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The Parenting Cipher5 Tips For Enjoying Amusement Parks With Kids With DisabilitiesOn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, join our host Genie Dawkins as she delves into the exciting topic of summer adventures. In this episode, Genie shares her love for connecting with people and imparting valuable information.Get ready to pack your bags, because Genie is taking her family on a thrilling trip to Disney this summer! But this episode isn't just about the fun and excitement; it's about ensuring that all families, including those with disabilities, can have an unforgettable experience at amusement parks.Genie takes a deep dive into the accessibility...2023-07-1829 min
Afros & Audio Interview SeriesAfros & Audio's Black History Month Interview series with Genie DawkinsIf you're a parent looking for an audio resource that's humorous, real, and intended to share experiences and advice on how to become an empowered and confident advocate for your children, then this 4th episode of Afros & Audio's Black History Month Interview series is for you! Join Talib Jasir as he interviews Genie "Lateefa" Dawkins to hear her amazing story of navigating the American education system and why she wrote a best-selling book titled, "Not My Child" and started her award-winning podcast "The Parenting Cipher." Genie shares how her podcast interviews helped her to stay...2023-03-0434 min
The Parenting Cipher5 Helpful Ways to Control Your Stress to Live LongerIn the latest episode of The Parenting Cipher, listeners are given valuable tools and knowledge to improve their parenting skills and experiences. Here are three key takeaways for you:- The podcast discusses resources that parents can use to help their children thrive, including The Whole-Brain Child book, Parenting in the Digital Age course, The Connected Parent book, and Mindsight book.- The season three finale covers navigating discipline, advocating for children with learning disabilities, managing stress, and more.- The podcast emphasizes the importance of education and its impact...2021-12-2818 min
The Parenting CipherIt's Easy Family gathering tips to save your sanity!In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie delved into navigating the holiday season with a child who has different diagnoses that may cause social, auditory or sensory challenges. Genie talks about her own experience of dealing with relatives who don't understand her children's challenges and how she handles expectations of well-behaved children. Genie emphasizes the importance of having conversations with immediate family members and explains how they can help. Genie also shares a personal story of her child's struggle with pivoting plans and social interactions during a visit to his grandmother. Tune in to learn valuable tips for...2021-12-2125 min
The Parenting Cipher3 Wonderful Ways To Know If Your Child is Making ProgressIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, One of the issues parents face in our community is placing our faith in school systems that tell us they will helo our children make progress in school and turn around and discover that our children are still far behind their peers. that your child is making. Genie shares how to know if your child is making progress in school and the steps to take to as a parent to advocate for your child to receive services that will help them get closer to being on grade level while building their self-confidence.2021-12-0819 min
The Parenting Cipher6 Empowering Ways To Take Charge of Your healthIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie takes you on a reflective journey of her health issues and how to improve your own health advocate. While discussing the disparities and bias in health care that adds to the fact African Americans are 50 percent more likely to die of a stroke, cancer, and COVID as compared to their white adult counterparts. A healthy body is a healthy mind. So, it is important that you take care of both aspects equally and not neglect one for the other. Tune in for Genie’s six tips for taking charge of your he...2021-10-2623 min
The Parenting CipherSeason 3 TrailerGet ready! Season 3 of The Parenting Cipher kicks off in October of 2021. On each episode our host Genie, parent confidence strategist and best-selling author, will give you the tools and resources to help your child thrive in school and in life. Nominated for the “Best black family parenting Podcast” by the Black Podcasting Awards, The Parenting Cipher is for parents both new and veteran to the world of special needs who want to best support their children’s differences. Click the subscribe button to make sure you don’t miss a single episode as The Parenting Cipher moves into the space...2021-10-1303 min
The Parenting CipherSpectacular ways Diverse Books can change your child's worldOn the season finale of The Parenting Cipher, Stephanie Reed of MiJa Books joins Genie to talk about the importance of representation in children’s books and the positive effect it can have on our children’s self esteem and the ways they relate to others. Exposure to diverse books can create a more inclusive world. Hear about what MiJa Books is doing to make multicultural stories-- especially stories of joy and existence-- accessible to everyone in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a singl...2021-06-0846 min
The Parenting CipherConversations special needs mom need to haveIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, join Kendra Lendsey, host of The Yo Fly Aunty Podcast, and Genie for a conversation that all special needs moms need to have. From how parenting changes as we get older and dealing with the isolation of being a special needs parent to strategies on how to be the best advocate for your child, Kendra and Genie share their stories and experiences. They discuss grades, stepping on other people’s toes, the power of writing, and much more on this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHos...2021-03-161h 16
The Parenting CipherJourney to Embracing and Thriving with Tourettes SyndromeIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, William Atkins IV, a high school senior, joins Genie to talk about his experience having Tourette’s Syndrome. William, joined by his mother, shares about getting his diagnosis, making friends, and setting goals and aspirations. Hear about what helped him accept himself and take exciting chances in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over 25 years of being a parent advocate of special needs children. In addition to obtaining her Certification in...2021-03-1027 min
