As parents, it’s important to understand how devices can interact with the developing brain. There are real consequences to being constantly distracted by technology. Parents must be intentional about the quality of their interactions in order to ward off the problems that come with the underdevelopment of their child's social and emotional skill set starting from birth. That's why I asked several experts in the field this question to help you avoid the disconnection pitfalls: 

"What is one thing that every parent should do to stay emotionally connected to their child in the digital age?"

In this episode, you will get practical ways to recalibrate and reconnect so that your child is getting the best of you!

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Between You and Me: Parent and Child Communication Journal

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If you are tired of hearing about what's wrong with your child who has a diagnosis of ADHD, then this is the perfect episode for you. It's time to talk about what's good about ADHD.  In this episode, we will be reframing how we think about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). 

• Focus on what is good
• Hear a story about triumph
• Take the challenge

It's a simple as that!

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If you are concerned about whether or not your child is meeting appropriate speech and communication milestones, tune in as I interview Jane Simmons, CCC-SLP, a veteran speech and language pathologist. Find out what you should do if you suspect a problem. Also, uncover just what those next steps should be along with strategies you can use to build your child's language and communication skills even early on. Listen now to learn more about what you can do to help your child's communication develop whether or not they have a developmental disability. Remember, what you do early on matters most! 

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This episode is a compilation of advice from several education experts who answer the posed question, "What is one piece of advice you have for parents in supporting their child’s K-12 education?"

Topics centered around emotional connection and regulation, communication, and physical activity are just a few pieces of advice shared, and some topics are sensitive in nature but definitely need to be said. This advice is going beyond the read nightly to your children kind of advice. It's more of a "speaking from the heart" type of advice that they want you to know. It is advice that they want ALL parents to know because these experts truly care about you and your child.

Now, although they are experts in their respective roles in education, these experts all have one thing in common...they are parents just like you and me.

Listen now to get good, sound reminders that you can share with other parents! Remember, we are in this together!

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Children have been negatively impacted socially by school closures and restrictions imposed as a result of the global pandemic. Not only was academic achievement directly affected, but also social development, as well. With so much discussion centered around the impact of COVID-19 on social development for young children, more conversations need to be had surrounding the impact that this has had on teens!

This episode focuses on identifying the social lag in teens during this time, what parents can do to help them catch up, and why it is important to do so as it relates to skills they will need as they matriculate into adulthood without being stuck in collective trauma mode.

Special guest, Simone Ross, has dedicated her life's work to ensuring that parents and youth know exactly how they need to prepare for a world beyond high school - academically, socially, and emotionally.

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Ebook for youth to help with mindset change
Strengthen the Mind: A Quick Guide for Youth on Transformative Change!

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In this episode, you will hear from 4 and 5 year olds who enlighten us by answering the question: What makes a good parent?

Listen as you learn more about the parenting traits that mean the most to our children, such as: 
- building connection and empathy,
- investing time in your child's future,
- unconditional love,
- quality time through shared interests, and
- intentional parenting.

There is so much to learn from our youngest minds, and it’s very important to keep listening to the voices of children because they have so much to contribute to making us better parents. Also, by amplifying their voice, listening to them, and affirming their ideas, parents get to send the message that their voice matters and they will be able to take that lesson into adulthood to make a greater impact in the world.

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Letting go of your child when she is leaving home is hard but necessary. That's why in this episode, I interview Susan Schroeder, social emotional learning advocate and resource and content creator, to talk about the importance of recognizing and processing the emotions that come with emotionally preparing for your child's transition into college.

Learn the importance of developing your child's social-emotional skills as well as how to manage your own emotions as you prepare them for their next chapter in life.

We answer the questions: "Are you emotionally prepared for your child's transition to college?" and "Where does this take your parenthood journey next?"

Listen to find out what you can expect.

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Read and learn more about her "letting go" story here! 

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In this episode, learn more about why parents should expect schools to use inclusive practices as a permanent part of school culture. Be ready to understand the difference between inclusion and inclusive practices and the benefits of inclusive practices on the success of all students, regardless of age, ability level, race/ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.

Learn a very simple tip that will help your child feel more included at school and why this is good for their mental health.

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Welcome to your go-to resource for parent support! Learn more about what benefits this podcast has to offer!

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In this solo show, learn more about why school districts across the country are making social-emotional learning curriculum a high priority, and find out what you can do to partner in emotionally supporting your child!

Prepare to use this one simple, yet powerful, tip to ensure that your child feels emotionally support by you.

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