Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting

Why is instilling autonomy and independence so important for Raising a Healthy, Happy, Resilient Child? What are some of the key strategies that parents can use to develop this important trait?

How can mealtimes and food preparation instill patience in children? Why is it essential for children to learn to appreciate a wide variety of foods from an early age?

What is the difference between “education” and “discipline?” Why do French parents prefer to educate their children over disciplining them for misbehavior? What are the long-term results of this effort?

What does it mean to keep children within a frame? Why does this frame benefit not only their behavior but their mental-emotional health as well?

What is Druckerman trying to communicate about Language and Why It Matters? How might a person’s choice of words affect their perspective and their expectations of what a child (or parent) should be?

What are the unique challenges of Navigating Motherhood in a New Place? Why did Druckerman find it difficult to try a new parenting style?

Why is it essential for parents to have their own lives and interests outside of parenting? How does this benefit the whole family unit?

Should we view Parenting as a Social Construct? How are parents in a given society influenced by one another?