8 min

Help — my kid won't stop swearing Parental As Anything

    • Parenting

Like it or not, children will learn to swear from school, videos, even their parents. So what can you do to stop your child being a pottymouth? 

In this Help Me, Maggie episode Maggie Dent explains why children might swear, how to discourage them from using offensive words and what to say if you slip up and swear in front of them. 

The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional. 
Host: Maggie Dent 
Producer: Josie Sargent 
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler 
Executive Producer: Kim Lester 
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano 

Like it or not, children will learn to swear from school, videos, even their parents. So what can you do to stop your child being a pottymouth? 

In this Help Me, Maggie episode Maggie Dent explains why children might swear, how to discourage them from using offensive words and what to say if you slip up and swear in front of them. 

The advice provided in this podcast is general in nature and does not take into account your personal situation. If you require further advice specific to your needs, please consult a professional. 
Host: Maggie Dent 
Producer: Josie Sargent 
Consulting Producer: Carmen Myler 
Executive Producer: Kim Lester 
Sound design: Isabella Tropiano 

8 min

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