The Parenting 411
When it comes to parenting, “the days are long, and the years are short.” You treasure the journey, but when chaos erupts you need solutions. That’s where we come in. We deliver information parents need from sources they can trust. You’ll hear from authors, educators, and other professionals who bring knowledge and compassion in service of their calling to help parents and children thrive.
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 19: Caring and Coping When A Loved One Has Alzheimer’s
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
Tuesday Nov 02, 2021
It was a privilege to have this heartfelt and insightful conversation with Deborah Mills about her journey caring for her mother who has Alzheimer's. Deborah generously shares what she has learned and offers strategies for facing the sobering moments that will likely come for caregivers. Through it all, she says it is an honor to care for her mother in this season. Guest: Deborah L. Mills, Author, Life Coach, and Caregiver/www.walkerlaynegroup.com
Tuesday Oct 26, 2021
Tuesday Oct 26, 2021
What an inspiring conversation I had with Zaakirah Muhammad. She is the dynamic founder of Phocused Media Group, a platform that combines photography, digital media, and branding. A childhood cancer survivor, Zaakirah shared her journey of courage and resilience as told through her powerful memoir, Seeing Life Through A Different Lens. This volume also includes incorporates fascinating journal entries from her mother describing her perspective on her Zaakirah's travails. Learn more about Zaakirah Muhammad at http://www.phocusedmediagroup.com and check out her book at http://www.seelifedifferent.com
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 17: Moms Making Money Moves
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
Tuesday Oct 19, 2021
I enjoyed talking with J.J. Conway immensely. She is a financial planner and speaker with a riveting story about rebuilding her wealth as a single mother following unforeseen life changes. Her account will leave you enlightened and inspired. She uses lessons from her journey as well as expertise gained since then to empower clients to reclaim control of their finances to not just pay the bills but create generational wealth and banish their poverty mindset for good.Learn more about J.J. Conway at http://www.jjconway.org
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 16: A Time to Heal: A Look At Bullying
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
In recognition of October as Bullying Prevention Month, I am sharing an insightful interview, from the archives, with Dr. Mildred Peyton. She offered a wealth of knowledge from her experience working with individuals and organizations to confront this epidemic that is still very much a force in school and work settings. We walked through the definition of bullying, how it plays out with children as well as adults, the adverse effects, and strategies for addressing bullying. While Dr. Peyton has shifted her focus to a new enterprise. Her children's books provide helpful advice and useful strategies for school-aged children.
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 15: En-Courage-ing Our Children in Crisis
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
In this episode, Carol sat down with Dr. Renae Reinardy to talk about “En-Courage-ing Our Children in Crisis”. Dr. Renae shared her perspective on how children are handling fear and anxiety as they head back to school. She also discussed valuable strategies for children and parents. You don't want to miss this.Dr. Reinardy was named 2019 National Mother of the Year®️ by American Mothers, Inc. She is the director of the Lakeside Center for Behavioral Change in Fargo, North Dakota. She is also the creator of Courage Critters, an online, stuffed animal program designed to help children overcome common fears and control unwanted repetitive behaviors. Learn more about Dr. Reinardy's work at www.lakesidecenter.org. Find out more about Courage Critters at www.couragecritters.com.
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 14: Winning the College Admissions Game
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
Tuesday Sep 28, 2021
As the college admissions game becomes increasingly competitive, many students wonder just what it takes to make their application stand out from the rest. Many resort to such tactics as loading up their resumes with activities or advanced courses for which they have little to affinity. Some go as far as to misrepresent their abilities in athletics and admissions testing as recent scandals have revealed. There is another way. Here is an insightful interview, from the pre-pandemic archives, with 2019 California Mother of the Year®️, Susan Tatsui D'Arcy. An educator and college consultant, Susan has written a book that helps students design robust projects that allow them to research and learn more about a topic or cause that is important to them while demonstrating a range of skills and talents that will catch the attention of college admissions directors. Learn more about Susan and Project Merit at www.meritworld.com
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 13: Tapping Into Teen Wisdom
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
Tuesday Sep 21, 2021
Carol sits down with Kamyra Harding and her teen son, Garrett Brand to learn more about their joint article, “4 Parenting Mistakes to Avoid: A Teen Shares Parenting Don’ts”. Mom Kamyra is a blogger and writer, known on social media as The Try Hard Mommy. Garrett is a high school senior and talented musician who is preparing to launch. He shares a valuable perspective on how parents can engage more effectively, and lovingly, with their teens. It's no secret that the teen years can be tricky terrain for families, so I think you'll want to check out what Kamyra and Garrett have to say.
Wednesday Sep 15, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 12: Celebrating Black Motherhood: Being a Model Mom
Wednesday Sep 15, 2021
Wednesday Sep 15, 2021
Meet Alina Patton Jones. This was a particularly poignant discussion as it took place in the days following Kobe Bryant's untimely death and the early weeks of the pandemic. In my conversation with this dynamic mom, you'll learn about her experience balancing the needs of her beautiful family while crafting a multi-faceted career as a community activist, social worker, model, and author. Her secret to making it all work? She calls it “a practical positivity focused on making the best of the present while believing in the future and conquering her insecurities in a visible way, inspiring others along the way.” Learn more about her at: www.alinapatton.com.
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 11: Why Manners Matter
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Tuesday Sep 07, 2021
Even as pop culture and social media have been transforming the way we interact, there truly is no substitute for good old fashioned etiquette and decorum. What better legacy can we leave with our children than good manners and social graces? It truly is a gift that keeps on giving. No matter how high our aspirations take us and no matter how advanced our technology, there is still a human connection we have to nurture if we want to live harmoniously in society.
Joining me to explore this topic, "Why Manners Matter" Fannie Allen, Certified Etiquette and International Protocol Consultant, and Founder of The Allen Protocol & Leadership Institute and Hennrietta Smith, President of Vital Business Solutions, Inc. In the first half, we’ll talk about why manners matter and how beneficial it is to start young, including a few tips about how parents might approach teaching manners and in the second half, we will talk about the long-term implications after children have matured in young adults and beyond in the workforce.
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
The Parenting 411 Episode 10: Raising Black Boys: Playing the hand you‘re dealt
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Each year, more than 250,000 children are placed into foster care. African American children make up about 20% of that population. More than 23,000 children will age out of the foster care system (age 18), every year and 25% of those will suffer from direct effects of PTSD. While about 7 out of every 10 foster kids indicates they would like to attend college one day, only about 6% of those who age out of the system will attend college and only 50% of that group will actually graduate with a degree. My guest, Rodney J. Walker beat those odds. The account of his journey, A New Day One: Trauma and Grace and a Young Man’s Journey from Foster Care to Yale is sure to inspire. You will admire the resilience, determination and courage Mr. Walker demonstrated on his journey through foster care from, age 5 to 17, and throughout his academic pursuits in the upper echelons of higher education as well as his professional endeavors as a speaker and entrepreneur.
Learn more about Rodney Walker at www.anewdayone.org
Mother's Work: Pearls of Wisdom &
Gems From My Journey
To say motherhood has been an adventure is quite an understatement. It's been more like a wild ride, but I wouldn't trade a moment of it. Not only has it been my privilege to watch my baby boys grow, but my continued evolution as a woman AND a mom has also been an unexpected blessing. Along the way, I held fast to pearls of wisdom that comforted and guided me. Each mother has a unique path to tread in guiding each of her children to be who God intended them to be. I am thrilled to share my journey with you.