Let’s set the stage: You are a parent of young children. You have had 

A. DAY. with said young children. One is still not sleeping through the night, and one has a major case of the whines. You have read the books (well, parts of them, at least–who has time to read?!). You have Googled, followed, and swiped all things parenting.That village you hear about--where do you go about finding one of those? Well, today is your lucky day because you have found it! Not only that, but what if I told you it was no cost, tailored to your own family and situation, and is all delivered to your doorstep?

Missouri families: listen in because we can hook.you.up--for FREE!

Find Your PAT  Program

Find Out More About the Kirkwood MO PAT Program

Welcome to Parents as Teachers

Parents as Teachers (Nationwide)

Are you working so hard to teach your child skills to be independent, and you just KNOW they can do it but are getting a big dose of the I can'ts? Or do you find yourself doing a whole lot for your child and don't know how to begin working towards independence? This one's for you! Listen in to find out why fostering independence is helpful for everyone involved, and strategies to get started, as well as working through the "I can't do it" phases.

Children’s Chores Improve Brain Function

Researcher Studies Importance of Chores

Handouts

Hunt, Gather, Parent Book

Have a little one that is headed to Kindergarten this fall? You might be wondering if they are "ready". We took some time to break down some important skills to work on and hopefully do a lot of reassuring that no matter what, your kiddo will do great!

Episode 5-We're Headed to Kindergarten!

Ready or Not Kindergarten, Here We Come!

The Kissing Hand

Going to Kindergarten Book List

Bathroom Independence

St. Louis County Library-Literacy Calendar

Getting Ready for Kindergarten-checklist

Developmental Stages of Reading

Fine Motor Activities for Pencil Grip

Rhyming Activities: What You Need to Know

Whether you are a new "sib parent" or a veteran, tune in to find some great strategies to build and maintain your sanity with those siblings! (and maybe find a few ways to deal with your own sibs!). Enjoy!

EPISODE 4-Searching for Sibling Synergy

Generation Mindful

5 Love Languages Mystery Game

Child Mind Institute-Preparing for a New Sibling

11 Ways to Promote Sibling Bonding

Big Little Feelings-Don’t Blame the Baby

Children’s Book List-Siblings

Resources-Moms Welcoming Second Babies

Thought mealtimes with kids would be different than they are? Does the dinner bell trigger panic in your heart? Listen up for some great information and strategies to help turn your family table from chaos to calm. 

RESOURCES FOR MEALTIME MADNESS

Best Seated Positions for Kids

Conversation Starters for Kids at the Table

Using a Sand Timer with Kids

Portion Sizes for Toddlers

14 Tips to Tackle Mealtime Struggles

Getting Toddlers to Sit at the Table

Bonus episode! Just as important--if not more so--than being consistent with boundaries is knowing how to repair the relationship when things do not go as planned. Continue listening to the discussion from episode 1 and hear a few ways you might re-think and adjust those "bumpers" when you need to.

RESOURCES FOR EPISODE 1

Big Little Feelings

Good Inside

The Mom Psychologist

Good Enough Parenting

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