The Parenting CipherHow To Raise Confident Black Kids In White SpacesIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, authors of Do Right By Me: Learning to Raise Black Children in White Spaces, Valerie Harrison and Kathryn D’Angelo, share insights from their book on how to raise confident Black children with positive racial identity. They discuss strategies for interacting with white spaces including schools, health care, and sports. Kathryn also shares her personal experience as a white woman raising her adopted bi-racial son in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and...2021-03-0351 min
The Parenting Cipher5 Easy Ways To Prepare For An Individual Education PlanIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie gets ready for Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting season. Whether this is your child’s very first IEP meeting or you are a veteran, we can always improve and empower ourselves when going into an IEP meeting. Tune in for Genie’s five tips to prepare for your next IEP meeting to feel confident and get what your child needs-- along with a special guest appearance from Genie’s son-- in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a si...2021-02-2426 min
The Parenting CipherHow To Become A Better Parent With The Secrets Of SleepIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie shares her experience with extreme sleep deprivation and what it took to get the help she needed to take care of herself. Genie’s story reveals how overthinking and guilt can lead to sleep deprivation, a problem that many of us suffer from whether we realize it or not. Sleep is so important to our well-being and ability to make good decisions, so find out how to get better sleep in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is...2021-02-1024 min
The Parenting CipherMind Blowing Ways To Create A Self-Care Regimen Thats Easy To Do EverydayIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Kabrena Williams of Scratch Made Consulting brings her wealth of knowledge on behavior and self care to answer your questions about what self care is and what it should look like for you. If the words “self care” make you cringe, then you have to listen to Kabrena debunk the top self care assumptions she sees in her life of work. Using her WIN Method, Kabrena shares how to incorporate self care in a way you can handle it, not the way the media tells us to in this episode of The Pare...2021-02-0346 min
The Parenting Cipher6 Unique Ways To Make Virtual School Work For YouIn this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie reflects on and reframes what she has learned during virtual school in 2020. If you’re finding yourself tired of virtual school (you’re not alone!), this is the episode to refresh you and equip you with new strategies moving forward with your child’s education, including areas such as motivation, IEP goals, social workers, and compensatory education. Genie shares six great tips, with her stories along the way, of how you can best approach and actually take advantage of virtual learning in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie D...2021-01-2723 min
The Parenting CipherEasy Ways Growth Mindset Will Empower Your LifeSeason two of The Parenting Cipher is all about possibilities. Start the year off right by learning in this episode what is a growth mindset and how you can use it to leverage the possibilities of your and your child’s goals. It’s easier than you think and totally worth it! Does your child have a fixed mindset? Hear about why you should think twice before calling your child “smart” in this episode of The Parenting Cipher. Genie DawkinsHost of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over...2021-01-1313 min
The Parenting CipherSeason 2 TrailerGet ready! Season 2 of The Parenting Cipher kicks off on January 12th, 2021. Each episode our host Genie, parent confidence strategist and best-selling author, will give you the tools and resources to help your child thrive in school and in life. Ranked one of the Top 50 Black Mom Podcasts to Follow in 2020, The Parenting Cipher is for parents both new and veteran to the world of special needs who want to best support their children’s differences. Click the subscribe button to make sure you don’t miss a single episode as The Parenting Cipher moves into the space of poss...2021-01-0603 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsMinority mental health awarenessShort discussion on stepping into mental health labels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-2316 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsMinority mental health awarenessShort discussion on stepping into mental health labels.2019-07-2316 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSelf-Care happens when you stop addictive behaviorDiscussion about discovering our addictive behaviors that keep us from our ideal self-care plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-2204 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSelf-Care happens when you stop addictive behaviorDiscussion about discovering our addictive behaviors that keep us from our ideal self-care plan.2019-07-2204 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie Dawkins5 Ways to Get Your Kids To Drink More WaterWhen it’s a hard no to get your kids to drink water, what do you do? Here are a couple of tips to get them to drink more water and love it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-1005 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie Dawkins5 Ways to Get Your Kids To Drink More WaterWhen it’s a hard no to get your kids to drink water, what do you do? Here are a couple of tips to get them to drink more water and love it.2019-07-1005 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFireworks: 4 Ways to Support Your Child to Learn to Love or Survive Them4 tips to survive fireworks when your child has sensory disorder.2019-07-0404 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFireworks: 4 Ways to Support Your Child to Learn to Love or Survive Them4 tips to survive fireworks when your child has sensory disorder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-0404 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSmall Habits and Big ChangesHabits can lead to big changes when you give yourself grace and understanding when you create them.2019-07-0205 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSmall Habits and Big ChangesHabits can lead to big changes when you give yourself grace and understanding when you create them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-0205 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsThe anger rollercoasterHow to talk to your child about how anger shows up in their body.2019-06-2708 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsThe anger rollercoasterHow to talk to your child about how anger shows up in their body. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-2708 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow to Get More our of Your SummerWays to help your child and family get more out of their summer.2019-06-2506 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow to Get More our of Your SummerWays to help your child and family get more out of their summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-2506 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsQuick Ways to Stay In Touch w/FriendsBoost your overall health by connecting with your friends in quick ways.2019-06-2104 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsQuick Ways to Stay In Touch w/FriendsBoost your overall health by connecting with your friends in quick ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-2104 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsTips to beat Bedtime AnxietyWhen getting your kids to bed is a hard task because of their fears. These tips will help you create a plan to get them to rest quicker so you can get some extra “me” time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-2005 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsTips to beat Bedtime AnxietyWhen getting your kids to bed is a hard task because of their fears. These tips will help you create a plan to get them to rest quicker so you can get some extra “me” time.2019-06-2005 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFathers Day and ConnectionIt’s Fathers Day and I’m sharing a few ideas to build connections between father and child. Small moments build everlasting relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-1403 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFathers Day and ConnectionIt’s Fathers Day and I’m sharing a few ideas to build connections between father and child. Small moments build everlasting relationships.2019-06-1403 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsExecutive FunctionHave you been told that your child needs to work on their executive Functioning skills? I provide a quick tutorial on how Executive Function shows up in your child's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-1102 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsExecutive FunctionHave you been told that your child needs to work on their executive Functioning skills? I provide a quick tutorial on how Executive Function shows up in your child's life.2019-06-1102 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsBook Highlight: Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier ParentsBook review on one of my favorite Parenting Self-care books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-1004 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsBook Highlight: Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier ParentsBook review on one of my favorite Parenting Self-care books.2019-06-1004 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGraduation and RelationshipsDiscussing how you can increase your child’s success through relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-0707 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGraduation and RelationshipsDiscussing how you can increase your child’s success through relationships.2019-06-0707 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFun and ExerciseWays to incorporate exercise that the whole family can enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-0502 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsFun and ExerciseWays to incorporate exercise that the whole family can enjoy.2019-06-0502 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsWhat do Speech Therapist do?I discuss the various ways that speech therapist can help you and your child . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-0403 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsWhat do Speech Therapist do?I discuss the various ways that speech therapist can help you and your child .2019-06-0403 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsConfidently Parenting: Changing EpisodeSpecial Episodee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-3003 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsConfidently Parenting: Changing EpisodeSpecial Episodee2019-05-3003 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsMaking Dreams Into Self-Care RealitySince you can move mountains for your child you can choose a dream deferred as part of self-care to preserve your spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-2702 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsMaking Dreams Into Self-Care RealitySince you can move mountains for your child you can choose a dream deferred as part of self-care to preserve your spirit.2019-05-2702 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGiving Your Child A Voice To Change The WorldWe’re in London, UK discussing the environmental protest by the youth ages from 4-18 years old. How these protest effect our future and how teaching your child to self advocate brings change.2019-05-2506 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGiving Your Child A Voice To Change The WorldWe’re in London, UK discussing the environmental protest by the youth ages from 4-18 years old. How these protest effect our future and how teaching your child to self advocate brings change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-2506 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow Weighted Blankets Can Help Your Kids Sleep BetterListen to how weighted blankets can turn your kids nightly routine into constant wins.2019-05-1402 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow Weighted Blankets Can Help Your Kids Sleep BetterListen to how weighted blankets can turn your kids nightly routine into constant wins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-1402 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsLove ShowersBuilding your confidence and self confidence through a minute exercise.2019-05-1302 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsLove ShowersBuilding your confidence and self confidence through a minute exercise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-1302 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting To Know Me: Starting My Day with Self-CareEveryone needs to start their day off with a routine that centers them. As a single-mom of 2 boys I have to set my day up to take the world by storm ....or weather them depending on the day.2019-05-0803 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting To Know Me: Starting My Day with Self-CareEveryone needs to start their day off with a routine that centers them. As a single-mom of 2 boys I have to set my day up to take the world by storm ....or weather them depending on the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0803 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsNo More Sugar, Please?Sugar! Sugar ! Everywhere! Here are a few tips to decrease the amount of sugar in real life. The goal is moderation to ease the sugar withdrawals and to increase your everyones desire to eat natural sources of sugar. 