How Can Parents Help Children Navigate the Complexities of Valentine's Day?
02/12/25 • 16 min
In this episode of MomDoc Talk, Kristen delves into the nuances of navigating Valentine's Day with children. The discussion covers the holiday's history, emphasizing the importance of inclusion, kindness, and addressing the emotional aspects for kids and teenagers. Kristen offers practical advice for parents on supporting their children through various stages of relationships, from elementary school to adolescence. Key themes include fostering respect, honesty, and connection, while shifting the focus from commercialized elements to the deeper meanings of love and friendship.
- Understanding the history and origins of Valentine's Day.
- The significance of kindness and inclusion in celebrating the holiday.
- Strategies for addressing children's emotions related to Valentine's Day.
- Guidance for parents on supporting children through different relationship stages.
- Navigating the complexities of Valentine's Day in middle school.
- Supporting teenagers in managing expectations and self-esteem during Valentine's Day.
- The importance of open conversations about relationships and dating.
- Discussing sexual health and consent with teenagers.
- Emphasizing the values of respect, honesty, and connection in relationships.
- Shifting focus from commercialism to the deeper meanings of love and friendship.
Podcast Disclaimer
The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitution for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for medical concerns. All of the opinions are of Dr. Kristen Cook and do not reflect the opinions of her employer nor the hospitals she is affiliated with. The authors and publishers of this podcast do not assume any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences of using the information provided.
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In this episode of MomDoc Talk, Kristen delves into the nuances of navigating Valentine's Day with children. The discussion covers the holiday's history, emphasizing the importance of inclusion, kindness, and addressing the emotional aspects for kids and teenagers. Kristen offers practical advice for parents on supporting their children through various stages of relationships, from elementary school to adolescence. Key themes include fostering respect, honesty, and connection, while shifting the focus from commercialized elements to the deeper meanings of love and friendship.
- Understanding the history and origins of Valentine's Day.
- The significance of kindness and inclusion in celebrating the holiday.
- Strategies for addressing children's emotions related to Valentine's Day.
- Guidance for parents on supporting children through different relationship stages.
- Navigating the complexities of Valentine's Day in middle school.
- Supporting teenagers in managing expectations and self-esteem during Valentine's Day.
- The importance of open conversations about relationships and dating.
- Discussing sexual health and consent with teenagers.
- Emphasizing the values of respect, honesty, and connection in relationships.
- Shifting focus from commercialism to the deeper meanings of love and friendship.
Podcast Disclaimer
The information presented in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitution for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your healthcare provider for medical concerns. All of the opinions are of Dr. Kristen Cook and do not reflect the opinions of her employer nor the hospitals she is affiliated with. The authors and publishers of this podcast do not assume any responsibility for errors, omissions, or consequences of using the information provided.
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts!
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MomDocTalk with Kristen Cook, MD - How Can Parents Help Children Navigate the Complexities of Valentine's Day?
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Valentine's Day is fast approaching, which means that love is all around. While some people consider Valentine's Day to be a hallmark holiday, it is important to help our children navigate how this day plays out. Of course, I'm going to differentiate based on age and developmental ability. But before I dive in, I thought it would be fun to look into the history of Valentine's Day. Let's go far, far back into time to the year 269 AD. This was the year that the Roman Em
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