In this special episode, we are joined by Maggie Dent, educator, author, and international expert, often called “the queen of common-sense parenting.” With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and their families, Maggie is one of the most respected voices worldwide in parenting and children’s emotional development.
Maggie Dent visited Romania for the first time last year, where she took the stage at ParentED Fest, and this conversation was born from the energy of that event.
One of the central themes of this episode is the difference between girls and boys — not from the perspective of labels or social stereotypes, but through a deeper, neuroscience-informed understanding of how they develop neurologically, emotionally, and relationally.
We talk about:
Why girls and boys are not the same and why that truly matters
What neuroscience tells us about how their brains develop differently
How to respond to each child’s specific needs without falling into the trap of stereotypes
The importance of connection before correction and the role of emotional safety in raising children
How we can become more conscious, warmer, and more confident parents, trusting our own instincts
Maggie promotes an approach rooted in connection, emotional safety, and a deep understanding of children’s authentic needs and this conversation is a clear reflection of that.