Parenting Toolkit Podcast: Recent Episodes

Jessamine County Public Library

Equipping parents to set their children up for success with a proactive approach.

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· Why meaningful conversation with children is so important.

· Obstacles we face when engaging in conversation with children.

· The importance of boundaries when having conversation.

Resources and Contact Information

Contact Ellen Martin- https://alifesharedwithkids.com/

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· Heather and Jordan talk about their background and their role at the Jessamine Early Learning Village.

· What are social emotional skills?

· Why are social emotional skills important for school readiness?

· What is C.A.R.E?

· Examples of how to use C.A.R.E.

Resources and Contact Information

The Jessamine Early Learning Village -https://www.jessamine.k12.ky.us/10/Home (859) 887-5358

Heather Kidd - heather.kidd@jessamine.kyschools.us

Jordan Thompson - jordan.thompson@jessamine.kyschools.us

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· Marquetta Brown and Sheri Estill talk about their background and their role at the Nest of Lexington.

· What is the most rewarding part of your job?

· What are ACEs?

· What are protective factors and how do they help?

· Where can I get more information or help?

Resources and Contact Information

The Nest of Lexington - https://thenestlexington.org/ (859) 259-1974

Kentucky HANDS - http://www.kyhands.com/

Voices of Hope - https://www.voicesofhopelex.org/

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·         Julie’s background with N.I.L.D.

·         What is educational therapy?

·         Who would benefit from educational therapy?

·         Signs that educational therapy might help your child

·         What can I do/what are my next steps?

·         Who can be an educational advocate?

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  • Stacy’s background with Conscious Discipline
  • What is Conscious Discipline?
    • Composure
    • Assertiveness
    • Positive Intent
  • How Conscious Discipline can work for your family
  • Target age group & how to adapt to different ages
  • More information and tools
  • https://consciousdiscipline.com/
  • Final thoughts