Podcast appearances and mentions of florence ann

Today, Loretta Brown welcomes Florence Ann Romano! Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital and a proud member of the board of directors at Female Strong.  She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words)Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” stress daily. In an advisory issued on August 28th, the U.S. Surgeon General called parental stress an urgent public health issue. The advisory is a call to action, drawing attention to the stressors that threaten the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers and emphasizing the critical connection between parental mental health and children's long-term development.Florence Ann has also been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets nationwide, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.  She is also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America!Find out more at:  https://florenceann.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, Loretta Brown welcomes Florence Ann Romano! Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital and a proud member of the board of directors at Female Strong.  She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words) Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” stress daily. In an advisory issued on August 28th, the U.S. Surgeon General called parental stress an urgent public health issue. The advisory is a call to action, drawing attention to the stressors that threaten the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers and emphasizing the critical connection between parental mental health and children's long-term development. Florence Ann has also been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets nationwide, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.  She is also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America! Find out more at:  https://florenceann.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, Loretta Brown welcomes Florence Ann Romano! Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a Director on the Foundation Board at Lurie Children's Hospital and a proud member of the board of directors at Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words) Almost half of American parents surveyed say they face “overwhelming” stress daily. In an advisory issued on August 28th, the U.S. Surgeon General called parental stress an urgent public health issue. The advisory is a call to action, drawing attention to the stressors that threaten the mental health and well-being of parents and caregivers and emphasizing the critical connection between parental mental health and children's long-term development. Florence Ann has also been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets nationwide, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. She is also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America! Find out more at: https://florenceann.com/

In this heartwarming episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Florence Ann Romano, a personal growth strategist, author, and businesswoman known as the Windy City Nanny. With over 15 years of experience in childcare, Florence Ann brings invaluable insights on family, community support, and the multifaceted nature of loss and healing.   Florence Ann shares her journey and the inspiration behind her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, where she identifies six essential villagers who play crucial roles in supporting our physical, mental, and emotional health.   Wendy and Florence Ann delve into the importance of building your own village, especially in midlife, and discuss the challenges and rewards of finding and nurturing these vital relationships.   Join Wendy and Florence Ann for an engaging conversation filled with warmth, wisdom, and practical tips on creating a supportive community. Learn about the six archetypes of villagers and how to identify who you need in your life, as well as how to show up as a valuable member of others' villages.   This episode is packed with inspiring stories and actionable advice that will leave you ready to build your own village and embrace the power of community.   Don't miss this episode that reminds us all of the importance of connection and the beauty of having a village to rely on through every stage of life.  

Let's discuss the friendship recession. In this episode of Bar Fights, we are continuing our conversation with author and personal growth strategist, Florence Ann Romano, as she shares her expertise on how to find more depth in your friendships and communities. As the social landscape of our world changes, so does the nature of our relationships. If you are feeling lost and isolated, the first step to building better and more fulfilling relationships is to lean into your values. Find what makes your heart flutter and the path to healthy, well-rounded, companionship and community will become so much clearer! As you follow that path, you'll find that navigating the world-wide friendship recession is a lot simpler than you might think! For more information about Florence Ann and where you can buy her book visit:https://florenceann.com/book/

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, (Beyond Words, February 21, 2023) After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is.  Florence Ann also has been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.  She is also currently a regular expert on over 10 various national TV affiliates across America! FIND HER HERE: https://florenceann.com/ Social Media Links: Instagram: http://instagram.com/florenceann.romano  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomano/  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/florenceannromano/ Milkshake Link In Bio: http://msha.ke/florenceannromano  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU8QFYZsGHHkRVmUgGnWMiQPodcast website: www.FingerPaintingTheFuture.com

"It really does take a village!" Today on Bar Fights we're sitting down with author, personal growth strategist, and philanthropist Florence Ann Romano as we unpack what it truly means to establish, nurture, and maintain community. Florence Ann's latest publication "Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life" provides a much-needed roadmap to how we can identify who and what we need to have a reliable support system to carry us through every season of life. For more information about Florence Ann and where you can buy her book visit: https://florenceann.com/book/

Join us as I welcome Florence Ann Romano to discuss how to build your very own village (community). Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and seasoned businesswoman. With over fifteen years of experience as a childcare provider, Florence, is a beacon of knowledge on childcare, family support, and the value of community in the modern era. Hailing from the outskirts of Chicago, she brings to life the adage It takes a village, emphasising the critical role of communal bonds in every stage of life through her latest work, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life. As the Vice President of Business Strategy for Yakkety Yak and an advisor, Florence Ann also dedicates her efforts to philanthropy, serving on the boards of the Children's Research Fund and Female Strong, and as a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Whether you're seeking to redefine your current community or starting from scratch, we will dis-cuss the tools necessary to foster the villager qualities within yourself and recognise them in others. In an era when it is easy to become isolated and lonely, we will be discussing how to cultivate your village for a joyful, interconnected life both personally and in building your business community.

Do you know what your attachment style is? Are you aware of how it impacts your relationships?In this episode, Florence Ann Romano shares her unique perspective on community, childcare, attachment styles, and relationships. Florence Ann is an Author, Active Childcare Advocate, Personal Growth Strategist, a member of the Board of Directors at the Children's Research Fund, and a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.Throughout this episode, Florence Ann shares her thoughts on attachment styles and how they mold our personal and romantic relationships, the link between building a village and philanthropy, and parenting tips to raise happy and successful children. Florence Ann also talks about how to build supportive communities for special needs children, the buildup of her latest book, "Build Your Village," and much more.Tune in to Episode 431 of Becoming Your Best and learn from Florence Ann Romano how to build the perfect village around you and your loved ones.Some Questions I Ask:What are attachment styles? And how do we develop those? (6:20)What would your recommendation be to build strong relationships as you observe these different styles of attachment? (15:00)In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about Florence Ann's background (3:10)The advantages of identifying your attachment style (13:00)It is all about how you show up for other people (18:10)Florence Ann shares her advice as a former nanny to create happy, successful children (21:10)How to build supportive communities for special needs children (25:00)Connect with Florence Ann Romano:WebsiteInstagramTikTokFacebookBook: Florence Ann Romano - Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of LifeBecoming Your Best Resources:Becoming Your Best WebsiteBecoming Your Best University WebsiteBecoming Your Best LibraryEmail: support@becomingyourbest.comBook: Becoming Your Best: The 12 Principles of Highly Successful LeadersBook: Conquer Anxiety: How to Overcome Anxiety and Optimize Your PerformanceFacebook Group – Conquer Anxiety Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the threads of community unravel, where do you find the strength to weave them back together? Florence Ann Romano, the Windy City Nanny, has transitioned from caring for children to guiding us all in stitching the tapestry of our own lives. In our latest podcast episode, she brings a tapestry of wisdom and warmth, discussing her journey and her latest book, "Build Your Village." Her insights on the profound impact of community and the six archetypal villagers she describes are like finding the missing pieces to a puzzle you've been trying to solve. As we explore the intertwining of joy and service, you're invited to reflect on your own relationships and the active choices you make in cultivating them.Embrace the rhythm of life with a song in your heart and a newfound understanding of the courage it takes to reach out and find your tribe. Whether it's a change as significant as a family divorce or simply the passage of time altering your social connections, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that joy can be found even when sorrow seems to loom large. Listen along as Florence Ann and I share personal stories and professional insights into building a community that dances to the beat of love, service, and proactive engagement in life's ever-shifting journey. Let the joy of living propel you, and may you find the inspiration to clap along, seek out your village, and shine.FLORENCE ANN can be found here:https://florenceann.com/KIM DUFF SELBY:https://www.kimduffselby.com/

In this thought-provoking episode, Lindsay sits down with Florence Ann Romano, author of “Build Your Village,” to delve into the urgent need for supportive communities amidst concerning teen well-being statistics and the toll of social media on mental health.Main Themes:Troubling Trends in Well-being and Social Media: Florence Ann shares her insights on the current state of teen mental health and the adverse effects of social media usage, setting the stage for a broader conversation on the necessity of human connection.The “Friendship Recession”: Romano introduces the concept of a “friendship recession,” a worldwide decrease in meaningful connections affecting people of all ages, and the imperative to counteract this trend.Six Archetypes of Supportive Community Members: A key highlight of the discussion is the introduction of six essential archetypes that Romano believes are foundational in building and nurturing one's community.Intentional Engagement and Self-Discovery: The conversation pivots to the importance of actively seeking out connections, understanding oneself, and fostering personal growth to become better, more supportive companions.Navigating Relationship Complexities: Romano emphasizes the significance of acceptance, intention, and mindfulness in strengthening community ties, as well as the complex nature of relationships.Combating Loneliness and Leveraging Diversity: The challenges of loneliness are addressed alongside the positive influence that diverse perspectives can have on an individual's well-being.Embracing Individuality and Practical Strategies: The episode encourages listeners to appreciate their unique contributions to their communities, recognize their personal value, and apply practical strategies when facing life's transitions.Conscious Steps Towards Connection: Practical advice is given on how to take proactive measures, remain open-minded, and experiment with different methods to build and maintain relationships.The Role of Compassion and Empathy: Sharing personal stories, Romano promotes compassion and empathy as fundamental to creating strong bonds and advises on how to engage in compassionate behavior for self-improvement and community benefit.Florence Ann not only sheds light on the importance of community in an increasingly disconnected world but also provides listeners with actionable steps to foster meaningful connections. This episode is a call to action for anyone looking to create a supportive village in their own lives. Resources:“Build Your Village” by Florence Ann RomanoFlorence Ann Romano's  website and Instagram - visit!Remember to subscribe and share this episode if you've found it enlightening. Join us next time as we continue to explore topics that help families teach children resilience and foundational stress management tools.Lindsay Miller is a distinguished kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay's words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To sign up for Lindsay's "Calm & Collected" Newsletter click here.

