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Trying to get kids to eat colorful and nutritious food is easy, with Karen Leonetti’s help. The author of The Yummy Tummy Rainbow Garden, Karen has clever ways to engage kids with growing fruits and vegetables, and even solicit their help with food and snack preparation! Karen’s book contains recipes and colorful pictures, perfect for […] The post Family Connections – “I Hate Brocolli!” Getting Kids to Eat Healthy Food appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Laura Berger and Glen Tibaldeo join Family Connections to describe how to create passion when you find yourself in a rut. The authors of Radical Sabbatical, they found themselves on a corporate hamster wheel and chose to uproot their lives and move to the jungle in Costa Rica with their two cats. They’ll describe how […] The post Family Connections – In a Rut? Shake Up Your LIfe! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Susan Porter joins Family Connections for a stimulating discussion about the negative labels of bullying. Author of The Bully Nation: Why America’s Approach to Childhood Aggression is Bad for Everyone, Dr. Porter challenges our use of ‘bully’ language, including the ‘bully’, ‘victim’, and ‘bystander’. Dr. Porter explains why these terms, and antii-bullying legislation harm […] The post Family Connections – 093013 appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Bridget Swinney, registered dietitian, joins Family Connections to talk about how to prepare for baby’s arrival even before conception! The author of Eating Expectantly, Bridget is a wealth of knowledge regarding foods to include and foods to avoid. She’ll explain why it’s so important for both men and women to eat well before planning a […] The post Family Connections – Eating Expectantly–How Moms and Dads Can Eat For Two appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Lysa Parker joins Family Connections for a special discussion about using attachment parenting to increase children’s ability to be sensitive, compassionate and conscious children. Lysa and Barbara Nicholson are co-authors of Attached At The Heart, and the founders of Attachment Parenting International. They do a superb job of describing the importance of attachment parenting, and […] The post Family Connections – Attached At The Heart–Raising Connected and Compassionate Kids appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. John Mayer, expert on families and healthy lifestyles, provides us with shocking information about sleep deprivation and chronic insomnia in school-age children and college students. The author of “Family Fit: Find Your Balance”, Dr. Mayer discusses the strain lack of sleep puts on students, regardless of age. It’s especially hard after long summer months […] The post Family Connections – Our Children Are Sleep Deprived! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Philip Cicero is a former school superintendent and the author of The Seven Deadly Sins of the K-12 Education System: Costly and Ineffective Programs and Strategies. Dr. Cicero joins Family Connections in a stimulating discussion regarding class size, homework, No Child Left Behind, and high stakes testing. He’ll also talk about teacher training and […] The post Family Connections – The Deadly Sins of Our Educational System appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

If you are wondering how to improve your relationship with your mother-in-law or daughter-in-law, this show is for you! Dr. Deanna Brann, leading author and psychotherapist, and expert in daughter-in-law and mother-in-law relationships, shows how to improve and deepen in-law relationships. Both mothers and wives love their sons and husbands, but may feel entangled with […] The post Family Connections – From Out-law to In-law: Improving Mother-in-law and Daughter-in-law Relationships appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Having a baby is an exciting time! However, relationships often experience distress in the first six to nine months after the baby's birth. Dr. Kristen Mickelson describes the common problems couples experience shortly after a baby's birth. She'll describe the differences between equality and equity, differences in expectations between partners, and what new parents usually […] The post Family Connections – The Parenting Trap–Surviving the Transition to Parenthood appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Buck Runyon, clinical director and chief operations officer for the Center for Discovery Treatment Centers for Eating Disorders, joins Family Connections to discuss the different types of eating disorders, including obesity and binge eating. Buck sheds light on how eating disorders begin, and how to know identify problematic behavior. He describes the inner world of […] The post Family Connections – Obsessed with Food–A Guide to Eating Disorders appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Michael Milgraum shares his expertise and wisdom regarding Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and its multi-generational impact on families. The child of a holocaust survivor, Michael knows firsthand how traumatic experiences affect the entire family. As a psychologist, Michael works with refugees from war-torn parts of Africa who have fled brutal regimes–he understands the lasting […] The post Family Connections – Healing After Trauma appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. David Grayson is considered the world’s leading authority on handwriting analysis. He joins Family Connections on a fascinating journey through handwriting analysis– from looking at handwriting of famous killers, to understanding how we can look at our children’s handwriting to help them with social and academic issues. The author of Handwriting Secrets Revealed: The […] The post Family Connections – What Does Handwriting Reveal About Who We Are? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

