Parenting Boys with Maggie Dent – Part 2

More Maggie Dent! (If you haven't yet listened to Part 1 of our conversation, go listen to that one first. Then come back for more Maggie!) In this episode, Maggie, Janet & Jen discuss: * How to help elementary school boys handle their frustration when they get in trouble at school * Boys’ inclination toward protecting others * How to support boys’ interest in superhero boy & play fighting * How to deconstruct the “man code” and help boys’ live authentically * How to talk so boys will listen * The importance of social-emotional development and learning * Boys’ friendships — & how moms can help their sons develop important relationship skills * “Rooster” boys & “lamb” boys, & what they need from their parents & teachers Links we mentioned (or should have) in this episode: Mothering Our Boys: A Guide for Mums of Sons — Maggie’s latest book “This is the book I’m on the earth to write.” — Maggie Dent maggiedent.com — Maggie’s website. Jam-packed with resources! Let Grow —  The new website of Lenore Skenazy, of Free-Range Kids fame Dear mums of smelly, unmotivated, lazy, moody and confused 14 year old boys — one of Maggie’s best blog posts Maggie Dent on YouTube –– Pro Tip: These short videos are great to share with dads! Episode 129: Grief with Tom Golden How to Listen to Him -- So He Will Want to Talk to You IF YOU LIKE THIS EPISODE - Please share it with a friend! (and thanks!) TEXT them the link:  http://on-boys-podcast.com And share on your social media: Twitter: Use this link Facebook:  Use this link Linkedin: Use this link STAY CONNECTED WITH JANET & JEN: Join the Building Boys FB group and the Boys Alive! FB group Be sure to opt-in at  Boys Alive! .com for your free report “3 Simple Tips to CONNECT with Your Boy.”  And opt-in at  BuildingBoys.net, too! Our Sponsors: * Check out Armoire: armoire.style/ONBOYS * Check out ByHeart and use my code ONBOYS for a great deal: byheart.com * Check out Lumen: lumen.me/ONBOYS Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy