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Season 1
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Episode 5: We're Heading to Kindergarten!
by on 6/6/2023 Length: 33:46Have a little one that is headed to Kindergarten this fall? You might be wondering if they are "ready". We took some time to break down some important skills to work on and hopefully, do a lot of reassuring that no matter what, your kiddo will do great!
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Episode 4: Searching For Sibling Synergy
by on 5/9/2023 Length: 33:51Whether you are a new "sib parent" or a veteran, tune in to find some great strategies to build and maintain your sanity with those siblings! (and maybe find a few ways to deal with your own sibs!). Enjoy!
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Episode 3: Mealtime Madness
by on 3/17/2023 Length: 19:57Thought mealtimes with kids would be different than they are? Does the dinner bell trigger panic in your heart? Listen up for some great information and strategies to help turn your family table from chaos to calm.
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Episode 2: Setting Boundaries in Parenting-Part 2
by Kirkwood PAT on 2/10/2023 Length: 9:20Bonus episode! Just as important--if not more so--than being consistent with boundaries is knowing how to repair the relationship when things do not go as planned. Continue listening to the discussion from episode 1 and hear a few ways you might re-think and adjust those "bumpers" when you need to.
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Episode 1: Setting Boundaries in Parenting-Part 1
by Kirkwood Parents as Teachers on 2/9/2023 Length: 32:16Join us as we discuss setting boundaries as a parent: what they are, what they mean, and how they can help not only your child(ren), but YOU, too!
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Podcast Notes & Resources
EPISODE 5-We're Heading to Kindergarten!
Ready or Not Kindergarten, Here We Come!
Going to Kindergarten Book List
St. Louis County Library-Literacy Calendar
Getting Ready for Kindergarten-checklist
Developmental Stages of Reading
Fine Motor Activities for Pencil Grip
Rhyming Activities: What You Need to Know
EPISODE 4-Searching for Sibling Synergy
Child Mind Institute-Preparing for a New Sibling
11 Ways to Promote Sibling Bonding
Big Little Feelings-Don’t Blame the Baby
Resources for Moms Welcoming Second Babies
EPISODE 3-Mealtime Madness
Best Seated Positions for Kids
Conversation Starters for Kids at the Table
14 Tips to Tackle Mealtime Struggles
Getting Toddlers to Sit at the Table
EPISODE 1-Boundaries Parts 1 + 2