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The Parental Compass[Video] Helping Your Teen with Stress (Guest: Dr. Stuart Shankner) Episode 102Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.
To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca
2022-09-1419 min
The Parental CompassHelping Your Teen with Stress (Dr. Stuart Shankner) Episode 102Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.
To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca
2022-09-1419 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Absent Fathers (Guest: Tim Olson) Episode 101Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.
To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com
2022-09-0721 min
The Parental CompassAbsent Fathers (Guest: Tim Olson) Episode 101Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.
To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com
2022-09-0721 min
The Parental CompassEngaging Your Child in Activities They Love (Guest: Bobby Williams, Guest Host: Nathan Hodge) 100th Episode Celebration!!This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions.
This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio.
To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org.
To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com.
2022-08-3119 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Engaging Your Child in Activities They Love (Guest: Bobby Williams, Guest Host: Nathan Hodge) 100th Episode Celebration!!!This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions.
This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio.
To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org.
To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com.
2022-08-3119 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Finding the Right Child-Care (Guest: Gary Burris) Episode 99Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
2022-08-2418 min
The Parental CompassFinding the Right Child Care (Guest: Gary Burris) Episode 99Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
2022-08-2418 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Sex Talks with Tweens (Guest: Amy Lang) Episode 98Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?
Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.
2022-08-1721 min
The Parental CompassSex Talks with Tweens (Guest: Amy Lang) Episode 98Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?
Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.
2022-08-1721 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Sensory Challenges & How to Help! (Guest: Sally Carman) Episode 97Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.
2022-08-1021 min
The Parental CompassSensory Challenges & How to Help! (Guest: Sally Carman) Episode 97Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.
2022-08-1021 min
The Parental Compass[Video] The COVID Vaccine Update (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 96Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.
2022-08-0320 min
The Parental CompassThe Covid Vaccine Update (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 96Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.
2022-08-0320 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Youth Depression and Mental Health (Guest: Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI) Episode 95Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, it can be tough to know where to turn when your child is struggling.
Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.
For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org
2022-07-2719 min
The Parental CompassYouth Depression & Mental Health (Guest: Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI) Episode 95Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, knowing where to turn when your child is struggling can be tough.
Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.
For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org
2022-07-2719 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Encouraging Your Children to Be their Authentic Selves (Guest:Natasha Tarpley) Episode 94Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.
www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com
2022-07-2020 min
The Parental CompassEncouraging Your Children to Be their Authentic Selves (Guest: Natasha Tarpley) Episode 94Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.
www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com
2022-07-2020 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Parenting Life Lessons (Guest: Sports Broadcaster- Tony Ventrella) Episode 93As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”
Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.
2022-07-1320 min
The Parental CompassParenting Life Lessons (Guest: Sportscaster- Tony Ventrella) Episode 93As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”
Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.
2022-07-1320 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Helping the Addicted Child (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 92As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.
Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope.
To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com.
2022-07-0620 min
The Parental CompassHelping the Addicted Child (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 92As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.
Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope.
To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com.
2022-07-0620 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Supporting Your Child with ADHD (Guest: Diane Dempster) Episode 91This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them.
For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass
2022-06-2918 min
The Parental CompassSupporting Your Child with ADHD (Guest: Diane Dempster) Episode 91This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them.
For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass
2022-06-2918 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Resolving Conflict with Your Child (Guest: Cynthia Klein) Episode 90Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference.
Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.
2022-06-2218 min
The Parental CompassResolving Conflict with Your Child (Guest: Cynthia Klein) Episode 90Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference.
Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.
2022-06-2218 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Youth Mentorship (Guest: James Miles of Mentor Washington) Episode 89As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.
James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.
2022-06-1518 min
The Parental CompassYouth Mentorship (Guest: James Miles of Mentor Washington) Episode 89As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.
James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.
2022-06-1518 min
The Parental Compass[Video] The Facts About Marijuana (Guest: Jason Kilmer, Ph.D.) Episode 88Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.
Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.
For more information about supporting your children, visit:
www.StartTalkingNow.Org
www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org
www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org
2022-06-0820 min
The Parental CompassThe Facts on Marijuana (Guest: Jason Kilmer) Episode 88Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.
Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.
