Family Goals for the Coming Year
December 30, 2007
The end of the year presents parents with the opportunity to reflect on their hopes for their family’s future. Guests: Niinana Kweku, Manager of Male Services at Brighter Beginnings (formerly The Perinatal Council) in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties and Executive Director of The Anger-Free Counseling Center, Roberta Seifert, PhD, licensed psychologist.
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Taming Tantrums
December 23, 2007
It's common for young children to respond to frustration, fatigue, or denied demands by having tantrums. Whether it's in a store or at home, parents are put on the spot, often not knowing what to do. Guests: Janice Townsend, Child Development Educator at Los Medanos Community College, and Todd Erickson, Assistant Teacher at Bing Nursery School at Stanford University and parent educator with Hand in Hand. (This show is a rebroadcast of a previous show.)
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Less Yelling and More Joy with Your Parenting Partner
December 16, 2007
The stress of being a parent can lead to fights with your partner about money, chores, or the kids. Taking care of your relationship is important to the well-being of your family. Join Rona and guests, Joshua Coleman, PhD, parenting and relationship expert and author of The Marriage Makeover, and Rona's husband, Mick Renner, PhD, as they offer ideas for creating a healthy and happy environment for your family and give you tips for making-up after a fight.
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The Importance of the First 5 Years
December 9, 2007
In 1998, First 5 California and 58 County Commissions were developed throughout the state to work towards improving the lives of children ages 0-5 years old. First 5’s programs are designed to ensure that more children are healthy at birth and beyond, are raised in nurturing homes, and are offered the social, emotional, and academic tools to succeed in school. Guests: Mark Friedman, Chief Executive Officer of First 5 Alameda County, Sean Casey, Executive Director of First 5 Contra Costa, Laurel Kloomok, Executive Director of First 5 San Francisco, Cathy Boettcher, Deputy Director of Go Kids, Inc. and First 5 Santa Clara County Commissioner, Michelle Fadelli, Communications Manager of First 5 Marin, and Francine Rodd, Executive Director of First 5 Monterey County.
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Rona’s Book Club: Momfulness by Denise Roy
December 2, 2007
Being a mother is a full-time job, whether you’re carpooling or playing, trying to get your kids to bed or celebrating their achievements. Guests: Denise Roy, LMFT, author of the book Momfulness: Mothering with Mindfulness, Compassion, and Grace, and Jenee Johnson, Program Manager of the Black Infant Health Improvement Project.
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Creative, Simple, and Healthy Ideas for Cooking and Eating With Your Family
November 25, 2007
Holiday celebrations usually include food, from cookies to roast turkeys, pumpkin pies to green bean casseroles. We can do a lot to ensure that our families are eating well and enjoying the food they eat, from simple creative recipes to ideas on how to include children in the preparation of food. Guests: Ken Harris, Executive Chef and Co-Founder of Chefables, and Dorothy Whittenburg, personal chef and caterer (www.blissfulkitchen.com).
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The Role of Fathers in the Lives of Children
November 18, 2007
The role fathers play in their children’s lives varies with each family. Whether a dad lives with a child full time or is a noncustodial parent, the connection between father and child affects that child’s well-being. Guests: Jim Rossi, Executive Director of the Foundation of Family Values, and James Ricks, Support Group Leader with Family Resource Network.
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Keeping Your Family Healthy Using Conventional and Alternative Medicine
November 11, 2007
Parents want to do all they can to protect their children from getting sick. Learn about some conventional and alternative ways to prevent and treat illness and help your family stay healthy and strong throughout the year. Guests: Dr. John Mark, Clinical Associate Professor in Pediatrics at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and co-author of Own Your Health: Your Sick Child, and Dr. Nadine Burke, Pediatrician with California Pacific Medical Center and Medical Director of the Bayview Child Health Center in San Francisco.
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Parenting Through the Lens of Culture
November 4, 2007
Every parent contributes a set of beliefs and values to their child’s life which may include cultural traditions and practices specific to their ethnic heritage. Parenting practices vary depending on the way parents themselves were raised. Guests: Dr. Marguerite Wright, senior clinical and research psychologist at the Center for the Vulnerable Child at Children’s Hospital and Research Center in Oakland and author of I'm Chocolate, You're Vanilla, and Janet King, Project Director of the Urban Trails Children’s Mental Health Grant at the Native American Health Center.
