Parenting ... A Little Help Figuring It Out

How might being bilingual benefit your child? What is the best way to go about raising a bilingual child? Whether you are anticipating or already raising a multilingual child, this workshop will help guide you through that process. The discussion will include a review of the research on the effects of bilingual experiences on children’s language development, as well as the social factors that can help children acquire and maintain fluency in more than one language.

 

Presenter: Suzanne Flynn, Ph.D.; Professor of Linguistics and Language Acquisition, MIT

 

Does your young child have meltdowns about even the smallest issues? Are you stressed about going out in public because of your little one’s tantrums? Have you tried to help, and nothing seems to work? You are not alone. Join other parents in this online class that will put your mind at ease about this typical and challenging behavior.
After this class, you will be able to:

• Recognize why temper tantrums occur
• Recognize triggers that set off tantrums
• Apply strategies to respond effectively in the moment
• Consider the role that siblings play
• Apply positive parenting solutions to support resilience  

Presenter: JoAnn Robinson, Ph.D.; Parenting Teacher and Coach, Peace at Home Parenting Solutions

Does any of this sound like your child?

• Clinging, crying, and/or tantrums when you separate
• Excessive shyness or avoiding social situations
• Constant worry
• Avoiding situations or places because of fears
• Complaints of frequent stomachaches or headaches
• Sudden and frequent panic attacks

Your child may be struggling with anxiety. And you may feel frustrated and helpless. You are not alone. One in three children will experience an anxiety disorder before adulthood. Unless treated, many will grow up to be anxious adults. You can help. After this class, you will be able to:

• Recognize and understand the nature of anxiety
• Refrain from reinforcing your child’s distress by accommodating behaviors
• Apply simple strategies to handle day-to-day challenges

Presenter: Aaron Weintraub, M.S.; Parenting Teacher and Coach, Peace at Home Parenting Solutions

Take the stress out of meal prep and get healthy at the same time. From meals to snacks, let’s talk nutrition, get organized, and get healthy. After this class, you will be able to:

• Identify basic nutrition goals for you and your family
• Create simple meal prep solutions for busy times
• Make quick, grab-and-go meal and snack options
• Incorporate flexibility in meal planning
• Recognize the importance of your own nutrition

Presenter: Stephanie Rondeau, M.S., LAT, ATC, CSCS, CHC; Parenting Teacher and Coach, Peace at Home Parenting Solutions 

We hear reports that technology use is associated with worsened mental health outcomes for children, but there is confusion about how and in what ways technology creates this negative experience. Dr. Walsh will walk through what the research actually says about this link, debunk common myths, and share technology’s often undervalued positive impact. Particular focus will be on thinking about quantity versus quality of tech use, and using technology as a mood management tool. While all are welcome to attend this webinar, the focus will be on addressing concerns facing children in late elementary through high school. Dr. Walsh is also a working mother of two teenagers, and will offer realistic strategies and important conversations that can be implemented at home.

 

Presenter: Jill Walsh, Ph.D., M.P.P.; Professor of Sociology, Boston University; Founder, Digital Aged

 

Transitioning to kindergarten is an important life event. It can be both a scary and an exciting time for you and your child. You may be wondering: Is my child ready? Am I ready? It helps to remember that children are unique. Each child starts kindergarten with a wide range of skills. Many parents are concerned about academic skills, and we may forget about the particularly important emotional skills that help your child succeed. After this class, you will be able to:

• Discuss kindergarten and upcoming changes in ways that inspire curiosity and motivation to learn
• Manage home and school routines that support calm, positive mornings and evenings
• Apply approaches that promote confidence and independence
• Foster a productive home–school connection

Presenter: Cora Megan, M.A.; Parenting Teacher and Coach, Peace at Home Parenting Solutions