Hello friends! Today we're joined by a special guest, Florence Ann Romano. She is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and a businesswoman. With over 15 years of experience as a nanny, Florence Ann had the unique opportunity to encounter many family dynamics. Her innate curiosity about human interactions and the depth of emotional connections provided her a front-row seat to the complexities of love and kinship in the homes she nurtured. In today's episode you'll hear about: -finding your village during a friendship recession -fear of rejection in friendships -practicing unselfishness without keeping score in friendships I can't wait for you to listen to this episode and share what resonated with you most. If you're looking to get clearer on more of what matters to you, click the link ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get more information.  I am honored to show up each week for the conversation we're having on the More of What Matters podcast and bring you inspiring and actionable content that I hope is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can help me build this community is to subscribe to the show and leave a 5 star review!  By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps our download numbers and makes sure you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GO HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to subscribe and review! Come connect with me on Instagram, I would love to hear your story! -behind the scenes of everyday life: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alwaysa⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -business & life coaching: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andreaolsoncoaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -the podcast:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @moreofwhatmatterspodcast⁠⁠ limiting beliefs | entrepreneurship | personal growth strategy | friendship recession| friendship | relationships | meaningful connections | self-awareness | motherhood aspirations | family dynamics | rebuilding friendships | self-reflection | reciprocal relationships | honesty | life coaching | business coaching | female entrepreneurs | online business

Air Date - 07 March 2024Everyone has heard the phrase, “It takes a village,” but how exactly do we find our village? Who is in it, and what does it look like?My guest this week on Vox Novus, philanthropist and businesswoman Florence Ann Romano, answers these questions and more, helping you to build lasting relationships with those in your life, dispel isolation, and improve your overall happiness and health. Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist and author with a sparkling personality. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, Florence Ann, formerly known as The Windy City Nanny, is the authority on childcare and family and village support in this new millennium. Her website is https://florenceann.com/, and she joins me this week to share her experience and book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life.#FlorenceAnnRomano #BuildYourVillage #VoxNovus #VictorFuhrman #NewThought #Lifestyle #Metaphysics #Paranormal #SpiritualityVisit the Vox Novus Show Page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/vox-novus/Connect with Victor Fuhrman at http://victorthevoice.com/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. After spending fifteen+ years as a childcare provider, Florence Ann, formerly known as The Windy City Nanny, is the authority on childcare and family and village support. She demonstrates that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but how important the need for community truly is. Her latest book is “Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life” (Beyond Words). Florence Ann flourishes as both an advisor for and the Vice President of Business Strategy for Yakkety Yak. A proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund and Female Strong, she's also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Florence Anne's been featured on 500+ national and local media outlets including SHERRI, ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. She's also a regular expert on over 10 national TV affiliates across America!

We all learn toxic stuff from our parents but it's our job to unlearn those patterns and behaviors because they often get replicated in both romantic relationships and friendships. Today's special guest, Florence Ann Romano, is an expert in relationships and understanding how to unlearn some of these toxic traits and better identify our relational habits in order to foster healthier long term bonds with those close to us.  Her latest book, Build Your Village, delves into the significance of the connections, relationships, and influences that shape our identities. It offers readers a practical and strategic guide, not only to improve their lives but also to love more deeply and completely, benefiting everyone around us. Florence Ann is the leading voice on how to embrace this approach every day.Similar to a framework like love languages, she teaches several personas that make up a supportive village, and highlights that while individuals may possess traits from multiple archetypes, they primarily foster relationships based on one. Florence Ann Romano is an author, philanthropist, businesswoman, personal growth strategist, and village and childcare advocate with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. For more information, visit www.florenceannromano.com.  

Ep 201 - Hello Health Heroes! During the shutdowns during Covid-19 many people went into total isolation. Older folks in nursing homes were not visited by their families, children were masked and not allowed to play with their friends and you couldn't even go into a hospital to see your loved ones. All of these ridiculous measures created a extreme amount of loneliness, depression, stress, weight gain and spike in disease, death and suicide. I was very excited to meet Florence Ann Romano and have her come on the show and talk about the importance of building your tribe. I have known for years that human beings REQUIRE others to be in their life if they wish to have a long healthy, happy life. That is literally how we are wired genetically and the blue zones and all the data gathered in that study clearly show that is true. When the CDC moved the milestones for children development Ann got upset and started taking action. I hope you enjoy this episode and you also build your tribe for life long success and happiness! Please like & subscribe to my show for more great inspiration and education so that you can become your own doctor and learn to self heal. And if you know someone that this show could help please share it with them and pay it forward! Love & Light Coach Tim. To contact Ann or get a copy of her book “Build Your Tribe” go to: https://florenceann.com/ Tim's Favorite, HIGHEST QUALITY Health Product Recommendations: ●  Best Detox & Nutrition Supplements: https://www.chemicalfreebody.com/ ●  Best Hydrogen Machine: Tim's personal unit - CLICK HERE ●  Best Infrared Saunas & Healing Lamps: Tim's personal unit - Save $100 CLICK HERE ●  Water Purification/Restructuring System: Book FREE Consult CLICK HERE ●  Best Home Air Purification Unit : Tim's personal unit CLICK HERE ●  Best Non Toxic Home Building Materials: CLICK HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who's in your tribe? Dating is not a solo sport…It takes a village! Ready to cultivate healthy relationships by creating a strong community? Join Kimmy and special guest Florence Ann Romano as they delve into the importance of building your village and how cultivating a supportive community boosts your love life.   Episode 328 of Charisma Quotient-Building A Dating Dream Team: Interview with Florence Ann Romano.     In this episode, Kimmy chats with Florence Ann Romano, a personal growth strategist and author of "Build Your Village." As Florence shares her journey from childcare provider to community-focused advocate, you'll hear about the importance of building a supportive tribe, and the power of positive energy. You'll hear stories of reshuffling friendships, creating intentional social plans, and finding supportive networks during challenging times. Kimmy and Florence also touch on finding passion and purpose, the significance of authentic conversation, and the value of philanthropy in building connections.   If you're feeling isolated and have a strong desire to build your tribe to gain support in your love life, then sign up for Kimmy's next upcoming Co-Ed interactive virtual workshop called Meeting People IRL: Tuesday, January 23rd www.stophatingdating.com. Join Kimmy personally with a group of singles who can become your tribe instantly!   But hurry spots are limited!   Charisma Quotient Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many of your other favorite podcast channels. ************************************************⁣ Kimmy Seltzer is a Confidence Therapist and Authentic Dating Strategist implementing targeted style, emotional and social intelligence to your life. ⁣ ************************************************⁣ Would you like to connect with Kimmy?⁣ Website:  https://kimmyseltzer.com/⁣ Chat:  https://meetme.so/kimbreakthrough⁣ Instagram: @kimmyseltzer Twitter: @kimmyseltzer Join her FREE Facebook Group Love Makeover Insiders:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovemakeovers  

Our guest this week is Florence Ann Romano of Hinsdale, IL a village and child care advocate, entrepreneur, author of two books and the oldest of four siblings, including a brother with Autism. Florence Ann served as a nanny for more than 15 years, which led to a variety of opportunities including; starting the web series The Windy City Nanny, which covered the lives of 12 families, her first book entitled 'Nanny and Me' and more than 200 speaking engagements. She also founded Kindred Content, a woman-owned digital content company, more recently acquired by Yakkety Yak, where she is a Vice-President of Business Strategy. Florence's second book is 'Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life' which was published earlier this year. In it we learn about the six types of villagers everyone can benefit from as well as strategies for building meaningful and healthy relationships. We'll hear about Florence's fascinating life, including: the influence of her faith, her Nana & Papa, the relationship with her dad (and mom), her volunteer and philanthropy efforts, her experience with IVF and the influence that Michael, her younger brother with Autism, has had on her life and beyond.That's all on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast. Show LinksEmail – florenceannromano1@gmail.comLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/florenceannromano/Website - https://florenceann.com/Build Your Village - https://tinyurl.com/mpne3sbcNanny & Me - http://tinyurl.com/3k6v83b3Misericordia's - https://www.misericordia.comGiant Steps: Serving The Autism Community - https://www.mygiantsteps.org Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated. There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channe... Please support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/do...Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/SFN Dads Mastermind Group - https://21stcenturydads.org/sfn-mastermind-group/Discover more about the Dads Honor Ride 2023 - https://21stcenturydads.org/2023-dads-honor-ride/Find out about Horizon Therapeutics – Science and Compassion Working Together To Transform Lives. https://www.horizontherapeutics.com/

On this episode of AGELESS, Jayna is joined again by Florence Ann Romano. She is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She is the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak, a full service content marketing agency. Florence Ann is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium, AND she has had more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann shows us that, not only is the saying, “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is. And her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life was released nationwide earlier this year. Jayna and Florence Ann go deep into people pleasing, toxic relationships, and connections.Follow Florence Ann here:https://florenceannromano.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florenceann.romanoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomano LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/florenceannromano/ Follow Jayna Rylee for BTS here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayna_rylee/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jayna.ryleeTikTok: @jaynaryleeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jaynaryleeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayna-rylee-68664222/https://jaynarylee.com/

 Isolation, loneliness, depression - these words have become all too common lately. As we emerge from a global pandemic that upended life as we knew it, many of us are struggling to reconnect and find a sense of community. Personally, I too have felt the strain on relationships and a yearning for more meaningful social bonds.  That's why I'm so excited for my latest podcast episode where I interview Florence Ann Romano, an expert on building social connections. She wrote the book "Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life" – and she's the perfect person to help us rebuild our villages! In this interview, Florence Ann and I have a real heart-to-heart on why community matters, the different relationship "archetypes" people embody, and actionable tips to strengthen old ties or form new ones. She shares vulnerable stories from her own life that illustrate core concepts, bringing such warmth and compassion to the conversation.  A few key insights that stuck out:- Loneliness can be as damaging to health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Community is essential medicine.  - We often focus selfishly on "what can others do for me" versus "how can I show up for them." Shift your mindset.- Join groups and causes aligned to your values. I walked away feeling hopeful and equipped to proactively nourish my relationships and connections. The timing of this message truly couldn't be better. I hope you'll tune into this soul-filling discussion with incredible wisdom from Florence Ann's journey. Get ready to start rebuilding your village! Here's how you can connect with Florence Ann: Website:https://florenceann.com Instagram - @florenceann.romanoFacebook - @FlorenceARomano YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU8QFYZsGHHkRVmUgGnWMiQ Book - Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of LifeWant to rewrite the narrative of your life and health? Visit the link below to see if our 1:1 coaching services are a perfect fit for your long term goals: https://calendly.com/thesilveredge/coaching-inquiry Want more over 50 health and wellness goodness? Check out our private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/silveredgefitness

