Parenting Tips CCE Suffolk

Co-parents can be two married parents who want to explore sharing the child-rearing load more equitably. Or co-parents may be divorced spouses, or two adults who share a child, but are no longer romantically connected. In some families, co-parenting goes beyond two adults to include one or more new stepparents or romantically connected partners who will have some child-rearing responsibility. It d...

Adding a new baby to a family is a life-changing event, not only for parents, but for siblings. This podcast discusses ways to make the transition smoother for older children and adjust to a new family dynamic. Parents will learn creative ways to prepare their older children for a new sibling, handle common conflicts, and foster a lifelong bond.

Learn about the vital role that parents play in helping their baby's and toddler's language development and literacy skills.

Join us for a conversation about risky play and why it is essential for young children! This episode will dive into the different types of risky play, why it is important for children to learn how to assess risk and communicate when they need help, and gives advice for parents on how to handle risky play.

The ever-increasing presence of technology in teens’ lives presents new opportunities, but not without potential questions and risks. This podcast explores the latest research on the impact of screens. Learn strategies and have opportunities for discussion around how to best manage parenting in this technology-infused world.

In this podcast we discuss tips and tricks to help you prepare your young child for the exciting transition of attending preschool. Use these tools to set both yourself and your child up for success during this big change!

Our role as parents evolves and grows along with our children…we don’t parent our 30-year-olds like we parented them when they were 3! Today we’re seeing an increasing number of adult children returning home to live with their parents. Listen to our podcast for tips on how to set boundaries, foster healthy relationships, keep communication open and offer your adult children support and guidance.

With not enough time in the day and too many expectations and responsibilities, today’s parents are busier than ever. Parents are feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally overwhelmed. Listen to this podcast to learn about ways that parents and caregivers can look for the warning signs of parental burnout, help themselves by practicing self-care, and remain present with their children.

Learn how to assess your child's maturity level in handling the responsibility of smartphone ownership. Parents can also learn how to manage their child's access, especially to social media.

This podcast explores the importance and creative possibilities of sensory play. Sensory play refers to activities that allow children to use their senses (like touch, sight, hearing, smell, and sometimes taste) to explore and learn about the world around them. It involves engaging with different materials, textures, colors, sounds, and smells, which helps children develop their brains, learn new...

This podcast offers key insights into autism, including its prevalence, diagnosis, and common misconceptions. We aim to provide a clear and informed perspective on this important topic.

This podcast will discuss the many benefits of self-care from the impact it has on physical and mental health to how it affects parenting and other relationships for the better.

In this podcast, "The parent-child feeding relationship", we take a look at the research based on Ellen Satter’s Division of Responsibility in Feeding. We offer simple tips for parents on how to get their kids to become healthy eaters for life.

This podcast will explain why reading to young children is so important and what age is best to begin.

Childhood exposure to stress and trauma can have lasting effects on the body and brain. Research suggests that these may only be risk factors and the negative effects of these adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) may be buffered by positive and protective experiences. This podcast explores the impact of trauma and ways parents and caregivers can build healthy relationships and foster resilience wi...

Concerned about being or becoming a good parent? In this podcast you will learn what it takes.

When our kids come to us with questions about the scary things happening in our world today, it’s not always easy to find the right words to say. As parents/caregivers, there are ways we can comfort our children and help guide them as they process difficult experiences and events. This podcast will discuss what to say and how to say it, as well as offer age-specific information and strategies to h...

Blending a family can be challenging; especially knowing that all step families begin with a history of loss. Blended families are created because previous relationships have ended. This type of loss can bring on feelings of sadness, anger, and fear. Learn about the challenges and strengths of blended families and get some tips on forming a healthy blended family of your own.

Part 2 of The Benefits of Family Meals explores the nutritional benefits of family meals. Our CCE nutritionist offers practical tips and information to make family mealtime a successful and nutritious part of your everyday routine.

Over the past 20 years research has confirmed that something good happens when families get together for meals. Namely, family meals are good for physical, mental, emotional, and nutritional health. This podcast explores what the actual mental and emotional benefits of family mealtime are and discusses strategies to help make them happen in your family.

In this podcast, expectant and new parents learn how important their role is in promoting their baby's physical, intellectual, social and emotional development during that crucial first year of life.

During this episode, we talk about the benefits of play for young children including how play positively impacts learning, health, and mental well-being. We also discuss how play has changed over time and offer suggestions to foster play in your child.

Learn how parenting styles impact child outcomes.

This podcast focuses on what builds a resilient child and family. The critical six protective factors which contribute to raising resilient children are discussed, as well as practical tips for parents to learn how to bounce back from challenges they may face.

Tune into "Managing Sibling Rivalry," by CCE Family Health and Wellness Parent Educator, Cara Weiner Sultan. This podcast will explore the multidimensional relationships between siblings and offer practical information to build healthy relationships between them.