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

Jennifer L. Grinke and Dana J. Stewart

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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.