Child Development & Social Skills

Podcast Episode 185: Why Screen-Free Parenting is a Cool Idea (But it Won’t Work) with Dr. Katie Davis
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Podcast Episode 185: Why Screen-Free Parenting is a Cool Idea (But it Won’t Work) with Dr. Katie Davis

The research tells us that parenting without screens is what we should do. And while screen-free parenting is a cool idea- let’s be honest. It doesn’t work. We’ll share how you can parent both with and without screens the right way!

Podcast Episode 182: How to be a Tech-Healthy Family with Andrea Davis
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Podcast Episode 182: How to be a Tech-Healthy Family with Andrea Davis

Many of us worry about too much screen time, how to set screen time limits, and tech use in our family. But how do we find a way to limit it and become tech-healthy? We’ll show you how screen time can be used for good as well as being aware of the dangers and educating kids about it.

Podcast Episode 177: Why We Need to Stop Shaming Moms About Their Kids and Phones
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Podcast Episode 177: Why We Need to Stop Shaming Moms About Their Kids and Phones

The decision to give a child a mobile phone can be difficult for parents, but oftentimes the fear of shaming from other parents about this choice causes unnecessary anxiety and stress. Learn why parents should support one another in providing their children with the education, experiences, and problem-solving skills to proactively equip them with the tools and know-how to safely use technology.

How To Help Your Child Deal With Mean Friends
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How To Help Your Child Deal With Mean Friends

Mean kids. They’re everywhere.

Let’s face it. These kids who tease aren’t horrible human beings (although our mama bear senses want to say they are), they just lack social skills.

So if we want our kids to avoid these mean kids and seek out positive relationships, we as parents, need to teach them social skills.

Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed
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Podcast Episode 053: How to Calm Down When You’re Stressed

We all get into arguments with our kids that make us feel stressed and anxious. But how do we get out of that and move on to a solution with our kids? We give easy calm down strategies for your and your kids. You both will be able to cool down in no time flat!
These tips are perfect for parents and kids!

Podcast Episode 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?
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Podcast Episode 028: Why Don’t Our Kids Listen Anymore?

Every day feels like a fight. Whether you ask your kids to pick up their shoes off the floor, to go get dressed for school, or simply to come join the family for dinner. It often feels like our kids simply don’t listen to us! But if we did just 3 simple things, we would see much different results.

Podcast Episode 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home
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Podcast Episode 61: How Logical Consequences are More Effective Than Punishments at Home

Too often, we fall into the trap of punishing our kids in the heat of the moment after something’s happened. But that hardly ever works. Here, we’ll discuss the difference between logical consequences and punishments, as well as how to make effective logical consequences that will have a positive impact on your discipline at home.

Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives
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Podcast Episode 116: Six Coping Skills That Will Change Your Kids Lives

Do you wonder how to teach good coping skills to your kids? We talk with Janine Halloran, LMHC, about everything parents should and shouldn’t do when learning and teaching good coping skills to kids.