How To! | Raise a Kid in a Polarized Family

Sarah loves her in-laws, even though their politics send her
running for the exits. Now, her daughter is starting to ask
questions about her grandparents’ patriarchal, conservative views.
How can Sarah raise her kid to be self-assured, justice-oriented,
and open-minded—without spoiling the connection between her in-laws
and the grandchild they adore? On this episode of How To!, Courtney
Martin brings on Melinda Wenner Moyer, science journalist and
author of the new book Hello, Cruel World! Science-based Strategies
for Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times. Melinda gives Sarah
strategies for talking to all parties, reinforcing values in her
daughter, and avoiding an irreparable break with her relatives. If
you want more Melinda, check out: How To Raise Kids in a Nation
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