Course Type: Live Interactive Class

Live Interactive Class

Emory Exclusive class: Mental Health Essentials for Parents: Knowledge and Skills to Support Your Child

February 23, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

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. 

Ages
All, a Parenting Essential School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions Health/Wellness mental health
Live Interactive Class

School Success: Inspire Motivation

February 09, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Does your child seem unmotivated, stressed or just bored when it comes to school?

Do you play homework police instead of connecting positively with your child?

Are you confused about what will really help? 

Many parents feel overwhelmed or out of the loop when it comes to their kids’ education. How can you nurture your child’s education and support engagement in learning? This class will help support your child’s learning and motivation in ways that work. You will discover how to advocate in meaningful ways when necessary. 

Ages
School Age
Tags
homework motivation school school success success
Live Interactive Class

Let’s Get on the Same Page: Practical Steps to Resolve Parenting Style Conflicts

February 28, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

Each of us grows up in a unique family and when we come together as a couple, we don’t usually talk about our parenting beliefs until children are actually on the scene. The more intentional parents are about sharing their stories and values with each other, the more likely it is that you can agree on parenting approaches. 

Sometimes there are differences between genders or just individual styles. Those differences can be helpful to children, but only if you recognize the strengths of each other’s approaches. “Marshmallows” often join with “Generals” because in some ways they need each other. Over time, however,  your differences can become more dramatic and problematic. 

Ages
All, a Parenting Essential PreNatal Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
family parenting style parents
Live Interactive Class

Setting Boundaries With Tweens and Teens While Encouraging Independence

February 21, 2023 8:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Ruth Freeman,LCSW

Challenges & Solutions

We all want our kids to grow up to be capable, competent people who can find their own way in the world. But how do you help them get there? How do you know when tweens and teens are ready to do things on their own? 

A strong positive relationship with your tween or teen is the basis of cooperation and helping them stay safe. Parents often think that if they find the just right punishment, their kids will cooperate. This myth can get in the way of building a positive connection with your child and keeping it strong even as they grow more independent. This class will help you recognize the importance of the parent-child connection to help teens stay safe as they explore the world.

Ages
Teens & Young Adults
Tags
communication cooperation teen safety teens
Live Interactive Class

Help Your Young Child Feel Safe and Secure

February 16, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

JoAnn Robinson,PhD

Challenges & Solutions

Signaling safety to our children is a Peace at Home essential principle. Children look to their caregivers for signals of safety or danger. It is important that you recognize the nature of your own anxious responses and have tools to manage those. A child who feels safe in relation to their parents and caregivers will naturally use social-emotional strategies to problem solve. When you understand how to signal to your child that they are safe, you are better able to protect their mental health. To grow and develop positively, young children need to feel secure. They need family life to remain pleasurable and playful even in uncertain times.

Ages
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation safety
Live Interactive Class

Monthly Q&A with Ruth Freeman: Mid-Winter Mental Health Check-In

February 21, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Experts

Ruth Freeman,LCSW Kimberly Barton,Ph.D

Challenges & Solutions

Got questions? Bring them on! Applying new parenting approaches often requires support. You may be changing parenting practices that have been handed down from generation to generation and we’ve got your back as doubts and frustrations may arise. And we promise, other parents will benefit when you have the courage to share your questions! Join Peace At Home founder, Ruth E Freeman, LCSW, and seasoned child psychologist Kim Barton, PhD to think with other parents about how we can protect our kids’ mental health during these turbulent times and what to do if we sense red flags.

Ages
All, a Parenting Essential PreNatal Infant School Age Teens & Young Adults Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
Monthly Q&A positive relationships
Live Interactive Class

Get Ready for College! How to Prepare You and Your Child for Major Transitions, New Roles, and Responsibilities (MIT)

May 06, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Amy Alamar,EdD

Challenges & Solutions

Your child is growing up and your role is changing. It’s wonderful to see them realize new dreams and make new goals. Yet it can also weigh on us as parents, as we see our job changing and worry about missing them. The family which we have grown comfortable with is shifting as we now parent an emerging adult.

Our children are also going through their own major transition. We want to support them emotionally and financially, while also teaching them self-care and independence. 

Ages
Teens & Young Adults
Tags
college communication rejections responsibility teen safety
Live Interactive Class

Get Ready for Kindergarten (MIT)

May 25, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Transitioning to kindergarten is an important life event. It can be both a scary and 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.

Ages
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
kindergarten preschoolers
Live Interactive Class

Recognize Triggers and Plan Ahead with Toddlers and Preschoolers (MIT)

March 16, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

JoAnn Robinson,PhD

Challenges & Solutions

  • 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 with other parents in this online class that will put your mind at ease about this typical and challenging behavior.

Ages
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
communication cooperation emotions meltdowns rules/routines
Live Interactive Class

Picky Eating: Make Mealtimes Enjoyable

March 10, 2023 12:00 pm EDT/EST

Expert

Cora Megan,MA

Challenges & Solutions

Was your child once a good eater, and now they refuse to eat almost anything? This Flash Class is for you. Picky eating typically emerges in the first three years and can quickly turn into a power struggle. You will gain an understanding of why children become picky eaters, how you can prevent these behaviors, and tips for setting mealtime limits. 

Ages
Toddlers & Preschoolers
Tags
feeding mealtimes