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Adventures in Parenting was born to bring Library sponsored parenting programs and trusted information to you on your time! Adventures in Parenting is hosted by Patchogue-Medford Librarians (and busy moms) Jessi and Erin. Listen, laugh and learn as they talk to experts in all areas of parenting.
Episodes
![Teen Mental Health](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/compassionate_parenting_3_gzenij_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Teen Mental Health
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
On this episode, listen as Jessi and Erin talk with Jason Mosquera, the Community Mental Health Promotion & Support Team Leader at local organization YES (which stands for Youth Enrichment Services) about Teen mental health. Join them as they discuss the signs of mental health struggles in teens, the impact of social media, and steps for supporting teen (and parental!) mental health.
Episode #13, May 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #13 Resource Guide.
![All About Video Games](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/video-games2_a89j9n_300x300.jpg)
Friday Apr 19, 2024
All About Video Games
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Step into the world of video games with hosts Jessi, Erin, and special guest and gaming expert Brian Schwartz. They unravel the complex role of video games in parenting, offer advice on game ratings and recommendations, plus they discuss the cognitive benefits and potential risks of gaming.
Episode #12, April 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #12 Resource Guide.
![Parenting with Compassion](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/compassionate_parenting_26ocxr_300x300.jpg)
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Parenting with Compassion
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Join Jessi and Erin in a heart-warming episode of Adventures in Parenting, featuring Jennifer Bollerman, the Assistant Director at Patchogue-Medford Library and an Ambassador of Applied Compassion through Stanford University. Listen as they dive into the science of compassion, distinguishing it from empathy, revealing its positive effects on mental and physical health, and its significant role in parenting.
Episode #11, March 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #11 Resource Guide.
![Family Fun: Board Games](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/Family_Gaming_4_e5yad4_300x300.jpg)
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Family Fun: Board Games
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Don't be bored this February break! Join us in this episode of Adventures in Parenting as Jessi and Erin talk with Brian Schwartz, the head of the Teen Department at the Patchogue- Medford Library and an experienced board gamer. Brian talks about the benefits of family gaming, shares top game picks, and talks about integrating board games and gaming into libraries. Learn how playing board games can stimulate the brain, promote learning, and strengthen bonds for kids and adults.
Episode #10, February 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #10 Resource Guide.
![Families and Finances Part 2: Setting Up Your Children’s Financial Futures](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/financial_literacy_49znxh_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Families and Finances Part 2: Setting Up Your Children’s Financial Futures
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Join Jessi and Erin this month for a two part series on Families and Finances. For Part 2 of the series, Financial Educator, Jonathan Greene is back! This time guiding parents on how to successfully build a financial future for their children. Jonathan touches on the many ways parents can save for their child's post High School plans and how saving for their own retirement is a crucial part of protecting their children's financial future!
Episode #9, January 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #9 Resource Guide.
![Families and Finances Part 1: Financial Literacy for Your Children](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/financial_literacy_3b59vx_300x300.jpg)
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Families and Finances Part 1: Financial Literacy for Your Children
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Join Jessi and Erin this month for a two part series on Families and Finances. Part 1 of the series focuses on how parents can help educate their children on money, even if they are not great at it themselves! Listen as guest and financial educator, Jonathan Greene discusses all aspects of financial literacy for children, including setting financial goals, establishing the difference between wants vs. needs, budgeting and more....
Episode #8, January 2024
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #8 Resource Guide.
![Screen Time and Online Well-Being](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/screen_time_1_sppkpj_300x300.jpg)
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Screen Time and Online Well-Being
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Right on time for all of those new devices hitting your households this holiday season, Erin and Jessi are joined by Children's Librarian and Digital Literacy Specialist, Ms. Elaine Perez, to speak about understanding media literacy, navigating screen time and overall online wellbeing. Elaine, studied media literacy at the Erickson Institute in Chicago.
Episode #7, December 2023
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #7 Resource Guide.
Don't forget to check out Common Sense Media, Google Safety for Children and Families, and of course, stop by the Library any time and make sure to check the Library's events calendar.
![Tips for Choosing STEAM Toys](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog16546362/Tips_for_Buying_STEAM_Toys_1_inqjqf_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Tips for Choosing STEAM Toys
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
It's almost holiday gift giving season, so Erin and Jessi invited the Toy Association's Anna Yudina back to share tips for choosing the best STEAM toys! They are also joined by Miss Elizabeth, the Patchogue-Medford Library's STEAM librarian, to learn why introducing STEAM concepts to children through play and toys is so important.
Episode #6, November 2023
For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Adventures in Parenting Episode #6 Resource Guide.
Don't forget to check out the STEAM toy tips on the Genius of Play website and of course, stop by the Library's STEAM focused Tinker Lab any time and make sure to check the Library's events calendar (Select “Event Type” STEM/STEAM) for fun STEAM programming with Miss Elizabeth!
Recommended Parenting Resources
- Autism Speaks: 100 Day Tool Kit
- Autism Speaks: Transition Tool Kit
- LIPI: Long Island Parenting Institute
- Connect Safely
- PFLAG Long Island
- https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/
- https://www.childcaresuffolk.org/
- Sesame Workshop
- Safe Harbour NY
- Common Sense Media & Education
- Thorn for Parents: Be Your Kid’s Safety Net
- Family Engagement Tool-kit
- American Academy of Pediatrics: Parenting Website
- The National Parenting Center Website
- National Education Association: Parents & Guardians
- Suffolk County Child Advocacy Center
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