Who are the most important people in your life and how do you grow your community? Our guest this week is Florence Ann Romano, an accomplished author, childcare advocate, and champion of family support. In this episode, we explore the profound influence of Florence Ann's grandparents, who instilled a deep understanding of the importance of fostering connections. They imparted the invaluable lesson that building strong connections and inviting others into our hearts is a source of strength rather than weakness. With over 15 years of experience as a nanny, Florence Ann has not only authored books and advocated for childcare but has also been actively involved in organizations supporting pediatric research and childhood education. As a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council, Florence Ann is affectionately known as "Auntie Lo" to the honorary kids in her life.  She is also the author of the new book, Build Your Village, which she wrote after the COVID pandemic, when it became evident that nearly everyone globally was having trouble rebuilding quality connections.  Everyone needs a community of supportive people around them. Join us in this episode to discover the six archetypes of a healthy community, how to find the right people for your village, and what to do when your village is lost. What We Discuss in this Episode Defining the concept of a "Village" and understanding how to create one. Identifying the life stages where having a Village is most crucial. Strategies for recognizing potential villagers. The significance of the six archetypes and whether all six are necessary. Ensuring that you have the right people in the right seats within your Village. Practical tips for effectively requesting the support and help you need. How to become a better villager to those in your community. Common obstacles that hinder people from building their own Village. Navigating the challenges when your Village is disrupted or lost. Hearing about personal experiences in identifying needs and constructing one's own Village. Complete Show Notes: https://leadersoftransformation.com/podcast/relationships/471-the-power-of-community-finding-joy-and-connection-in-every-stage-of-life-with-florence-ann-romano   

Personal growth strategist, philanthropist, and Build Your Village author, the wonderful Florence Ann Romano joins Heather to talk about why YOU need a village, the types of villagers you may encounter in life... and who on the RHOC cast fits each type!!! Check out our great sponsors! Hanna Andersson: Need holiday PJs? Visit HannaAndersson.com/heather and use code HEATHER for 20% off your first order! Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/heather Embrace: Love your pet? Head to EmbracePetInsurance.com/heather and sign up for pet insurance today.

Happiness Solved with Sandee Sgarlata. In this episode, Sandee interviews Florence Ann Romano. Florence Ann Romano is an author, personal growth strategist, philanthropist, businesswoman, and village and childcare advocate with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak, a strategic branding and content production company for businesses. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund, an incredible organization that supports the pediatric research at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council and is on the board of directors for Female Strong, a non-profit organization that seeks to empower girls by teaching valuable leadership and business skills. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano earned a bachelor of science degree in performance theatre at Bradley University. Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is. Connect with Dmitri: www.FlorenceAnn.com  Connect with Sandee www.sandeesgarlata.com Podcast: www.happinesssolved.com www.facebook.com/coachsandeesgarlata www.twitter.com/sandeesgarlata www.instagram.com/coachsandeesgarlata    

This week, Gabrielle is joined by Florence Ann Romano to dive into the complexities of friendship and community building and how to focus your energy on the people that truly f%cking matter. She is the author of "Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life” and today she's sharing the six essential people you absolutely need in your community to help it thrive. Whether it's advice on how to part ways with toxic pals or how to set boundaries in your friendships, we're covering it all! Florence dishes out practical advice on recognizing when friendships have run their course and the importance of making room for new, more vibrant connections. It's all about creating space to be your best self. You don't want to miss this episode!    Be sure to follow Florence Ann on Instagram and order her book Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life  Huge thank you to these incredible sponsors for supporting our show:    Factor — Head to factormeals.com/fmltalk50 and use code fmltalk50 to get 50% off.  Little Spoon — Go to littlespoon.com/fmltalk and enter our code FMLTALK at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon order.  Liquid IV — Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off when you go to liquidiv.com and use code FMLTALK at checkout.   Babbel —For a limited time, FML listeners can get 55% off your Babbel subscription when you go to Babbel.com/FML   Osea —This summer, take your glow to go with clean, vegan skincare and body care from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code FMLTALKS at OSEAMalibu.com.  ZocDoc —Go to Zocdoc.com/gabrielle and download the Zocdoc app for FREE to find and  book a top-rated doctor today.     Follow your host!     TikTok: @gabrielle_stone    Instagram: @gabriellestone & @fmltalkpodcast    YouTube: FML TALK    Website: www.eatprayfml.com        Plus, if you want to submit an FML story, email it to info@eatprayfml.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, (Beyond Words) After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is.  Florence Ann also has been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. She is also currently a regular expert on over 10 various national TV affiliates across America!   Listen to this episode of Whinypaluza, with Florence Ann Romano about navigating your child's interaction with social media and the digital world, as well as how to build your social community. Here is what to expect on this week's show: Florence's path to being a personal growth strategist- why it is so important to keep growing as a person Why Florence was drawn to learning how children react to social media and the digital world When is the right age for your child to be on social media? What if they are already on it? Customizing YOUR child's access to the digital world Building your child's social media skills- what you should know Having honest conversations with your children about what they see on social media and how they react to it Don't be afraid to watch what your kid is watching- keep the conversation open to discussion Tools to help monitor your child's communication on social media platforms Addressing time limits and establishing boundaries Paying attention to what behavior you are modeling for your kids Encouraging in-person interactions with your kids and their friends- why is it important? Building your social village- how should it be structured? Learn about the 6 archetypes of people in your life. Teaching your kids about being respectful of others and themselves   Connect with Florence Ann: Website https://florenceann.com/  Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life https://florenceann.com/book/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/florenceann.romano/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomano TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@florenceann.romano Follow Rebecca Greene Blog  https://www.whinypaluza.com/ Book 1  https://bit.ly/WhinypaluzaBook Book 2 https://bit.ly/whinybook2 Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/whinypaluzaparenting Instagram https://www.instagram.com/becgreene5/ @becgreene5 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@whinypaluzamom?lang=en @whinypaluzamom   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Connect with your virtual village and find hope - you are worthy and deserve love!"   It takes a village, but it's not about the quantity of people, it's the quality of people that you're looking to attract in your life - everyone deserves to find their people, and it's about being intentional about how you are building and creating this kind of personal ecosystem for your life. Everyone is worthy of finding their people - no matter what your personality is like, no matter what your age, no matter what season you are in your life, you can come back to this book   Florence Ann Romano is an author, philanthropist, businesswoman, personal growth strategist, and village and childcare advocate. With a Bachelor of Science degree in Performance Theater from Bradley University, Romano has more than 500 media appearances discussing childcare and family support, and her book, "Build Your Village," encourages readers to create a strong and supportive community in their lives. After being a nanny for many years, Florence Ann Romano saw how all the moments she shared with the children she took care of truly made a difference in their lives. Upon seeing a particular child at a mutual friend's wedding and hearing how she was still the voice in her head, Florence realized the power of connection and began to advocate for the importance of building a village. She wanted everyone to know that no matter their age, they deserved to find their people and that no one is exempt from having a village for support. Florence reminded everyone that everyone is worthy of finding their own place in the world and that it takes both self-awareness and vulnerability to make meaningful connections.     This 30-minute episode is on: How can we create tight-knit, compassionate, and empathetic environments for our families? What does it mean to have a "love style" instead of a "lifestyle"? How can we cultivate meaningful virtual relationships that provide nourishment and support?     Get in touch with Florence: https://florenceannromano.com/ https://www.instagram.com/florenceann.romano/ https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomano Build Your Village Book: https://www.amazon.com/Build-Your-Village-Finding-Community/dp/158270886X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JJTATK7PZT43&keywords=build+your+village+florence+ann+romano&qid=1680205828&sprefix=build+yoru+village%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1     Florence Ann's Free Offer: Access Florence's News Letter:     Get in touch with Jana and listen to more Podcasts: https://www.janashort.com/   Show Music ‘Hold On' by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music.     Get Your Free Copy of Best Holistic Life Magazine! One of the fastest-growing independent magazines centered around holistic living. https://www.bestholisticlife.com/bhl-subscription/ Grab your gift today: https://www.janashort.com/becoming-the-next-influencers-download-offer/ Connect with Jana Short: https://www.janashort.com/contact/

Florence Ann Romano is the author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life.  She was born and raised just outside of Chicago where she spent more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which time she was known as the Windy City Nanny. I wanted to have her on the show because I really appreciate the way she translates the idea of needing a village to all life stages, situations and circumstances. She wears many hats that no doubt contribute to her unique perspective and expertise. In addition to being an author, she is a personal growth strategist, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She is on the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund, a nonprofit called Female Strong that provides programs and mentorship to middle and high school age girls, and she is a founding member of the Sesame Street's Leadership Council.   Resources Learn more about Florence Ann here Build your village (book) IG: florenceann.romano Mother Wit General Resources Thriving After Birth⁠⁠ (an online course) Comprehensive Care⁠⁠ 60 Min Consultation⁠⁠: Use discount code- FirstConsult10%off Instagram: @mother.wit.maternity NEW ⁠⁠Exercise in the perinatal period: For healthcare providers⁠⁠ (an online course) Support the show

Connie's motivational quote for today is by – Malala Yousafzai, “Let us make our future now, and let us make our dreams tomorrow's reality.”   YouTube: https://youtu.be/qTeQMjsH9u0   Check Out These Highlights:    Coined by the American Survey Center in 2021, the “Friendship Recession” is a term used to describe the alarming phenomenon researchers are seeing among adults who report lacking close friendships. According to their data, the number of men and women reporting not having any close friendships is rising—15% of men and 10% of women in America. By contrast, in 1990, only 3% of men reported having no close friends.   Lost in seclusion, people everywhere seem to be having trouble connecting again. Many cannot find their way back to their “village,” and they are suffering historical levels of loneliness, anxiety, and depression because of it.   About Florence Ann Romano:   Florence is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality.   With an eye for marketing, she flourishes as an advisor and vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund and Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.    After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, she is the childcare and family support authority in this new millennium.  Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence wants to show people that the saying “It takes a village” is not only true but also how critical the need for community is.   How to Get in Touch With Florence Ann Romano:   Website:   www.florenceann.com   Stalk me online! LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Download Free Communication Style Assessment: www.whitmanassoc.com/csa All-Star Community:  https://changingthesalesgame.mykajabi.com/All-Star-Community Enlightenment of Change Facebook group: tinyurl.com/EOCFacebookGroup   Subscribe and listen to the Enlightenment of Change podcast on your favorite podcast streaming service or on YouTube.  New episodes post every week - listen to Connie dive into new sales and business topics or problems you may have in your business.  

