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Upcoming Talks
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May
16
4:00pm EST
View ThisBeyond Apples and Mugs: Get Creative with DIY Teacher's Gifts
Plenty of occasions call for teacher's gifts - the beginning of the year, holiday season, and now the end of the year - but it can be tough to come up with meaningful, unique and budget-friendly options. DIY teacher's gifts are a great solution, and Amy at Mod Podge Rocks and her creative co-hosts will give us their best ideas during the chat!
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May
17
1:00pm EST
View ThisDelicious Summer Picnic Recipes
Who doesn't love a summer picnic over Memorial Day, July 4th, and beyond? Chef George Duran will appear on live feed video to demonstrate how to cook up great picnic dishes and discuss easy-to-prepare recipes that will keep your menu filled with new tastes and flavors, and keep your picnics far from reaching a state of "same old, same old" by summer's end. Talk sponsored by ReadySetEat.com and ConAgra Foods.
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May
18
1:00pm EST
View ThisManaging the OMG Moments as Parents of Special Needs Kids
Join Ellen Seidman of Love That Max (a blog for parents of kids with special needs who kick butt) for a conversation on dealing with the tough moments as parents of special needs kids. We'll talk about the challenges, feelings of isolation, advocating for our kids, interactions with friends and family and anything else that’s affecting your life these days. Come share your stories, approaches and ideas, and we'll do our best to support each other.
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May
21
12:00pm EST
View ThisProtecting Your Kids from Cyberbullying
Should you monitor what your kids do online or is that being invasive of their privacy? What do you do if your kid is being cyberbullied and the school doesn't do anything about it? And cell phones - if you get one for your nine-year-old, will it increase the chance of her being cyberbullied? Join Elizabeth Englander, professor of psychology and founder and director of the Massachusetts Aggression Reduction Center at Bridgewater State University, to talk cyberbullying and what's going on with your kids.
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May
22
1:00pm EST
View ThisCancer Be Glammed
Breast cancer survivor Lisa Lurie, CEO and Co-Founder of Cancer Be Glammed, will share great tips and insights for looking and feeling your best and maintaining your self-esteem, while battling the side effects of cancer treatment. From post-op necessities to fashion solutions, Lisa, author of the “What the Doctor Didn’t Order” style guide, will lead a Live Talk on recovering in comfort and style.
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May
23
1:00pm EST
View ThisThe Naptime Chef: Fitting Great Food into Family Life
We're celebrating the launch of Kelsey's new cookbook! For all busy parents, Kelsey will share some of her great recipes and tips on preparing meals during those odd free minutes to keep you and your family eating well. Great food should never be sacrificed, and we'll find out how to keep it on the table.
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May
25
1:00pm EST
View ThisWorking with Your Child to Overcome Developmental Delays
Keeping your kids on the same level as their peers can be difficult when they have developmental delays. Jenny Rapson of Mommin' It Up will talk with us about how she successfully helped her daughter overcome developmental delays, what to expect from the process, simple home activities and apps that could help your child, and more.
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May
31
1:00pm EST
View ThisHumor in the Home: Bring "The Funny" into Your Family Life
There are so many stressful situations in our lives that could be managed better with a sense of humor - so do you have one? Talk with Shari Simpson, the funny lady behind the blog "Earth Mother just means I'm dusty" and comedy teacher at Gotham City Improv, to find tricks and techniques to help you lighten the load and brighten your day.
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Jun
05
1:00pm EST
View ThisManaging the Anxieties Around Food Allergies
We're continuing the Navigating Food Allergies series with a solutions-oriented class on handling the anxiety and feelings of isolation that can come with managing food allergies. Dr. Jules Spotts and will join Lori Sandler and a fantastic group of bloggers hosting this class. Join us to talk about how it's going for you and to learn and share ways to make sure that allergies don't define your kids or your family.
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Jun
13
1:00pm EST
View ThisSummer Challenges: Managing Food Allergies
Sandra Beasley (author of Don't Kill the Birthday Girl: Tales from an Allergic Life), Susan Weissman (author of Feeding Eden & Huffington Post contributor), and the Food Allergy Initiative join Lori Sandler and co-hosts to share practical tips for managing food allergies during the summer months. How can families work with camp coordinators to create support systems so children with food allergies can enjoy the camping experience? How can teens with food allergies strategize their hunt for the traditional summer job? How can parents help prepare their kids bound for college in the fall? Join us as we raise questions, share stories, and trade tips.
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Jun
14
1:00pm EST
View ThisKids and Cell Phones
Kids and cell phones: a big issue for a lot of families. Join Dr. G. to talk about how to set rules, monitor usage, and even decide when your kids are ready. You'll get new insights and answers to all your questions. Join us!
