Chicago Neighborhood Parents Network
Chicago Neighborhood Parents Network
Podcast Description
Whether online or in person, NPN, a non-profit 501(c)(3), makes it easy to find support, must-have information and educational, fun events. NPN has been connecting a diverse community of Chicago parents for almost 50 years! We help families find childcare, research schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent support through our active discussion forums, parent workshops, informative articles, playdates, support groups, and more. Many parents know us for our popular flagship events - our Developmental Differences Resource Fair & our Preschool & Elementary School Fair.
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The podcast delves into various parenting themes, including education, child development, and social issues affecting families. Recent episodes have explored topics such as navigating CPS admissions for children with disabilities, the impact of summer jobs on teens, and preparing children for the age of artificial intelligence, offering practical advice and community insights.
Whether online or in person, NPN, a non-profit 501(c)(3), makes it easy to find support, must-have information and educational, fun events. NPN has been connecting a diverse community of Chicago parents for almost 50 years! We help families find childcare, research schools, navigate developmental differences, and get parent-to-parent support through our active discussion forums, parent workshops, informative articles, playdates, support groups, and more. Many parents know us for our popular flagship events – our Developmental Differences Resource Fair & our Preschool & Elementary School Fair.
In this episode of Chicago Style Parenting, Amy, Sitaara, and their guests discuss the challenges of self-care for parents, especially those with children who have developmental differences. They speak with Lydia Thibodeau, a mother of a child with a disability and Founder of Sommet Nannies, and Erica Hornthal, Founder and CEO of Chicago Dance Therapy and author of the award-winning book Body Aware, about the importance of understanding children's moods, the role of movement in emotional regulation, and the benefits of dance movement therapy. This conversation emphasizes the need for parents to fill their own cups and the significance of community support in navigating parenting challenges.
To access all of NPN's resources for families raising children with developmental differences, start here.
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