Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should: Episode 223

In this episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, Corey and I explore the pressure of intensive parenting and the idea that “just because you can doesn’t mean you should.” We discuss burnout, productivity culture, and how letting go of unrealistic or unnecessary expectations can help us be the parents we truly want to be. Want the podcast ad-free? Become a Substack Supporter: https://substack.com/@sarahrosensweet We talk about: 00:00 — Intensive parenting and unrealistic expectations: “Just because you can doesn’t mean you should” 03:00 — Cultural expectations and productivity mindset and the “perfect parent” standard 06:00 — How parents get overwhelmed: Sports, activities, food, and overscheduling 09:00 — Choosing what actually matters- “Does this spark joy?” and letting go of unnecessary tasks 13:00 — Doing less to feel better 15:00 — Productivity, burnout, and rest 17:00 — Letting go of control and accepting help and why independence isn’t everything 21:00 — Questioning parenting norms 25:00 — Why care and interdependence matter 30:00 — Corey’s injury story + the cost of overdoing it 34:00 — The importance of receiving care 36:00 — Rethinking what it means to be a “good parent” Resources mentioned in this episode: Rejecting Impossible Parenting Standards: What Disability Teaches Us About Care and Community with Jessica Slice: Episode 220 https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Ditch Special Time? Connecting with complex kids when connecting is hard: Episode 212 https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Episode 60: Hunt, Gather, Parent with Michaeleen Doucleff https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Evelyn & Bobbie bras: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Yoto Screen Free Audio Book Player https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... The Peaceful Parenting Membership https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Connect with Sarah Rosensweet: Instagram:   / sarahrosensweet   Facebook Group:   / peacefulparentingfreegroup   YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194 Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com Join us on Substack: https://substack.com/@sarahrosensweet Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.co... Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as...