Parenting Bytes

Snapchat is a mystery to most parents, and that's just fine with the people behind Give Us The Floor. Find out how teens can get help and support on Snapchat, a place where they're comfortable.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts?Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Nobody in history has ever calmed down just because someone told them to, and that goes double for kids. So how can we get our kids to take a breath when they're being anxious? We're talking with expert Stephanie Dalfonzo, who has some concrete tips and strategies to calm kids down. And they'll work on adults, too!You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Modern motherhood is filled with attacks from all sides, from actual experts and social media experts alike, making it seem like mothers can't do anything right. But while this might seem like a new phenomenon, our guest, author Margaret Quinlan, tells us just how far back this problem goes, and what we can do to mitigate it in our own lives.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

When a child is away at college and is having anxiety or depression or other mental health and wellness issues, where can they turn for help? They're not around their parents or their usual doctors, plus there can be a stigma about seeking help. On the latest Parenting Bytes podcast, we're talking with a clinical psychologist about what can cause this, the signs to be aware of, and where to get therapy and counseling, both on-campus and virtually.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

My podcast co-host Andrea sat down at Facebook HQ with Karuna Nain from Facebook, to talk about Facebook safety tips for parents, some resources on Facebook you might not have heard of, and what the heck that "other" folder is in Messenger.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

If you've ever gotten so out-of-control mad at your kids that you wanted to hurt them, we need to talk. Writer Anne Lamott calls it "Mother Rage," and the shame of having those feelings can compound the problem.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Choosing a good college essay topic is as easy as googling, right? Wrong! According to our expert college essay coach, you need to start with yourself, and what makes you unique.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts?Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

We were busy this summer, taking trips, sending kids off to college, and more. Find out what the Parenting Bytes cohosts were up to this summer, plus a special preview of the great episodes we have in store for the fall!Links and TranscriptYou can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts?Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

The Sharenthood book is coming out next week, so we wanted to post our interview with the author again. Parents post about their kids online all the time, especially on Facebook and Instagram. But what are the long-term consequences of this for the kids? What happens when they become old enough to care? Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes in iTunes? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Do you have parenting questions? We've got an expert who wants to help you! Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Do you need to get your life together? In this fantastic episode from earlier this year we speak with organizational queen Amiyrah Martin on how to plan your entire year in a day! We originally posted this episode just after New Years, since that seems to be a good time for people to assess and organize. But you know what? The start of the school year is the next best time! So if you're still not organized, listen to this episode and get to work! You won't be sorry. You can see the original show notes here.

Whether you have a high school or college student, your child probably needs a laptop. We explain the pros and cons of Chromebooks, explore the best laptops for students, and dig into which specs you need to pay attention to when choosing a laptop.You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Guest Abby West talks to us about her oldest child leaving for college.

Is your house filled with clutter? Are you moving? Are you downsizing? There are lots of reasons to clear the clutter, and you can make money at the same time by selling your stuff online.Links and TranscriptYou can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Amazon Prime Day offers can be confusing. When do they start? Who can get them? Do you need to have Amazon Prime in order to save? And are you actually saving money? We break it all down, including how to track deals and prices, plus the other stores that are capitalizing on Prime Day with deals of their own! Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Rebecca Levey, Andrea Smith, and Amy Oztan are thrilled to be joined by event planner extraordinaire Amy Shey Jacobs of Chandelier Events, a premier event planning company in New York City.

If you're a mom who works from home, and your kids don't go to camp or you don't have a nanny, summer can be rough. But our guest Audrey McClelland, who has five five kids and is the breadwinner in her family, shares her struggle and some great tips that she's found along the way. Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Do your kids do chores? Household chores for kids don't just help you get things done, they also have many benefits for the kids who are doing them! Dr. Deborah Gilboa ("Ask Doctor G") tells us how she manages this with her four kids, and how it ultimately helps her enjoy her family more. Links and Transcript You can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode. Subscribe! Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes on Apple Podcasts? Never miss an episode! Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback. Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!

Parents post about their kids online all the time, especially on Facebook and Instagram. But what are the long-term consequences of this for the kids? What happens when they become old enough to care?Links and TranscriptYou can go to the Parenting Bytes website for all of the links we talk about, plus an interactive transcript of the entire episode.Subscribe!Have you subscribed to Parenting Bytes in iTunes? Never miss an episode!Are you following us on Facebook? It's a great way to see what we're reading (including articles that might show up in future episodes), ask us questions, and give us feedback.Find us on Twitter for all the latest family tech news!