  Cynthia Lamy is an expert on preschools! She’ll help you know what to look for when picking a preschool for your child, and how to pick a quality preschool. Cynthia will explain why preschool is so important to children’s future achievement, and will discuss the three landmark studies, and how they have guided high […] The post Family Connections – Planning for Preschool–How Important Is It and How Do You Pick One? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

James Bond, author of The Secret Lives of Fathers, joins Family Connections to explain fathers’ relationships with their daughters. It is often said that a woman’s self-esteem is largely based on how her father treated her, and James describes the importance of a strong, positive relationship between daughters and dads. James is the founder of […] The post Family Connections – Girls Love Their Dads — Creating a Meaningful Relationship with Daughters appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The World Health Organization predicts depression will be the #1 illness in the world by 2030. That’s a staggering statistic, and Dr. Bill Courter joins Family Connections to discuss the importance of making meaningful connections in our daily lives, rather than rely on medication to make our lives better. The author of The Boomer Survival […] The post Family Connections – Your Life is Not a Dress Rehearsal! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Roanna Rosewood, author of the Amazon bestseller Cut, Mended, and Stapled, joins Family Connections to discuss the importance of being an empowered mom-to-be and advocate for your medical care. The mother of three children, Roanna had one needless Cesarean, one Cesarean that saved her life and her baby’s, and one natural homebirth. Her experience led […] The post Family Connections – Be in Charge of Your Pregnancy! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Bob Regazzo, of Save Your Teen Driver, joins Family Connections for a timely show on defensive driving and protecting our teenager when they get behind the wheel. Summer is the deadliest driving season, and the 4th of July holiday is the most dangerous driving holiday of the year. You’ll want to listen to Bob’s advice […] The post Family Connections – “Make Sure Your Teen Drives Safely…and Lives” appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. James Hubbard, the Survival Doctor, joins Family Connections to teach us how to prepare for natural disasters. He’ll show us how to protect our families during a tornado, earthquake, house fire, or just about any disaster you can think of! Dr, Hubbard is a wealth of knowledge, and will describe makeshift ways to treat […] The post Family Connections – Be Prepared For a Safe Summer appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Michael Milgraum shares his expertise and wisdom regarding Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and its multi-generational impact on families. The child of a holocaust survivor, Michael knows firsthand how traumatic experiences affect the entire family. As a psychologist, Michael works with refugees from war-torn parts of Africa who have fled brutal regimes–he understands the lasting […] The post Family Connections – Healing After Trauma appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

If you’re unsure where to vacation this summer, travel writer Lesley King can help! With years of travel experience, Lesley knows the best destinations for family vacations, and places to avoid. Lesley knows the best spots for a limited budget, and the most common errors where travelers overspend. She’ll point out great holiday getaways, and […] The post Family Connections – Need a Vacation? Unsure Where to Go? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

My mom used to say “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. Those words ring true now more than ever. Meryl Nieman joins Family Connections to discuss the importance of play to raise creative and imaginative kids. In our fast-paced society where children are hooked in and plugged in, assessed by high-stakes […] The post Family Connections – Kids Need to Play! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Summer is coming and it’s time to plan vacations! Rob Hartley joins Family Connections to discuss vacationing with your pet. The author of For the Love of My Pet, Rob says our beloved pets are a member of the family and they love to vacation with us! He’ll describe planning you need to do before […] The post Family Connections – Take Your Pet on Vacation! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Tired of excuses you hear from others…your kids, your spouse, or people at work? Frustrated with the excuses you give in your own life? Michael Malkush talks with Family Connections about the five different kinds of ‘buts’ people use to avoid accountability. The author of Nothing Good Comes From A BUT and a former high […] The post Family Connections – Nothing Good Comes from a “BUT…” appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Keith Zafren joins Family Connections in a heartwarming conversation about the importance of fathers in children’s lives. The author of How To Be A Great Dad–No Matter What Kind of Father You Had, and founder of the Great Dads Project, Keith has helped hundreds of prison inmates understand and heal their own woundedness from their […] The post Family Connections – How to Be A Great Dad appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

This week’s episode on Family Connections is a great wake up call to embracing one’s life! Dr. Jeff Skolnick shows us how to reduce stress and become more aware of ourselves. If you feel like you’re going through the motions of living life, and not getting the most out of each moment, Dr. Skolnick will […] The post Family Connections – Awaken Your Brain and Your Life! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

