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Media literacy: how to spot fake news, and what you can do about it!

October 31, 2019 By Amy Oztan 2 Comments

Even though we're a year out from the next presidential election, 'fake news' is already in the news. We've brought in an expert for the latest episode of the Parenting Bytes podcast to tell us what we can do to make sure that we're media literate, whether it's Facebook, newspapers, or elsewhere. Plus, tips on what we can do when we see other people spreading fake news. #podcasts amyeverafter.com

Even though we’re a year out from the next presidential election, “fake news” is already in the news, whether it’s Russia trying to sway low-information voters, Facebook allowing political ads with blatant lies in them, or how our own president should be covered from a news standpoint. We’ve brought in an expert to tell us…

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Anxiety in children: strategies for how to calm kids down

October 17, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

Nobody in history has ever calmed down just because someone told them to. So what strategies do work, especially with anxious children? On the latest episode of the Parenting Bytes podcast, we're talking to an expert who has some concrete tips and strategies to calm kids down. And they'll work on adults, too! #anxiety #podcasts AmyEverAfter.com

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…

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Motherhood is hard, so why does the media (and now social media) keep making it harder?

October 10, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

Modern motherhood is filled with attacks in the media from all sides, making it seem like mothers can't do anything right. But on the latest episode of the Parenting Bytes podcast, we have a guest expert and author on to tell us the history of this struggle, along with tips on surviving the onslaught of parenting advice, articles, and books written to discourage us. #motherhood #advice #parenting #podcasts amyeverafter.com

Modern motherhood is hard, 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…

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College mental health: where can students get help when they’re away from home?

October 3, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

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. #MentalHealth #college #podcasts

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 counseling or therapy. On the latest Parenting Bytes podcast, we’re talking with…

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Facebook safety tips: an exclusive interview at Facebook HQ

September 26, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

My Parenting Bytes podcast cohost Andrea sat down with Karuna Nain at Facebook HQ to talk about Facebook safety tips for parents, including some Facebook resources you might not have heard about! #podcasts #Facebook #InternetSafety #OnlineSafety

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.

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How to choose creative college essay topics – and why you should!

September 12, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

Choosing a good college essay topic is as easy as googling, right? Wrong! According to our guest expert on the latest Parenting Bytes podcast, great college essays are personal. She tells us how to brainstorm ideas, whether to be funny, and how to come up with a topic that tells the reader something about yourself.#CollegeEssay #CollegePrep #CollegeAdmissions #admissions #podcasts

Choosing a good Common App 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. Choosing a creative college essay topic (and avoiding the cliché ones) can help you stand out!

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Get your parenting questions answered by an expert!

August 22, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

Do you have parenting questions? We've got a parenting expert who wants to help you! Dr. Deborah Gilboa will be on the Parenting Bytes podcast to help you with all of your tough, embarassing questions about raising kids. #parenting #podcasts

Do you have parenting questions? We’ve got an expert who wants to help you!

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Chores for kids: Dr. Deborah Gilboa tells us how to manage household chores and enjoy our families more

June 20, 2019 By Amy Oztan Leave a Comment

Do your kids do household chores? On the latest episode of the Parenting Bytes podcast we talk with Dr. Deborah Gilboa about how to get your kids to do chores, if kids should be paid or get an allowance to do chores, and much more. With 4 kids of her own, Doctor G doesn't just tell people how to do this, she lives it! She talks to us about how she divides the chores up by age, what life skills chores can teach, and tips on how to get the kids to actually do them. #podcasts #chores #choresforkids

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.

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About Amy

Amy Oztan, blogger at AmyEverAfter.com

Amy is a blogger, podcaster, freelance writer, baker, and singer living in Brooklyn.[Read more…]

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