The Parenting 411 Podcast
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.
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Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Graduation from high school is a time-honored rite of passage. Parents and graduates are filled with optimism as they consider the possibilities for the next leg of their life's journey. For neurodivergent learners, fear and uncertainty is mounting as they consider whether they will be successful in the workplace. Will their differences be embraced, accommodated, and valued? My guest today is Carolyn Jeppsen, Co-Founder of Broad Futures. She and her team are committed to equipping young adults with vital professional skills that prepare them to thrive on the job through internships that are both with meaningful and personally fulfilling. Learn more about BroadFutures at www.broadfutures.org.Guest: Carolyn Jeppsen, Co-Founder, Broad Futures
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Join us for Part 2 of our series on navigation strategies for neurodivergent learners. Today, Dr. Kimberly Douglass is back as we examine the challenges faced by young adults at the crossroads of living at home and/or college and independent living. There is a lot for young adults and their parents to think about as they embark on this next chapter together. learn more about Dr. Douglass at www.decolonizingneurodivergence.comGuest: Dr. Kimberly Douglass, Educator, Author & Advocate/www.decolonizingneurodivergence.com
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
It is estimated that roughly 15 - 20% of the global population is neurodiverse. Yet, the world is primarily set up for those who are considered typical thinkers. Thankfully, K - 12 schools are bound to make reasonable accommodations for students with learning differences, but there's still more work to do to create safe, welcoming spaces in which these students can thrive. In the meantime, students and their parents need strategies for advocacy as well as navigating the academic environment to get their needs met. Thankfully, Dr. Kimberly Douglass is joining me today to shed some light on this topic.Learn more about Dr. Douglass at www.decolonizingneurodivergence.comGuest: Dr. Kimberly Douglass, Educator, Author & Advocate
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Sue Atkins is a speaker, parent coach, and author. Today, we're talking about how she helps parents and children navigate their "new normal" after divorce. She has even created journals for kids and for mothers to help provide clarity for the journey forward. It is clear that she is committed to create a safe and enriching emotional space for their children to continue to grow, with the attention and adoration of both parents. Learn more about Sue's work at https://www.sueatkinsparentingcoach.comGuest: Sue Atkins, Parenting Expert, Broadcaster, Speaker, and Author
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
It was a delight speaking to Ellen Mongan, author, blogger, and speaker. She is the mother of 8 children and grandmother of 14 grandchildren. She has made a ministry of inspiring and encouraging mothers through her writing which includes articles in Charm Magazine and over 40 books, including the WOW Mom Bible Study Guide. Ellen offers excellent advice for staying connected with adult children.Learn more about Ellen at www.ellenmongan.com.Guest: Ellen Mongan
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Shannon Savoy knows a thing or two about narcissism. She calls herself a narcissism survivor and she has dedicated her life's work to helping others overcome this trauma as well. As the founder of Narc Free Living, she helps people break the chains of narcissist abuse. We examine the impact exposure to narcissism in childhood can have on relationships later in life. Shannon offers tips for recognizing it and establishing protective boundaries to neutralize and/or eliminate narcissists from your life. Learn more about Shannon Savoy at www.narcfreeliving.com.Guest: Shannon Savoy, Narcissist Abuse Life Coach & Founder, Narc Free Living
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Coach Angela Kerri shares her journey as a life coach and recently widowed mother of three. She gives professional women tools to thrive during life transitions, re-discover their true purpose and harness their intuition through her customized signature coaching program. Her personal testimony inspires and bears witness that there is life after loss.For more information on the retreat go to www.innherwork.com; for coaching services go to www.angelakerri.com.Guest: Angela Kerri, Wholistic Life Coach
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
None of us knows how long we have here on earth. As parents, we fervently pray that we will have enough time to pour love along with knowledge and wisdom into our children to prepare them to grow up and create fulfilling lives. We hope we get to see a fair amount of this process unfold before we depart this life and our children carry on our legacy. We don't expect to outlive our children, yet that can happen and it is devastating when it does. Today, I speak with a tenacious and devoted mother who knows this pain. Dr. Chere Goode sheds light on her experience of tragically losing her son in an accident and offers coping strategies for parents who are also wrestling with such a loss. She has moved gracefully on her journey to heal her heart, find meaning in this experience, and keep her son's memory alive.Learn more about Dr. Chere Goode's work at www.totalharmonyenterprises.com and the foundation she created in memory of her son at https://jacfoundationinc.com. Guest: Dr. Chere Goode
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
Anybody who's been paying attention knows our teens are struggling. On top of processing all of the typical physical, emotional, and neurological changes, they've got social media, the internet, and the media machine vying for their attention AND compliance. They are growing up in a unique time and the pandemic has pulled back the curtain on deep-rooted mental health concerns, Thankfully, today's guest has received the message loud and clear and she is doing her part to help today's teen. Listen to learn about her book for teenage girls and her non-profit, Love Circle Inc. which serves adolescents who have lost a parent. Learn more about Kizzy Dogan at www.kizzykdogan.comGuest: Kizzy Dogan, Entrepreneur, Author and Youth Advocate
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Tuesday Jan 11, 2022
Today, we explored a crucial topic - Black women's health. Today's guest, Dr. Alisha Liggett is a passionate advocate for health equity and reproductive justice. Who better to enlighten us about Black women face in the healthcare community and strategies to ensure they receive the care they need. It's clear that we've got a long way to go toward ensuring equitable treatment for Black women and people of color, but Dr. Liggett is hopeful about the next generation of practitioners. Listen to find out why! Learn more about Dr. Alisha at www.empowerherhealth.comGuest: Alisha Liggett, M.D., Executive Director of Empower Her Health LLC
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.