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Recorded Workshop

Get the Most from Your Child’s IEP Meeting: Prepare, Advocate and Find Support

August 16, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Andrea Brinnel,Ed.D.

Challenges & Solutions

If your child has been referred for a special education evaluation or is already eligible for special education services, you will be invited to attend special education team meetings. Many parents find these gatherings stressful, confusing and sometimes overwhelming.

Join us to discover tools that will help you feel prepared to be an effective member of your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) team. In addition to specific planning steps, you will gain approaches that help you effectively advocate for your child at the meetings. You will also learn about free support services that provide you with information and training specific to issues and questions you may have about your child’s circumstances.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out these two Quick Video Solutions Libraries Inspire School Success – Elementary school and Inspire School Success – Middle School / High School. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes

Ages

School Age Teens & Young Adults

Tags

communication cooperation Neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD)

Recorded Workshop

Navigate Change: Support Your Child Through Transitions

August 09, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

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Expert

Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

Adjusting to a new school, new friends, new childcare, new family structure through divorce or other family changes can be both positive and daunting at the same time. Guiding children through these experiences while we are having feelings at the same time can be a challenge. It helps to keep in mind that processing change actually strengthens resilience. Trying to always protect your child from having to make changes really isn’t helpful.

So what does help? Kids who are new to change need a little extra support to recognize and address emotions as well as strategies to solve problems and feel at ease. Let’s talk together to gain an overview of the common stresses associated with major points of transition in family life like entering kindergarten, graduating from high school, even “boomerang” adult children returning home, and more. You’ll have a chance to understand your own reactions to change as well as those of your child so that you can gracefully and lovingly offer support during these exciting and sometimes challenging times.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Connections for More Cooperation and Keep Calm and Pass it On.

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

Tags

communication family Rules/ Routines school

Recorded Workshop

504’s and IEPs – What’s the Difference and How Can They Help My Child?

July 26, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

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Expert

Andrea Brinnel,Ed.D.

Challenges & Solutions

Are you concerned about your child’s progress in school but afraid to have your child “labeled”? Are you new to the process and feel confused about how special education works? Is your child already receiving special education services, but you’re still feeling confused?

You are not alone. The world of Special Education is important to our children, but can be quite mysterious to parents.

This class will help you understand the laws behind your child’s rights. You will learn about what to expect from two different kinds of services for children with disabilities: 504 Plans and Individual Education Programs (IEPs).The difference between the two is confusing to many parents. It’s important, however, to recognize the difference so you can be an effective part of your child’s planning team and so you can evaluate whether your school is effectively meeting your child’s needs.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Libraries Teens Support, Inspire and Connect and School Age Connection = Cooperation , Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes

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School Age Teens & Young Adults

Tags

academic loss goals learning motivation school school success

Recorded Workshop

Playtime with Your Kids – Move More, Build Connections, Stress Less

July 13, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

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Expert

Stephanie Rondeau,MS, LAT, ATC, CSCS, CHC

Challenges & Solutions

Are you looking for ways to enjoy the outdoors and get your family moving this summer? Join us to explore movement and play as ways to improve wellness and connections for the whole family. In this live, interactive workshop a Peace At Home expert will guide a discussion about why movement based activities are so important for your family’s health and overall wellbeing. We will discover practical and fun ways to get your family enjoying a fun, active summer together.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Family Mental & Physical Wellness Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.

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Prenatal & Infant School Age Toddlers & Preschoolers

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Encourage family exercise Family physical activity family wellness Health/Wellness Ways to exercise as a family

Recorded Workshop

Make the Most of Time in the Car – Be Curious, Listen Carefully, Connect for a Lifetime

July 11, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

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Expert

Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

This summer, make your drive time for vacations or just your regular busy week about the journey, not just the destination. Time in the car can be isolating with everyone on their own devices, but It doesn’t have to be that way. Drives can be a great time to connect with your kids and have fun too. Join us for this live, interactive workshop in which a Peace At Home expert will guide you through ways that you can use time in the car to create a lasting, lifelong connection with your children. Explore strategies to maximize this time together for active listening, creating positive connections for the whole family.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Positive Connections for More Cooperation, Family Rules and Routines for Better Behavior

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

Tags

communication cooperation discipline emotions teen safety

Recorded Workshop

LGBTQIA+ – What to Say to Your Child And How to Communicate it with Love and Acceptance (Teladoc)

June 22, 2023 1:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Acey Neel,MA, LPC

Colleen K. Vesely,Ph.D.

Challenges & Solutions

My 8-year-old daughter just declared she is “non-binary.” Help! I have no idea how to respond.
My extended family is really upset that we are supporting our teen’s gender transition. How can we handle their objections and protect our child at the same time?
My teen told me that his friend let him know that he is gay and my son wants some advice about how to support his friend.