It is possible to be stress-free and pregnant and Dr. Linda Miles explains how on Family Connections. A psychologist specializing in pregnant women for over 30 years, Dr. Miles explains how a mother’s stress and anxiety can impact her baby up to 50 years later. She also describes how expectant moms and dads can become […] The post Family Connections – Be Calm During Your Pregnancy and Create a Happy, Stress-free Child! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Larry Fisher joins Family Connections in a stimulating discussion about severe behavior and mental illness in children. A pediatric neuropsychologist with Meridell Achievement Center in Texas, Dr. Fisher explains when it’s time to consider residential treatment for serious behavior problems and mental illness. You’ll discover what residential treatment programs do, and how they differ […] The post Family Connections – Extreme Behavior! How to Know When Your Child Needs Residential Treatment appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

It’s difficult to watch our parents age and lose their independence, espcially when we know they won’t live forever. What happens when a parent shouldn’t live alone, or is unsafe to drive? Diane Keefe joins Family Connections to discuss how to intervene when parents are no longer able to remain in their own home, care […] The post Family Connections – Hard Choices–Making Tough Decisions About Elder Care and Those We Love appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Join Kelly Bulkeley, author of Children’s Dreams, for a lively discussion about children and dreaming. When do children first start dreaming? You’ll be surprised at the answer! Kelly will talk about nightmares, the meaning of dreams and how to interpret them. He’ll also tell us how to help children express and work through their dreams, […] The post Family Connections – The Dream World of Children appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dona Anderson, Director of the Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness, joins Family Connections to discuss the issues children face when living in poverty. Nearly one in four children lives below the poverty level in our country, and the number has grown during in the economic downturn. Dona explains the effects of poverty and homelessness […] The post Family Connections – There’s No Place Like Home–Unless You Don’t Have One appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

This is a show you don’t want to miss! Barbara Coloroso, renowned author of The Bully, The Bullied, and The Bystander, Kids Are Worth It!, and Extraordinary Evil, joins Family Connections in a stimulating and heartfelt discussion about bullying and its effects not only our children, but our communities, and country. Barbara defines bullying and […] The post Family Connections – We Can Stop Bullying! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The biological urge for a baby can become an obsessive goal for a woman quickly approaching her forties. Lesley King, author of The Baby Pact, and blogger for The Inner Adventure, joins Family Connections to discuss the the developmental and biological issues for women who may be single and want a child in their lives. […] The post Family Connections – When the Fertility Clock is Ticking: Yearning for a Baby at Mid-Life appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Brad Snyder, author of The 5 Simple Truths of Raising Kids: How to Deal with Modern Problems Facing Your Tweens and Teens, joins Family Connections to discuss the myths and truths regarding our adolescents. Despite all of the negative press and worry about kids engaging in risky behavior like sex and drugs,Snyder says kids are […] The post Family Connections – Do We Really Know Our Kids? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Chris Ferguson, professor of psychology and criminal justice at Texas A&M International University and author of Suicide Kings, joins Family Connections in the second of a 2-part series on violence and mass homicides. Dr.Ferguson is a noted author and researcher in the area of violence and mental health issues. Dr. Ferguson will identify the […] The post Family Connections – No More! Everything You Need to Know about Mass Homicides and How to Stop Them appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Paula Felps, author of the Sexual Abuse Resource Guide and Pedophiles Don’t Discriminate! joins Family Connections for a great discussion on the prevalence of sexual assaults on children, and basic prevention strategies. Parents frequently stress about this topic, but may not be sure about how to talk with their kids without scaring them. This program […] The post Family Connections – Protect Your Child! How to Empower, Not Scare Your Child and Prevent Sexual Abuse appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Chris Ferguson, professor of psychology and criminal justice at Texas A&M International University and author of Suicide Kings, joins Family Connections in the second of a 2-part series on violence and mass homicides.  Dr.Ferguson is a noted author and researcher in the area of violence and mental health issues.  Dr. Ferguson will identify the top three variables […] The post Family Connections – No More! Everything You Need to Know about Mass Homicides and How to Stop Them appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Dr. Frank Farley, psychology professor at Temple University, shares his insights regarding firearms, their historical role in our country, and our nation’s strong pro-gun ownership lobby. Our country stood together, horrified and shaken, after the Newtown, Connecticutt school shooting. Trying to get our heads around violence perpetrated against children and those who dedicate their lives […] The post Family Connections – Gun Violence: Why Does it Keep Happening? appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Bill Bigelow, former high school educator and curriculum editor for Rethinking Schools, discusses America’s history that’s not taught in our schools. Bill explains why aspects of America’s history are left out, from Christopher Columbus to the Mexican-American War. He describes how leaving out and accurately portraying history impacts America’s children, and prevents equality and equity […] The post Family Connections – The History We Were Never Taught appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Joseph Padgal, author of Firedance, creates an amazing backdrop for learning to let go and move on from wounds, resentments, and anger. Joseph lends stories from his childhood to help listeners understand the importance of emerging of trauma and anger to forgiveness and compassion. If you are eager to begin a new year less burdened […] The post Family Connections – Letting Go of Emotional Baggage for the New Year appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Sometimes holidays bring up old hurts and issues that derail our personal growth. Mark Beecham, author of No Xcuses! joins Family Connections with practical and realistic ways to move out of excuses and into personal accountabiliy. Mark explains how trauma and wounds can impact one’s life for years; however, he also discusses the need to […] The post Family Connections – No More Excuses! Be Responsible for the Life You Want appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Mike Moyer joins Family Connections to illustrate his creative and effective method to get students into the college of their choice, especially prestigious colleges, specific programs, or colleges with low acceptance rates. Often college admissions receive thousands of applications and students need to set themselves apart from other applicants. The author of How to Make […] The post Family Connections – How to Make Colleges Want You! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Everyone agrees kids are important. Ted Lempert of Children Now and the Children’s Movement talks with us about the cracks in services to children, and how we’re failing to make sure all children have equitable and equal opportunities and access to early education, healthcare, and K-12 education. While budget issues are being debated in Congress […] The post Family Connections – Falling Through the Cracks–Where We’re Failing America’s Kids and What You Can Do appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Having a baby is an exciting time! However, relationships often experience distress in the first six to nine months after the baby’s birth. Dr. Kristen Mickelson describes the common problems couples experience shortly after a baby’s birth. She’ll describe the differences between equality and equity, differences in expectations between partners, and what new parents usually […] The post Family Connections – The Parenting Trap–Surviving the Transition to Parenthood appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

