"On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen take a listener question about how to be there for a fellow parent who is going through a hard time. The listener's friend's kid is acting out and causing lots of stress. They toss around ideas about ways friends have shown up for them, ideas for support without smothering, and more."
"But first, they share their latest Triumphs and Fails. Lucy survives a trip to the wilderness with her family, Elizabeth survives an international trip with the kids as the only parent (and gets praise for their behavior!), and Zak is clearly raising a cool kid. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today's show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes."
A listener asks how to support a fellow parent whose child is acting out and causing stress. Suggestions include offering practical help, emotional backing, and non-smothering support while maintaining healthy boundaries. Examples of ways friends have shown up include providing childcare, logistics assistance, and empathetic listening. Personal parenting experiences are recounted, including surviving a wilderness family trip, successfully navigating an international trip as the sole parent, and noticing a child’s positive qualities. Production credit is given to Cheyna Roth. Contact options include Facebook, an email address, a phone line, and a Slate Plus subscription for additional content and ad-free listening.
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