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Join Ken and Michelle as they learn about the Safe Families for Children Program -through Lutheran Community Services Northwest with Michelle Batton, Program Manager for Safe Families for Children Program. 

About Safe Families (From their website)

When a crisis strikes; struggles such as job loss, eviction, medical emergencies and domestic violence can leave families feeling desperate and alone. Many of us rely on relatives and friends for support. But for some parents, this is not an option. With no one to turn to for help, parents can struggle to provide safe and stable care for their children. This is where Safe Families for Children can help.

We surround Families in Crisis with a circle of compassionate volunteers. Our goal is to create a safe space for children while parents are supported to get back on their feet. From offering diapers to opening their homes to care for children, our volunteers say YES to children and their families in both large and small ways.

 Anyone can help—anyone can join us in saying YES to compassionate care, building relationships, and enabling thriving families.

Michelle Batton also shared an exciting resource Coming in April!!! 

RESOURCES:

https://lcsnw.org/program/safe-families-for-children-treasure-valley-idaho/

Volunteer Application:

https://forms.monday.com/forms/33463be4e09fd788e75d27fb98968f06?r=use1 

Request Help:

https://forms.monday.com/forms/e5c3641ebda88cfdfa06f09f1bbb0b5a?r=use1

Donate Locally!

https://lcsnw.app.neoncrm.com/forms/treasurevalley

Donate Wish List Items from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TI3IV7GA1JDC?ref_=wl_share

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle as they talk with Jeff Matsushita Executive Director of Stretch Zone, and the Engaging Men Program Coordinator at Boise State University's Student Connection and Support Center. As well as a Call to Men National trainer. 

What does it mean to be a man?  To be a father?

Societal norms and generational expectations have put men in a narrow box of "being tough" and "real men don't cry". Jeff breaks down some of these messages from his own journey and the work he is currently doing with boys and men in our community. 

Resources Referenced:

 "Equal Partners" book

-https://www.katemangino.com/  

-National Fatherhood Initiative:

 https://www.fatherhood.org/

American Institute for Boys and Men: Richard Reeves authors a weekly newsletter and book discussing ways to support boys and men.

 https://aibm.org/who-we-are/richard-v-reeves/

A Call to Men: referenced the "man box" that dictates unwritten rules and expectations for boys and men.

 www.acalltomen.org 

"Tough Guise systematically examines the relationship between pop-cultural imagery and the social construction of masculine identities in the U.S. at the dawn of the 21st century."

Tough Guise Extended Trailer
https://youtu.be/jqiX9Al-LZ8

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Ken and Michelle are joined by Amanda Mills Strengthening Families Specialist at the Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children to discuss parenting children who are neurodivergent through the lens of the 5 protective factors. Amanda shares valuable information through her strengthening families Specialist lens but also as a mom. 

RESOURCES

Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children:

https://www.idahoaeyc.org/family-resources 

Idaho Parents Unlimited:

https://ipulidaho.org/ 

Idaho Department of Health and Welfare: 

https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families

Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder:

https://chadd.org/

Autism Speaks:

https://www.autismspeaks.org/

Testing:

https://www.nnhidaho.com/our-services/autism-diagnostic-clinic/

https://www.stlukesonline.org/communities-and-locations/facilities/clinics/st-lukes-childrens-developmental-and-behavioral-pediatrics 

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle as they visit with Janelle Stauffer (AKA "The Attachment Guru" ), Owner and Director of The Resiliency Center of Idaho. In Part one we  learned about the 4 Mechanisms of Attachment, Attachment Styles and How to Build Attachment with your child. Part two,  we explore ATTACHMENT with your TEEN. This is a must listen for anyone with a teen in their life.

RESOURCES:

The Resiliency Center of Idaho
https://www.resiliencyidaho.com

TBRI Animate: Attachment
https://youtu.be/nIhATiiM-Pw

Harlow's Monkey Experiments
https://youtu.be/3tFa8sU8B68

How Does Deep Breathing Help?  
https://youtu.be/Y5XgnC9jDiE?si=4DRWP8W6Q3bzCwU6
 
Belly Breathing: Calming the body and Mind
https://youtu.be/7Ep5mKuRmAA

FIND US ON FACEBOOK!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/theresilientparentingpodcast 

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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What is ATTACHMENT?
(And no, we're not talking about an item you add to your email)
Why is ATTACHMENT so Important?
Join Ken and Michelle as they visit with Janelle Stauffer (AKA "The Attachment Guru" ), Owner and Director of The Resiliency Center of Idaho. During this episode we will learn the 4 Mechanisms of Attachment, Attachment Styles and How to Build Attachment with your child.

