Myths & Misconceptions About Boys

February 24, 2022Guests, Parentingbrothers, gender stereotypes, Jessica Fleming, Jessica Wozinsky Fleming, misconceptions about boys, myths about boys, potty training, roughhousing, To Raise a BoyJennifer L.W. Fink

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How many of these myths & misconceptions about boys have you heard? How many do you believe? “Boys are easier than girls.” “Boys are less emotional than girls.” “Boys leave their families when they grow up.” “With boys, you don’t have to fight over clothing choices.” “There’s less to worry about with a son than … Continue reading Myths & Misconceptions About Boys →

To Raise a Boy (w Emma Brown)

March 18, 2021Guests, UncategorizedEmma Brown, gender norms, gender roles, masculinity, parenting, sexual abuse, sexual assault, shame, To Raise a BoyJanet

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In her new book To Raise a Boy, author Emma Brown writes, “This is what I want for my son as he grows up: the ability to be himself without paying a social penalty.” [NOTE: This episode contains graphic descriptions of sexual violence from 16:30-21:30] That’s what we want too. And we get frustrated sometimes … Continue reading To Raise a Boy (w Emma Brown) →

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