“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.

If you would like to set up a presentation or training for your child’s preschool or your workplace, you can contact me at . 

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.

Non-biological Parenting

There are thousands of children in California who are in need of temporary or permanent care. Are you a non-biological parent to one of them? Whether it be family members in need of assistance, or choosing to become a foster parent or adopt a child, it’s essential to provide these children with the love and support they deserve and need to flourish. Nurse Rona and guests discuss the challenges and joys of raising a non-biological child.

• Mayra Guzman, community liaison for South Monterey County with the Family to Family Monterey Foster Care Program
• Maria Ramirez, a foster care provider for teenage children living in Monterey County.
• Dr. Intisar Shareef, chairperson of the Early Childhood Education Department at Contra Costa College.

DOWNLOAD Entire Program (53:59 mp3 49.4 MB)

The Highly Sensitive Child

Some children come into the world with a temperament that is high in sensitivity. These children need parents and caregivers to understand how to help them feel comfortable, and to reduce the frequency with which they feel overwhelmed or over-stimulated. There is a wide range of sensory processing challenges, including some disorders. Join us to discuss what it’s like to have a sensitive child and to learn about strategies for alleviating stimulation overload.

• Sindy Appel Wilkinson, MEd, LMFT, is the director of the Enhanced Learning and Growth Center in Walnut Creek, CA.
• Gail Gordon, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with over 35 years experience specializing in pediatric care.

DOWNLOAD Entire Program (54:12 mp3 49.7 MB)