We explore the concept of nurturing oneself, highlighting how it fuels the strength and energy needed to love and care unconditionally. You'll gain practical tips and inspiration for incorporating self-care practices into your busy lives. Explore the beauty of cultural connections and their impact on your child's identity. Learn how to navigate complex emotions when your baby forms a bond with a nanny. Discover five essential tips to consider before hiring a nannyFlorence Ann delves into the beautiful journey of parenthood in this heartfelt and insightful episode. Drawing from her own experiences and wisdom gained along the way, Florence shares valuable advice and guidance on how to navigate the joys and challenges of raising children. Florence's compassionate and relatable storytelling style, coupled with her practical advice, will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to embrace the joys and challenges with renewed confidence. https://florenceann.com/book/ HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: @HealSquad TikTok: @HealSquadxMaria APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kXrmaN... HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy's Page: macys.com/healsquad Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mariameno... Patreon: https://patreon.com/HealSquad?utm_med... ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult the health care professional of your choice regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weight loss, or health care program. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions.

Join us for a conversation that transcends parenthood and has great takeaways whether you're a parent or not. We discuss various topics related delicate balance of raising babies, overcoming mom guilt, navigating life's transitions, and fostering a vibrant community. Florence, a seasoned childcare provider imparts invaluable insights gathered from her remarkable journey. She emphasizes the importance of not feeling behind or comparing oneself to others. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking exploration into the challenges faced by those who embark on the adventure of parenthood later in life. Discover how age becomes a wellspring of wisdom, offering a unique perspective on raising children. Embark on a voyage that shines a light on the transformative power of building a supportive village. Brace yourself for the realization that comparing oneself to others or feeling left behind are shackles best left behind. Embrace the notion that there is no singular path to successful parenting and that embracing guidance and support from a nurturing community is not only acceptable but vital. https://florenceann.com/book/ HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: @HealSquad TikTok: @HealSquadxMaria APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kXrmaN... HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy's Page: macys.com/healsquad Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/mariameno... Patreon: https://patreon.com/HealSquad?utm_med... ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos' passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions expressed or contained herein are not intended to serve as or replace medical advice, nor to diagnose, prescribe or treat any disease, condition, illness or injury, and you should consult the health care professional of your choice regarding all matters concerning your health, including before beginning any exercise, weight loss, or health care program. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company's Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions.

Florence Ann Romano florenceannromano.com is an author, philanthropist, businesswoman, childcare and village advocate, and personal growth strategist. A regular guest appearance across local news in the U.S., she is the expert on community and love in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is. In her book, Build Your Village Florence guides readers through building strong relationships and experiencing overall happiness and health in life. The book identifies the six types of villagers that complete a fully-functioning village and challenges readers with gut check questions, quizzes, and action steps for building community. Find out more about Christi Clemons Hoffman and the Radiate Wellness Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Build Your Village & Meaningful RelationshipsAired Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at 11:00 AM PST / 2:00 PM ESTEveryone has heard the phrase, “It takes a village,” but how exactly do we find our village? In this inspiring conversation, personal growth strategist Florence Ann Romano offers insights and tools to help you find your community and start building meaningful and lasting relationships today.About the Guest:Florence Ann Romano is an author, philanthropist, businesswoman, personal growth strategist, and village and childcare advocate with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence Ann is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is. For more information, visit www.FlorenceAnn.com.Social Media:Website: https://florenceannromano.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomanoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/florenceann.romano/Visit the Inspired Conversations show page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/inspired-conversations/Connect with Linda Joy at https://www.linda-joy.com/#MeaningfulRelationships #FlorenceAnnRomano #InspiredConversations #LindaJoySubscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman with a sparkling personality. With an eye for marketing, Romano flourishes as both an advisor for and the vice president of business strategy for Yakkety Yak. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Romano is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium and has more than five hundred media appearances discussing these topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano wants to show people that not only is the saying “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is. She is also the author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words, February 2023). Available for pre-order on AmazonFor more information, visit www.FlorenceAnn.comInstagram | Facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are uncovering effective ways to combat the loneliness epidemic and build meaningful connections in our lives and letting love in.with Florence Ann Romano Author of my favorite book “Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life” Here we delve into the prevalent friendship recession and loneliness epidemic in today's society. We highlight the importance of connection and how it can help alleviate feelings of loneliness. Florence Ann shares helpful tips on how to overcome these challenges and become your own solution. She also delves into the concept of carefully choosing suitable individuals for your village, highlighting the six ideal villagers to have around you. We also touch on issues faced by mothers who feel pressured to "do it all" or those who struggle with asking for help. Have your notebooks ready as you tune into this insightful discussion! Don't miss out on a fantastic chance to interact with Florence Ann and me in real-time on Instagram this Wednesday, April 12th, at 1 pm We're going to be live streaming, and you can get all your questions answered. Make sure you're there, and see you then! https://www.instagram.com/lifeverbspodcast/    Use the Discount Code:  VILLAGER10 to receive 10% OffFlorence Ann Romano's Phenomenal book“Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life” This discount code will be applied within your cart https://beyondword.com/discount/Villager10?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fbuild-your-village-a-guide-to-finding-joy-and-community-in-every-stage-of-life C

https://florenceannromano.com/book/ My Nana and Papa (AKA my grandparents) livedwith my family for years, and they helped me understand what it means to carefor a child. Seeing them look after my siblings and parents taught me one veryimportant lesson: it really does take a village. Letting other people into ourhearts isn't a sign of weakness. If anything, it only makes us stronger! I am a former nanny of 15 years, an author, and anactive childcare advocate. Today, I'm a proud member of the Board of Directors atthe Children's Research Fund, an incredible organization that supports thepediatric research at Lurie Children's Hospital here in Chicago. I'm also a founding member of Sesame Street'sLeadership Council, and I look after the honorary kids in my life on the daily.They call me “Auntie Lo”––stinkin' cute, I know! ‍ I'm always inspired by my family and friends and Itry to live by the motto, “Have courage and be kind.” Life is all about beingpositive; pushing boundaries; opening your heart; and letting in the love. Itruly believe parents will experience beautiful breakthroughs in their homes ifthey simply ask for help––and that's what I am here to do… to encourage andempower you to be the best you can be by letting love in. IT TRULY TAKES AVILLAGE MeetFlorence AnnRomano “I spent more than 15 years as a nanny and I lovedevery minute of working with the most amazing children and families. Now, mygoal is to empower parents to let love in, build their village and ask for helpwhen they need it.” ‍ — FLORENCE ANNROMANO READ MY STORY BUILDYOUR VILLAGE MyNew Book Everyone has heard the phrase, “It takes avillage,” but how exactly do we find our village? Who is in it and what does itlook like? Rethinking the relationships in your life, you may realize that evenif you have a calendar filled with social plans, you still might not have your“village.” In my new book, I answer all of these questions andmore, helping you to build lasting relationships with those in your life,dispel isolation, and improve your overall happiness and health. YOUR VILLAGE IS WAITING FlorenceAnn In The News I've had the AMAZINGopportunity to be asked to speak on a number of different media outlets tospread my passion of childcare. The common theme throughout each of them isteaching families that they are not in this alone! I want every parent,grandparent, sister, uncle — whoever! — to know that it is an absolutely wonderfulthing to lean on those around you. Build your village, let love in, and ask forhelp! In Build Your Village, philanthropist and businesswoman Florence AnnRomano answers these questions and more, helping you to build lastingrelationships with those in your life, dispel isolation, and improve youroverall happiness and health. Each chapter helps you to foster the villagerqualities within yourself and to find others who display these qualities. Fromidentifying the six types of villagers needed to complete a fully functionalvillage to what to do when you've lost your community, this book serves as astep-by step guide complete with quizzes, gut check questions, and action stepsas you learn the importance of support systems as well as how to nurture themand find meaningful connections. Your village is waiting. Now it's time to go andfind it.

Welcome to today's Life Coach Zach podcast where we explore the topic of building a village. You may have heard the phrase "It takes a village," but how do we actually find our village and what does it look like? I am excited to have Florence Ann Romano, a former nanny of 15 years, an author, and an active childcare advocate, as my guest today. She will be discussing her new book "Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life." Florence explains the importance of having a village and the impact it has on our happiness and overall health. She highlights that a village is not just about having people around us but also about having meaningful connections with those individuals. Florence shares practical tips on how to build a village and who should be in it. She emphasizes that your village should consist of individuals who uplift, inspire and support you. It could include family members, friends, coworkers, and even strangers who share similar interests and passions. Florence's book "Build Your Village" offers a valuable guide on how to find joy and community in every stage of life. She encourages listeners to let love in and not be afraid to ask for help when needed. Building a village is not just about having people around us, but it's about forming meaningful connections that enhance our lives. I hope you enjoyed today's episode and I encourage you to grab a copy of Florence's book to learn more about building your village. For more on Florence, look for her on Instagram @florenceann.romano Her website: https://florenceannromano.com/ My new book, "Live Better Now" is out now on Amazon: amzn.to/3csfVGw Zach Rance, Certified Life Coach | Certified Nutritionist Questions, Comments, or Business Inquiries Visit: LifeCoachZach.com Find me on Instagram: @zachrancey --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/zachrance/message

On this episode of AGELESS, Jayna is joined by Florence Ann Romano. She is a personal growth strategist, author, philanthropist, and businesswoman. She is the Vice President of Business Strategy for Yakkety Yak, a full service content marketing agency. Florence Ann is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund as well as Female Strong. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. After spending more than fifteen years as a childcare provider, during which she was known as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann is the authority on childcare and family support in this new millennium, and has had more than five hundred media appearances discussing those topics. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann shows us that, not only is the saying, “It takes a village” true, but also how important the need for community is.Her new book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life was just released nationwide and is available wherever books are sold.Follow Florence Ann here:https://florenceannromano.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florenceann.romanoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomanoFollow Jayna Rylee for BTS here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayna_rylee/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jayna.ryleeTikTok: @jaynaryleeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jaynarylee

Are you a boomer who wants to live a life that's fulfilling, inspiring and packed with opportunities for joy and happiness? If so… you'll want to be sure to take a listen to what our guest, Florence Ann Romano, has to say. Florence Ann is a personal growth strategist and author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life. This wonderful resource was just released in February andprovides strategies for building healthy, supportive friendship networks (also known as villages). Her thoughts are especially crucial for those of us later in life because isolation can be a real problem as we age. If you want to make the most of what can truly be an incredibly special time of life, make certain you tune in for this one!