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The Importance of Play
October 28, 2007
Creative play is essential to a child’s development. Despite the benefits of play, increased attention to academics, enrichment activities, hurried lifestyles, and child targeted media have resulted in the decline of unstructured play. Guests: Susan Linn, EdD, co-founder of the Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood and author of the forthcoming The Case for Make-Believe, and Gina Moreland, Executive Director of Habitot Children’s Museum.
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The Effects of Mental Illness on the Family
October 21, 2007
When a parent or a child has a mental illness, the whole family can be deeply affected. In spite of the fact that a wide range of treatments for mental illnesses exist, public attitudes remain largely negative and many people do not receive the mental health care they need. Guests: Stephen Hinshaw, PhD, Chair of the Psychology Department at UC Berkeley and author of The Mark of Shame: Stigma of Mental Illness and an Agenda for Change, and Kay Browne, MD, behavioral pediatrician with the Northern California Diagnostic Center and board member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Marin Chapter.
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Choosing a Preschool for Your Child
October 14, 2007
Preschool offers children the opportunity to develop fundamental social, emotional, and learning skills. What factors should you consider when choosing a preschool and what setting is the best fit for your child? Guests: Lee Ann Slaton, Parent Education Coordinator with Parents Place in San Francisco, and Yolanda Garcia, Director of the Institute for Advancing Excellence in Early Education-WestEd.
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Advocating for Your Child’s Special Needs
October 7, 2007
The new school year brings with it the opportunity for parents and teachers to communicate about a child’s social, emotional, and academic needs. What resources are available for your special needs child and what is the most effective way to negotiate the best school environment from preschool to high school? Guests: Wendy Byrnes, special education advocate, and Sheryl Young, CEO of Community Gatepath.
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Protecting Children from Toxins
September 23, 2007
Young children are particularly vulnerable to toxins. The recent recall of various children’s toys manufactured with lead paint reminds us how important it is for parents and teachers to understand the effects of toxicity in children’s lives. Guests: Gina Solomon, Senior Scientist at the Natural Resources Defense Council and Associate Director of the UCSF Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit, and Sharon Green, Community Development Specialist with the Alameda County Lead Poisoning Prevention Program.
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The Crisis of Community Violence
September 16, 2007
The Bay Area is an extraordinary place to live and yet many of our communities are deeply affected by violence. Children’s sense of the world and their freedom to lead healthy, happy lives are influenced by their exposure to violence in their neighborhoods, at their schools, and in their homes. Guests: Andrés Soto, Violence Prevention Coordinator for Alameda County, and John Gioia, District One Supervisor, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors.
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Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
September 9, 2007
Regular, sound sleep from infancy onward allows for the healthy development and overall well-being of children. When babies and young children don’t sleep, the whole family is affected. Guests: Dr. Rafael Pelayo, faculty member, practicing physician, and head of pediatric service at the Stanford University Sleep Disorders Clinic and a faculty member at the School of Sleep Medicine, and Vivian Sonnenberg, infant sleep consultant.
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Who You Are As a Parent
September 2, 2007
Developing an awareness of your own experiences as a child can help you become a more connected parent. Guests: Daniel Siegel, MD, co-author of Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self-Understanding Can Help You Raise Children Who Thrive, and Liz Kughn, MFT, Psychotherapist in private practice and with Marin County Community Mental Health Services. (This show is a rebroadcast of a previous show.)
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Black Infant Health
August 26, 2007
Infant mortality rates for African-American children in the United States are higher than those of any other ethnic group. What factors contribute to black infant health, and what can parents, health professionals, and communities do to help ensure the well-being of all children? Guests: Dr. Nadine Burke, Pediatrician with California Pacific Medical Center and Medical Director of the Bayview Child Health Center in San Francisco, and Patt Young, Program Coordinator of the Contra Costa County Black Infant Health Program.
