The Parents Place

Hilary and Jen discuss what changes they have noticed in parenting trends and education. Hilary and Jen have both been in the parent education field for over 10 years and have a lot of ideas! From parenting styles, changes in kids sports, and differences in classrooms and home, they have some great insight.

Subject Resources:

- https://www.verywellfamily.com/types-of-parenting-styles-1095045

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This is our second Story of Resilience! Come and join Hilary, Jen, and our coworker Leslie talk about some of the trials Leslie has been through, what got her through, and what pushes her through hard times now. Leslie has such great advice and insight into trauma and how we can strengthen our children to be strong against difficult things when they happen.

Subject Resources:

- https://www.abuseresourcenetwork.org/

- https://ncadv.org/resources

- https://www.cbeinternational.org/resource/article/mutuality-blog-magazine/5-reasons-why-its-okay-tell-your-story-abuse-even-when

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-Record questions here: https://anchor.fm/theparentsplace

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Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

This is the first episode of one of our new segments, Ask Away! Parents and children can write in questions that they need help with or are scared to ask their parents. Today Hilary and Jen get puberty and sex talks tossed at them right from the start! Come get some tips for talking to kids about puberty, when to start teaching about puberty, foregoing the "scare tactic" styles, and trying to make puberty and sex be a less terrifying chat between us and our children.

Subject Resources:

- https://www.amazon.com/Days-Sex-Talks-Ages-3-7/dp/0986370800

- https://www.amazon.com/Days-Sex-Talks-Ages-8-11/dp/0986370819/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

- https://www.amazon.com/Days-Sex-Talks-Ages-Empowering/dp/1733604642/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

- https://www.amazon.com/Who-Has-What-About-Bodies/dp/0763629316

- https://www.stopitnow.org/ohc-content/ten-things-to-remember-when-you-talk-to-kids-about-sexuality\

- https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/talk-about-puberty.html

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Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

When should I start potty-training my child? How do I know they are ready? Is bedwetting normal? Our co-worker Cassie is here to calm all of our fears and answer our questions. From signs of potty-training readiness, developmental stages, positive ways to encourage our children, and more! After listening to this episode we hope you will leave feeling encouraged and with a potty-training plan.

Subject Resources:

Cassie works as a Parents-as-Teachers educator. Home visiting program that provides you with a one-on-one parenting help. Potty-training, feeding issues, sleep guidance. They know it all. Find a local Parent-as-Teachers program near you :

https://parentsasteachers.org/program-locator-1

The Family Place Utah Potty-Training Virtual Event, July 13th, 2022:

https://thefamilyplaceutah.org/event/potty-training-class-3/

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-Email us questions or topic ideas: [email protected]

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Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

Summer time transition can be difficult. Children getting used to the new schedule, parent's getting used to feeding so many children so often. Activities and costs can really add up when it comes to cost as well. Come get some ideas for cheap summer family activities, easy, oven-less meals, and get a sneak peek into Jen and Hilary's interesting childhood summers.

*The Family Place does not recommend swimming in garbage cans*

Subject Resources:

Summer Activity Ideas:

- https://www.verywellfamily.com/summer-fun-ideas-kids-and-parents-3542627

- https://www.creativehealthyfamily.com/family-friendly-activities-for-summer/

Oven-less Meal Ideas:

- https://www.thriftyfrugalmom.com/no-oven-dinner-ideas-recipes-for-summer/

- https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/21-summer-recipes-that-dont-require-you-to-heat-up-your-kitchen

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-Email us questions or topic ideas: [email protected]

-Record questions here: https://anchor.fm/theparentsplace

-Parent's Place FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/196037267839869/

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Music by Joystock - https://www.joystock.org

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Jen and Hilary talk with our guest Kayla about her resiliency through an unhealthy marriage and the recovery from that relationship.

If you know someone, or think you might be in an unhealthy relationship, we have resources listed below.

Resources:

1. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mindful-dating/202203/14-signs-unhealthy-relationship

2. https://jedfoundation.org/resource/how-to-safely-end-unhealthy-relationships/

3. https://www.verywellmind.com/making-a-safety-plan-to-escape-abusive-relationship-5069959

4. https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety/get-help/state-resources

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Jen talks with our trauma specialist and therapist, Madison. Madison walks us through how trauma impacts the brain, how triggers work, and how to talk to and help children who are struggling with trauma. Learn how to help your children navigate personal trauma and even world trauma that they hear about.

Resources:

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Jen and Hilary discuss findings from a published article about parental burnout, specifically for working parents. Have you ever felt guilty, exhausted, or wanted some extra support? This is the podcast for you!

Resources: 

Search : OSU Extention: Pandemic Parenting: Examining the Epidemic of Working Parental Burnout and Strategies to Help

Free PDF guide.

https://nursing.osu.edu/event/working-parent-burnout-tips-and-tricks

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What can laughter do for us? During stress, sadness, grief? Come find out about our brains and laughter and how we can use it as a tool!

Resources: 

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/200304/the-benefits-laughter

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-relief/art-20044456

This is our first episode of our series called "Stories of Resiliency".

We will have people join us and share their journey and how they came out on top despite their struggles.

Come and listen to a fellow parent who went through (and is still going through) the journey of trying her best to help her child with ADHD. The ups, the downs, and what resources were the most helpful for her as a parent of a child with ADHD.

Additional resources for parenting ADHD children:

1. https://chadd.org/for-parents/overview/

2. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/adhd/Pages/Understanding-ADHD.aspx

3. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/helping-kids-through-adhd/202003/adhd-and-emotional-trauma

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