EP 30: The 45 Record: How Your Childhood Shapes the Parent You Become

How much of the way we parent is shaped by our own childhood? In this episode of Sidebar Social, Jennifer and Dana sit down with therapist, parenting facilitator, and co-parenting expert Dr. Linda Rollins-Threats to explore the psychology behind successful co-parenting and why high-conflict relationships often follow predictable patterns. Dr. Rollins-Threats shares her powerful "45 record" analogy to explain how our earliest life experiences continue to influence our relationships, communication, and parenting as adults. Together, they discuss healthy co-parenting, parallel parenting, protecting children from conflict, common communication breakdowns, and practical strategies parents can use to create a healthier environment for their children. Whether you're navigating divorce, co-parenting, or simply interested in how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, this episode offers valuable insights for every family.