

Entry #7 - The Changing Face of Fatherhood

Today, we're diving into a topic that challenges the norms, reshapes perspectives, and celebrates the evolution of masculinity. That's right, we're talking about the rise of stay-at-home dads.Leave a review on Apple: https://buff.ly/3ScudxLFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Nov 17, 202315 min

Entry #6 - Follow the Child

There’s a lot of Montessori lingo out there that can sometimes be confusing, so today we’re going to take a closer look at the phrase “follow the child” and find out not only what it means, but how you can begin practicing it at home even at the infant stage of your child's development.Leave a review on Apple: https://buff.ly/3ScudxLFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Oct 20, 202316 min

Entry #5 - What's This Montessori Thing All About?

For much of my life, I was brought up in an environment where the phrase “follow the child” is the guiding principle. While there are many approaches to how one can navigate the waters of raising a child, the one we have stuck with here in our household is a Montessori approach.Today we’re talking about what the meaning is behind a Montessori education and how adopting this philosophy can help to answer the age-old question of nature versus nurture.References:* American Montessori Society* “The Montessori Toddler” by Simone DaviesLeave a review: lovethepodcast.com/dadscryFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Sep 15, 202320 min

Entry #4 - Why Changing a Diaper is Gross, but Still the Gentleman Thing to Do

I figure that if I can change diapers, any father can. Of course, we seem to be living in a new age of fatherhood, when men do chores their fathers once avoided. Still, I’m sure there are fathers out there who are squeamish when it comes to diapers, particularly “poopies.”Leave a review: lovethepodcast.com/dadscryFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 25, 20239 min

Entry #3 - From Fear to Joy: The First Week of Fatherhood

Becoming a father turned my world upside-down, in the most exhilarating way imaginable. The birth of my son sparked an emotional rollercoaster, filled with joy, fear, and a profound sense of responsibility. Welcome to a heartfelt conversation, as I recount my journey into fatherhood, and share the three most significant lessons I learned in the first week of my son’s life.Leave a review: lovethepodcast.com/dadscryFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Aug 4, 20239 min

Entry #2 - Avoiding Analysis Paralysis When You're Expecting

Having a baby. That’s it, that’s the sentence… err phrase. And especially if you’re a first time dad, it’s one heck of a phrase. While I would like to leave it at that, there is a lot more to it than ‘having a baby’. Many parents find themselves in analysis paralysis when they start getting into the details of preparing for a baby.Fear not, these tips for the first time and new dads are going to have you heading toward pro dad land in no time.Leave a review: lovethepodcast.com/dadscryFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

Jul 14, 202326 min

Entry #1 - What They Don’t Tell You About Being A Stay At Home Dad

Being a parent is challenging, and anyone who tells you otherwise isn’t being honest with themselves. Getting this out of the way in the beginning not to deter you from being a parent or even cause the slightest bit of anxiety, rather, it’s something I wish more people told me before I became a parent.Leave a review: lovethepodcast.com/dadscryFollow me on Twitter: @MontessoriJediFollow me on Instagram: @The.Montessori.DadShow Sponsor:* BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/fragilemoments for 10% off your first month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe Get full access to Montessori Dad at montessoridad.substack.com/subscribe

May 25, 20237 min