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'You Are the Parent' brings balance back to parenting

WBUR

Published September 17, 2026 at 12:07 PM EDT

The cover of "You Are the Parent" beside author Dr. Siggie Cohen. (Courtesy of Siggie Cohen)

Here & Now’s Scott Tong talks to child development specialist and author Siggie Cohen about her new book “You Are the Parent: Move from Overparenting to Balanced Parenting and Become the Leader Your Child Needs.”

Cohen talks with Scott about practical ways parents can lead with confidence and enjoy less chaotic, more harmonious, and happier homes.

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