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Podcast · 65 episodes

Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled, page 2

by JLML Press · English

In the 25+ years Janet Lansbury has worked with children and parents, she's learned a lot. She's here to share it with you. Each episode of Unruffled addresses a reader's parenting issue through the lens of Janet's respectful parenting approach, consistently offering a perspective shift that ultimately frees parents of the need for scripts, strategies, tricks, and tactics. Janet is a parenting author and consultant whose website (JanetLansbury.com) is visited by millions of readers annually. Her work informs, inspires, and supports caregivers of infants and toddlers across the globe, helping to create authentic relationships of respect, trust, and love. Janet's "No Bad Kids Master Course" is available at NoBadKidsCourse and JanetLansbury. Her best-selling books “No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline without Shame” and "Elevating Child Care: A Guide to Respectful Parenting" are available in all formats at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you buy your books. Featured in The New Yorker, recommended 'Best Parenting Podcast' by The Washington Post, The New York Times, USA Today, The Cut, Fatherly, Today's Parent, and many, many more. Please note: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and advice presented on this podcast by Janet Lansbury and her guests are based on their training and experience. Opinions are offered in good faith but do not constitute professional, psychiatric, or medical advice, neither are they intended to be. You do not have to use this information, and it should not be substituted for qualified medical expertise. Copyright JLML Press (2026) All Rights Reserved

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Setting Boundaries Without Power StrugglesThe episode argues that children’s “boundary testing” often reflects fear and overwhelm—especially during major transitions like a new sibling—so effective boundaries should avoid power struggles.14 Apr 2026 · 22 min · 5 chapters
My Child Is So Mean to MeParent responds to an email about a “mean” four-year-old who lashes out at her mother (insults like “worst mommy,” ripping items away, slamming doors/throwing things).7 Apr 2026 · 28 min · 6 chapters
Navigating the Playground with a Child Who Seems Too Physical, Bossy, Huggy, or ShyJanet Lansbury (Unruffled) gives playground guidance for children who seem too physical, bossy, huggy, or shy, emphasizing observing, staying a “secure base,” and intervening minimally and calmly.31 Mar 2026 · 30 min · 10 chapters
It's Never About the Watermelon: What's Really Behind Your Child's Behavior (And What Actually Helps)It's Never About the Watermelon: What's Really Behind Your Child's Behavior (And What Actually Helps)24 Mar 2026 · 29 min · 6 chapters
How Forcing Kids to Do Stuff Backfires (And What to Do Instead)This episode addresses a parent’s struggles with their daughter’s resistance to brushing her teeth, highlighting the challenges of power struggles and the importance of fostering cooperation over…17 Mar 2026 · 28 min · 11 chapters
The Joy of a Self-Entertained Toddler (Yes, It's Possible!)Janet addresses parenting issues through a respectful parenting lens, aiming to empower parents without relying on scripts or strategies.10 Mar 2026 · 29 min · 10 chapters
Why Parents Need RIE (with Melani Ladygo)Melani Ladygo, Executive Director of RIE (Resources for Infant Educators)3 Mar 2026 · 40 min · 10 chapters
Finding Your Voice for Setting LimitsIn this episode, Janet Lansbury addresses a parent's concern regarding her language while setting limits with her daughter.24 Feb 2026 · 24 min · 6 chapters
Disturbing Things Kids Bring Home From SchoolIn this episode, Janet Lansbury addresses a parent's concern regarding her 5-year-old daughter who has started using undesirable language picked up from her peers at school.17 Feb 2026 · 24 min · 6 chapters
Demands, Wild Behavior, and Parent GuiltDemands, Wild Behavior, and Parent Guilt10 Feb 2026 · 36 min · 13 chapters
Becoming Untriggered (with Lavinia Brown and Andrew Lynn)In this episode of Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled, Janet Lansbury speaks with trauma-informed coaches Lavinia Brown and Andrew Lynn about the impact of childhood trauma on parenting.3 Feb 2026 · 49 min · 17 chapters
Raising Can-Do Kids25 years of experience in respectful parenting, focusing on authentic relationships among children and caregivers.27 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 12 chapters
Separation Anxiety, Meltdowns... The Solution Is Often in Our FaceHow parents’ own emotions can amplify children’s separation anxiety, meltdowns, and transition difficulties; the “solution” is often to regulate the parent and recognize the child’s feelings as…20 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 7 chapters
Lost in Transition - How Changes Affect Our Kids' BehaviorHow kids’ behavior reflects difficulty coping with transitions; parents should respond with attunement, clear boundaries, and help during overwhelm rather than expecting peers or children to “handle…13 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 7 chapters
The Year to Stop Doubting YourselfNew Year parenting theme about stopping self-doubt. Janet Lansbury argues that doubt traps parents in cycles; instead, parents should trust their leadership, accept kids’ big feelings, and set firm…6 Jan 2026 · 37 min · 9 chapters
Can We Be Sad or Angry And Still Be Unruffled?How parents can stay “unruffled” when they feel sad or angry due to their children, without hiding emotions or stifling feelings.30 Dec 2025 · 24 min · 5 chapters
Threats and Bribes Aren't Very Helpful (What to Do Instead)How to stop bribing/threatening a 3.5-year-old and replace it with boundary-setting that preserves intrinsic motivation and builds trust (Unruffled with Janet Lansbury).23 Dec 2025 · 23 min · 10 chapters
Finally! A One-Size-Fits-All Approach to Our Kids' BehaviorJanet Lansbury argues against a “one-size-fits-all” discipline approach based on age, neurodivergence labels, or fixed behavior tactics.16 Dec 2025 · 30 min · 9 chapters
3 Secrets to Raising Grateful KidsHow to raise grateful kids when they seem “ungrateful” during birthdays/holidays and special outings.9 Dec 2025 · 29 min · 15 chapters
The Best Response to Our Children's Turbulent EmotionsJanet Lansbury (Unruffled) argues that the best response to children’s “turbulent emotions” is trust—accept feelings as normal, don’t rush to resolve them for your own comfort, and avoid strategies…2 Dec 2025 · 32 min · 10 chapters
How to Boost Your Child's Self-ConfidenceIn this episode, Janet Lansbury addresses the topic of boosting children's self-confidence while navigating their emotional challenges.25 Nov 2025 · 29 min
Don't Play Along With Annoying BehaviorJanet Lansbury (Unruffled) answers a parent about setting boundaries with a 5.5-year-old who escalates “annoying” behavior—kicking/shaking during seatbelt issues, turning stairs into a race, and…18 Nov 2025 · 26 min · 7 chapters
The Kindness of ConsequencesJanet Lansbury (Unruffled) responds to a parent whose 4-year-old became frustrated, stressed, explosive, and sometimes aggressive after a new baby arrived.11 Nov 2025 · 34 min · 17 chapters
Demanding, Stressed, and Aggressive - What's Happened to My Gentle Child?A parent asks how to handle a 4-year-old who became demanding, aggressive, erratic, and anxious after a long period of being gentle—especially around his older sister and the new baby.4 Nov 2025 · 24 min · 11 chapters