by admin | Sep 14, 2008 | Radio Shows
Parents often wonder if their child’s behavior is something to worry about or if it’s just a phase. Has your high-energy daughter been told that she may have hyperactivity? Or do you worry that your two-year-old who has started biting will be kicked out of childcare and labeled “bad?” Join Nurse Rona and guests as they discuss the wide range of normal development and suggest when to get more help. Guests: Helen F. Neville, BS, RN, author of Is This A Phase?. Dr. Peter Levine, pediatrician and ADHD expert.
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by admin | Sep 7, 2008 | Radio Shows
It is undeniable that dads play a critical role in their kids’ lives. The connection between a dad and his child is one that affects a child’s wellbeing and development. Despite the multitude of ways to be a father, many fathers feel that they have few examples of how to actually be involved. Join guest host Dr. Will Courtenay, of PostPartumMen.com and guests as they discuss how fathers strive to be an important part of their children’s lives. Guests: Niinana Kweku, Manager of Male Services at Brighter Beginnings. Eric Reynolds, a facilitator of father support groups for Bananas.
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by admin | Aug 31, 2008 | Radio Shows
From earthquakes to local fires to national floods, it’s clear that we all need to think about how to keep our friends and families safe in the event of a disaster. Does your family have a plan for what to do? Do you know what supplies to have on hand? And have you talked to your childcare provider or child’s school about their emergency plan? Join Rona and guests as they discuss how to be prepared for a disaster, some simple things you can do to communicate your plan, and how to talk to young children without causing fear. Guests: Ana-Marie Jones, Executive Director of Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters (CARD). Jay Wilkes, Director of Crisis Preparedness at United Way of the Bay Area. Dena Gunning, an Emergency Services Specialist with Child Care Coordinating Council (4Cs) of San Mateo County.
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by admin | Aug 24, 2008 | Radio Shows
Between television, computer games, social networks, and their friends, it can seem like some preteens have little time for anything else. How do the media and their computer-time choices affect their self- esteem, decision making, and social relationships? Join Rona and guests as they offer ideas on how to check in on your preteen’s social development and set limits with media and technology. Guests: Rebecca Randall, Director of Outreach at Common Sense Media, and Erika Padilla-Morales, a Digital Teachers’ Coach and In-School Program Director for Streetside Stories.
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by admin | Aug 17, 2008 | Radio Shows
A pre-school experience offers children the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills, creativity, self-regulation, and social skills before starting elementary school. This will prepare them for the kinds of learning and rules they will experience when they go to Kindergarten. Finding a good and affordable pre-school can be a challenge for parents. Join Rona and guests as they explore the importance of quality pre-school and offer ideas for choosing one. Guests: Gloria Corral, MPP, Deputy Director of First 5 San Francisco’s Preschool for All Program, and Jennifer Kagiwada, of Working for Quality Child Care.
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