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Our first-time working moms are back to share experiences of postpartum, how they take care of their mental health and maintain their identify. They also discussed how their social life changed after having a child. 

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Julie Mendenhall is back and joined by Colleen Roahrig to discuss “Helping our children understand these words: Stuck, Shift and Think.  These words can easily be taught to children to help them to understand what is going on with their brain. Julie has helped children understand that they are in charge of their brain and that it is very important that they take care of their brain. You can use these terms with all ages and even with very young children.  

If you are interested in more information on this topic, Julie Mendenhall has written a book titled “Sunny Shifts his Brain” a guided read to share with children and help them understand how important their brain is.  

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They're baack !!!!   Faith, Elsa and Morgan, first time moms from ELV, discuss feeding their babies and their experience of breast feeding. They share many insights for first time moms and the importance of doing what is right for yourself and your baby. 

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Join Julie Mendenhall and Colleen Roahrig as they delve into the concept of the "Four Goals of Misbehavior," based on the work of Rudolph Dreikurs. Discover how children's misbehavior often stems from feelings of discouragement or a desire to belong. When they can't find positive ways to fit in, they may resort to negative behaviors.

In this insightful episode, you'll learn:

• The four goals: attention, power, revenge, and display of inadequacy.
• Practical strategies to address these behaviors positively.
• Expert advice on fostering a sense of belonging and encouragement in children.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply interested in child psychology, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips to help you understand and support children better. Tune in to transform misbehavior into opportunities for growth and connection.

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As we come to the close of the year, we are taking this time to highlight our favorite episodes from this year!    This one was our most listened to episode.  Tune in for a great conversation 

Join us for a heartfelt episode as we dive into the lives of five incredible women at Early Learning Ventures who are not only dedicated employees but also first-time moms. Malana Miner, Elsa Sackett Warren, Faith McCaul, Morgan Klaus, and Yoalba Barrett share their personal journeys, revealing the unique challenges and rewarding successes they encounter while balancing their professional and personal lives.

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As we close out 2024, we are highlighting our most popular episodes.  This one comes in at number 2

Jennifer García Rosendo talks to Arapahoe County Public Health about their Healthy Beverages Program.   Joining us today is Hannah Oshner an Arapahoe County Public Health Registered Dietician, Lactation Counselor, and WIC Supervisor and Leslie Levine, Arapahoe County Public Health’s Senior Community Health Promotion Specialist.   In today’s episode we talk about sugary drinks, the impact on health and alternatives.   

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As we close out 2024, we are highlighting our most popular episodes.  This one comes in at number 3

In this conversation, Lisa Rodriguez defines Autism and shares the signs and symptoms of Autism.  She discusses what parents can do at home to support their child and the diagnose process.  

Resources:  

Case management services   

local parent facebook page 

Autism Society – each state has their own chapter 

Kyo Events 

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his week, we are thrilled to have Cynthia Kiyotake, Associate Director of Library Operations, and Andy Gallegos, Supervisor of Early Childhood Literacy Services from Arapahoe Libraries, join us to share how today’s libraries have so much more than books!   

Tune in to discover:  

• Surprising things you might find in libraries today 
• The wide range of services libraries offer for families with young children 
• Valuable resources available for early childhood educators 

Don’t miss this conversation packed with insights on  the vital role libraries play in our communities. Listen now! 🎧

Tumblebooks - Read Watch Learn! 
Every Child a Reader – Dedicated to inspiring a love of reading in children and teens across America  

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Join Collen and Heather Nara from Mesa County’s Child Care Licensing as we tackle important topics to keep your family healthy. This week, we discuss: 

• Preventing the spread of illness 
• Getting rid of germs at home to protect your family 
• When to keep ill children home from child care or school 

Tune in for practical tips and expert advice to help you navigate these common challenges. Listen now! 🎧 

How Sick is Too Sick 

Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfectant Guide 

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Join us for valuable insights that can help you foster more positive and supportive relationships with the children in your life. 

In this episode, Kim Self from Mesa County’s  STRiVE shares 3 practical positive behavior strategies to support better interactions between caregivers. These strategies are effective for both younger and older children, helping to reduce the reliance on phrases like “No, Stop, Don’t.” 

Tune in to learn: 

• How to encourage positive behavior in children of all ages 
• Techniques to improve communication and minimize negative language 
• Real-life examples and tips from parents and providers 🎧✨ 

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