All parents struggle with the right words to help children through grief and loss. Children’s literature can help kids work through feelings, find solutions to difficult problems, and develop compassion and understanding. Dr. Mia Mercurio-Morse, professor of Special Education and Reading at Southern Connecticutt State University, provides detailed information about children’s literature, and specific books […] The post Family Connections – Great Reads–Using Stories to Help Children Cope appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

We all have a mental picture of the ideal holiday. Whether it is the classic Norman Rockwell painting or a fantasy of the perfect family, real families sometimes, and more often than not, just don’t measure up. Dr. Georgianna Donadio joins Family Connections to discuss research gleaned from 30 years of studying whole health, behavior […] The post Family Connections – Help Me Survive the Holidays! appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Divorce can be messy and painful. Collaborative divorce attorney, Cat Zavis, describes ways to end a marriage while minimizing the emotional and financial stress, and the negative toll divorce takes on children. Ms. Zavis describes different divorce options, and the best ways to minimize the effects on the kids. As an attorney and a divorced […] The post Family Connections – You May Hate Your Ex But Your Kids Don’t appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Cinderella, Snow White…stepparents are stereotypically cast as malevolent characters. However, stepparents aren’t typically wicked, and families of divorce aren’t “broken”. Whether a stepparent or step-sibling, one-third of all Americans are part of a step family. Learn how to create a healthy and happy blended family, specific ways to communicate with your children and your ex, […] The post Family Connections – Beyond the Wicked Stepparent appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

What happens to soldiers when they return home after deployment? How do families cope with the transitions, especially when soldiers have 3 to 4 deployments? Listen to Julie Madsen, Director of Psychological Health (DPH) for the Washington State National Guard’s Psychological Health Program, discuss the needs of military families. She’ll also describe the specific issues […] The post Family Connections – Military Families After Deployment appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

Good nutrition helps kids do better in school. What kids eat for breakfast and lunch impacts how they concentrate. Good sleep habits helps them stay alert and focused throughout the day. As the cold and flu season approaches, its important to know how to keep kids healthy so they don’t miss school. Many childhood disorders, […] The post Family Connections – Giving Kids A Healthy Start in School appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.