For more information about supporting your children, visit:
www.StartTalkingNow.Org
www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org
www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org
2022-06-0820 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Talking with Your Children About Vaping (Guest: Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative) Episode 87Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.
2022-06-0120 min
The Parental CompassTalking with Your Children About Vaping (Guest: Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative) Episode 87Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.
2022-06-0120 min
The Parental CompassBonus Episode - School Shootings (Guest: Officer Tyler Boling)In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling.
Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
2022-05-2721 minThe Parental Compass[Video] Bonus Episode- School shootings (Guest: Officer Tyler Boling)In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling.
Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America. Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.
2022-05-2721 min
The Parental Compass[Video] How to Work with the School AS A TEAM when Your Child is in Trouble (Guest: Matt Gale) Episode 86Education Specialist Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.
2022-05-2518 min
The Parental CompassHow to Work with the School AS A TEAM when Your Child is in Trouble (Guest: Matt Gale) Episode 86Education Specialist, Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.
2022-05-2518 min
The Parental CompassThe Challenges of Adopting a New Dog “And How to Fix Them” (Guest: Lori Carmen) Episode 85There are so many new things to learn when adopting a new dog. The challenge is that dogs don’t speak the same language as us, and it can be tough to understand what their actions are telling you.
Lori Carmen of Dream Dogs is a professional pet trainer. She also trains animals for films and movies. Lori joins The Compass to break down the challenges of having a new dog and explains what steps you can take to include them as part of your family successfully.
2022-05-1819 min
The Parental Compass[Video] The Challenges of Adopting a New Dog “And How to Fix Them” (Guest: Lori Carmen) Episode 85There are so many new things to learn when adopting a new dog. The challenge is that dogs don’t speak the same language as us, and it can be tough to understand what their actions are telling you.
Lori Carmen of Dream Dogs is a professional pet trainer. She also trains animals for films and movies. Lori joins The Compass to break down the challenges of having a new dog and explains what steps you can take to include them as part of your family successfully.
2022-05-1819 min
The Parental Compass[Video] The Grief of Infertility (Guest: Alicia Ferris) Episode 84So often the conversation around infertility can focus on the medical side, but what about the emotional challenges it brings? Therapist Alicia Ferris (simplejoycounseling.com) joins The Compass to share her experiences and what she has learned through her journey.
2022-05-1120 min
The Parental CompassThe Grief of Infertility (Guest: Alicia Ferris) Episode 84So often the conversation around infertility can focus on the medical side, but what about the emotional challenges it brings? Therapist Alicia Ferris (simplejoycounseling.com) joins The Compass to share her experiences and what she has learned through her journey.
2022-05-1120 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Supporting Transgender Youth (Guest: Aytch Denaro ‘They/Them’ & Anna Boomgaarden ‘She/Her’ from Mary Bridges Children’s Hospital) Episode 83For many parents, it can be tough to know how to best support transgender children.
Aytch Denaro (Clinical Social Worker) and Anna Boomgaarden (Clinical Nurse) from the Gender Health Clinic at Mary Bridge’s Children’s Hospital join The Compass to discuss parents' initial hesitancies, why chosen names and pronouns are so important, and navigating extended family.
2022-05-0420 min
The Parental CompassSupporting Transgender Youth (Guest: Aytch Denaro ‘They/Them’ & Anna Boomgaarden ‘She/Her’ from Mary Bridges Children’s Hospital) Episode 83For many parents, it can be tough to know how to best support transgender children.
Aytch Denaro (Clinical Social Worker) and Anna Boomgaarden (Clinical Nurse) from the Gender Health Clinic at Mary Bridge’s Children’s Hospital join The Compass to discuss parents' initial hesitancies, why chosen names and pronouns are so important, and navigating extended family.
2022-05-0420 min
The Parental CompassVroom: Early Learning Brain Development (Guest Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation) Episode 82A child’s brain is nearly fully developed before turning five years old. How can you make the most of such a critical time as a parent?
Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation joins The Compass to speak about Vroom. The Vroom app provides parents with ideas on how to engage their child’s mind that are backed by brain science.
