013: Help Us Help Your Kids: An Insider's Guide for Parents with Cindy Bailey

03/08/2025 44 min Temporada 1 Episodio 13

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Episode Synopsis

In Episode 13 of 'Balanced As a Mother,' hosts welcome a special guest, a veteran educator and kindergarten aide, who is also the host’s mama. They introduce their 'Back to School' series, aimed at helping parents set their children up for success in school. The discussion covers the importance of communication between parents and teachers, practical routines at home, and letting children solve their own problems to build confidence. The episode emphasizes consistency, flexibility, and the importance of setting clear expectations.It concludes with fun and heartwarming anecdotes from the classroom, advice for educators, and a reminder to parents and teachers about the importance of partnership in education.Find us at: balancedasamotherpodcast.com00:00 Welcome to Balanced As a Mother00:38 Episode 13: Special Guest Introduction00:51 Back to School Series: Episode 201:24 Meet the Veteran Educator03:23 Teaching Journey and Challenges04:37 Balancing Work and Motherhood08:35 Transition to Kindergarten Aide10:38 The Joys of Working with Kindergartners12:08 Supporting Your Child's Education16:09 Effective Communication Between Parents and Teachers21:00 Encouraging Independence in Children24:10 Tantrums and Toys: Parenting Challenges25:06 The Importance of Letting Kids Work It Out27:45 Establishing Routines for School Success30:10 Flexible Routines Based on Your Child's Needs35:19 Funny Teacher Stories and Classroom Insights42:21 Advice for Teachers Starting the School Year