Course Category: Toddlers & Preschoolers

Recorded Workshop

Better Bedtimes: Simple Sleep Solutions for Ages 2–10 – OMG Exclusive

September 25, 2025 1:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Avatar photo Lisa J Meltzer,Ph.D., CBSM

Challenges & Solutions

Is bedtime a battle in your house? You’re not alone. From stalling, tantrums, and night wakings in toddlers to anxiety, nightmares, and late-night screen habits in school-aged kids, sleep problems are among the most common—and exhausting—challenges parents face.

Watch Lisa Meltzer, PhD host this live, interactive workshop where she’ll take the stress out of bedtime and help you better understand your child’s sleep. You’ll learn what healthy sleep really looks like, what might be getting in the way of restful nights, and how to create routines that work for your family.

Common issue addressed:

  • Bedtime resistance, stalling, and power struggles
  • Middle-of-the-night wakeups
  • Separation anxiety and sleep fears
  • Nightmares and night terrors
  • Sleep challenges related to screen time or late activities
  • Outgrowing naps and navigating bedtime delays
  • Sleep regression in school-aged children
  • When to worry about sleep disorders

Whether your preschooler still needs a nap or your 8-year-old can’t fall asleep without you, we offer clear, evidence-based tools that make bedtime smoother and mornings a whole lot easier.

Ages
School Age Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
rules/routines sleep
Recorded Workshop

Finding the Right Fit: Choose Quality Childcare with Confidence – Emory Exclusive

August 14, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Choosing a childcare provider is one of the most emotional and impactful decisions parents make in the early years. Whether you’re returning to work, looking for socialization opportunities, or simply needing support, the process can feel overwhelming—especially if the timing isn’t ideal or your first choice falls through.

Join Susan Abramson, MS, and Cora Megan, MA, for this practical, compassionate workshop designed for parents of children under 5. We’ll help you navigate the big decisions with clarity and confidence so you can make informed choices and support your child’s well-being—no matter what the childcare journey looks like.

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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
childcare routines transition
Quick Tip

The Banana Meltdown – what helps when your child is falling apart

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Tired of toddler tantrums? Try this one powerful shift.
In Banana Meltdown, Peace At Home expert Cora Megan, MA, talks about what really helps when your child is falling apart, like over a broken banana.

Instead of “fixing” the problem or saying “get over it,” learn to be the calm mirror your child needs. Watch and learn how recognizing your child’s overwhelmed feelings and reflecting them back builds connection and calms chaos.

✨ Real-life, science-backed parenting that works fast.

Listen in on this one-minute video as Peace at Home expert Cora Megan, MA, shares examples of how best to manage a banana meltdown.

Looking for more tips like this? Try our Search Tool, Resource Guides, or email Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com, and we’ll connect you with proven solutions that produce positive results.

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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
meltdowns testimony
Recorded Discussion

Lunch and Learn: Get Your Child Ready for School Through Play. Practical Tips for Toddlers to Kindergartners

August 27, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Expert JoAnn Robinson JoAnn Robinson,PhD Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Peace at Home founder Ruth E. Freeman, LCSW, led a Lunch and Learn conversation with experts JoAnn Robinson, PhD, and Cora Megan, MA. They explored key issues facing parents in an open and engaging discussion where participants asked questions, shared comments, and connected with one another. If you missed it live, you can watch the recording to hear their insights and join the conversation at your own pace.

Think preparing your child for the classroom means flashcards and worksheets? Think again. The real magic happens through play—and in this lively 60-minute Lunch and Learn, you’ll discover how playful interactions can build a strong foundation for your child’s emotional, social, and cognitive development from toddlerhood through the kindergarten years.

Whether your child is just beginning to explore the world, getting ready for Pre-K, or stepping into their kindergarten classroom for the first time, this session will help you nurture confidence, connection, and curiosity—all while you enjoy your lunch.

We’ll explore the ABCs of Play framework and how to tailor it to your child’s unique developmental stage:

A is for Attachment
Create secure emotional bonds that help your child feel safe, seen, and confident as they explore new environments and challenges—from toddler transitions to preschool to kindergarten classrooms.

B is for Belonging
Foster friendships, communication, and cooperation through everyday play and routines that build social skills and a strong sense of connection with others.

C is for Curiosity
Inspire a lifelong love of learning through hands-on discovery, imaginative play, and open-ended exploration that fuels thinking and problem-solving.

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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
potty learning pre-k preschool
Recorded Workshop

Be the Anchor Your Child Needs in a Turbulent World – OMG Exclusive

June 24, 2025 2:00 pm EDT/EST
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Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor Peace at Home Parenting Expert Tanika Eaves Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

The world can often feel overwhelming, for us as parents and even more so for our children. From unsettling news headlines to the stresses of daily life, kids today face more uncertainty than ever. As a parent, you may wonder: How can I help my child feel safe, secure, and resilient in the face of so much instability?