To learn more about Vroom, visit www.Vroom.org
2022-04-2717 min
The Parental CompassVroom: Early Learning Brain Development (Guest Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation) Episode 82A child’s brain is nearly fully developed before turning five years old. How can you make the most of such a critical time as a parent?
Daniel Torres from the Bezos Family Foundation joins The Compass to speak about Vroom. The Vroom app provides parents with ideas on how to engage their child’s mind that are backed by brain science.
To learn more about Vroom, visit www.Vroom.org
2022-04-2717 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Therapeutic Horsemanship (Guest: Kristy Dees) Episode 81Kristy Dees is the founder of Heart Strides, a non-profit organization that teaches therapeutic horsemanship. Her organization works with youth who have experienced incarceration and other extreme mental health challenges.
Kristy joins The Compass to explain how horses can read your emotions, help you be present in your own body, and eventually heal from trauma.
www.heartstridestherapeutichorsemanship.com
2022-04-2019 min
The Parental CompassTherapeutic Horsemanship (Guest: Kristy Dees) Episode 81Kristy Dees is the founder of Heart Strides, a non-profit organization that teaches therapeutic horsemanship. Her organization works with youth who have experienced incarceration and other extreme mental health challenges.
Kristy joins The Compass to explain how horses can read your emotions, help you be present in your own body, and eventually heal from trauma.
www.heartstridestherapeutichorsemanship.com
2022-04-2019 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman- Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration) Episode 80Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
2022-04-1320 min
The Parental CompassCyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman- Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration) Episode 80Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.
2022-04-1320 min
The Parental CompassTeaching Your Child Self-Regulation (Guest: Allana Robinson) Episode 79Allana Robinson (www.allanarobinson.com) is a coach for parents with young children. She joins The Compass to discuss self-regulation strategies, why timeouts aren’t effective, and coping tools when your child has a sensory overload.
2022-04-0619 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Teaching Children Self-Regulation (Guest: Allana Robinson) Episode 79Allana Robinson (www.allanarobinson.com) is a coach for parents with young children. She joins The Compass to discuss self-regulation strategies, why timeouts aren’t effective, and coping tools when your child has a sensory overload.
2022-04-0619 min
The Parental CompassPositive Foster Parent/ Bio Parent Relationships (Guest: Victoria Wagner) Episode 78Three years ago, Victoria's children were placed into foster care. Through a lot of work on herself and a positive relationship with her children's foster parents, Victoria regained full custody.
She joins The Compass to share what made her relationship with her children's foster parents so successful.
2022-03-3014 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Positive Foster Parent / Bio Parent Relationships (Guest: Victoria Wagner) Episode 78Three years ago, Victoria's children were placed into foster care. Through a lot of work on herself and a positive relationship with her children's foster parents, Victoria regained full custody.
She joins The Compass to share what made her relationship with her children's foster parents so successful.
2022-03-3014 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Healthy Technology Use (Guest: Nathan Sutherland) Episode 77For children, the impact of technology is immense. It can be a source of entertainment or a way to connect with friends. The question is, how can you tell if technology is having a healthy influence on your child or an unhealthy one.
Nathan Sutherland of Flint and Iron (www.flintandiron.org) joins The Compass to explain how you can help your children to use technology, not let it use them.
2022-03-2321 min
The Parental CompassHealthy Technology Use (Guest: Nathan Sutherland) Episode 77For children, the impact of technology is immense. It can be a source of entertainment or a way to connect with friends. The question is, how can you tell if technology is having a healthy influence on your child or an unhealthy one.
Nathan Sutherland of Flint and Iron (www.flintandiron.org) joins The Compass to explain how you can help your children to use technology, not let it use them.
2022-03-2321 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Potty Training (Guest: Anneliese Schlachter) Episode 76Potty training consultant Anneliese Schlachter (PottyTalkMama.com) joins The Compass to explain all things potty training. How do you avoid power struggles? What helps to keep a child motivated? How long does the whole process take? Learn these answers and more in this week’s episode!
2022-03-1618 min
The Parental CompassPotty Training (Guest: Anneliese Schlachter) Episode 76Potty training consultant Anneliese Schlachter (PottyTalkMama.com) joins The Compass to explain all things potty training. How do you avoid power struggles? What helps to keep a child motivated? How long does the whole process take? Learn these answers and more in this week’s episode!
