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In this episode, we explore a variety of activities for caregivers to reflect on as we enter a busy time of year.  We hope you enjoy the episode! 

In this episode, we connect with Dr. Joe Sander and explore Veterans Day.  We also share quotes from veterans in our district and conversation starters for listeners.  We hope you enjoy the episode!  

Do you dread dinner time because of all the choices, the potential for someone to not like what is served, not being fully prepared or because of the rush of it all?  This episode will unveil how to make mealtime enjoyable…or at least give us some things to think about and a few tools to consider!    

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In this episode, we connect with game store owner and expert Stefanie Crawford. The conversation is centered around the importance of games for all ages, and she is kind enough to share a few of her favorites with us!  We hope you enjoy the episode!  

In this episode, we share a few of our thoughts on the contents of Jennifer Wallace’s new book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It.  We have really appreciated the contents of this book, and we hope you enjoy this episode!

In this episode, we connect with Julie Smith to discuss how to be intentional about helping the children in our care with social media.  We hope you enjoy the episode! 

Thank you for all you do as a caregiver. Join us as we talk with Christina Kienitz about the importance of intentionally showing our appreciation.  Please know that we appreciate you!  

Join us as we explore how to make the most of our summertime with our children being out of school.  We explore topics like routines and boredom.  

What role does nature play in your house?  Join us as we take a dip into research around how nature impacts the children in our care.

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Join us on a reflective journey talking about our first-ever Care U Community book study.  We touch briefly on the contents of the book we read and discussed together and shared some of the feedback from our participants. 

Welcome Faith Waterfield and Laura Steiner to discuss how we can be intentional about teaching, modeling and practicing the essential skills we want our children to master. Hope you enjoy it!  

Welcome Steve Graner to Care U.  In this episode, Mr. Graner shares relevant information about the brain and how it works. This episode will not disappoint and we hope you enjoy it!

In this episode, we connect with Jennifer Ehehalt, a representative from Common Sense Media.  She shares a plethora of resources for us to use to reflect on any and all of our media needs.  We hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode, we share 5 practical tips for combatting the holiday hustle. We hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode, we explore the value of gratitude and share different ways to practice & express gratitude.  A variety of tips & tricks for both grown ups and for the children in our care are shared.  We are grateful for YOU!

Welcome Dr. Craig Smock to Care U.  In this episode, we discussed his journey as a parent and educator. Dr. Smock took the opportunity to reflect on his parenting style. It is chock-full of insightful nuggets, and we hope you enjoy the episode!

In this episode, Stephanie and Don explore the variety of parenting/caregiving styles.