Christine and I discuss the reasons that we parents are often tempted to let our kids do more after-school activities than we ever dreamed possible when we were children ourselves. What activities will help our kids succeed? Which ones can be skipped? Aired: September 2011
Tantrums, talking back, not listening, and unpleasant behavior can occur at every stage of a child’s development. Join Nurse Rona and guests to explore different discipline strategies to help create a calm and respectful home.
• Todd Sarner, MA, is a parent consultant and educator, and co-director of Transformative Parenting.
• Marguerite Wright, PhD is the senior clinical and research psychologist for The Center for the Vulnerable Child at Children’s Hospital and Research Center Oakland.
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Although we live in a social world that is increasingly sparse—families tend to feel more isolated than they have in previous generations—real-life social connections are still probably the most important factor for our happiness, and the happiness of our children. Aired: September 2011
Starting a new academic year with the renewed pressures of homework and a busy life outside of school can be stressful and overwhelming for many teens. It’s important that they learn to balance their workload and social life and still find time for themselves! In this episode, Nurse Rona and guest host Beth Samuelson, MA, of Student Organizational Services, discuss how families can offer support and encourage healthy habits for handling stress. What would help your teen manage the strains of life back in school?
• W. Keith Sutton, PsyD, is a clinical psychologist with a private practice in San Rafael and San Francisco.
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When it’s possible, breastfeeding is a great way to keep your baby healthy — and it’s much cheaper than formula! Making your own baby food is another way to provide great low-cost nutrition. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they answer questions from parents and give tips for feeding babies:
• Georgia Montgomery, a perinatal health educator and the founder and program director for the Parent Center.
• Rosario Sandoval-Galvan, a public health nutrition associate for the Santa Clara County Public Health Department Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC).
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