2022-03-1618 min
The Parental Compass[Video] How a ’Spark’ Can Change Your Child’s Life (Guest: Parfait Bassale) Episode 75Parfait Bassale joins The Compass to discuss the impact that music and creativity have had on his life. He explains how having a passion or "spark" can change your child's sense of self, help them to develop life skills, and become successful adults.
www.parfaitbassale.com
2022-03-0921 min
The Parental CompassHow a ’Spark’ Can Change Your Child’s Life (Guest: Parfait Bassale) Episode 75Parfait Bassale joins The Compass to discuss the impact that music and creativity have had on his life. He explains how having a passion or "spark" can change your child's sense of self, help them to develop life skills, and become successful adults.
www.parfaitbassale.com
2022-03-0921 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Helping Your Child Through Surgery (Guest: Maggie McMillen) Episode 74When a child is having surgery, it can bring up many questions. How can you explain to them what’s happening? How do you navigate managing pain? What does the recovery process look like? Registered pediatric nurse Maggie McMillen joins The Compass to answer these questions and more.
2022-03-0219 min
The Parental CompassHelping Your Child Through Surgery (Guest: Maggie McMillen) Episode 74When a child is having surgery, it can bring up many questions. How can you explain to them what’s happening? How do you navigate managing pain? What does the recovery process look like? Registered pediatric nurse Maggie McMillen joins The Compass to answer these questions and more.
2022-03-0219 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Fostering Teenagers (Guest: Jody Smetak & Scott Hanauer) Episode 73When you think about foster care, teenagers of often left out. Family therapist Jody Smetak and Clinical Director Scott Hanauer have been foster parents throughout their lives. They join The Compass to discuss using rewards to encourage positive behavior, finding youth’s “sparks,” and the impact of a child’s friends.
2022-02-2320 min
The Parental CompassFostering Teenagers (Guest: Jody Smetak & Scott Hanauer) Episode 73When you think about foster care, teenagers of often left out. Family therapist Jody Smetak and Clinical Director Scott Hanauer have been foster parents throughout their lives. They join The Compass to discuss using rewards to encourage positive behavior, finding youth’s “sparks,” and the impact of a child’s friends.
2022-02-2320 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Kinship Care (Guest: Lynn Urvina) Episode 72Lynn's whole life changed when she discovered she had a grandchild that she never knew of. She soon became this child's primary parent through Kinship Care. Lynn now joins The Compass to discuss setting boundaries, navigating the legal system, and learning to adjust your lifestyle.
2022-02-1619 min
The Parental CompassKinship Care (Guest: Lynn Urvina) Episode 72Lynn's whole life changed when she discovered she had a grandchild that she never knew of. She soon became this child's primary parent through Kinship Care. Lynn now joins The Compass to discuss setting boundaries, navigating the legal system, and learning to adjust your lifestyle.
2022-02-1619 min
The Parental Compass[Video] My Experience in Foster Care (Guest: Mike Jones) Episode 71Mike Jones first entered foster care when he was 14 years old. He joins The Compass to talk about his experiences within the foster care system, advice for foster parents, and what helped him to become a successful adult.
2022-02-0920 min
The Parental CompassMy Experience in Foster Care (Guest: Mike Jones) Episode 71Mike Jones first entered foster care when he was 14 years old. He joins The Compass to talk about his experiences within the foster care system, advice for foster parents, and what helped him become a successful adult.
2022-02-0920 min
The Parental CompassHelping Children Through Grief (Guest: Michele Benyo) Episode 70When children go through tragedy, they express themselves differently than adults. It’s tough for parents to know how to help them process their feelings. Parenting coach and founder of Good Grief Parenting, Michele Benyo, joins The Compass to guide navigating through this challenging time.
2022-02-0320 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Helping Children Through Grief (Guest: Michele Benyo) Episode 70When children go through tragedy, they express themselves differently than adults. It’s tough for parents to know how to help them process their feelings. Parenting coach and founder of Good Grief Parenting, Michele Benyo, joins The Compass to guide navigating through this challenging time.
