“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.
Family Changes in the New Year
With the New Year comes an opportunity to set goals that can help children and families work towards positive changes. Studies show that families who set goals together are more likely to see results. So whether it’s yelling less or spending more family time together join Nurse Rona and a guest as they discuss how to make healthy and positive changes in the New Year.
• Julie Kurtz, chief deputy director of FIRST 5 Santa Clara.
• Dr. Niinana Kweeku.
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AVG Digital Diaries Episode 1: Introduction
Keep Your Kids Safe Online, a Collaboration Between AVG and Interactive Parenting Media
Parents, are you concerned about teaching your children good skills for safe Internet use? What about teaching them to balance screen time with other, non-screen activities? During 2011, AVG Technologies asked us to collaborate with them on a project titled Keep Your Kids Safe Online, to present important information on these topics especially for parents and families!
We’re providing the expertise to make sure your children are kept as safe as possible online and to make it as easy as possible for you manage your children’s online/offline balance.
Round 1, Ages 0-2:
AVG Digital Diaries Episode 1: Introduction
Keeping Those New Year’s Resolutions
It is one thing to know what you want to change in the New Year, but quite another to know HOW to do it. Aired: January 2011
Advocating for Your Child’s Special Needs
This episode was a rebroadcast.
The New Year is just a week away and brings with it the opportunity for parents and teachers to communicate about a child’s social, emotional, and academic needs. What resources are available for your child with special needs? Join Nurse Rona and guests to discuss effective ways to recognize and negotiate for the best school environment, starting with preschool.
• Wendy Byrnes, parent advocate and outreach coordinator for College Living Experience.
• Dr. Eileen Crumm, MPA, PhD, the executive director of Family Resource Network.
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Evaluating Toys for Young Children This Holiday Season
The early years are a crucial time for children’s brain development. During this time creative play is their full time job! Especially during the holiday season, how do you decide what toys best suit your child’s needs? What about the issue of exposing the little ones to electronics early on? Nurse Rona and guests answer your questions about toys, technology, and economic constraints:
• Dr. Stevanne Auerbach, PhD, better known as “Dr. Toy.”
• Jason Brand, MSW, founder of Positive Technology Relationships.
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