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221: How to advocate for the schools our children deserve with Allyson Criner Brown & Cassie Gardener Manjikian
Discover how to advocate for fairness and equity in schools. Learn actionable steps to create the environment your child—and every child—deserves.
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220: Nutritious movement for your child – and you!
Explore how kids learn through moving, how to encourage it daily, and why it’s essential for lifelong health and joy.
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219: The skills your child will need in the age of AI
Learn how to equip your child with the 56 foundational skills essential for thriving in a tech-driven world. Start building their future success today.
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Episode Summary 01: Building a better relationship with screen time
Short on time? Get key insights from our video game episodes in under 12 minutes, plus learn how to support deep learning without screens
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218: What children learn from video games
How Video Games Shape Learning and Children’s Development Last week, parent Nicole and I talked with @TheGamerEducator Ash Brandin about the challenges we can have when our kids love video games. I had also hoped to ask Ash a lot of questions about what children learn from video games but we completely ran out…
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217: How to end the video game struggles
Discover how to manage your kids’ screen time, set healthy boundaries, and foster their love of learning with practical tips and insights from experts.
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216: Am I in Perimenopause? with Dr. Louise Newson
Discover the journey of perimenopause with Dr. Louise Newson. Learn about common symptoms, hormone roles, the benefits and risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and cultural impacts. Get insights and answers to your pressing questions.
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215: Why will no-one play with me?
Discover insights on why no one will play with your child and explore effective strategies for building social skills in children. Learn from the book ‘Why Will No One Play With Me’ and find practical advice for helping little children make friends and enhance their social interactions.
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214: Ask Alvin Anything: Part 2
Discover how autism, race, and parenting influence Jen and Alvin’s relationship. Insightful stories and heartfelt lessons await in this engaging episode!
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213: How to stop using power over your child (and still get things done)
Learn how Dr. Houri Parsi transformed her family relationships by moving beyond punishments and rewards to build deep trust and cooperation
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212: How to make the sustainable change you want to see in your family
Stop the cycle of trying parenting tips that don’t stick. Learn the five-element framework for sustainable family change that actually lasts.
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211: How to raise a child who doesn’t experience shame
Meet Dee, who grew up without shame. Learn her three strategies for raising children in a shame-free environment.
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