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The Transition to School
August 19, 2007
The transition to school, whether it’s a child’s first year in preschool or kindergarten, a return at the end of a summer break, or a change to a new school, can be both exciting and trying for parents and kids. Guests: Fred Ferrer, child development consultant and past commissioner of FIRST 5 Santa Clara County, and Todd Sarner, Co-Director of Transformative Parenting.
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Using Stories to Help Children Understand Their World
August 12, 2007
The stories we read and explore with our children become the basis of their understanding of the world by contributing to the development of their language, critical thinking, and coping skills. Guests: Janell Bolte, Founder and Director of San Francisco Raising a Reader, and Jacqueline Golding, psychologist and author of Healing Stories: Picture Books for the Big and Small Changes in a Child's Life.
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Breastfeeding Your Baby
August 5, 2007
Each year more women are choosing to breastfeed because of its benefits for children and moms. Guests: Fritzi Drosten, Lactation Consultant at UCSF Children’s Hospital Intensive Care Nursery and Kaiser Oakland Medical Center Family Care Unit, and Janet Vaughan, Lactation Consultant and Monterey County WIC Breastfeeding Coordinator.
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Healthy Eating Right from the Start
July 29, 2007
Good nutrition is an essential ingredient to a lifetime of good health. How can we teach healthy eating habits, and what can we do to ensure that our kids eat well at school and at home? Guests: Dr. Dan Delgado, Pediatrician and Director of the Pediatric Healthy Lifestyle Center for Santa Clara Valley Health and Hospital System, and Kelly Robinson, consultant for nutrition and healthy eating programs with Alameda County and California Nutrition Network.
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The Impact of Divorce on Children
July 22, 2007
Children of divorced parents face many challenges as a result of their family experience, and parents need to work hard to keep their children’s needs in the forefront. Guests: Mary Ellen Hannibal, author Good Parenting Through Your Divorce, and Andrew Lamden, licensed clinical social worker.
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Rona’s Book Club: The Power of Play by David Elkind
July 15, 2007
Play is how children learn, contributing to their healthy development and helping to establish the foundation for continued growth throughout life. Guests: David Elkind, author of the book The Power of Play: How Spontaneous, Imaginative Activities Lead to Happier, Healthier Children and Dorothy Stewart, Founder and President of Old Firehouse School.
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How Children Cope When a Parent Dies
July 8, 2007
The loss of a parent in a child’s life can affect every aspect of their experience of the world. How do children cope when a parent dies, and what can we do to support them and help them continue to grow and heal? Guests: Karen Flores, Mental Health Clinician with Kidango, and Linda Blachman, author of Another Morning: Voices of Truth and Hope from Mothers with Cancer.
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Helping Children with Sensory Integration Issues
July 1, 2007
Sensory Integration refers to the brain’s ability to process information brought in by the senses. Sensory Integration issues manifest themselves in many different ways and can affect people’s sensitivity to the world, motor skills, and speech and language development. Guests: Dr. Brad Berman, Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician, and Denise Killingsworth, Occupational Therapist.
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Understanding Health Care
June 24, 2007
The health care system can be difficult to understand and navigate. It can be hard to know where to go for care and coverage, what questions to ask when seen by a medical practitioner, and how to know if you've received all the information you need. Guests: Alicia Suski, Pediatrician at the Marin Community Clinic and Chair of the First 5 Marin Children and Families Commission, and Janie Tyre, Vice President of External Affairs for Santa Clara Family Health Plan.
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What Does It Means To Be A Responsible Father?
June 17, 2007
In celebration of Father's Day, we honor fathers and discuss the relationships they have with their children. What responsibility do dads have in raising their kids? And how do they contribute to their children's well-being? Guests: Bruce Collins, Chair of the Fatherhood Collaborative of San Mateo County and the father of three children, and Ed Gold, facilitator of a group for fathers of children with special needs with the Berkeley Father's Network and the father of two sons.
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LGBT Parents and Their Children
June 10, 2007
Families are diverse and our children thrive when that diversity is understood and reflected in school settings and in the greater community. What can parents and providers do to help children understand and feel comfortable with differences in family settings. Guests: Judy Appel, Executive Director of Our Family Coalition, and Barry Chersky, Community and Parent Advocate for Workplace and Educational Issues.
