Medical Trauma is real and often starts during toddler years. Learn about the latest research and easy tips to remove pain and fear around needle anxiety so your child can have a healthy relationship with their healthcare for life. This is a must-listen episode with Dr. Jody Thomas, Executive Director of the Meg Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering kids and families to prevent and relieve pain. She and her team are dedicated to creating mass access to the best resources, tools, and information.

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#347: Make Fear Around Doctors Visits Disappear with Dr. Jody Thomas

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Kids will refuse to do all kinds of things we ask of them, greeting others is only one of many! How do we first get to the reason and then guide based on both their feelings and level of comfort and our expectations for politeness or independence (depending on the situation?) Having expectations for behavior is good, but it can also be a fine line to walk, especially in some situations (such as greetings) Then how can a parent deal with ALL the hitting? All hitting channel, all the time! Listen to find out! If you have a question you'd like answered, send an email to support@yourvillageonline.com

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Parent Q & A: 3 Year-Old Refusing to Greet & Dealing with LOTS of Hitting

Discord between siblings is normal. But what do you do when it escalates to aggression or a level of conflict that is out of alignment with your family values? In this episode, I answer a question from a mom of toddlers about what's going on between her toddler and preschooler, why the behavior is happening, and how to fix it so everyone can feel safe and supported at home during their independent play.

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How to Fix Sibling Fights and Aggression

In last of this 3 part series, Erin dives deeper with examples and communication strategies that align with the goals of meeting children's needs for safety/security, and love and connection when dealing with adult issues that you may or may not decide to share with your children such as severe illness and death, adult relationship tension/strain, financial strain or other adult issues that a parent/parents are dealing with. The tactics illustrate exactly how to approach these types of concerns, what kids need most from us and how and what to consider in your unique situation, your values and your child's maturity and development.

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Family Ties: Strategies for Open Communication with Kids Part 3

In this episode, Erin dives deeper with examples and communication strategies that align with the goals of meeting children's needs for love and connection and a strong sense of self/self-esteem when dealing with common issues such as lying and teaching apologies and empathy. The tactics illustrate exactly how to approach these types of concerns, what is happening in kids' minds when they lie, or struggle to apologize so you can guide in ways that are most effective in maintaining a loving bond and your child's self-esteem while helping them learn why and how to tell the truth and give a proper heart-felt apology.

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Family Ties: Strategies for Open Communication with Kids Part 2

In this eye-opening episode, host Erin Royer offers wisdom to parents grappling with day-to-day struggles of parenting and/or deeper family difficulties. Understanding the delicacy of discussing such matters with children, Erin illuminates the path with child development insights and the 5 tiers of human needs, ensuring conversations are age-appropriate and nurturing. This episode is a guiding light for parents striving to foster connection, resilience, and understanding in their children during challenging times.

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#347: Make Fear Around Doctors Visits Disappear with Dr. Jody Thomas

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