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March 2024 E-Newsletter

Woot! Woot!  Let’s hear it for Parenting with Strength and Serenity!  PEN’s Annual Reducing Stress & Anxiety Series kicked off last month on February 7.  The series continues this month and into April. The line up is extraordinary.  We have many different topics at many different locations – so we hope you participate and find something that is of interest to you.

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Feb 2024 E-Newsletter

I’ve been thinking about new beginnings lately.  Why? Parent Engagement Network decided to kick off the new year with a nod to what we do.  This year brings new excitement to PEN. As we work to engage, educate and empower parents and caregivers, we are developing new ways to support our mission and to tell our story.

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Jan 2024 E-Newsletter

Happy New Year!

I’m not big on making New Year Resolutions. I always feel guilty if I don’t carry through.  This year, however, I resolve to be authentic in my relationships, including my family.  Truly. For real.

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Podcast: Parenting Well

Welcome to the Parenting Well Podcast with the Parent Engagement Network! I am Dr. Shelly Mahon, your host. This podcast provides perspectives on parenting, so that you can fill your parenting well with information, strategies, and resources that help you raise healthy, happy kids. Filling your well will leave you more engaged, educated and empowered to support your children in being strong, resourceful, confident and resilient in the face of life’s challenges and adventures. Let’s fill that well!

Blog

From everyday tips and expertise to upcoming events, our blog is a resource for parents and educators everywhere!

A Breath of Spring

A Breath of Spring

No matter how passionate or committed we may be to something, the fresh breath of Spring makes things feel even more worthwhile. I look forward to the days of puttering around my garden, thinking about my new plans and - just dreaming. Having dreams is a great way to...

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This Summer Has New Opportunities

How is your summer going? What has changed? Are you worried about or challenged by the existing environment? This summer has presented a different scenario for parents. Many parents are trying to work while their children have increased free time. Some worry their...

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Parenting: As You Go, They Go

Did you know that the language you use to describe your emotions can actually have an impact on how you feel? This is based on psychological theories that show that when information from your body is made meaningful through language, you begin to feel the related...

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Strategies to Relieve Parental Worry

Are you a worrier? To worry is to give way to anxiety or unease; to allow one’s mind to dwell on difficulty or troubles. This can be true for actual or potential issues. I will be the first to admit that I have worried plenty. Sometimes my worries were grounded in...

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The Power of Parents in Reducing Stress & Anxiety

Parenting is not about perfection; it is about consistency and patience. One of your roles as a parent is to love and protect your children, while also giving them the room they need to grow, discover themselves, and learn how to navigate the world. When they are...

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Understanding Your Kids Perspective: Truly a Sixth Sense

Spring! Birds chirping, flowers blooming, rain pouring, and sun shining. The change of seasons brings fresh feelings, excitement, and new perspectives. Gaining new perspectives is an incredibly important part of life, but not just for enjoying the seasons. It is...

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Instagram: Tips & Tools for Keeping it Fun & Safe

We are all aware of the popularity of the social platform, Instagram. Since 2010, Instagram has grown to have more than 50 million active users and is second in popularity to Facebook. Instagram’s popularity among young people surpasses Facebook.  The majority of...

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