Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.

Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.

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Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed. episodes

  • FCV005: Having "The Talk" with Tweens — Guest: Marlene Mahurin
    Marlene Mahurin, sex educator and former sixth grade teacher, knows how confused kids can get when processing all the sex information they're exposed to. Annie and Marlene talk about how parents can open the dialogue to insure that the sex education your kids get is coming from you.
    About Marlene Mahurin
    Marlene Mahurin, is a credentialed teacher and co-founder (with Torie Henderson) of Time for the Talk, a comprehensive, online sex education course designed for parents and pre-teens to take together. Marlene's goal is to strengthen the parent-child bond so your child knows that he or she can comfortably talk to you about things that matter. Learn more at: http://TimeForTheTalk.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    21 min
  • FCV004 Lifeline Tips for Special Needs Parents, Kelly Hirt
    Kelly Hirt, teacher and blogger, has a son who is "twice exceptional" because of his intellectual gifts and his social challenges. Annie and Kelly talk about parenting quirky kids and the need for parents to be as "difficult" as it takes to hold schools accountable for every student's education.
    About Kelly Hirt
    Kelly Hirt is an elementary school teacher who is passionate about special needs parenting and gifted education. Her popular blog My Twice Baked Potato, provides a window into the special challenges and joys of being the mom of a "twice exceptional" child. Kelly is a trusted and inspirational resource for parents and teachers who care about kids with special needs. Learn more at http://MyTwiceBakedPotato.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    17 min
  • FCV004: Lifeline Tips for Special Needs Parents — Guest: Kelly Hirt
    Kelly Hirt, teacher and blogger, has a son who is "twice exceptional" because of his intellectual gifts and his social challenges. Annie and Kelly talk about parenting quirky kids and the need for parents to be as "difficult" as it takes to hold schools accountable for every student's education.
    About Kelly Hirt
    Kelly Hirt is an elementary school teacher who is passionate about special needs parenting and gifted education. Her popular blog My Twice Baked Potato, provides a window into the special challenges and joys of being the mom of a "twice exceptional" child. Kelly is a trusted and inspirational resource for parents and teachers who care about kids with special needs. Learn more at http://MyTwiceBakedPotato.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    17 min
  • FCV003 The Bloom Method, Helping Your Children Blossom, Dr. Lynne Kenney
    When a child's behavior pushes Mom's or Dad's buttons, our typical response is anger, then punishment. But punishing kids rarely teaches them anything positive. Annie talks with Dr. Lynne Kenney about ways to turn "bad behavior" into a positive learning experiences for parents and kids.
    About Lynne Kenney
    Dr. Lynne Kenney, aka The Family Coach, is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ, and the author of The Family Coach Method (http://www.lynnekenney.com/tfcm/) Her new book (co-authored with Wendy Young) is Bloom: Helping children blossom (http://www.lynnekenney.com/bloom/). Bloom, with its focus on teaching rather than punishing, is revolutionizing classrooms and homes worldwide. Learn more at http://LynneKenney.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    19 min
  • FCV003: The Bloom Method, Helping Your Children Blossom — Guest: Dr. Lynne Kenney
    When a child's behavior pushes Mom's or Dad's buttons, our typical response is anger, then punishment. But punishing kids rarely teaches them anything positive. Annie talks with Dr. Lynne Kenney about ways to turn "bad behavior" into a positive learning experiences for parents and kids.
    About Lynne Kenney
    Dr. Lynne Kenney, aka The Family Coach, is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ, and the author of The Family Coach Method (http://www.lynnekenney.com/tfcm/) Her new book (co-authored with Wendy Young) is Bloom: Helping children blossom (http://www.lynnekenney.com/bloom/). Bloom, with its focus on teaching rather than punishing, is revolutionizing classrooms and homes worldwide. Learn more at http://LynneKenney.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    19 min
  • FC024: The Push Kids Need to Succeed, Sarah Newton (February 7, 2014)
    Sarah Newton gives parents tips for helping their kids "quit panicking about schoolwork and just do it." She's also got advice for parents to calm down and step back so the kids can step up and get the job done.
    About Sarah Newton
    Sarah Newton, creator of teenology, has shared her wisdom with millions who've tuned into her TV and radio shows. A highly respected and effective parent and youth coach, Sarah's been hailed as "The Supernanny for Teens" by TV Times. Her books include: Help! My Teenager is an Alien named by The Independent as one of the 10 Best Guides to Teens. Learn more at SarahNewton.com.
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    23 min
  • FCV002 Kids and Violent Video Games—What's a parent to do?, Rosalind Wiseman (January 31, 2014)
    Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009.
    Video version: http://youtu.be/sQczIPVoTao
    About Rosalind Wiseman
    Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    20 min
  • FCV002: Kids and Violent Video Games—What's a parent to do? — Guest: Rosalind Wiseman (January 31, 2014)
    Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009.
    About Rosalind Wiseman
    Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    20 min
  • FCV001 Tweens & Social Media, Yikes vs. Yes!, Carrie Goldman (January 24, 2014)
    In this, our first video podcast, Annie talks with Carrie Goldman, author of the best-seller Bullied: What every parent, teacher and kids needs to know about ending the cycle of fear. Carrie understands tweens' all-consuming love of social media. She also knows that parents need support for setting guidelines to balance social media use with "sacred" unplugged family time.
    Video version: http://youtu.be/z4wparndFVE
    About Carrie Goldman
    In addition to her insightful book, Bullied, Carrie also writes the internationally followed parenting blog, Portrait of an Adoption for Chicago Now, the site hosted by the Chicago Tribune. Learn more at http://www.CarrieGoldmanAuthor.com
    Subscribe to Family Confidential on iTunes: http://bit.ly/famconf
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    17 min
  • FCV001: Tweens & Social Media, Yikes vs. Yes! — Guest: Carrie Goldman (January 24, 2014)
    In this, our first video podcast, Annie talks with Carrie Goldman, author of the best-seller Bullied: What every parent, teacher and kids needs to know about ending the cycle of fear. Carrie understands tweens' all-consuming love of social media. She also knows that parents need support for setting guidelines to balance social media use with "sacred" unplugged family time.
    About Carrie Goldman
    In addition to her insightful book, Bullied, Carrie also writes the internationally followed parenting blog, Portrait of an Adoption for Chicago Now, the site hosted by the Chicago Tribune. Learn more at http://www.CarrieGoldmanAuthor.com
    Subscribe to Family Confidential on iTunes: http://bit.ly/famconf
    Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.
    17 min

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Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting is a biweekly podcast that focuses on 21st century parenting challenges and solutions. Hosted by Annie Fox and produced by Electric Eggplant,…