Single parents are often cautious about who they date and when they introduce their children to a new romantic partner. Children have many reactions and feelings when it comes to sharing their mom or dad’s attention with someone new. On Valentine’s Day, Nurse Rona and guests will talk about this complex subject.
• Dr. Joshua Coleman, PhD, a relationship expert.
• Rachel Sarah, author of Single Mom Seeking.
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If you don’t know what Fragile X syndrome is, you are not alone. Fragile X is a family of genetic conditions that impact people and families in various ways. Some people have major challenges while the impact on others is minor. Join Nurse Rona and guests to learn about this genetic condition.
• Daniel Dolgin, a young man who has Fragile X syndrome, and his mother, Elisa Brooks.
• Dr. Randi Hagerman, medical director at the UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute and a professor of Pediatrics.
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Postpartum depression can have a huge impact on a new mother’s life, and on everyone else in the family. Fathers or partners also struggle with its effects, but at the same time they can have a positive influence as a supportive partner. Join guest host Dr. Will Courtenay, The Men’s Doc, and guests as they discuss the signs of depression fathers can look for, and what they can do to help.
• David Klinker, of postpartumdads.org.
• Lee Safran, MFT, a marriage and family therapist who works with individuals and couples specializing in perinatal mental health.
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It is deeply important for parents, schools, communities, and our government to create healthy environments for our children. This week we’ll talk about the different elements of a healthy life style — access to good food, health care, safe places for children to play, and more. Join Rona and guests as they provide information on and support for raising healthy children.
• Kitty Lenhart, RD, Med, a child health and nutrition specialist with the Contra Costa Child Care Council.
• Bill Van Ark, a program director at Sports4Kids.
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Most parents want their children to be aware of and sensitive to the many cultures and people of our planet. But sometimes it’s difficult to know how to communicate this to our little ones or where to find materials and resources. Join Rona and a guest as they discuss the value of introducing various cultures to children of all ages, at school and at home.
• Leslie Hites, founder and director of The Renaissance School.
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Children thrive when they are free to grow up in safe and enduring family environments. For many children, adoption makes this possible. But adopted children face particular challenges including feelings of abandonment, wondering about their biological family, and grappling with their identity. Join Rona and guests as they discuss the needs of adoptive children.
• Micky Duxbry, MFT, a therapist who specializes in adoption issues, and the author of Making Room in Our Hearts: Keeping Family Ties Through Open Adoption.
• Susan Ito, camp coordinator at PACT, an adoption alliance as well as editor of the anthology A Ghost at Heart’s Edge: Stories and Poems of Adoption.
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