RESOURCES:

The Resiliency Center of Idaho
https://www.resiliencyidaho.com 

TBRI Animate: Attachment
https://youtu.be/nIhATiiM-Pw

Harlow's Monkey Experiments
https://youtu.be/3tFa8sU8B68

How Does Deep Breathing Help?  
https://youtu.be/Y5XgnC9jDiE?si=4DRWP8W6Q3bzCwU6 
 
Belly Breathing: Calming the body and Mind
https://youtu.be/7Ep5mKuRmAA

FIND US ON FACEBOOK!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/theresilientparentingpodcast 

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle Bass as they visit with Kim Hemmert from the Idaho Children's Trust Fund. This is the final episode of our Six-Part-Series focusing on birth to age 5. Learn about the Social/Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Language milestones during each developmental period.
Today's episode is all about Age 5!!

RESOURCES

CRYING BABY PLAN
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/prevention-strategies/crying-plan/

AGES and STAGES of DEVELOPMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
https://agesandstages.com/products-pricing/asq3/

PARENTS AS TEACHERS
https://cdh.idaho.gov/health/clinics/family-programs/parents-as-teachers/

IDAHO HEAD START and EARLY HEAD START
https://www.idahohsa.org/head-start-and-early-head-start

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONE QUESTIONNAIRE
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/apply-developmental-milestones

IDAHO INFANT TODDLER PROGRAM
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/about-infant-toddler-program

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle Bass as they visit with Kim Hemmert from the Idaho Children's Trust Fund. This is the 5th episode of our Six-Part-Series focusing on birth to age 5. Learn about the Social/Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Language milestones during each developmental period.
Today's episode is all about FOURNADOS!!

RESOURCES

THREE-SIDED TOOTHBRUSH (example)
https://nanotoothbrushshop.com/products/nano-360-three-sided-toothbrush

CRYING BABY PLAN
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/prevention-strategies/crying-plan/

AGES and STAGES of DEVELOPMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
https://agesandstages.com/products-pricing/asq3/

PARENTS AS TEACHERS
https://cdh.idaho.gov/health/clinics/family-programs/parents-as-teachers/

IDAHO HEAD START and EARLY HEAD START
https://www.idahohsa.org/head-start-and-early-head-start

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONE QUESTIONNAIRE
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/apply-developmental-milestones

IDAHO INFANT TODDLER PROGRAM
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/about-infant-toddler-program

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle Bass as they visit with Kim Hemmert from the Idaho Children's Trust Fund. This is the 4th episode of our Six-Part-Series focusing on birth to age 5. Learn about the Social/Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Language milestones during each developmental period.
Today's episode is all about THREENAGERS!!! (IYKYK)

RESOURCES

CRYING BABY PLAN
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/prevention-strategies/crying-plan/

AGES and STAGES of DEVELOPMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
https://agesandstages.com/products-pricing/asq3/

PARENTS AS TEACHERS
https://cdh.idaho.gov/health/clinics/family-programs/parents-as-teachers/

IDAHO HEAD START and EARLY HEAD START
https://www.idahohsa.org/head-start-and-early-head-start

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONE QUESTIONNAIRE
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/apply-developmental-milestones

IDAHO INFANT TODDLER PROGRAM
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/about-infant-toddler-program

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Join Ken and Michelle Bass as they visit with Kim Hemmert from the Idaho Children's Trust Fund. This is the second episode of a Six-Part-Series focusing on birth to age 5. Learn about the Social/Emotional, Physical, Cognitive and Language milestones during each developmental period. Today's episode is all about THE TERRIFIC TWO'S!!!

RESOURCES

CRYING BABY PLAN
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/prevention-strategies/crying-plan/

AGES and STAGES of DEVELOPMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
https://agesandstages.com/products-pricing/asq3/

PARENTS AS TEACHERS
https://cdh.idaho.gov/health/clinics/family-programs/parents-as-teachers/

IDAHO HEAD START and EARLY HEAD START
https://www.idahohsa.org/head-start-and-early-head-start

DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONE QUESTIONNAIRE
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/apply-developmental-milestones

IDAHO INFANT TODDLER PROGRAM
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/services-programs/children-families/about-infant-toddler-program

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/

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Feeling stressed? Stress happens. Sometimes you can manage and sometimes it can be a struggle. Then add the holidays, which can be a joyful time but may also bring additional stress and overwhelming feelings.
Join Michelle and Ken as they explore "The Window of Tolerance" coined by Dr. Dan Siegel. The Window of Tolerance is a useful tool to help you understand why stress can feel overwhelming at times and how you can build your capacity to manage it. This will then give you the capacity to help your children manage their stress too. 


RESOURCES:
https://www.jacquelinehogan.com/window-of-tolerance/

WINDOW OF TOLERANCE CHART
https://nicabm-stealthseminar.s3.amazonaws.com/Infographics/window-of-tolerance/NICABM-InfoG-window-of-tolerance.jpg 

Sponsored by the Idaho Children's Trust Fund
https://idahochildrenstrustfund.org/