2019-05-0804 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsNo More Sugar, Please?Sugar! Sugar ! Everywhere! Here are a few tips to decrease the amount of sugar in real life. The goal is moderation to ease the sugar withdrawals and to increase your everyones desire to eat natural sources of sugar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0804 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSelf-Care is Not SelfishDebunking the idea that taking care of yourself is selfish.2019-05-0602 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsSelf-Care is Not SelfishDebunking the idea that taking care of yourself is selfish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0602 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting To Know Me: Things Changed For Me When...In life we have moments that change our lives. In this recording I discuss one of my life changing events and how I stepped into a world of gratitude.2019-05-0205 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting To Know Me: Things Changed For Me When...In life we have moments that change our lives. In this recording I discuss one of my life changing events and how I stepped into a world of gratitude. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0205 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow To Get Your Picky Eater To Try New Foods7 tips to help parents get their picky eaters to try new foods.2019-05-0103 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow To Get Your Picky Eater To Try New Foods7 tips to help parents get their picky eaters to try new foods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0103 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting to Know Me: Letter to My Younger SelfAs part of my Getting to Know me series today I was asked to write a letter to my younger self. Can you imagine what you would say to your younger self? Check out my response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-05-0102 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGetting to Know Me: Letter to My Younger SelfAs part of my Getting to Know me series today I was asked to write a letter to my younger self. Can you imagine what you would say to your younger self? Check out my response.2019-05-0102 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow An IEP Binder Creates A Successful IEPIn this episode I explain how an IEP Binder has made it easier to advocate during an IEP meeting and how to create one at home.2019-04-3003 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsHow An IEP Binder Creates A Successful IEPIn this episode I explain how an IEP Binder has made it easier to advocate during an IEP meeting and how to create one at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-3003 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGet To Know Me: Characterize Myself In One WordThis part of a special series called Get To Know Me, Genie Dawkins. I was asked the question “If my entire essence were to be bottled and made into a scent, it would be named…” once you take a listen I’d love to hear the one word you would use to characterize yourself.2019-04-2903 min
Confidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsGet To Know Me: Characterize Myself In One WordThis part of a special series called Get To Know Me, Genie Dawkins. I was asked the question “If my entire essence were to be bottled and made into a scent, it would be named…” once you take a listen I’d love to hear the one word you would use to characterize yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2903 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsWhen Saying “No” Becomes Self-careWhen saying “no” becomes self-care and ways to do it easily. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2903 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsWhen Saying “No” Becomes Self-careWhen saying “no” becomes self-care and ways to do it easily.2019-04-2903 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsCo-parenting is for everyoneI'm discussing co-parenting tips for everyone to use. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2704 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsCo-parenting is for everyoneI'm discussing co-parenting tips for everyone to use.2019-04-2704 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsPerspective TakingSocial- emotional tips discussing ways to help your child connect with other kids and make friends.2019-04-2502 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsPerspective TakingSocial- emotional tips discussing ways to help your child connect with other kids and make friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2502 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie Dawkins3 Steps to A Powerful Individual Education PlanOne of the most powerful ways to show up for your child's Individual Education Plan (IEP's) is to be prepared. Here are three quick tips to help you prepare for your next IEP meeting. To grab your free IEP checklist go to www.geniedawkins.com2019-04-2303 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie Dawkins3 Steps to A Powerful Individual Education PlanOne of the most powerful ways to show up for your child's Individual Education Plan (IEP's) is to be prepared. Here are three quick tips to help you prepare for your next IEP meeting. To grab your free IEP checklist go to www.geniedawkins.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2303 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsLittle doses of Self-CareAs a parent one of the challenges is finding time to take care of yourself. This is a quick tip on how to start giving yourself some love everyday.2019-04-2202 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsLittle doses of Self-CareAs a parent one of the challenges is finding time to take care of yourself. This is a quick tip on how to start giving yourself some love everyday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-2202 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsJoyful ConnectionTruly Connecting Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-04-1203 minConfidently Parenting w/Genie DawkinsJoyful ConnectionTruly Connecting2019-04-1203 min