One and Done: Raising an Only Child, Not a Lonely Child23 Sep 2020

6. Struggles and Comebacks

In this vulnerable, funny, & practical episode, Kathy shares some relatable true stories about people’s reactions to her having one child. She offers thoughts on how to deal with uncomfortable conversations, normalizes the stages of grief for those going through them, and suggests a wide variety of comebacks and responses to the nosy, well-meaning folks who just can’t get the hint. Content notice: this episode very briefly mentions miscarriage. It also alludes to “triangle families” but we recognize that not all listeners are in such families (2 parents + 1 kid), and we welcome all. Episode also says “we as women” at one point; and again, all are welcome. Here’s what’s covered: [0:40] Kathy tells a personal (but pretty universal) story about being questioned on not having more children at a party. [4:50] Discussion of the natural grieving process, particularly with regard to “perceived loss” (loss of opportunity or what we feel we’re supposed to do or have). [7:10] Going more specifically through the concept of the grieving process for the parent of an only child (not by choice). [9:00] What does it look like to accept and begin to make peace with having an only child? [11:10] List of classy and fun comebacks for shutting down some of those people who just “have to know” when you’re having another one. Got ideas or want to be on the show? Email us at PopernackPodcasts@gmail.com. Join our Facebook group, One and Done: Raising an Only Child, Not a Lonely Child.

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12. Raising an independent only child /reviews of books about only children/ announcement

Reviewing the most popular books about only children, advice on how to help your kid become independent, and an announcement about the show. Until 2:50 is the announcement, 2:50 on is book reviews, wi...

31 Okt 202031min

11. Mental health, faith, and having an only child (cont'd from episode 10)

"There are no small things." We continue with information and reframes around mental health, executive dysfunction, and faith, as it pertains to parenting one child. The first part is about depression...

22 Okt 202029min

10. When it's hard: self-compassion and perspective for parenting an only child in an isolated world

Some reframes to help us parents of onlys have more self-compassion and perspective on this awesome endeavor we're undertaking. And since it's episode 10, we are celebrating by giving away 10 copies o...

21 Okt 202016min

9. Accepting our family size and letting go of a fantasy

"When single child families idealize what they don't have: how the fantasy of larger families can poison our happiness and development" by Lauren Sandler arrived right on time for Jamie, who was strug...

14 Okt 202025min

8. Raising an Only Child with a Partner: 3 Ways to Stay Connected

Our onlys are our focus; sometimes we forget significant others. Kathy shares 3 ways to stay connected to our partners and the movie that helped her marriage through a rough spot. We value our single ...

9 Okt 202010min

7. Big age gap? Try this hack.

When your kid has much older or younger siblings, including potentially half and step siblings, how can you help create the conditions for a positive relationship? Jamie shares personal feelings and e...

30 Sep 202013min

5. 7 Keys to Parenting an Only Child

[3:10] 1. Chill out. [5:15] 2. Take care of ourselves. [6:15] Geeking out about active listening. [7:53] 3. Active listening. [14:09] 4. Family traditions and norms. [18:20] 5. Community. [20:12] 6. R...

17 Sep 202027min