Broadcasts about Parenting

What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #1 of 3, #851

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Chores provide a sense of belonging in the family. Each child desires to contribute to the well-being of the family in their own unique way. Chore provide a sense of belonging and helping in the family. Start them early and you will circumvent your children feeling left out.

What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #2 of 3, #852

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Household chores, when allowed to be age appropriate, help children grow. Chores provide children with much needed skills relationally, physically, and emotionally.

What If Ideals of Kids and Chores Fail #3 of 3, #853

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Not sure chores will work? Here's some things to do when you run into difficulty.

Hope In The Midst Of Trouble #1318

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The relevancy of Scripture is made known in taking a look at the family patterns of Adam and Eve. These patterns still exist in todays families.

Parents: Are you Becoming Your Parents #1 of 2, #1513

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

Forgiving does not mean forgetting. We need to try to forgive our parents as the best hope of our children also forgiving us.

Parents: Dealing With Anger Towards Parents #2 of 2, #1514

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

Learning to deal with anger towards parents. If we don't face the anger we feel toward our parents, it cam come out in inappropriate ways.

Healthy Families: Children's Rights #1 of 2, #1622

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

There are a number of characteristics that differentiate between healthy family functioning. The number of 'rights' given to children often helps delineate one difference. Described in this program are some of those examples.

Healthy Families: What Is A Troubled Family #2 of 2, #1623

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Contrasted here are the different characteristics associated with both healthy and unhealthy families.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #1 of 4, #2067

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The first four points 13 are covered in this program.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #2 of 4, #2068

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Points 5-9 of 13 characteristics are discussed by Lynda and Paul.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #3 of 4, #2069

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The last four points, 10 - 13 are explored in this series discussing the characteristics of healthy families.

Characteristics of Healthy Families #4 of 4, #2070

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda and Paul wrap up the series with words of encouragement for families to remember.

Parents and Teens in Transition #1 of 3, #2095

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The family dynamics change when teens are in periods of transition. Reasons and solutions for parents of teens who take a turn for the worse.

Parents and Teens in Transition #2 of 3, #2096

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Continued discussion of the changes in the family dynamics when teens are in periods of transition.

Parents and Teens in Transition #3 of 3, #2097

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion continues of the changes in the family dynamics when teens are in periods of transition. Bringing God into the relationship is explored.

Parenting: Language of Encouragement #1 of 4, #2104

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Learning the difference between praise and encouragement is foundational to one's role as parent. Discussed is the difference and their impact on children.

Parenting: Language of Encouragement #2 of 4, #2105

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Provided in this program are examples of the language of encouragement.

Parenting: Language of Encouragement #3 of 4, #2106

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion is continued on the use of language that promotes encouragement versus discouragement in families.

Parenting: Language of Encouragement #4 of 4, #2107

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Wrap up of the series is provided by Lynda.

Ready or Not: Getting You and Your Family Up and Out in the Morning #1 of 2, #3266

Whitney Stager, M.S.

This two part series with Whitney Stager explains the importance of the parents getting themselves ready in the morning and then focusing on helping the children get ready. Items discussed include possible pitfalls such as giving the kids too much or too little time and parents taking too much responsibility for their children. Tips include discussing and setting a morning routine, sticking to it and how the work will pay off in the end.

Ready or Not: Getting You and Your Family Up and Out in the Morning #2 of 2, #3267

Whitney Stager, M.S.

This two part series with Whitney Stager explains the importance of the parents getting themselves ready in the morning and then focusing on helping the children get ready. Items discussed include possible pitfalls such as giving kids too much or too little time and parents taking too much responsibility for their children. Tips include discussing and setting a morning routine, sticking to it, and how the work will pay off in the end.

How To Stop Bullying #1 of 2, #3268

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Crucial to a child's development is a sense of safety. Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.

How To Stop Bullying #2 of 2, #3269

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Christine and Suzan discuss signs that your child is being bullied and practical ways to stop bullying.

Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 1 of 3, #3024

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.

Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 2 of 3, #3025

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.

Transitioning To a Family With a Child # 3 of 3, #3026

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

Families experience many changes when they have a child. In this series some major changes and strategies for adjusting are discussed.

What Parents Do To Mess Up Their Kids #1 of 3, #3041

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

Parenting is no easy task and often parents feel blind as they move through each day hoping they make the best possible decisions. Here are some common mistakes parents make in raising children and guidelines for avoiding them.

What Parents Do To Mess Up Their Kids #2 of 3, #3042

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

Parenting is no easy task and often parents feel blind as they go from one challenge to another. Here are some common mistakes parents make in raising children and guidelines for avoiding them.

What Parents Do To Mess Up Their Kids #3 of 3, #3043

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

Parenting is no easy task and often parents feel blind as they go from one challenge to another. Here are some common mistakes parents make and guidelines for avoiding them.

Rituals And Their Meaning #1 of 4, #2156

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

This program discusses the meaning of rituals.

Rituals And Their Meaning #2 of 4, #2157

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

The four types of rituals and their key elements are discussed.