We're all familiar with the saying “it takes a village”—meaning that for children to grow in a safe and healthy environment, they need to feel supported by an entire community. Yet when the global lockdowns heightened feelings of loneliness and isolation, Florence Ann Romano had a realization: our villages take us well beyond our childhoods. In fact, it's been found that those with a strong community and support system are living longer than those without. Today, Florence Ann guides us through how to build lasting and meaningful connections that define the grounding foundation in your village. You'll leave this conversation inspired to build your village, let love in, and gain the courage to ask for help.

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, businesswoman, philanthropist, and author. After 15 years as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann just released a book, "Build Your Village" that helps you identify the villagers needed in your life to help you and your children succeed. She was born and raised in Chicago in a mulit-generational household, and took lessons learned there, and throughout the rest of her life, to put together this book to help others make the most of their time. To learn more about Florence Ann, and pick up a copy of "Build Your Village," check out her website https://www.florenceann.com/ or give her a follow on Instagram @florenceann.romano.

Rapper Da Brat and wife Jesseca “Judy” Dupart stop by to talk about the new season of “Da Brat Loves Judy” on WE TV and they have a huge SURPRISE for Sherri.Then, Florence Ann Romano, advocate and author of “Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life,” stops by for Sherri's “Best Life” series.

Everyone deserves a community.  We aren't supposed to have all the answers or know how to do everything on our own!  How do we construct our village and allow people to help?  It's hard to let love in, it requires patience and compassion my dad says. Building Your Village is about what communities actually mean!  Florence Ann Romano and I met on her Windy Cindy Nanny web series when I was going through postpartum having had a preemie 7 weeks early.  The series covered a wide range of guests and topics from single parents, to blended families, to widowed parents, and it helped her come up with the idea for her book!  How do you find a good nanny?  How are we parenting?  How do you find your tribe and identify potential villagers?  What questions should you be asking a caretaker?  It's a self care journey in how we show up for people!  Better Call Daddy: The Safe Space For Controversy. Florence Ann Romano (www.florenceann.com) is a village advocate, philanthropist, and author who has always had a special place in her heart for family and community. She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. Her latest book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, will be published by Beyond Words on February 21, 2023. Florence Ann also has been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. Her loyal followers on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube have grown into a robust, engaged social media village of moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and childcare providers that grows larger every day.  She is also currently a regular expert on over 10 different national TV affiliates across America! Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.   Connect with Reena https://youtube.com/c/BetterCallDaddy bettercalldaddy.com instagram.com/reenafriedmanwatts instagram.com/bettercalldaddypodcast twitter.com/reenareena   My dad and I would love you to subscribe and drop us a review or feedback  podchaser.com/bettercalldaddy ratethispodcast.com/bettercalldaddy  

We are in a Friendship Recession – Build Your Village to Avert a Friendship Depression Join Tasha Simms as she speaks with Florence Ann Romano, a Personal Growth Strategist and Author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, discusses strategies for connecting again and putting an end […] The post Are We In A Friendship Recession? with Florence Ann Romano appeared first on Conscious Living Radio.

Joining me for my 990th episode is village and childcare advocate and philanthropist, Florence Ann Romano. She has a new book entitled Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life to be released on February 21.

Childcare and Village Advocate and Expert, Florence Ann Romano, offers strategies for parents to prioritize self-care so they can thrive along with their families. She's a former nanny of 15 years, an author, and an active childcare advocate. A proud member of the Board of Directors at the Children's Research Fund, an incredible organization that supports the pediatric research at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago.

Do you ever feel like you are going to explode when your child does something that·s frustrating you? Or maybe it has nothing to do with your child, it·s just that you·re tired, or hungry, or feeling unseen or something else? Today we're going to explore a topic that isn't discussed much but is a real thing - Mom Rage – that overwhelming feeling of anger and frustration triggered by so many different things. Our guest today is returning to the show and we're so happy to have her on – Florence Ann Romano, an author, philanthropist, businesswoman and childcare advocate, is going to tell us why Mom Rage happens and what we can do about it to get back in alignment with our children and our families. Florence Ann is the author of the book Build Your Village A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life – and depending on when you are listening – is either available for pre-order and available now after it's Feb 2023 release. Florence is a proud member of the board of directors at the Children's Research Fund, an incredible organization that supports the pediatric research at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago. She is also a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council and is on the board of directors for Female Strong, a non-profit organization that seeks to empower girls by teaching valuable leadership and business skills. I hope you'll check out the other episodes Florence Ann has joined us for including Raising Kids with Technology, The New Paradigm in Education and How to Deal with Separation Anxiety. Join me in welcoming Florence Ann back to the show. Please like and subscribe to our podcast and leave a 5-star review so we can reach more parents like you! Subscribe to our podcast by sending an email to subscribe@teachingyourtoddler.com  For more expert interviews, fun activities and story time podcasts, please visit our website at TeachingYourToddler.com Check us out on Facebook at Teaching Your Toddler and on twitter at @TeachingToddler and on Instagram at @teachingyourtoddler  To support great future content, please click here and help us out with a $5 gift: glow.fm/teachingyourtoddler Leave us some feedback on this show and your ideas for future shows! #parenting #toddlers #moms #momlife #kids    

Unless you've been living with your head in the sand, you know that are children are now dealing with unprecidented stress. Between school shootings, social skills thwarted by the pandemic, crowded classrooms and bullies, they've been under assault in a way that threathens the very idea of a happy childhood. No one can live their dream life when they're stressed out and fearful. But as you know, this show is all about solutions and on this episode we feature ways to create the environment you want for your children to thrive, as well as ways you can ease your own stresses and concerns. My guest is childcare and village advocate Florence Ann Romano, the author of the upcoming book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life. In this lively interview Florence reveals:•The key tool all parents need•The right way to allay children's fears•Using the words that empower•How to control the uncontrollable•Tips for encouraging children to express themselves•When to help and when to stand back•How to ask for help when you need it•The value of community Whether you're a parent or know someone who is, you won't want to miss this empowering episode of Dream Power Radio. Florence Ann Romano is a childcare and village advocate, author, and philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children. She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. She has been featured on over 500 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. Her loyal followers on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube have grown into a robust, engaged social media village of moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and childcare providers that grows larger every day. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. She is the author of Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life (Beyond Words, February 2023). Website: www.florenceann.comWant to know why dreams are the fastest and clearest way to understand yourself? Sign up here for a complementary Dream Discovery Session with me and never leave your dreams on your pillow again!https://calendly.com/thedreamcoach53/30min

In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, Florence Ann Romano and I talk about mom rage, where it comes from and how to handle it. When we feel overwhelmed by emotion it's easy to blame ourselves but Florence Ann helps us look at this problem with compassionate awareness and create support systems that respect our individual needs. With her down-to-earth advice and real-life examples, Florence Ann's words will leave you feeling nurtured and inspired to make changes for the better.Florence  Ann Romano, (www.FlorenceAnn.com),  is an author, philanthropist, and childcare and village advocate who  has always had a special place in her heart for children. She worked as a  childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's  success lies in focusing on what she calls  THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward  common, family goals.Florence  Ann is the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future and her YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, sheds light on the variety of childcare  challenges we see across the country.  She is also currently a regular expert on over 10 different National TV affiliates across America! She  has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across  the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home &  Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. Her loyal followers on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube have grown  into a robust, engaged social media village of moms, dads,  grandparents, aunts, uncles, and childcare providers that grows larger  every day.Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in  performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served  as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism  awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of  the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a  founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay's words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To download Lindsay's Mindfulness At Any Age Guide click here. To rate the podcast click here.Lindsay Miller is a distinguished kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay's words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To sign up for Lindsay's "Calm & Collected" Newsletter click here.

As we go back to school, it means kids are spending even more time on their screens. So what's a parent to do? This week's guest will tell you! Childcare advocate and author Florence Ann Romano joins us this week to talk about the importance of balancing time on devices. Florence Ann is a big fan of ditching the devices and discovering off-screen play, and she's here today to talk about how parents can get a handle on their children's screen time — and maybe even improve their own screen habits. In this episode, you'll learn: What too much screen time does to developing brains. How to develop learning opportunities without screens. How parents' screen usage affects their relationship with their children.

We will learn: How to identify your mom rage triggers. Strategies for coping with rage. How to build your village, even if virtual. My baby is only 18 months, so 90% of the time it's cuteness and cuddles and I love it so much. But there have been these moments, already, where I can just see red, I feel like he's doing it all on purpose just to fuck with me. And I know it's early, but if these moments are happening already what am I going to do when he actually has an attitude? When he actually has developed enough ego to try to get under my skin? So that's what we're learning today. Our guest is Florence Ann Romano. She is an author, and childcare and village advocate. She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and has always had a special place in her heart for children. Links from the episode: Show Notes: https://mindlove.com/X95 Sign up for The Morning Mind Love for short daily notes from your highest self.  Get Mind Love Premium for exclusive ad-free episodes and monthly meditations.  Support Mind Love Sponsors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Sunday! Thank you for joining me for The Dating and Relationship Slow on Global News Radio 640 Toronto. I'm your host Laura Bilotta, matchmaker and founder of Single in the City joined by my co-host and friend,  philanthropist and media personality Joan Kelly Walker. Thank you so much for joining us tonight! Being a parent isn't always easy - so how do you deal when things get tough? Tonight on The Dating and Relationship Show, I'm happy to be joined by someone who is here to help you work through these difficult situations. Florence Ann Romano is an author, philanthropist, and childcare and village advocate with over 15 years of experience as a childcare provider. She is also the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future and dives deeper into childcare challenges on her YouTube series Windy City Nanny. Thank you for being here with us tonight, Florence Ann!

