Many parents hurt their children physically and psychologically, often believing they will be good parents without realizing the complexities involved.

Co-sleeping has been a natural practice throughout human history, and dismissing it based on modern studies ignores the historical context of child-rearing. You have to be skeptical of scientific studies, as many are based on low-power research that gets over-applied beyond its context.

Children have strong instincts and reasons for their desires, and parents often face communication challenges in understanding them.

The idea that children should cry it out is misguided; in nature, a crying child is vulnerable and could be harmed, so it's important to respond to their needs.

It's important to recognize that children can feel pressured to meet their parents' emotional needs, which can lead to unhealthy dynamics in their relationships, as it becomes their job to care for us.

Natural instincts for parenting are often more reliable than the advice found in parenting books, as instincts guide you in caring for your child effectively.

Having kids brings automatic meaning to life, and while some studies suggest parents are unhappy, they often overlook the deeper fulfillment that comes from parenthood.

Children often unconsciously take on roles in their families, such as the hero or scapegoat, which can lead to difficulties shedding these roles later in life.

Philosophical traps can persist for long periods, as evidenced by outdated beliefs about babies not feeling pain, which were challenged by studies in the 1980s.