Rituals And Their Meaning #3 of 4, #2158

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

This program discusses how the four types of rituals work and their various styles.

Rituals And Their Meaning #4 of 4, #2159

Suzan Myhre, M.S.S.W., LICSW, LPC

This program discusses that importance of rituals in healing.

Attachment To God #3073

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Human bonding is both uniquely the same and different than our bonding to the Lord as Savior. Join Lynda and Brenda as they discuss the significance of our bonding to the Lord and one another.

Teaching Children About Feelings #3078

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program provides many ideas of how children may identify what it is they feel. Identifying and being able to express what one feels in necessary in the development of any individual towards becoming all that God has.

Uncomfortable Sides #3086

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Based on her book, "Proverbs For The Family", Lynda discusses how adult behavior shows up in children.

Tired Parents of Tired Children #3095

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Lynda Savage, Brenda Spina and guest, Bob Harmon discuss the challenge of a child who seems unable to receive comfort.

Children Raising Children #3097

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Often older siblings are asked to step in and care for those younger in the family. Long-term child care by a sibling has a way of brining out the tyrant in everyone.

Teaching Children About Money #1 of 2, #3106

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Great guidelines for parents to help children learn responsible behavior around the use of money.

Teaching Children About Money #2 of 2, #3107

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Great guidelines for parents to help children learn responsible behavior around money.

Why Do Children Misbehave? #1 of 3, #3111

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This program looks at how children connect with parents in good ways and in negative ways. Varied solutions are discussed. Humor, compassion and real life situations are shared.

Why Do Children Misbehave? #2 of 3, #3112

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discussion continues as to how children connect with parents in bood ways and in negative ways. Varied solutions are discussed.

Why Do Children Misbehave? #3 of 3, #3113

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Humor, compassion, and real life situations are a part of the discussion as to how children connect with parents. Misbehavior has more to it than is thought.

Back To School: Young Children #1 of 2, #3114

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

The return to school means transitioning to a new schedule and to time away for both parent and child. Even though most children and parents manage the transition well, this program discusses steps one can take to ensure smooth transitions back to school.

Back To School: Anxious Feelings #2 of 2, #3115

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Transitions often mean uncertainty until the new routine is established. This program concerns the anxious parent or child and the transition back to school.

Three Styles of Families #1 of 3, #3054

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

This series of programs discusses the three styles of families: Parent Centered Family, Child Centered Family and God Centered Family.

Three Styles of Families #2 of 3, #3055

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

This series of programs discusses the three styles of families: Parent Centered Family, Child Centered Family, and God Centered Family.

Three Styles of Families #3 of 3, #3056

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

This series of programs discusses the three styles of families: Parent Centered Family, Child Centered Family, and God Center Family.

Rituals in Blended Families #1 of 2, #3057

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs will explore the place that tradition and ritual plays in a blended family's life and how to better facilitate changes that inevitable occur in this area.

Rituals in Blended Families #2 of 2, #3058

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

These programs will explore the place that tradition and ritual plays in a blended family's life and how to better facilitate changes that inevitably occur in this area.

The Significance of Attachment #1 of 3, #3144

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system, It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.

The Significance of Attachment #2 of 3, #3145

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system. It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.

The Significance of Attachment #3 of 3, #3146

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

This series of programs outlines the definition of attachment, its significance on the development of relationships and the impact of the limbic system. It also touches on simple rules for minimizing the bumps in the road in developing attachment.

Why Children Steal #1 of 2, #3164

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discovering that your child has stolen something is disconcerting to many parents. These two programs outline the possible causes as well as responses needed to help children/ teenagers return to a place of honesty.

Why Children Steal #2 of 2, #3165

Brenda Spina, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Discovering that your child has stolen something is disconcerting to many parents. These two programs outline the possible causes as well as responses needed to help children/ teenagers return to a place of honesty.

Parenting Patterns That Promote Cooperation #3252

Lynda Savage, M.S., LMFT, LPC

Parents often become caught in a cycle of reacting to children in non-productive ways. This program describes a proactive set of behaviors that will help the parent short circuit negative connections and learn encouraging patterns with their children when dealing with misbehavior. (Parents sometimes don't know what hit them when children are consistently misbehaving. This program describes why children misbehave and what to do about it.)

A Chrismas Sabbath #1 of 3, #3213

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest and offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.

A Christmas Sabbath #2 of 3, #3214

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest and offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.

A Christmas Sabbath #3 of 3, #3215

Mary Lambrecht, M.S. LMFT

This series of three programs explores the meaning of a Sabbath-rest, offers spiritual and practical suggestions for a Sabbath-rest during the Christmas season.

When Parents Fight, #2 of 2, 3276

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.

When Parents Fight, #1 of 2, #3275

Christine Vander Wielen, M.S.W., CAPSW

The parents are the executives of the family and from their marital relationship all the other relationships in the family are derived. When parents have the habit of fighting with each other fiercely or frequently, children may be negatively impacted. In this series of broadcasts, Christine and Lynda discuss the impact and offer suggestions to help parents.