My guest, Florence Ann Romano, brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our discussion. In this episode, we are talking about keeping your kids safe when they are online, but also how to create safety within a family and community. Our discussion starts with us talking about when it's the right time to give your child a phone or device and how we need to do some work to make sure they stay safe online. Keeping your child safe requires communication and connection. Your kids also need connection with people outside your family so they have “trusted adults”. These are people they can come to and trust if for some reason, they can't talk to their parents. Florence Ann has given the best tool to help parents set this up! The “Village Building Chart” will guide you though who to pick for your family's village! Every family need this and I SO ENCOURAGE you to fill this out with your kids and talk about who they feel is safe and who makes sense for the whole family! For a copy of the “Village Building Chart”, you can download it from the Parent Toolbox. www.parent-toolbox.com About Florence Ann Romano Florence Ann Romano is a Village and Childcare Advocate, author, and philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Romano worked as a nanny for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. Romano is the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future, and her YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. Her children's book, Nanny and Me, prepares children for the transition from being cared for solely by their parents to having a nanny in their home. She has been featured on many national programs including Home & Family, The Doctor & The Diva, FOX News, Good Day Chicago, WGN, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Romano earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and on the Leadership Council of The Sesame Workshop. Contact Information: Email: Angela@steveallenmedia.com Social Media: Book: Nanny and Me Website: https://www.florenceann.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorenceARomano/ Instagram: http://instagram.com/florenceann.romano Milkshake Link in Bio: http://msha.ke/florenceannromano Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/florenceannromano/ Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you resonate with my message and would like my personal help in your parenting journey, I'd love to talk to you. Please visit my website to book a call with me where we can talk about your parenting frustrations and I'll share how I can help you. www.parentingforconnection.com My intention with my show is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be. My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave a review I appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value adding part of your day. Ratings and...

On this episode, Florence Ann Romano helps us re-frame common struggles parents are facing in a post-covid world. Helping kids process emotion, deal with separation anxiety and work through fear takes compassion and communication. Florence Ann uses her decades of experience supporting families to help you take baby steps to get your kids back on track when it comes to social skills and independence. Listen for gentle wisdom and kid-friendly conversation ideas.Florence Ann Romano, (www.FlorenceAnn.com), is an author, philanthropist, and childcare and village advocate who has always had a special place in her heart for children. She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. Florence Ann is the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future, and her YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. She is also currently a regular expert on over 10 different National TV affiliates across America! She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more. Her loyal followers on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube have grown into a robust, engaged social media village of moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and childcare providers that grows larger every day. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council.Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay's words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To download Lindsay's Mindfulness At Any Age Guide click here. To rate the podcast click here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Urgent Care, we are thrilled to have as our featured guest Florence Ann Romano, author of the book "Nanny and Me." As a dedicated philanthropist, business owner, and former nanny, she has always kept a special place in her heart for children. She began caring for kids before she was a teenager and continued through a portion of adulthood. Each child that came into her life shaped her heart. Those experiences inspired her to write the book "Nanny and Me," illustrating her favorite memories, while also preparing children (and their parents) for a nanny to come into their lives. The children in her book are a combination of all her kids, and the little boy was specially created in the image of her younger brother, who has Autism. Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | Youtube https://www.florenceann.com

Tune in to hear Nikki's raw and honest conversation with Florence Ann Romano, a childcare and village advocate, author, and philanthropist who has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.Listen in as Nikki and Florence Ann get real about mom rage:  what triggers it, how to safely express it and most importantly, how we mamas can fully release it. Connect with Florence Ann on Instagram and Facebook, and be sure to visit her website for more resources and tips!Support the show

My special guest, Florence Ann Romano, is a childcare and village advocate, author, and philanthropist. She is co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future and has a YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, where she sheds light on the childcare challenges we see across the country. Florence Ann worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success is working in unison toward a common family goal that includes The Trifecta - parent, child, and caretaker. Florence Ann shares parenting strategies for coping with emotions. Florence Ann has been featured in over 400 national and local media outlets, she has loyal followers on social media, and she serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding memory of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. You can connect with her @ www.florenceann.com

Florence Ann, an expert on mom rage, talks about ways moms can defuse themselves and stay calm with their kids.

As a parent, you may be wondering if you're doing enough to keep your children safe online. Social media has become a big part of your culture and your children's lives, but do kids have the ability to navigate the social media world safely on their own? Dr.Terri talks to Florence Ann Romano, a childcare and village advocate, author, and philanthropist. She shares valuable suggestions and provides guidance on how to help your kids use social media in a safe and healthy way.

Susun Weed answers 90 minutes of herbal health questions followed by a 30 minute interview with her guest Florence Ann Romano. Florence Ann Romano is a Childcare and Village Advocate as well as an Author and Philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children.  She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. Florence Ann is the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future, and her YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM and more. Q & A topics in this epidode include: dealing with chronic pain & exhaustioncaller follow-up: pancreas & digestive problemschronic eye infections in dogosteoporosis & osteopeniamushrooms tincturesslow healing from major surgeryMRI concernshumming

Kathryn interviews Author, Journalist, Producer Miguel Sancho.There are approximately one in 2,000 children around the globe suffering from 400 types of Primary Immunodeficiency (PI), many of whom vaccinations aren't available due to age or compromised immune systems. For the parents of a child with PI, normal days can be filled with anxiety and fear, but amid a global pandemic, the quest for answers on how to keep your child safe is daunting. Miguel Sancho shares his family's incredible story as they search for a cure for their son's deadly immune deficiency and provide support for parents working through the same challenges with their children. With a constant risk of deadly infection, Miguel and his family spent six years in some degree of self-quarantine, with all its attendant anxieties and stressors, as they struggled to keep their son alive, their marriage intact, and themselves sane. He is an Emmy-winning journalist and television producer whose work can be seen on 20/20 and throughout the A+E networks including The History Channel..Kathryn also interviews Author, Philanthropist Florence Ann Romano. Census figures show there are over 11 million single-parent families in the United States, the majority of which are headed by single moms. However, those statistics don't show how many of those women chose to start a family on their own. While the U.S. teen birth rate is falling, the birth rate for women aged 35 and older is rising and more adult women are becoming single moms by choice through the process of in vitro fertilization rather than waiting for the right partner to start their families. Childcare and Village Advocate Florence Ann Romano, who has begun her own IVF journey to motherhood, shares with us her mindset, insights, experiences, and hopes. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC,CBS, NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.

Do you need some advice on how to transition as a family to emerge from the pandemic bubble going forward during this school year and into the holiday season? Florence Ann Romano, A Childcare and Village Advocate, is here to help you in your journey! Known as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann has worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. She is also an author and philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, and SiriusXM. Florence Ann is currently the co-host of the parenting podcast Finger Painting the Future. Join Florence Ann Romano and me on Tuesday, September 21, 10 - 11 A.M. CT U.S. We will be having a conversation about her remarkable life's journey and how you can strengthen your family by supporting your family village!

We live in a polarized country, but there's one thing we all can agree on: the school year is stressful for everyone. The pandemic has turned everything upside down. Kids are back in school after a year of remote learning. Some kids go back and then have to stay home when Covid outbreaks cause their school to close. It's enough to make some kids not want to go to school at all and creates anxiety in parents all across America. But smart parents can allay these fears and create an atmosphere that will make their kids love school no matter what else is going on around them. That's some of the advice we get this week from child care advocate Florence Ann Romano. She shares her tips on how to ease any post-lockdown worries and tells us:•what to say to handle children's fears•how to deal with separation anxiety for both parents and kids•things that get kids back on track•the words to use when talking about school that will keep kids excited•how not to feel guilty when going back to workLast year may have been a lost one for your children, but if you want them to thrive this year, be sure to check out this educational episode of Dream Power Radio. Florence Ann Romano is a Childcare and Village Advocate as well as an Author and Philanthropist who has always had a special place in her heart for children. She worked as a childcare provider for over 15 years and believes the key to a family's success lies in focusing on what she calls THE TRIFECTA - parent, child, and caretaker working in unison toward common, family goals. Florence Ann is the co-host of the podcast Finger Painting the Future, and her YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny, sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. She has been featured on over 400 national and local media outlets across the country, including ABC/CBS/ NBC and FOX TV affiliates, Home & Family, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM and more. Her loyal followers on Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube have grown into a robust, engaged social media village of moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and childcare providers that grows larger every day. Born and raised just outside of Chicago, Florence Ann earned a degree in performance theatre at Bradley University in Peoria, IL. She has served as President and Founder of a non-profit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital and is a founding member of Sesame Street's Leadership Council. Website: www.FlorenceAnnRomano.comGet a complementary 30-minute Dream Discovery Session with me by signing up here: https://calendly.com/thedreamcoach53/interview-pre-call

My special guest is Florence Ann Romano, a nationally renowned Childcare and Village Advocate and author of the children's book, Nanny and Me. Florence Ann is also host of the YouTube series, Windy City Nanny, and the podcast, Finger Painting the Future. She worked as a nanny for over 15 years and sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. With the growing trend of IVF, the number of single women opting for IVF quadrupled in the decade between 2007 and 2017, the last year for which numbers of single IVF mothers were reported. Florence Ann is making the choice to be a single mom. She shares her mindset, insights, experiences, and hopes since beginning her journey of motherhood through IVF. Florence Ann is an inspiration to all the women out there who have the desire and will to become mothers. Her loving energy is magnetic.

My special guest is Florence Ann Romano, a nationally renowned Childcare and Village Advocate and author of the children's book, Nanny and Me. Florence Ann is also host of the YouTube series, Windy City Nanny, and the podcast, Finger Painting the Future. She worked as a nanny for over 15 years and sheds light on the variety of childcare challenges we see across the country. With the growing trend of IVF, the number of single women opting for IVF quadrupled in the decade between 2007 and 2017, the last year for which numbers of single IVF mothers were reported. Florence Ann is making the choice to be a single mom. She shares her mindset, insights, experiences, and hopes since beginning her journey of motherhood through IVF. Florence Ann is an inspiration to all the women out there who have the desire and will to become mothers. Her loving energy is magnetic.