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Taming Tantrums
June 3, 2007
It's common for young children to respond to frustration, fatigue, or denied demands by having tantrums. Whether it's in a store or at home, parents are put on the spot, often not knowing what to do. Guests: Janice Townsend, Child Development Educator at Los Medanos Community College, and Todd Erickson, Assistant Teacher at Bing Nursery School at Stanford University and parent educator with Hand in Hand.
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Caring for a Foster Child
May 27, 2007
Foster parents can make it possible for children to grow up in safe and loving environments, giving them the chance to thrive. There are tremendous rewards and frequent struggles as parents and children learn to live together. Guests: David Channer, Mental Health Program Director at A Better Way, and Lanette Scott, member of the Emancipated Youth Advocacy Board at HEY: Honoring Emancipated Youth.
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Raising Twins
May 20, 2007
When you're the parent of twins you quickly develop a multitude of parenting skills. Twins have different personalities, needs, and schedules, and each stage of development brings new rewards and challenges. Join Rona and guests, Stephen Harris, MD, pediatrician at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and the father of twins, and Erin Grieb, Board Member of Mid-Peninsula Parents of Multiples and the mother of twins, as they discuss the experience of raising healthy, happy twins.
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Working Mothers
May 13, 2007
Being a mother is work. And in addition to parenting, more than half of all mothers in the United States are also a part of the nation’s labor force. How can working moms balance work and family and get the support they need? Guests: Joan Blades, co-founder and President of MomsRising.org, and Alexia Nye Jackson, founder of MOTHER: THE JOB.
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Where Do Babies Come From?
May 6, 2007
How do you respond when your young child asks where babies come from? What’s the best way to talk to kids of all ages about sex? Guests: Robie Harris, author of It’s Not the Stork, and Margaret Madams, Regional Director of Community Services and Education for Butte, Contra Costa and Napa Counties, Planned Parenthood: Shasta-Diablo.
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Reducing Violence in Our Communities
April 29, 2007
When children are exposed to violence in their schools, neighborhoods, and homes, their development and understanding of the world are deeply affected. Guests: San Francisco Sheriff Michael Hennessey, and Mary Patterson, Executive Director of Project Cornerstone.
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Growing Up With Autism
April 22, 2007
Autism affects a growing number of children and families in our communities. How does an autistic child experience the world and what are the challenges that families affected by autism face? Guests: Kamran Nazeer, author of Send In The Idiots: Stories from the Other Side of Autism, and Karen Kaplan, speech and language therapist and Executive Director of Oak Hill School.
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Making Ends Meet in the Bay Area
April 15, 2007
The cost of living in the Bay Area is one of the highest in the country which can make it difficult for families to afford everything they need to raise healthy, happy children. Guests: Eric McDonnell, Executive Vice President of the United Way of the Bay Area, and Kim Kruckel, Paid Family Leave Coordinator, Legal Aid Society Employment Law Center and Parent Voices Organizer for Alameda County.
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Preparing for the Unexpected
April 8, 2007
Earthquakes and other natural disasters usually occur without warning and can put your family at risk. Guests: Ana-Marie Jones, Executive Director of CARD: Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters, and Peter Vaernet, RN, Child Care Health Consultant with the San Francisco Department of Public Health.
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Cultural Differences in Discipline
April 1, 2007
There are many factors that contribute to the way we raise and interact with our children, including our cultural background and experience of the world. Guests: 'Alisi Fine'asi, Ravenswood City School District Pacific Island Parent Specialist, and La Rhonda Crosby-Johnson, author, health educator, and CEO of BARUTI Enterprises.
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Reflections on Motherhood
March 25, 2007
The decision to have children affects the whole of a woman’s life in practical, emotional, and spiritual ways. Guest: Barb Dehn, nurse practicioner with Women Physicians OB/GYN Medical Group and Women’s Health Expert on NBC's iVillage.
