Janet Lansbury on Parenting with Trauma and Embracing Vulnerability
Episode Overview
Exploring the challenges of healing from past trauma in parenting Insights on parental inner child grief and its impact on raising children Embracing vulnerability and validation in parent-child relationships Understanding the complexities of addressing childhood wounds in adulthood Navigating the journey of growth and healing as a parent and adult child
Feeling heard and understood allows children to release the feelings, let go, and move on.
Parenting isn't always the magical experience we envision, and Janet Lansbury knows this all too well. In this eye-opening episode of 'Adult Child', Andrea sits down with Janet, a best-selling author and renowned parenting educator, to discuss the real challenges of parenting while grappling with past trauma. Janet shares her personal journey from the anxiety and fear she faced as a new mother to finding guidance and wisdom from infant expert Magda Gerber.
Their conversation touches on the importance of allowing children to express their feelings and the tough task of recognizing dysfunction in our own childhoods, even when our parents seemed 'mostly good'. This episode offers a heartfelt exploration of vulnerability, healing, and the intricate dance of nurturing both ourselves and our children. Whether you're a parent, a caregiver, or someone looking to understand the ripple effects of childhood trauma, this episode provides valuable insights and a comforting sense of community.