by admin | Mar 21, 2010 | Radio Shows
Understanding a child’s behavioral style is a key ingredient to effective and respectful discipline. We’ll discuss strategies such as preparing a sensitive child for a new experience or helping an intense child calm down. Tune in to Nurse Rona and two other temperament experts:
• Stephanie Agnew, a parent education coordinator at Parent’s Place in San Mateo County.
• Mary Kurcinka, author of Raising Your Spirited Child, and Kids, Parents, and Power Struggles.
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by admin | Mar 14, 2010 | Radio Shows
Divorce is difficult and life changing for the entire family. Sometimes partners need to separate because of conflicts too challenging to overcome. Luckily working together and effective communication can reduce the trauma of divorce or separation. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss how to co-parent for the sake of children:
• Stephania Francone, of the Collaborative Practice of Santa Cruz County.
• Andrew Lamden, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in children, families, and couples, practicing in Marin County.
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by admin | Mar 7, 2010 | Radio Shows
According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, childhood obesity has more than tripled in the past 30 years. Obese and overweight children are at greater risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke and several types of cancer. Fortunately, healthy lifestyle choices can lower your family’s risk for developing related diseases. Join Nurse Rona and guests as they offer ideas and resources to increase your family’s health and well being.
• Dr. Peggy Desler, a pediatrician at Kaiser Permanente, Richmond Medical Center.
• Michelle Stern, founder of What’s Cooking.
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by admin | Feb 28, 2010 | Radio Shows
This show is the fifth in a six-part series called Your Teen Matters: A Series on Navigating the Middle and High School Years.
“Homework sucks!” Does your teen complain bitterly about his homework load? Does he have trouble getting started, getting it completed, and turning it in on time? A poor homework track record can have a serious impact on an otherwise bright teen’s school success. Co-hosts Nurse Rona and Beth Samuelson, MA, of Student Organizational Services, and a guest, discuss helping students manage their homework load effectively.
• Damion McNeil, a sixth grade teacher at Willard Middle School in Berkeley, CA.
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by admin | Feb 26, 2010 | Appearances
February 26, 2012 – Kids and technology — when is it too much?