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Preteens and Technology
March 18, 2007
On average, preteens, ages 9 to 13, spend 1.5 to 2 hours on the Internet everyday. From television to text messaging to iPods to myspace, preteens today have a relationship with media and technology that affects their social and emotional lives. Guests: Rebecca Randall, Director of Outreach with Common Sense Media, and Larry Magid, KCBS Tech Analyst, creator of SafeKids.com and SafeTeens.com, and co-author of MySpace Unraveled: A Parent’s Guide to Teen Social Networking
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Life as a Single Parent
March 11, 2007
Being a parent isn’t easy, and raising a child without the help of a partner can be overwhelming. What can single parents do to get the support they need? Guests: Rachel Sarah, author of Single Mom Seeking, and single father David DaSilva.
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Making Decisions about Preschool
March 4, 2007
Preschool offers children social, emotional, and learning skills that can help them transition smoothly to kindergarten and beyond. What factors should you consider in determining the preschool setting that’s the best fit for your child? Guests: Gloria Corral, Deputy Director of First 5 San Francisco, and Jean Monroe, Early Childhood Education and Child Development Specialist.
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Preteen Struggles: From Eating Disorders to Being Overweight
February 25, 2007
During the preteen years, ages 9 to 13, children experience many physical and emotional changes. These transitions can be difficult and can put kids at risk for emotional distress and problems with disordered eating or weight gain. Guests: Pamela Carlton, MD, physician in the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and co-author of Take Charge of Your Child’s Eating Disorder, and Katherine Watson, PsyD, clinical psychologist at Kaiser Oakland Medical Center.
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Who You Are As a Parent
February 18, 2007
Developing an awareness of your own experiences as a child can help you become a more connected parent. Guests: Daniel Siegel, MD, co-author of Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self-Understanding Can Help You Raise Children Who Thrive, and Liz Kughn, MFT, Psychotherapist in private practice and with Marin County Community Mental Health Services.
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Healthy Kids, Healthy Teeth
February 11, 2007
Your child’s oral health is essential to his or her overall well-being and healthy development. Guests: Debi Diaz, RDA, Executive Director of the Community Oral Health Services in Monterey County, and Karen Taniguchi, DDS, Pediatric Dentist with Alameda Pediatric Dentistry.
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Understanding and Supporting Children with Disabilities
February 4, 2007
Children with disabilities impact the lives of those around them in inspiring and sometimes challenging ways. How can we create environments where children with disabilities and their families are supported? Guests: Kathy Cleberg, RN, experienced in living with, loving, and caring for children with a variety of disabilities, and Richard Winefield, Executive Director of the Bay Area Discovery Museum.
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Rona’s Bookclub: Last Child in the Woods
January 28, 2007
Spending time outdoors and in nature is essential for healthy child development and for the physical and emotional health of children and adults. Rona’s Bookclub discusses the book Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. Guests: Richard Louv, author and chairman of the Children & Nature Network, and Diane Gordon, Director of Children & Nature Programs for Hooked On Nature.
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School Stress and Preteens
January 21, 2007
The transition between elementary and middle school can be hard for parents and kids: a new environment with multiple teachers, more school work, new friends and activities. Guests: Denise Pope, PhD, Founder and Director of SOS: Stressed Out Students at Stanford University and author of the book Doing School, and Shannon McFarland, Site Coordinator of The MYC (The Marin Youth Center).
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Reducing Power Struggles with Your Kids
January 14, 2007
Some children are strong willed and like things to go their way. For many families, this leads to seemingly endless negotiations, and sometimes tantrums, about everything from eating vegetables to brushing teeth. Guests: Noel Janis-Norton, learning and behavior specialist internationally known for her unique Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting methods (www.calmerparenting.com), and Mary Jayne Sims, PhD, with the Early Childhood Mental Health Program at Oakland Children’s Hospital.
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Asthma and Flu: Keeping Your Child Healthy
January 7, 2007
In the winter months we’re reminded to bundle up and keep our families warm. But is there anything else parents can do to prevent the flu? How do you know if your child’s trouble breathing is an indicator of asthma? Guests: Catherine Albin, MD, Chief of Pediatric Services at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, and Donna Kaufman, RN, MPA, Program Manager of the Contra Costa Health Plan Asthma Program.
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