Dr. Becky: Parenting 101

Dr. Becky Kennedy joins Alex to discuss practical parenting strategies. She explains the concept of a 'sturdy parent'—a balanced approach between authoritarian and permissive styles—and shares how to raise confident kids, set boundaries, and maintain connection. The conversation covers why children can trigger parents, how childhood patterns resurface, and what to do when partners have different parenting styles. Dr. Becky also addresses letting go of perfectionism, navigating mom guilt, trusting yourself through hard moments, and preserving your identity beyond the parenting role.