{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep. 83 | Helping Kids Feel Capable: The Power of Agency | TPL","description":"Ever heard your child\u2019s teacher mention \u201cagency\u201d and wondered what it actually means? In this episode, Claire and Rachel unpack this buzzword and explore how agency\u2014your child\u2019s ability to make choices, take initiative, and persist through challenges\u2014can shape everything from friendships to future careers. With relatable stories, expert-backed insights, and practical strategies you can use at home (yes, even with toddlers!), we\u2019ll help you nurture confidence and independence in your little one\u2014without adding another item to your parenting to-do list.&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Streaming now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.\u202f\u202f &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Have a parenting question or story to share? Email us at tplpodcast@brighthorizons.com and your question could be featured on a future episode! &amp;nbsp; \u202f &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Don\u2019t forget to subscribe to catch future episodes where we explore the real-life strategies for parenting in the early years.\u202f &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Follow Bright Horizons for more insights:\u202f\u202f\u202f &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Instagram: @brighthorizons\u202f\u202f\u202f &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; LinkedIn: Bright Horizons\u202f\u202f\u202f &amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; Facebook: @BrightHorizons\u202f\u202f\u202f &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; X (Twitter): @BrightHorizons Produced by Bright Horizons Family Solutions Inc.\u202f ","author_name":"Teach. Play. Love. Parenting Advice for the Early Years","author_url":"https:\/\/www.brighthorizons.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39164760\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/195823505"}