2022-02-0220 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Emotional Development (Guest: Caprice Paduano) Episode 69Every parent wants their child to have positive relationships throughout their lives. Children start developing their relationship skills as soon as they are born.
This week on The Compass, we speak with professor Caprice Paduano about emotional development and how you can help guide your child through this complicated process as a parent.
2022-01-2619 min
The Parental CompassEmotional Development (Guest: Caprice Paduano) Episode 69Every parent wants their child to have positive relationships throughout their lives. Children start developing their relationship skills as soon as they are born.
This week on The Compass, we speak with professor Caprice Paduano about emotional development and how you can help guide your child through this complicated process as a parent.
2022-01-2619 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Postpartum Depression (Guest: Suzanne Yatim Aslam) Episode 68This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
2022-01-1919 min
The Parental CompassPostpartum Depression (Guest: Suzanne Yatim Aslam) Episode 68This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
2022-01-1919 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Picky Eaters (Guest: Prof. Tanya Murray) Episode 67Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy?
Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
2022-01-1220 min
The Parental CompassPicky Eaters (Guest: Tanya Murray) Episode 67Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy?
Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
2022-01-1220 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Encore Episode- Understanding Fatherhood (Guest- Keoki Kananoe)This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
2022-01-0520 min
The Parental CompassEncore Episode- Understanding Fatherhood (Guest: Keoki kauanoe)This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe.
Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
2022-01-0520 min
The Parental Compass[Video] The Best of The Parental Compass 2021In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
2021-12-2920 min
The Parental CompassThe Best of The Parental Compass 2021In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
2021-12-2920 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Ask a Vet, Pet Ownership (Guest: Lisa Parshley) Episode 66A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
2021-12-2220 min
The Parental CompassAsk a Vet, Pet Ownership (Guest: Lisa Parshley) Episode 66A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
2021-12-2220 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Open Communication with Your Child (Guest: Khurshida Begum) Episode 65While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
2021-12-1520 min
The Parental CompassOpen Communication with Your Child (Guest: Khurshida Begum) Episode 65While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
2021-12-1520 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Step Parenting - Part Two (Guest: Juli Jager) Episode 64Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
2021-12-0820 min
The Parental CompassStep Parenting- Part Two (Guest: Juli Jager) Episode 64Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
2021-12-0820 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Step Parenting- Part One (Guests: Kyle Murphy & Danielle Dickinson) Episode 63Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
2021-12-0119 min
The Parental CompassStep Parenting – Part 1 (Guest: Kyle Murphy & Danielle Dickinson) Episode 63Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
2021-12-0119 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Becoming and Foster or Adoptive Parent (Guest: Dustin DeVries) Episode 62Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
2021-11-2418 min
The Parental CompassBecoming and Foster or Adoptive Parent (Guest: Dustin DeVries) Episode 62Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
2021-11-2418 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Parenting as a Recovering Addict (Guest: Sam Miller) Episode 61Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
2021-11-1719 min
The Parental CompassParenting as a Recovering Addict (Guest: Sam Miller) Episode 61Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
2021-11-1719 min
The Parental CompassRaising a Child Who Gives Back to the Community (Guest: Theo Yu) Episode 60For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
2021-11-1220 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Raising Your Child to Give Back to the Community (Guest: Theo Yu) Episode 60For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
2021-11-1020 min
The Parental CompassBuilding on Your Parenting Strengths (Guest: Brandon Miller) Episode 59For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
2021-11-0320 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Building on Your Parenting Strengths (Guest: Brandon Miller) Episode 58For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
2021-11-0320 min
The Parental CompassFocusing on Solutions (Guest: Craig Smith) Episode 58When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though.
Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
2021-10-2719 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Focusing on Solutions (Guest: Craig Smith) Episode 58When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though.
Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
2021-10-2719 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Self Care (Guest: Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite) Episode 57Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
2021-10-2020 min
The Parental CompassSelf-Care (Guest: Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite) Episode 57Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
2021-10-2020 min
The Parental Compass[Video] Joint Custody with a Jerk (Guest: Julie Ross) Episode 56Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
2021-10-1319 min
The Parental CompassJoint Custody with a Jerk (Guest: Julie Ross) Episode 56Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
2021-10-1319 min