“Is That Me Yelling? A parents guide to getting your kids to cooperate without losing your cool” was published in 2013 and is available in 5 different languages. It’s a best seller in China, but here in the US you can only get it now on Kindle until the next edition.
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Is That Me Yelling? is:
“Engaging and practical, humorous and evidence-based, prescriptive but not preachy, authoritative yet never stuffy, Is That Me Yelling? quickly rises to the top of the many parenting books I’ve ever read. Rona Renner provides thoughtful and achievable solutions. If you’re a parent who has ever yelled at your kid and wished you hadn’t, this book is for you.”
—Stephen P. Hinshaw, PhD, professor in the department of psychology at the University of California, Berkeley; and vice-chair of psychology at the University of California, S.F.
“Is That Me Yelling? is a complete and compassionate companion for every parent and educator. With excellent examples from her extensive professional and personal experience, nurse Rona illustrates fundamental psychological principles and functional parenting practices with empathy and enthusiasm.”
—Marisol Muñoz-Kiehne, PhD, clinical psychologist, parent educator, radio host, and author.
How Does Your Teen Learn?
This show is the first of a six-part series called Your Teen Matters: A Series for Parents on Navigating the Middle and High School Years.
Do you wonder why your teen struggles with some assignments, yet flies through others with great ease? Join co-hosts Beth Samuelson, MA, Director of Student Organizational Services and Nurse Rona Renner, RN, and a guest for a discussion on multiple intelligences and learning styles. We’ll talk about how to translate your child’s interests and hobbies into better study skills, and to use them to improve school success.
• Melissa Jones, a teacher at Stanley Middle School in Lafayette, California.
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Nurse Rona’s Book Club: The Philosophical Baby by Alison Gopnik
If you spend a lot of time with a baby you probably know that children are born philosophers. In her new book, The Philosophical Baby, Dr. Alison Gopnik examines how childrens’ imaginations, their consciousness, and their ideas about love and morality. Join Nurse Rona and guests to find out what your baby can teach you about human nature and the value of play, and learn much more.
• Dr. Alison Gopnik, PhD, leading child psychologist and philosopher, and author of The Philosophical Baby.
• Dr. Mary Claire Heffron, PhD, clinical director of the Early Childhood Mental Health Program at Children’s Hospital and Research Center Oakland.
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Grandparents to the Rescue
In honor of National Grandparents day, we’ll focus on the unsung heroes… grandparents who are helping raise their grandchildren. At an age when many people retire and rest after their children grow up and leave home, a growing number of grandparents are stepping up to care for children who are in need. Join Nurse Rona and guests to understand more about the circumstances and experiences of grandparents raising their grandkids.
• Ray Carraway, a therapist in the Department of Psychiatry at Kaiser Oakland, who was raised by his grandmother.
• Dr. Lenora Poe, author of Black Grandparents as Parents.
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Preventing Accidents at Home
You may have done a good job of “child-proofing” your home when your baby started to crawl, but have you re-assessed how safe it is for your toddler? According to a recent survey by The Home Safety Council, less than half of the families have cut window blind cords into two pieces and placed them out of reach of children to prevent choking. Join Nurse Rona and guests for more safety tips that can save a child’s life.
• Mark Altman, and Anne Piotrowski-Altman, co-founders of The Childproofer.
• Sandra Gordon, co-author of Consumer Reports Best Baby Products.
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Helping Children Sleep Soundly
Regular, sound sleep from infancy onward allows for the healthy development and overall wellbeing of children. When babies and young children have trouble sleeping, the whole family is affected. Many tired parents are confused about how to help their child self-soothe and sleep soundly. Join Rona and guests as they offer helpful strategies for getting little ones to sleep.
• Angelique Millette, PhDc, MFTt, a a parent coach, and sleep consultant.
• Karen Pollak, perinatal and parent educator and founder of Babies2sleep.com.
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