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Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 44: Wanderings and U Got This (Grief Resources)Join Krista Naugler, CCLS for episode 44 (not 43) as she shares about a new publication, a grief journal for youth titled Wanderings: A Wayfinders Notebook and the 5th U Got This! Challenge: Wandering Around in Grief. The U Got This Challenge is a four-week grief support program which starts Monday, Feb. 3rd, 2025, see poster and it is free for youth 13-23. Listen to the podcast for all the details and use the QR code on the poster to sign up. Wanderings is a 100-page, full-colour notebook for youth created to offer tools and strategies to help navigate emotions in healthy...
2025-01-1413 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 41: Grief & Legacy Building; Stories and Insights from Child Life SpecialistsJoin Upopolis host Krista Naugler and Upopolis Intern Betina Sales for this episode. Betina takes over host of the podcast to interview for a candid conversation with guests Certified Child Life Specialists Shaindy Alexander and Melissa Dodaro to explore the impactful work of Child Life Specialists in legacy-building and grief support. Drawing from their extensive experience, they provide invaluable insights into the delicate process of creating legacies and offer practical guidance for those navigating the loss and grief.Upedia Webinar with Shaindy, Put on your rainboots – Including and supporting children through serious illness, death, dying, and grief.
2023-10-3147 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 14: Guest Linda SkinnerMarch included a very special day, International Women's Day. This day inspired our host Krista Naugler to sit down with one of Canada's very own women of impact in the world of Child Life, Linda Skinner. Linda's career in Child Life began when the profession of child life and the role of the "play lady" was new and spanned over four decades. In this episode, Linda shares about three initiatives that had a huge impact on child life during her career. Plus, she highlights other women of impact in the field, three Canadians and a few other colleagues t...
2021-03-2237 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 13: Guest Jane Marchildon, CCLSDo you work with youth with a mental health diagnosis or the children of parents with a mental illness? Yes, then this episode is for you. Child life specialist, Jane Marchildon joins our host Krista Naugler to chat about her top three child life-based interventions for this population, Bonus, Jane and Krista actually cover seven interventions including ones that Krista has done with youth navigating grief as the result of the death of a loved one. No worries, if your not a child life specialist because this episode still holds huge value for you too. Be sure to c...
2021-02-2317 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 11: Distraction ItemsInspired by another podcast, our host Krista Naugler is sharing her favorite things. In episode 11, she shares her five favorite distraction items or strategies. Child Life Specialists are often known in the hospitals for their bags of goodies and their distraction practices that support children and youth in having a positive experience.
2021-01-1912 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 10: Child Life for TeensYou asked and we are delivering! In the feedback following our Tools of The Trade workshop series, CCLS asked for more content and sessions on child life-based interventions for teens. Join Krista Naugler, host of the Upopolis podcast for a NYE count down of five technology-based ( and nontech alternatives) interventions that she has used in her Child Life career working with teens.
2020-12-3116 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 6: U Got This! CopingJoin Krista Naugler the host of the Upopolis podcast as she shares about the exercise the team created to help youth navigate 2020 and the world pandemic. This episode explores what the word cope means, how to sort out a coping plan, and some strategy examples. WorksheetVideo lesson with Jessica, Upopolis Program Coordinator
2020-11-2508 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 7: U Got This! Revisiting Your ScheduleJoin Krista Naugler host of the Upopolis podcast for a look at schedules and how 2020 has us finding new ways to make things show up in our day. Be sure to check out the other episodes highlighting exercises from the U Got This Challenge Brain vs Mind, Feelings, Coping and Goals)WorksheetsExercise Video Lesson
2020-11-2408 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 3.3: Parenting during a world pandemic with a unique lensJoin host and child life specialist Krista Naugler as she interviews fellow CCLS Shaindy Alexander about her experiences parenting youth through a world pandemic. You will love her use of the 3W's (wants, wishes, and worries) and checklists to cope with the unexpected, be sure to listen so that you can use her strategies in your practice or home.
2020-10-1614 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 3.2: Parenting during a world pandemic with a unique lensJoin host Krista Naugler as she chats with child life specialists Laura McGrath and Morgan Livingstone about their experience parenting youth during the COVID-19 world pandemic. Parenting at the best of times can be challenging, add a world pandemic to the mix and you will see parents pulling out their work skills and strategies to help them and their families cope.
2020-10-1330 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 3: Parenting during a world pandemic with a unique lensJoin Upopolis podcast host Krista Naugler for a conversation with three fellow child life specialists, who also happen to be the parents of youth ages 6-17 years. These four mothers share their experiences parenting during a world pandemic (aka COVID-19) with the unique lens of being a child life specialist. The interview covers tips, strategies, temperament, grief, and more. Thank you to Sarah Patterson, Laura Breau, and Jessica Miller for joining the podcast for episode 3.Resources:“Coronavirus: How to Teach your Kids about COVID-19” by BrainPop on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GoXxmzKdick&t=94s“Fla...
2020-09-2945 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 2: Meet Christina & Learn How Upopolis Came To BeIn this episode of the Upopolis Podcast, our host Krista Naugler is joined by Christina Papaevangelou, Co-founder of Kids' Health Links Foundation. Learn about the backstory of Upopolis and how the experience of two teenagers (one being herself) inspired Christina and her family to advocate for a safe place for youth to connect and partner with TELUS to make it happen.The episode will give you a glimps int to the evolution Upopolis and Christina and Krista will share stories of youth that they have met along the way.
2020-09-2117 min
Upopolis: The PodcastEpisode 1: Upopolis Connection AwardJoin the Upopolis podcast host Krista Naugler, CCLS as she spends some time chatting with two youth from Upopolis Samantha and Kendall, the recipients of the 2020 Upopolis Connection Awards. Upopolis is all about giving youth the opportunity to connect with peers with similar experiences and these two have done just that.
2020-09-0817 min
Upopolis: The PodcastWelcome to the Upopolis PodcastKrista Naugler the host of the Upopolis podcast shares a bit about Upopolis and what you can expect from the podcast launching September 2020. Join Krista every second Tuesday as she interviews youth and professionals who will share their experiences, expertise, research, and resources to support you in your journey as a youth, parent, or professional.
2020-08-1102 min