Friendship Was The Real Parenting All Along

Welcome to Episode 29 of On the Ground Parenting! As we move through the winter and launch into February, hosts Sandy, Sam, and Kelly are starting a new series titled: What is the Heart of Your Parenting Approach?. This first session dives into the essential qualities of friendship and how our own adult relationships serve as the primary model for our children. The team explores what makes a "heart friend"—someone who sees you at 100%, laughs with you, and holds you through the tough times. They discuss the intentional work required to maintain these bonds, whether it's through "sanity maintenance" groups, zoom dance parties, or simply sitting in comfortable silence together reading books. By reflecting on how we treat our own friends, we can better guide our children in navigating reciprocity, respect, and the diverse ways friendships manifest across different ages and neurotypes. Support On the Ground Parenting This podcast is produced by Muskoka Family Focus, a registered Canadian charity. We rely on your generosity to keep these conversations free for all families. Join our Patreon: Connect with our hosts at https://www.patreon.com/OnTheGroundParenting Make a Donation: Visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/muskoka-family-focus-and-childrens-place/  to show your support. Connect with Us: Find all our resources and ways to ask questions at linktr.ee/onthegroundparenting. On the Ground Parenting is produced and published by Red Juice Studio.