FC024: The Push Kids Need to Succeed, Sarah Newton (February 7, 2014)

02/06/14 • 22 min

Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.

Sarah Newton gives parents tips for helping their kids "quit panicking about schoolwork and just do it." She's also got advice for parents to calm down and step back so the kids can step up and get the job done. About Sarah Newton Sarah Newton, creator of teenology, has shared her wisdom with millions who've tuned into her TV and radio shows. A highly respected and effective parent and youth coach, Sarah's been hailed as "The Supernanny for Teens" by TV Times. Her books include: Help! My Teenager is an Alien named by The Independent as one of the 10 Best Guides to Teens. Learn more at SarahNewton.com. Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

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FCV002 Kids and Violent Video Games—What's a parent to do?, Rosalind Wiseman (January 31, 2014)

Video game content isn't a big deal to our tweens and teens (as long as they're fun), but how do you talk to them about games that are violent, sexist? Rosalind Wiseman is back and has tips for parents about influencing teens around game content. Annie also interviewed Rosalind in December 2009. Video version: http://youtu.be/sQczIPVoTao About Rosalind Wiseman Rosalind Wiseman is a teacher, thought leader and media spokesperson for bullying, ethical leadership and the use of social media. Her ground-breaking, best selling book Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World was the basis for the movie Mean Girls. Her latest book, Masterminds and Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World provides an insightful look at the new rules of boy world. Learn more at http://RosalindWiseman.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

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FCV003 The Bloom Method, Helping Your Children Blossom, Dr. Lynne Kenney

When a child's behavior pushes Mom's or Dad's buttons, our typical response is anger, then punishment. But punishing kids rarely teaches them anything positive. Annie talks with Dr. Lynne Kenney about ways to turn "bad behavior" into a positive learning experiences for parents and kids. About Lynne Kenney Dr. Lynne Kenney, aka The Family Coach, is a mother of two, a practicing pediatric psychologist in Scottsdale, AZ, and the author of The Family Coach Method (http://www.lynnekenney.com/tfcm/) Her new book (co-authored with Wendy Young) is Bloom: Helping children blossom (http://www.lynnekenney.com/bloom/). Bloom, with its focus on teaching rather than punishing, is revolutionizing classrooms and homes worldwide. Learn more at http://LynneKenney.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.