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Bringing Up Bébé

10 min read 13 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

An American mom in Paris discovers that French kids sleep through the night, eat veggies, and play quietly—while parents enjoy their coffee. The secret isn't stricter rules but a cultural philosophy of calm authority and respect.

You’ll learn

  • Use the pause to teach self-soothing
  • Set a cadre: firm limits, then freedom
  • Teach taste with the rule of four bites
  • Prioritize your adult life and couplehood