This Week Jamie and Jason welcome Florence Ann Romano to the show!Known as the Windy City Nanny, she is an author, and childcare advocate. Romano is the co-host of the podcast "Finger Painting the Future", and her own YouTube Series "Windy City Nanny". She is the author of the children's book, “Nanny and Me”. She has been featured on  Home & Family, The Doctor & The Diva, FOX News, Good Day Chicago, WGN, The Jenny McCarthy Show, SiriusXM, and more.

Florence Ann Romano, the Windy City Nanny, returns to the show to discuss how to alleviate separation anxiety for you and your kids now that the world is beginning to open up again. She is an author, speaker and host of her own YouTube series. Find out more about Florence Ann Romano at windycitynanny.com For more expert interviews, fun activities and story time podcasts, please visit our website at TeachingYourToddler.com Check us out on Facebook at Teaching Your Toddler and on twitter at @TeachingToddler and on Instagram at @teachingyourtoddler 

Chaos, stress, & uncertainty provide opportunities for teaching moments. For anyone trying to raise children this year is especially abundant with those opportunities. Lucky you, parents. Fear not! The Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann Romano, can help us figure out how to talk to our kids about absolutely anything. A professional nanny, childcare advocate, & author, she’s speaking from over fifteen years of experience. The first step is getting our kids to just open up. They should never feel like they can’t come to you. But that doesn’t mean you must have all the answers. It truly does take a village to raise a child, so feel free to ask for help from others in your tribe. For those especially polarizing topics of conversation, Florence Ann suggests teaching children to research & be objective. Acknowledge that education is power & sometimes we just have to agree to disagree. Children do have the capacity to understand kindness, tolerance, & the value of keeping an open mind & heart. A parent is their children’s first & lifelong teacher. So make this shift to a communication comfort zone with them! Visit WindyCityNanny.com to order Florence Ann’s book, ‘Nanny & Me.’ She also answers every DM received on Instagram @WindyCityNanny. To schedule a private coaching session with Loree visit LoreeBischoff.com. Her book ‘Common Sense Happiness’ is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2GIQOPF & you can get The Foodprint Plan here: https://bit.ly/2ORE8dP. Subscribe on YouTube for the latest videos: https://bit.ly/3lasF3e.

Chaos, stress, & uncertainty provide opportunities for teaching moments. For anyone trying to raise children this year is especially abundant with those opportunities. Lucky you, parents.Fear not! The Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann Romano, can help us figure out how to talk to our kids about absolutely anything. A professional nanny, childcare advocate, & author, she's speaking from over fifteen years of experience.The first step is getting our kids to just open up. They should never feel like they can't come to you. But that doesn't mean you must have all the answers. It truly does take a village to raise a child, so feel free to ask for help from others in your tribe.For those especially polarizing topics of conversation, Florence Ann suggests teaching children to research & be objective. Acknowledge that education is power & sometimes we just have to agree to disagree. Children do have the capacity to understand kindness, tolerance, & the value of keeping an open mind & heart.A parent is their children's first & lifelong teacher. So make this shift to a communication comfort zone with them!Visit WindyCityNanny.com to order Florence Ann's book, ‘Nanny & Me.' She also answers every DM received on Instagram @WindyCityNanny.To schedule a private coaching session with Loree visit LoreeBischoff.com. Her book ‘Common Sense Happiness' is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2GIQOPF & you can get The Foodprint Plan here: https://bit.ly/2ORE8dP. Subscribe on YouTube for the latest videos: https://bit.ly/3lasF3e.

Parenting. Dating. Relationships. Cancel Culture. It's all up for discussion on today's episode of The Good Life. Hang with us as we dive deep on what matters most on today's episode. It's about to get GOOD.

Did you know that out of the 35 million mothers in the US, 9.8 million of them are suffering from burnout due to the pandemic? With everything that moms are being forced to juggle nowadays, how can they overcome and work through this exhaustion? On this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Florence Ann and Joe speak with the host of Morning Beats TV and auntie to three wonderful daughters, Ashley Larsen, about mom exhaustion, mommy guilt, and more. Listen as Florence Ann and Ashley bond over being aunties to their friends' and sisters' children. They chat about how common it is for mommies to feel guilty for asking for help — and how they've been able to make their loved ones feel more comfortable doing so. Joe also shares why he believes husbands and fathers have a duty to help their spouse out and how men should go about doing that. About our guest: A Louisiana native, Ashley is an MFA-trained actor, screenwriter, and producer. Since childhood, Ashley has been on stage and backstage with experiences ranging from plays, short films, movies and commercials. She is currently the host, producer, and writer of Morning Beats TV, a positive and inspiring morning show that airs on national television and digital streaming. It airs on The Heartland Network, The Family Channel and Retro TV Network. When Ashley isn't in front of the camera, she loves to sing, read poetry and write music. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

In the age of the pandemic, it's inevitable that screen time has gone up for all of us — including children. But how has all of this extra exposure to technology and media affected kids? Has it had a positive or negative impact? Is it altering the way they view relationships and has it affected the nature of their relationships with family and friends? Listen as Florence Ann and Joe discuss this topic with Julia Dennison, Digital Content Director of Parents.com. Julia opens up with our hosts about how she is navigating her daughter's exposure to media as a single mom and what patterns she and her colleagues are seeing at Parents. About our guest: Julia Dennison is Digital Content Director for the Parents brand, which includes heading up the content for Parents.com and its social platforms. A single co-parenting mama to 4-year-old Esme, she's been writing and editing in the parenting space for over 13 years (an editor in general for more than 16 years), with a passion for covering all the wonderfully unique ways people parent and form families. She's been a co-host of the podcast Pregnancy Confidential, and now of the new podcast We Are Family with ShaunT, all about the diversity of family life in America today. She has also appeared as a panel moderator and expert on the parenting beat for various events and TV segments, including those for Good Morning America, CNN/HLN, Yahoo and local news networks. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

In this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Florence Ann Romano touches on her three rules she lives by — build your village, let love in, and ask for help! Building your village starts within your heart. Who do you love and trust? Your village doesn't have to be confined to your immediate home either. Second families are a great way to build your village! This can be the blending of two separate marriages, your close friends you trust with your kids, or even living in a multi-generational home! Listen as Florence Ann and Joe Fatheree talk about the importance of second families. Building your village is important, especially during COVID. Overnight we saw things change drastically — schools were closing, daycares were gone, nannies left the home, and it seemed as if parents were left with almost no village to lean on. 2020 left parents realizing the importance of the second family. Our great hosts offer concrete tips for parents on how they can build and maintain their village and lean on their second families during this time. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

In today's stress-packed world, more and more people are looking for easy ways to relieve their stress and anxiety. A great place to start is to practice mindfulness — not only ourselves but our children as well. Being mindful means focusing on the present to find inner peace. What is something you love that brings you peace? It could be listening to your favorite music, going outside, or even meditating! Whatever it may be, it's so important to make sure we take five minutes out of our day with our kids to practice mindfulness. In this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Florence Ann and Joe speak with Adam Avin, teen mental health education advocate & founder of Wuf Shanti Children's Wellness Foundation, about how we can practice mindfulness with our children. Tune in to hear how thinking well can positively impact our lives. About our guest: Adam Avin is a teen mental health education advocate and is the youngest meditation instructor at Yoga International. He created the Wuf Shanti Children's Wellness Foundation, which teaches mindfulness and social-emotional learning to kids. Adam also has been in many publications and gave a TEDxYouth Talk about getting mindful and social-emotional learning programs into our education system and using our voice to make a positive difference in the world. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Bullying doesn't end at school – cyberbullying still happens after 3 PM. With the COVID-10 and remote learning, kids are experiencing more bullying online than ever before. While teachers are trained on how to identify and deal with bullying in the physical classroom, how can parents and teachers prevent/stop it during remote learning? On this episode of Finger Painting the future, Florence Ann and Joe speak with 2019 Arizona Teacher of the Year, Kareem Neal on the topic of bullying. Kareem gives helpful insights on how we can be a safe space to talk with our children when it comes to dealing with bullies. As parents, it is very important that we build strong relationships with our children in order to create that safe space. Tune in to hear how you can tackle this hard topic with your kids. Not only will you learn how to help your children deal with bullying, but also how to deal with it in your own adult life! About our guest: Kareem Neal is a recipient of 2019 Arizona Teacher of the Year award and has taught students with cognitive delays for 23 years! He received an honorary doctorate from NAU for his contributions to special education in Arizona — and is also a 2019 Understood Teacher Fellow. Kareem has a passion for connecting all students and is currently the restorative justice trainer for the Phoenix union High School District. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

2020 has been a crazy year of ups and downs for all of us, but we shouldn't let COVID-19 take over that love that we have for each other. In this week's holiday episode of Finger Painting the Future, Florence Ann and Joe offer up some easy-to-implement tips for helping your kids seek out joy. There's no better time to start teaching your children — and maybe even yourself — to find joy in life than right now.  Tune in to hear all about the hosts' family traditions and how you can solidify them with your own family. You'll learn all about how Florence Ann savors life's pleasures and how Joe and his family live their lives with meaning. And from all of us at Finger Painting the Future, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Did you know that nearly 1 in 3 children in America is overweight or obese? And this statistic has only risen now that everyone is self-quarantining due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On today's episode of Finger Painting the Future, Joe and Florence Ann speak with top Chicago-based Certified Integrative Nutritionist and Celebrity Health Coach, Karina Heinrich, about the importance of nutrition — not just for ourselves — but for our kids. Karina gives helpful tips on picky eaters, gives us the inside scoop on her High Low Lean No philosophy, and how to have a healthy relationship with food. Listen now! About our guest: Karina Heinrich is the top Chicago-based Certified Integrative Nutritionist and Celebrity Health Coach. Her breakthrough nutrition movement, The Karina Method has helped dozens of Ford models, professional athletes, celebrities & high profile CEOs, reach optimal wellness and weight loss.The Karina Method, or TKM for short, was most recently placed on Modern Luxury CS magazine's distinguished "IT LIST" for "The Best Health Plan for 2020." Karina is constantly sharing her expert wellness content with incredible outlets and partners worldwide and has released multiple best-selling downloadable guides. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

