Rebel Parenting with Ryan & Laura Dobson
There are billions of parents in the world, yet we often feel like we’re alone. At Rebel Parenting, you’ll find honest, real advice from parents who are trying—and sometimes failing—just like you are. It’s practical, tangible and born from the real struggles parents face.
Recent Episodes
Jan. 3, 2023
The Secret to Deescalating Conflicts with Your Kids
In this video, Ryan Dobson discusses the importance of deescalation as a crucial skill for navigating conflicts with children. He provides strategies for staying calm, using positive language, listening actively, validating …
Dec. 27, 2022
Unlock the Secret to Understanding Your Children
In this video, Ryan Dobson discusses the importance of looking for context when trying to understand and build relationships with our children. By asking open-ended questions, validating their feelings, looking for patterns …
Dec. 22, 2022
The Wingfeather Saga Animated Series: Interviews with Luci Dobson, Andrew Peterson and Chris Wall
In this special edition of REBEL Parenting, Ryan is joined in the studio by his 10-year-old daughter, Luci, to discuss the new Wingfeather Saga animated series. Ryan also interviews the author, Andrew Peterson, and illustrat…
Dec. 8, 2022
REBEL PARENTS: How THEY model GOOD BEHAVIOR & Why OTHER PARENTS SHOULD FOLLOW THEIR Lead
In this video, we're going to discuss Rebel Parents: how they model good behavior & why other parents should follow their lead. Rebel parents are those who buck the norm and try to do things their own way. They're not afraid…
Nov. 30, 2022
8 REASONS Why LISTENING is More Important than TALKING to your CHILD
In this video, I'm sharing 8 reasons why it is more important to listen to your child than to talk to them. Listening is one of the most important things you can do as a parent. Not only does it help build a strong relations…
Nov. 28, 2022
Why REBEL Parents Value Their Spouse's Input
In this short video, I'm explaining why Rebel Parents value their spouse's input. This is an important message to share because it shows that we are not alone in our struggles and that there is help available. We all face un…