In this confidence-building workshop, you’ll gain practical science-backed tools and insights to become your child’s source of calm and strength. 

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away feeling confident in your ability to create a stable, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. Join us and learn how to be the steady, reassuring presence your child 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.
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  • Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
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All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication emotions mental health
Recorded Workshop

Be the Anchor Your Child Needs in a Turbulent World – Emory Exclusive

May 20, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST
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Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor Peace at Home Parenting Expert Tanika Eaves Tanika Eaves,PhD, LCSW, IMH-E®

Challenges & Solutions

The world can often feel overwhelming—for us as parents and even more so for our children. From unsettling news headlines to the stresses of daily life, kids today face more uncertainty than ever. As a parent, you may wonder: How can I help my child feel safe, secure, and resilient in the face of so much instability?

In this confidence-building workshop, you’ll gain practical science backed tools and insights to become your child’s source of calm and strength.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away feeling confident in your ability to create a stable, nurturing environment where your child can thrive. Join us and learn how to be the steady, reassuring presence your child needs.

Your calm is their calm. Let’s build resilience together.

Ages
All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication emotions mental health
Recorded Discussion

Stress and Trauma in Children, how to help your child

April 10, 2025 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Is Your Child Stressed or Struggling? Learn the Signs and How to Help

Children don’t always have the words to express their worries, but changes in behavior, mood, sleep, or school performance can be signs of stress or even trauma. Is your child more irritable, withdrawn, or anxious than usual? Do they have trouble sleeping, concentrating, or managing emotions? Do you have other concerns about your child these days? 

Watch or listen to this warm and engaging conversation about how to recognize signs of distress in your child and respond in ways that help them feel safe, connected, and resilient. You’ll gain practical strategies to support your child’s emotional well-being and create a sense of security at home. You’re not alone—let’s navigate this together!

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication mental health stress
Recorded Workshop

Infant Toddler Brain Development: Why Parents Matter So Much (2025)

January 10, 2024 12:00 pm EDT

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert JoAnn Robinson JoAnn Robinson,PhD

Challenges & Solutions

Previously hosted live class. Access the recording and handouts by clicking on the Course Lesson below.

Many parents are surprised to learn how powerfully our interactions in the first few years shape children’s future. You may know a bit about your child’s development, especially in infancy when motor milestones are celebrated by everyone. But what really helps infants and toddlers grow into resilient children and teens? And what can parents and caregivers do to support their positive development? 

Learning about how young children’s brains develop will help you gain insights into how you can best support your little ones as they eat, sleep, play, and learn. Join this workshop for practical, everyday strategies to support infants and toddlers to grow, learn and connect in healthy ways. 

  • 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, Get Ready for Baby & Enjoy the First Year Library  Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes including Keep Your Relationship With Your Baby Strong as You Return to Work, Lean Baby’s Needs: Eat, Play, Sleep 
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Prenatal & Infant Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
brain brain development Health/Wellness parents
Recorded Workshop

Sleep Solutions for Toddlers and Preschoolers (2025)

September 21, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Avatar photo Lisa J Meltzer,Ph.D., CBSM

Challenges & Solutions

Sleep problems are common in toddlers and preschoolers, including bedtime battles and night wakings. Join this live, interactive workshop to learn about typical sleep in toddlers and preschoolers, factors that make it difficult for young children to fall asleep and stay asleep, and practical solutions for helping your child sleep better.

  • 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. 
  • Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • Check out the Resource Page and Quick Video Solutions Libraries for Toddlers & Preschoolers. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
cooperation preschoolers routines sleep toddlers
Recorded Workshop

Taming Tantrums – Recognize Triggers and Plan Ahead (2025)

December 05, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert JoAnn Robinson JoAnn Robinson,PhD

Challenges & Solutions

Does your young child have tantrums about the smallest issues, and you’re wondering if this is normal? 

Have you tried to help your child’s tantrums, and nothing seems to work? 

Join us for some practical tips on understanding and dealing with this very typical part of early childhood. If you’ve been wondering whether you need to worry about your toddler’s tantrums or why toddlers have tantrums in the first place, you’re not alone. Learn more and put your mind at ease about this common yet challenging behavior. 

  • 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. 
  • Questions? Email our Parent Guides at Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com.
  • Check out the Resource Page and Quick Video Solutions Libraries for Toddlers & Preschoolers. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
Ages
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions meltdowns Rules/ Routines