Being bored can be an uncomfortable feeling for kids (and adults, if we are being honest). In this episode, we talk about research that shows the benefits of boredom and how to help you kids manage their boredom.

And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.

https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/09/being-bored-is-good-for-children-and-adults-this-is-why?utm_content=bufferb8f6b&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

http://pbskids.org/video/?guid=aed05462-b533-4410-898b-89bab380fe69

We are back after a long break with the first episode of our spring season. We interviewed Alan’s brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Jenna, and asked them to give us their tips on how to be a first time parent—the tips that you may not see in every other list out there. The audio quality isn’t perfect but their tips are great. We hope you enjoy it!Theme music by Dave Depper

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We are back after a long break with the first episode of our spring season. We interviewed Alan’s brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Jenna, and asked them to give us their tips on how to be a first time parent—the tips that you may not see in every other list out there. The audio quality isn’t perfect but their tips are great. We hope you enjoy it!

Theme music by Dave Depper

How much screen time is ok for your kids? How do you protect your kids from bad influences when they have their own phone? In this podcast we discuss how much screen time is recommended, how to protect your kids when they have phones, and some ideas for managing screens in your own home.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/06/health/screen-time-rules-change-pediatricians/http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/guidelines-for-technology-with-kids/http://foreverymom.com/mom-gold/horror-stories-real-dont-give-children-smartphone-jonathon-van-maren/https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2003/10/let-our-voices-be-heard?lang=eng

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Is raising a kind child one of the traits you hope your child will posses as an adult? If so, in this episode we discuss 4 techniques shared by Harvard researchers on how to raise a kind and caring child.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.thebump.com/a/how-to-raise-kind-kids?utm_source=thebump.com&utm_medium=email&utm_term=parenting-newsletter&utm_campaign=parenting-newsletterExtraordinary Momshttp://extraordinarymomspodcast.com/episode87/Theme music by Dave Depper

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Do your toddlers through tantrums? Of course they do. Research shows that it's completely normal. But that doesn't make it any easier. Here we share some tips to help with the tantrums in the moment and ways to help prevent them.Here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.deseretnews.com/article/865659010/Parents-its-okay-for-your-toddler-to-have-tantrums.html?pg=allhttp://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/discipline/tantrum/tame-your-kids-tantrums/view-all/

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Are you overwhelmed by your kids toys? In this episode we talk about a mom who got rid of ALL her kids toys and how that worked for them and we discuss what is and isn't working for us.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/mom-threw-kids-toys-life-back/story?id=42396129

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A college recently found that their students were having a hard time coping with the stresses of college - they are having panic attacks and lack the ability to cope. It’s important to teach your children to be resilient so when they fail, they know how to handle it. We found some great tips on how to teach your children to cope with failure and disappointment.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.nbcnews.com/feature/college-game-plan/college-teaches-anxious-students-not-see-failure-catastrophic-n641521http://www.parents.com/kids/development/behavioral/failure-is-an-option/Theme music by Dave Depper

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We've talked a little bit about spending time with our families, but what are some activities to do with your family? In this episode, we give you some fun and inexpensive ideas of simple activities you can do with your family to encourage family together time - or Hygge as they say in Denmark.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-26078/the-parenting-trick-you-should-steal-from-the-happiest-country-in-the-world.htmlhttp://learnaswego.org/2015/12/10-winter-family-fun-night-ideas.html Theme music by Dave Depper

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Family habits and traditions are a great way to create a strong bond as a family. Here are 6 great tips on how to bring your family closer together.Here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://learnaswego.org/2014/03/5-birthday-traditions.htmlhttp://learnaswego.org/2012/03/st-patricks-day-traditions.htmlhttp://learnaswego.org/2014/03/general-conference-traditions-and.htmlhttp://www.quickanddirtytips.com/parenting/school-age/10-healthy-habits-that-strengthen-your-family-part-1http://gretchenrubin.com/happiness_project/2015/12/5-habits-relationships/

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