Course Category: Toddlers & Preschoolers

Recorded Discussion

Daily Family 15: Uninterrupted Connection

November 01, 2024 12:00 am EDT/EST

Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

Join us for our October Challenge follow-up. We’ll reflect on the connections built throughout October, discuss successes and challenges, and offer strategies for keeping the momentum going.

  • The October Challenge – Peace at Home challenged you to spend 15 minutes each day with your child – uninterrupted, no screens, no phones, to strengthen your bond, improve communication, reduce conflict and misbehavior, and boost your child’s self-esteem. For 15 minutes each day, we challenged you to say NO to technology, multitasking, agendas, criticism and nagging and say YES to play, laughter, hugs and smiles, eye contact, reflective listening with curiosity and empathy.

Whether you’ve completed the challenge or are just getting started, this session will provide valuable insights and practical tips for continuing to have meaningful, distraction-free time with your child(ren). Learn how to make these 15-minute moments a lasting part of your family’s routine.

  • Click the play button below to watch this previously recorded discussion.
  • Explore Peace at Home’s Resource Pages (located in the top menu) for quick video solution libraries. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, on-demand resources, podcasts, blogs and more. And if you need personalized support, you can connect with an expert for one-on-one support too. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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All, Mental Health School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
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communication cooperation emotions independence
Recorded Workshop

Mental Health Essentials for Parents: Knowledge and Skills to Support Your Child (Yale WorkLife)

October 16, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

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

Challenges & Solutions

The parent-child relationship is the most powerful mental health intervention known to humankind. – Bessel van der Kolk, MD

All children are sad, anxious, irritable, or aggressive at times. Occasionally kids find it challenging to sit still, pay attention, or interact with others. In most cases, these are just typical phases in their development. However, these behaviors may indicate a more serious problem in some children. Without attention, these mental health conditions can prevent children from reaching their full potential.  Whether your child is doing fine and you want to prevent future mental health issues, or just doesn’t seem like their usual self, or has actually declared concerning thoughts, you can help. 

Join Peace at Home Founder, Ruth Freeman, LCSW, for this important workshop.

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

Helicopter Parenting or Mindful Underparenting: What’s Good Enough?

October 15, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

The US Surgeon General has declared that the stress and mental health challenges faced by parents constitute a serious public health concern for our country. Almost half of parents say, most days their stress is completely overwhelming.

Join Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW and teacher Aaron Weintraub, MS for an illuminating conversation about focusing on what really helps kids thrive. 

Take some time to reflect on approaches from “Helicopter Parenting” to “Mindful Underparenting.” 

Consider simple, good enough parenting strategies that bring out the best in your kids while lowering stress in both your mind and your family.

Intensive vs Balanced Parenting – 

“Intensive” or “Helicopter Parenting” is a popular trend that may be part of the problem. Characterized by a relentless focus on children’s achievement and a high level of involvement in their activities, this approach is rooted in the belief that investing enormous amounts of time and energy into a child’s development will yield the best outcomes. However, this approach can come with significant drawbacks, not the least of which is stress on the whole family. 

An alternative approach might be what one observer called “mindful underparenting” – getting more comfortable with kids feeling bored, leaving screens at home while kids get fussy about routine activities like food shopping, etc.  Many parents feel they need permission to take a step back from parenting behaviors that seem rooted in fear and doubt about our children’s capacities to find their way in the world. Can we define “Good Enough Parenting” that is about creating clear limits and boundaries, yet allowing for enough freedom within those limits for true learning to occur. Can we let our kids feel some discomfort, let them struggle, and just support them work it through?

  • Click the play button below to watch this previously recorded discussion and download the handouts.
  • Explore Peace at Home’s Resource Pages (located in the top menu) for quick video solution libraries. Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes.
  • Have a specific question or challenge? Email us, and we’ll send you tailored links to live workshops, on-demand resources, podcasts, blogs and more. And if you need personalized support, you can connect with an expert for one-on-one support too. Solutions@Peaceathomeparenting.com
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All, Parent Wellbeing School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions mental health
Quick Video Solution Library

Social Media & Screen Time

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Our Solution Series Libraries are developed around a specific parenting challenge. Each Series includes a collection of hand-picked, easily digestible (15 min+/-) videos which unlock a key piece of the parenting puzzle.  Read our summary of this Series below then click on each lesson to access the class description, video, handouts, and information about our Expert(s).

Many parents struggle to know how much screen time to allow their kids to have, how old their kids should be when they begin using social media, and how to navigate conflict surrounding phone and video game use.

Additionally, the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory Report indicates that nearly all teens use social media and we cannot conclude it is safe for their mental health. In the context of our ongoing national pediatric mental health crisis, we must come together to address these important issues. This library of quick videos provides answers to your questions about screen time and social media use at various ages of your child’s development.

Start with our Quick Video Solutions – easy-to-watch clips with expert tips and handouts. Click on a title below to access the video and handouts.

Bookmark our Social Media & Screen Time Resource Guide – your parenting GPS, connecting you to quick videos, helpful handouts, live workshops, and expert tips, all grounded in research and real-life success.

At Peace at Home, we believe in progress, not perfection. Parenting is a journey, and we’re here to walk it with you. With the right tools and compassionate support, you can parent with clarity and confidence. Let’s do this together.

