Parenting in Acadiana - Quality Resources Through Your Parenting Journey
Kids & Family Podcasts
Parenting in Acadiana is the first podcast in Acadiana dedicated to share and provide parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, caregivers, and individuals alike tips, stories, and resources. We focus on bringing you stories and resources to help you create a healthier lifestyle, address situations you may feel uneasy about, build confidence in your child if they're being bullied, and tons of different topics to ultimately support you through your parenting journey. In this podcast, we sit down and dive into the lives of parents, professionals, community developers, and leaders in Acadiana who give valuable and insightful tips for parents and families. Whether you are a new parent or parents to adult children, our podcast aims to make your number one job as a parent as stress free as possible. Plug in your earphones, go about your chores, and press PLAY.
Location:
United States
Description:
Parenting in Acadiana is the first podcast in Acadiana dedicated to share and provide parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, caregivers, and individuals alike tips, stories, and resources. We focus on bringing you stories and resources to help you create a healthier lifestyle, address situations you may feel uneasy about, build confidence in your child if they're being bullied, and tons of different topics to ultimately support you through your parenting journey. In this podcast, we sit down and dive into the lives of parents, professionals, community developers, and leaders in Acadiana who give valuable and insightful tips for parents and families. Whether you are a new parent or parents to adult children, our podcast aims to make your number one job as a parent as stress free as possible. Plug in your earphones, go about your chores, and press PLAY.
Language:
English
Contact:
3378069393
Website:
http://www.womansfoundation.com/
Episodes
Through the Duhon Family Lens: Overcoming COVID-19 Together
8/13/2020
Kellie Duhon, Corporate Giving Program Manager of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana shares her insightful story of how her family was able to overcome COVID-19. Like many of us, Kellie prepped, prepared and stocked on all of the essentials needed during the mandatory stay-at-home order. However, when "the outside" slowly opened up, her family soon realized that there was a high chance COVID-19 was knocking on their door. Resources mentioned in the episoide: Where to find testing sites:...
Duration:00:56:08
Social Emotional Learning, Goal Setting, and Core Values with Girls on the Run
5/28/2020
Social Emotional Learning, Goal Setting, and Core Values with Girls on the Run by WomansFoundation
Duration:00:17:23
Navigating Emotional Distress and Staying Healthy During a Pandemic
5/21/2020
Yvette Quantz with Eat Fit Acadiana joins us again to give our listeners a great and easy way to navigate emotional eating and distress. It's a simple acronym that can help you slow down, recognize your emotions, and know that it's completely normal during a time like this. Listen to our newest episode to hear how Yvette uses her passion to educate, spread positivity, and empower others to live their best, healthy life. Follow them on Facebook: www.facebook.com/eatfitacadiana Instagram:...
Duration:00:23:53
On Track by 5 - Essential Childcare Assistance During COVID-19
4/29/2020
Michelle Mahne with the Lafayette Parish School System chats with us about how she serves our community and how she helps businesses redirect their business tax dollars to benefit early childhood education here in Lafayette Parish. If you are an essential worker in need of childcare assistance during this pandemic, Michelle is the one to contact! Her office can help you find a childcare center that is still open. Resources: www.ontrackby5.com or call 337-521-7282 For School Readiness Tax...
Duration:00:18:06
Major Changes for Mother of Two Toddlers During COVID-19
4/12/2020
Parents around the world have been faced with a new reality. The kids are no longer in school and working moms and dads have transitioned their home into a home office. We understand that this has probably been one of the most overwhelming challenges for parents. “How can I work 8 hours a day at home when the kids are home for an extra 8 hours than I am use to?” “Are they going to advance to the next grade?” But as parents, the greatest superpower you all have is the ability to find that...
Duration:00:16:43
Prepping Your Teen for Driver's Education
3/17/2020
Is it almost that time to let your "baby" get a feel for what it's like behind the wheel? We know... we don't want them to grow up. It's tough to come to that realization, and most certainly scary. Casey Barfield, an instructor with Safety Premiere Training talks us through some tips to prepare you and your child for a BIG step in their teenage life. He also mentions some new steps you have to take required by the DMV that requires a visit before attending a driver's ed class. Safety...
Duration:00:21:23
Parenting in the Digital Age - How to Keep Your Kids Safe on Video Games, Apps, and Technology
10/10/2019
Ever heard of Pavlov's theory? The same notification you receive on your phone has the same effect on your brain just like other types of stimulants. This could be why kids in today's age are growing up attached to their devices. Marie Collins with The Family Tree talks to us about parenting in the digital age and tips on monitoring your child's activity on their devices. As she mentioned, technology is just like treats and snacks - it should be allowed in moderation.
Duration:00:26:13
Acadiana Community #DonateHealthy Food Drive - Giving with Purpose & Intention
10/1/2019
The Healthy Acadiana Coalition is challenging organizations, businesses, schools, church groups, sports teams, and everyone in the community to participate in the Acadiana Community #DonateHealthy Food Drive. The goal of the food drive is not only to collect items for our local food banks and pantries, but to ultimately raise awareness on food insecurity and educate the community on best practices of donating healthier, more nutritious, and non-expired food to our neighbors in need. Because...