COVID-19 has put us all through a loop this year — and there's no other group who is feeling the grunt of the pandemic more than parents. All you moms and dads out there have had to take on a much larger role this year. Joe and Florence Ann are here to help! On this special episode of Finger Painting the Future, Joe shares his in-depth, exclusive techniques for how and why parents should start "Thinking Like a Teacher". Your takeaways from this episode: Adjust your attitudeChanging habits is difficult, but not impossibleSet expectations for student, parent, and teacherCreate a routine and consistent learning environmentAdults and children alike need to blow off steam! Head to the Resources Page on our website to download Joe's helpful "Think Like a Teacher" Guide today! Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

This week, Joe and Florence Ann speak with the VP of Development at Sesame Workshop, Chava Kallberg, about teaching children philanthropy. The three discuss what parents can do to start these lessons young and how these values should be implemented in the entire home. Your takeaways from this episode are: You don't have to be wealthy to make a difference.Ask yourself what you can do to be helpful.Never underestimate what a young person can do. About our Guest: Chava Kallberg is the Vice President of Development at Sesame Workshop. Along with her colleagues at Sesame Workshop, Kallberg works to a create a community built on diversity, equity, and inclusion — one where creators, educators, partners, and unforgettable characters come together on a mission to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. To learn more, visit sesameworkshop.org. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

On this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Joe and Florence Ann chat about the importance of teaching empathy in the home at a young age and how they have implemented this practice into their own lives.  The current climate of our country makes it a perfect time to speak about this topic. Parents, make sure you allow your children to feel comfortable talking about these issues and questions with you! Those conversations will open them up to a world of possibilities. Your key takeaways from this episode are: Parents, practice what you preach!Feel open to talk about failure.Have an accountability partner.Acknowledge your child's feelings & ask them what they did to make someone's life better today. “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel” - Maya Angelou Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Florence Ann Romano, better known as the Windy City Nanny, talked about our new NTI world, parent's increased exposure to their child's education process, her book "Nanny and Me", and autism awareness...

In this episode of Finger Painting the Future, our hosts, along with esteemed Clinical Forensic Psychologist, Dr. John Huber, tackle the tough topic of grief and helping a child cope with the loss of a parent. Florence Ann shares a personal story about grief and how she helped a friend cope with the loss of a parent at a young age. Dr. Huber shares some great insight into how parents and caretakers can navigate this subject with children and offers specific tips to practice. Your key takeaways from this episode are: Remember that it's their (the child) level - not yours.Play in the sandbox with them.Make sure you take care of yourself first. “Life's too short not to have something to laugh about every day.” - Dr. John Huber About our guest: Dr. John Huber is a Clinical Forensic Psychologist and Chairman for Mainstream Mental Health, a non-profit organization that brings lasting and positive change to the lives of individuals that suffer from mental health issues. Dr. Huber is also a university professor that has been in mental health for over twenty years. His experience began as a School Psychologist. Today, he is a practitioner with privileges at two long term acute care hospitals. In addition, he is a professor and teaches undergraduate and graduate psychology at Texas State University. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Did you know that 17% of children aged 3–17 years are diagnosed with a developmental disability? Florence Ann and Joe touch on this topic with Neil Romano, Chairman at The National Council on Disability. The three discuss how the world currently puts limitations on these children and why we should be focusing more on their potential instead of their expectations. Both Florence Ann and Joe share personal stories of their experiences with differently-abled children and how those experiences have affected them in the most beautiful ways. Your takeaways from this episode: (1) focus more on what differently-abled children CAN do, not what they CAN'T do; (2) there is on manual for caring for children with disabilities, but take advantage of the resources out there; (3) get rid of your expectations of children, look at their potential About our guest: Neil Romano is the Chairman at The National Council on Disability. He has dedicated his career to the marketing of ideas and messages to help save lives and promote public policy. Romano's extensive professional background includes tenure as director of communications for the White House Office of Drug Abuse Policy. In 2007, Romano was nominated by President George W. Bush to be the Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy and was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate. As head of the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), Romano advised the Secretary of Labor and worked with all DOL agencies to lead a comprehensive and coordinated national policy regarding the employment of people with disabilities in the United States.  Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Did you know that suicide is the number one cause of death among those aged 10 to 14? On this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Joe and Florence Ann tackle the tough topic of teen suicide and open up about their own stories surrounding this topic. Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Disaster Mental Health Professional, Jennifer Bohr-Cuevas, helps to shed light on how parents and caretakers can have those tough conversations with teens about mental health. About our guest: Jennifer Bohr-Cuevas has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Disaster Mental Health Professional for over twenty five years with a private practice on Long Island, NY. She specializes in treating children, adolescents, and their families for psychological trauma and is a Disaster Mental Health Worker with the Red Cross. Jennifer is part of an elite group of mental health clinicians that respond to both man made and natural disasters on the regional and national level and has provided psychological analysis on various TV shows including Newsmax, News 12, Law and Crime, etc. Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

On this episode of Finger Painting the Future, Joe and Florence Ann speak with Jay Oliver, LI News Radio's morning show host, about how to pick role models for your children. What can parents and caretakers do to ensure their child has great role models surrounding them? How can parents be the best role model for their children? The group discusses this and more! Your three takeaways from this episode: (1) Evaluate your moral code; (2) ask your children about their moral code; (3) ask your kids who their role models are and why. About our guest: Jay Oliver has firmly established himself as one of the most recognizable voices on Long Island, NY. For 5 years Jay hosted and produced Long Island's only news and information radio show in the morning on WRIV's “Dawn Patrol”. Acting as News Director as well, Jay wrote news stories, interviewed politicians, teachers, parents, entertainers, authors, athletes, and more importantly delved into issues that had plagued Long Islanders forever. The C.W. Post Graduate resides on Long Island with his wife Peggy, and their three children, Matthew, Justin, and Kimberly.   Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

Welcome to the very first episode Finger Painting the Future! Florence Ann and Joe share the story of how they came together from very different backgrounds to create this heartfelt podcast. You will learn all about how the hosts are “sold out for kids”, and how they plan to answer the questions they keep parents up at night.  COVID shone a light on a very important topic: the current childcare crisis. Parents have been forced to take school matters into their own hands, daycares were shut down, and teachers had to learn a completely new way to teach in a matter of weeks. Florence Ann and Joe dive deep into this topic and offer up empathy as well as some solutions for the future. Thanks for listening! Get in touch with us: @fingerpaintingthefuture on Facebook & Instagram @FPTFpodcast on Twitter or visit our website at fingerpaintingthefuture.com!

KQ has a new program director. And by "new" I mean "six months ago". Who knew? Now you know, because he's on the show today. Florence is too, who rather than being a program director is a nanny. The Windy City Nanny, to be specific. You've probably heard people worry about childcare in the age of COVID. She's here to assuage some of your fears. Only some of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ICYMI: The Mo'Kelly Show Presents – Ladies Night featuring an in-depth conversation about marriage, pregnancy and politics with Meghan McCain; Creative Ways to Educate and Entertain Kids this Summer with the "The Windy City Nanny" Florence Ann Romano AND Actress Deborah Joy Winans discusses the fifth and final season of the ‘OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network)' series “Greenleaf” on the iHeartradio App

Kathryn interviews Author, Philanthropist and Former Nanny Florence Ann Romano, known as The Windy City Nanny™. According to a recent survey by Cigna, the loneliest generation in the United States today is not the oldest Americans but the youngest, specifically young adults between 18 and 22 years old. Romano offers insight into the loneliness of Gen Z individuals. She is the CEO and Owner of Kindred Content and serves on the Executive Board of the Childrens Research Fund at Luries Childrens Hospital. Kathryn also interviews Poet Caroline Kaufman, author of “When the World Did not End Poems.” She explores the shock, wonder and beauty of an uncertain future with uplifting words on love, forgiveness, self discovery and what it is like living after a hard fought battle with depression. She began writing poetry when she was thirteen years old as a means of coping with her depression and a year later started posting it online. Kaufman is currently a student at Harvard University.

According to recent studies, the loneliest generation in the US today is not the oldest Americans but the youngest, specifically young adults between 18 and 22 years old. The reality of the world we now live in has contributed to a crippling sense of anxiety and alienation in students across the country, but the question is what can we do to put a stop to it for the generations to come? To speak more about this issue, I invited Florence Ann Romano on the show. Florence, also known as the The Windy City Nanny™ is a dedicated philanthropist and former nanny who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Romano worked for over 15 years as a nanny. She shares her experiences in Nanny and Me, her debut book for children. Florence served as President and Founder of a nonprofit board dedicated to autism awareness and now serves on the Executive Board of the Children's Research Fund at Lurie's Children's Hospital. During our conversation, Florence and I speak about how today's youth can find a sense of community in their social life, as well as find purpose and meaning in a competitive job market. She also shares some tip for parents who want to raise more conscious and connected children.

Before your first love, you had your first "love". You know, when you're so young you think being married is a state of mind. Usually it's perfectly innocent, but it's important to know where that line is. Happy valentine's day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Alexa, bring up my nanny's criminal record. It might be a little late to do that kind of investigating after you've already hired someone, which is why we'll be using AI to do it for us ahead of time in the future. Easier than e-stalking them yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Most people hate the news. Most people also watch the news for some reason. Some companies have begun saving people from themselves by banning it entirely. Let's hope it sticks. Maybe if we prevent the next generation from ever becoming accustomed to constant bad news they'll achieve world peace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philanthropist and former nanny Florence Ann Romano discussed the instance of a nanny caught beating a child with special needs, how installing nanny cam can protect one’s family, and that child care centers often do not hire the most qualified teachers.

Everything changes when the baby comes… but here's something that often gets overlooked: working mother's guilt. How do you avoid the “new parent trap” when you feel torn between two worlds? We're also going to answer a popular listenerquestion we've received in our voicemail: “How do I deal with disrespectful children?” Tonight's guest is a firecracker! Known as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann Romano has a unique perspective on parenting…and great advice every mother should hear. Florence worked for over 15 years as a nanny, beginning as a Mommy;s helper at the age of 11. She shares her experiences in “Nanny and Me”, her beautifully illustrated debut book for children making the transition from being cared for solely by their parents to having a nanny in their home. Florence's website is her name: www.florenceannromano.com.