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School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
behavior brain development character communication conversation discipline emotions feelings health independence listening misbehavior relationship romance rules safety self care sex talking values
Quick Video Solution Library

Social Media & Screen Time

Experts

Peace at Home Parenting Founder and Expert Ruth Freeman Ruth Freeman,LCSW Autum Cloud Ingram Peace at Home Parenting Expert Autumn Cloud-Ingram,LCSW Peace at Home Parenting Expert Amy Alamar Amy Alamar,EdD Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor Peace at Home Parenting Expert Dana Asby Dana Asby,MA, MEd Peace at Home Expert Sophie Hornick Sophie Hornick,MS, CCLS Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Our Solution Series Libraries are developed around a specific parenting challenge. Each Series includes a collection of hand-picked, easily digestible (15 min+/-) videos which unlock a key piece of the parenting puzzle.  Read our summary of this Series below then click on each lesson to access the class description, video, handouts, and information about our Expert(s).

Many parents struggle to know how much screen time to allow their kids to have, how old their kids should be when they begin using social media, and how to navigate conflict surrounding phone and video game use.

Additionally, the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory Report indicates that nearly all teens use social media and we cannot conclude it is safe for their mental health. In the context of our ongoing national pediatric mental health crisis, we must come together to address these important issues. This library of quick videos provides answers to your questions about screen time and social media use at various ages of your child’s development.

Start with our Quick Video Solutions – Log in to access each of the titles listed below:

  • Social Media: Understanding the Social Scene
  • Social Media: Safety and Red Flags
  • Social Media: When to Hover and When to Step Back
  • Manage Screen Time: End the Power Struggles
  • Technology and Young Children: How Much is Too Much?

Bookmark our Social Media & Screen Time Resource Guide – your parenting GPS, connecting you to quick videos, helpful handouts, live workshops, and expert tips, all grounded in research and real-life success.

At Peace at Home, we believe in progress, not perfection. Parenting is a journey, and we’re here to walk it with you. With the right tools and compassionate support, you can parent with clarity and confidence. Let’s do this together.

Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
behavior brain development character communication conversation discipline emotions feelings health independence listening misbehavior relationship romance rules safety self care sex talking values
Recorded Workshop

Get Ready for Kindergarten (2025)

June 12, 2024 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

The transition to kindergarten can be challenging. Start taking small steps this summer to make this Fall less stressful.

With new routines, a new school, and new teachers and classmates, starting Kindergarten can feel overwhelming for you and your child. Join us to discover how to make this transition a more peaceful and easy time for both of you.

In this virtual workshop, a Peace At Home expert will explore ways to identify your child’s specific strengths and challenges, as well as how to support them. We will discuss strategies and routines to practice at home to help your child feel more confident and comfortable as they begin kindergarten. It’s a big change, but it doesn’t have to be a scary one.

  • 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
kindergarten
Recorded Workshop

Get Ready for Childcare/Preschool: Ensure a Positive Transition (2025)

July 11, 2022 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

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

The time has come for your precious “baby” to start day care, and you may be feeling a range of emotions. There are steps that you can take to help your family make a smooth, positive transition into this next chapter of your 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 Toddler Library, Routines, Transitions, Managing Emotions and more.  Explore all the Video Solutions and Handouts.
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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
friendships preschool preschoolers school
Recorded Workshop

Technology and Young Children: How much is too much? (2025)

June 06, 2022 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Cora Megan Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

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

Screen time is increasing rapidly, and parents are wondering, how much is too much? This flash class will share the current screen time recommendations for young children and address why limiting screen time is important. We’ll offer guidelines for choosing high quality media as well as alternatives to the virtual babysitter.

  • 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 Toddler Library, Routines, Transitions, Managing Emotions and more.  Explore all the Video Solutions and Handouts.
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Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
brain children eyes games ipad iphone kids limit routines rules screen time screens technology tv video games videos youtube
Recorded Workshop

Sugar, Screens, and Routines: Find the Right Balance for Your Family (2025)

December 19, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

When you just need time to get things done, extending kids’ screen time seems like an easy fix.  Maybe you just agree to another treat so your child will give you some peace. These small habits may result in less cooperation, calm, and even happiness in your family. These small habits, however, can become patterns that lead to more problems.  Let’s talk about some other approaches that work.

Daily schedules are busy and parents are coping with more and more demands. A recent report tells us that 66% of working parents are experiencing “parental burnout.” Sadly this is happening at the same time as a mental health crisis among our children and teens. Shortcuts like more screen time and sugar might be considered “parenting hacks.” And they work in the moment. However, in the long run, they often result in less cooperation, calm, and even happiness in your family. Sugar and screens are associated with pleasure. We adults use these solutions to get through the day as well. What’s the problem? We are learning that the biology of pleasure is actually in contrast to the biology of happiness. We do a lot of things that make us feel good in the moment but don’t lead to happiness or a sense of well-being. Kids look to us to help them know how to feel about the world. Are we passing on quick hits of pleasure habits that lead to happiness?

  • 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  Dad, Let’s Talk: Give Your Child the Attention They Crave, The Kids are Not Alright: 7 Steps to Make Your Home Their Safe Place.
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
balance Rules/ Routines screen-time
Recorded Workshop

Manage Screen Time: End the Power Struggles (2025)

August 17, 2021 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Peace at Home Parenting Expert Aaron Weintraub Aaron Weintraub,MS, Curriculum Advisor

Challenges & Solutions

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

Screen time is a red-hot issue between parents and children. Parents complain they can’t get screen time under control and kids can’t seem to get enough. Over half of parents say their kids are “addicted” and, even among young children, craving for screen time is rapidly accelerating. 

Class participants will learn practical solutions to this growing challenge.  

  • 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,Toddlers & Preschoolers Library Explore the Video Solutions and Handouts for all the classes includingEmotion Coaching for Young Children ,Better Behavior from your Toddler or Preschooler
Ages
School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
brain children eyes ipad iphone kids routines rules screen time screens social media technology tv videos youtube