Duration:00:17:39
Ragin Cajuns Working to Become Sustainable - Great Ways Your Family Can Help The Environment
9/17/2019
We welcome Monica Rowand with UL Lafayette's Sustainability Office to our podcast, and WOW did she provide such valuable, insightful, and great information on how the university is helping feed the hungry. Learn about the wonderful and amazing things our local university is doing to one day become a Zero Waste campus, how they are utilizing the leftover food at football games and at the dining hall, and how they are turning food waste into compost. She also includes fun, simple, and easy...
Duration:00:28:03
Practical Nutrition Tips for Healthy Kids - EAT IT but in SMALLER portions!
7/17/2019
Dr. Jennifer Jackson with Keystone Nutrition was such a joy to have on our show! As you can tell, she is very passionate about helping families and kids find what works for them in order to stay happy and healthy. She recommends families to eat foods you enjoy and like, but in smaller portions; avoid sugary sodas, and avoid loading your kids' plate with too much food. Listen to our newest episode to hear what other tips she suggests for picky eaters and young children!
Duration:00:30:27
Let's Talk PERIODS in TEENS!
7/3/2019
Dr. Erin Hemsell with Acadiana Women's Group, as well as a Board Member of Woman's Foundation, sits down and talks PERIODS. Not the basic birds and bees and body changes, but addresses questions all parents have for teen girls like "Are tampons okay to use?" and "Should I put my daughter on birth control for cramps?"
Duration:00:21:58
Drug Rehab, Divorce, Missing Person Case & Therapy - Life of This Single Father
6/11/2019
This weekend we celebrate and give a special shout out to all of the wonderful, hardworking, and dedicated fathers in our lives! On this episode, we feature a very personal story from Mick Essex, Senior Marketing Executive at Vantage Health Plan. Mick has been a single father since his son was about 4 years old. He gives us a deep inside scoop of what was his motivators were, how he was able to support his small family, and be the best father he can be with an absent mother in their lives....
Duration:00:30:32
Important Tips for Baby Teeth & How Your Dentist Can Help Your Infant Latch During Breastfeeding
5/30/2019
Dr. Anita Gouri, a local pediatric dentistry suggests getting your child in for their first dental visit as soon as their first tooth or their first birthday, whichever comes first. Not only is this preventative, but it allows your child to become acclimated and comfortable with the process as they get older. She also specializes in a laser, non-invasive procedure on babies and infants to help them easily latch on during breastfeeding. Listen to hear more about what you can do help your kids...
Duration:00:28:23
The Importance of Sensory Play in Early Childhood Cognitive Development
5/16/2019
Amy Schwarzenbach, Grant Writer for the Children's Museum of Acadiana joins us in the studio to chat about their newest exhibit called the Sensory Sea. This wonderful and interactive addition will help young children develop important cognitive skills, interact with different sensations they don't experience on a daily basis, and helps improve their social interactive ability through touch, smell, seeing, hearing, and tasting. Visit cmalaf.org and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and...
Duration:00:29:08
Happy Mother's Day
5/13/2019
Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful mothers, grandmothers, bonus mothers, soon to be mothers, and dads who have to play two roles!
Duration:00:00:26
Mental Health in Children - Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Defiance, Social Media - MUST LISTEN
4/30/2019
This episode is a MUST LISTEN! In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month (May) Monique Reno and Stefanie Henrie with Acadiana Area Human Services District answers my questions about the difference between depression and anxiety, signs and symptoms to look out for in children ages 5-7, in-depth differences between ADHD and defiance, and do's and dont's for parents to help alleviate certain behaviors. We even touch on how social media can affect children's behavior. The mission of the...
Duration:00:32:34
Money Saving Programs for Kids That Don't Break the Bank
4/16/2019
Happy Financial Literacy Month! We are bringing you an episode about how you can teach your kids lifelong money-saving skills, starting as early as they are born! Advancial Federal Credit Union offers great programs kids can enroll in to begin saving for their future. All you need to start off is $5! Like Blair Suire mentions, it is never too early to start! For more information on their programs, visit advancial.org
Duration:00:27:34
Fighting the Bumpy Battle of Teenage Acne with The Skin Experts at Hubbell Dermatology
4/2/2019
To pop or not to pop, that is the question! The Skin Experts at Hubbell Dermatology answers all of our burning questions about teenage acne. They also provide valuable tips on how your teenager should care for their face and which products to use. Moms - they even dropped some tips for you, if you are fighting stress acne. Visit skinexpert.com or follow them on Facebook at Hubbell Dermatology & Aesthetics for more information on their services and products.
Duration:00:20:31
How I Can Help My Loved One With An Eating Disorder - The Truth, Myths, and Signs
3/19/2019
It’s National Nutrition Month! To celebrate, we invited Yvette Quantz, RDN, CSSD, LDN with Eat Fit Acadiana on to the show. It was such a pleasure having her in the studio, and we are excited to share her passion for healthy lifestyles for your mind, body, and spirit! Listen to this great episode to learn more about eating disorder, the different types, signs and symptoms, how you can help a loved one, and where to seek help. It may also help to listen even if you don't know anyone with an...
Duration:00:24:05
Cyberbullying, Just A Little Fun - How To Identify, Prevent, and Respond
3/5/2019
Sergeant Casey Barfied with the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Department, Juvenile Division is back for another episode to talk about cyberbullying and what you can do as parents to identify if they are being bullied, preventing it, and what steps you should take if it occurs.
Duration:00:13:08