The issues of sexual orientation and gender identity can be daunting for both kids and parents. It’s easy to feel confused about the changing ways that many in our society see these issues. Your child will look to you for guidance about how to feel and act. This workshop will help you prepare for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is candid, authentic, and supportive.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, LGBTQ and Gender Essentials Library. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including LGBTQ+: What Do All Those Letters Mean? and How to Help Your LGBTQ+ Child Thrive

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School Age Teens & Young Adults

Tags

identity LGBTQ+

Recorded Workshop

Kids in Therapy: The Important Role You Play

June 28, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

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Experts

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Marianne Barton,P.h.D

Challenges & Solutions

Child and adolescent therapists tend to differ widely in their approaches to including parents in treatment. However, it’s helpful when you understand your child’s goals in therapy, adjust parenting approaches based on your child’s challenges and recognize when your child is making progress. Sometimes as parents we need to consider whether we have mental health challenges that may be affecting our child. Parent involvement in therapy varies based on age, strategies being used by the therapist and parent capacities. This conversation will highlight some best practices for parents who have children in therapy and answer any and all questions you may have about your child’s therapy experience. Join this workshop for more clarity on how you can help your child reach their treatment goals.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this previously hosted discussion. Learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.
If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
New To Peace at Home? Register for free using the “New to Peace at Home” button above and watch this discussion for free too.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Mental Health Knowledge and Skills. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Mental Health Literacy for Parents: The Basics, Children and Therapy: Let’s Talk

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

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mental health rules/routines therapy

Recorded Workshop

Authenticity and Love: How to Communicate with Your LGBTQIA+ Child and Be an Effective Ally

June 27, 2023 1:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Acey Neel,MA, LPC

Challenges & Solutions

Does the idea of talking with your child about sexual orientation and gender identity feel difficult or even a little scary? Do you wonder how to raise a child to be open to these issues in themselves and an ally to others?

These issues can be daunting for both kids and parents. The changing ways that many in our society see gender identity and sexual orientation can cause further confusion and unrest. Your child will look to you for guidance about how to feel and act about this issue with regard to themselves and others. You may be wondering how to communicate with your LGBTQIA child in a way that shows them that you are an ally. Many parents want to show support, but don’t know quite what to say or what not to say.This workshop will help you prepare for an open, ongoing dialogue with your child or teen that is authentic and supportive.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, LGBTQ+ and Gender Essentials. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity, LGBTQ+ What Do All Those Letters Mean?

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

Tags

communication identity LGBTQ+

Recorded Workshop

Parent Burnout and Kids’ Mental Health: What Really Matters?

May 16, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

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Experts

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

If you’re feeling like you don’t have the bandwidth to be the parent you really want to be, you are not alone.

One recent study reports that 66% of working parents are experiencing “parental burnout” which may include increased anxiety, depression, use of alcohol, increased punitive parenting and even feeling distant from their kids. At the same time we are seeing soaring rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm and other mental health problems in children and teens. The American Academy of Pediatrics has actually declared a “national crisis” in pediatric mental health. This post-pandemic perfect storm is impacting families across the country.

This workshop will help you recognize the ways this national crisis may be affecting your family and/or how to protect your family from its impact. You’ll have a chance to consider parenting basics that can reduce family challenges and strengthen family well-being. You’ll be able to look at when you may want to lean in a bit more with your kids and when you can step back to reduce stress.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this previously hosted discussion. Learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence.
If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
New To Peace at Home? Register for free using the “New to Peace at Home” button above and watch this discussion for free too.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Family Mental and Physical Wellness – Mindfulness: Breathwork for Kids and Adults and Parenting Principles for Progress not Perfection Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Be Your Child’s Calm Center:Techniques to Calm the Brain, Keep Calm and Pass it on, How Your Childhood May Affect Your Parenting Behavior, Perfectionism: Hidden Barrier to WellBeing, Family Rules and Routine for Better Behavior

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All, Mental Health All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

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communication family Health/Wellness

Recorded Workshop

Bring Your Inner Child To Work Day (OMG)

April 27, 2023 4:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Let’s be real…many of us have had our kids “at work” enough over the past couple of years, but what about our “inner child?” Let’s bring them out to play.

So what is your “inner child?” One definition refers to your subconscious mind that was picking up messages before you were mentally and emotionally able to fully process what was happening around you. Your inner child holds emotions, memories and beliefs from the past, as well as hopes and dreams for the future.

Your inner child holds some gifts you may not be accessing. Children learn and thrive through play, so we will examine the ways that bringing that playful part of us to work can stimulate creativity, relaxation and positive relationships.

Join Peace At Home founder, Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW and much loved early childhood expert, Cora Megan, MA to think together about how your inner child is either showing up in ways that challenge you or maybe getting ignored in ways that limit your happiness and satisfaction with life.

Click the button above to watch the recording of this workshop previously hosted. Come learn proven, effective solutions that quickly produce positive results giving you more clarity and confidence. If you are looking for more support email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
For additional support, check out the Quick Video Solutions Library, Routines, Transitions, Managing Emotions and more. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Kids Listen Best when Parents are Playful.

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All, Parent Wellbeing Prenatal & Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers

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child play working