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CareU

By Don Sturm and Stephanie Brown

Care-U Podcast is a toolbox of resources and conversations for anyone doing the most rewarding, exhausting, joy-filled, and hard work of raising and caring for children. We would love to hear your feedback. You can use this link to share that feedback. forms.gle/crzwrk6bjVJyXWmk7
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The Value of Gratitude

CareUNov 16, 2022

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What is Essential?
Mar 13, 202420:43
What Educators Wish Caregivers Knew

What Educators Wish Caregivers Knew

Join us as we explore what educators wish caregivers knew about the field of education and educators today.  In this episode, we share heartfelt reflections and comments from educators around passion, the desire to be seen as a human who may make mistakes, and their deep care for their students.  We hope you enjoy the episode!  


Feb 28, 202422:33
Caregiving The Self-Driven Child with Dr. Stixrud
Feb 14, 202425:29
When Our Kids Stop Listening
Jan 31, 202417:59
Conversational Guide on Bullying and Mistreatment with Dr. Krista Leh

Conversational Guide on Bullying and Mistreatment with Dr. Krista Leh

In this episode, we start a conversation with Dr. Leh about the differences between bullying and mistreatment.  We hope this episode is helpful in the navigation of supporting the children in your care.

Jan 10, 202433:11
Yell Less, Love More with Sheila McCraith
Dec 20, 202322:45
Recharge Part 2

Recharge Part 2

In this episode, we continue our discussion around reflecting on the activities we as caregivers partake in to recharge as we enter a busy time of year.  We hope you enjoy the episode!  


Dec 06, 202322:33
Recharge Part 1
Nov 21, 202323:31
What Does Veterans Day Mean to You with Dr. Joe Sander
Nov 08, 202319:56
How to Make Family Meal Time Enjoyable
Oct 18, 202314:47
The Importance of Playing Games with Stefanie Crawford
Oct 04, 202329:11
Never Enough Book Talk
Sep 20, 202321:48
Social Media with Julie Smith
Sep 06, 202327:30
Repair the Rupture with Dr. Krista Leh

Repair the Rupture with Dr. Krista Leh

In this episode, we learn from the expertise & experiences of Dr. Krista Leh about how to repair when we make mistakes as caregivers.  We hope you enjoy the episode!  


Aug 23, 202332:34
Back to School

Back to School

In this episode, we share a few ideas of what caregivers should think about as we get ready to go back to school. We hope you enjoy the episode!

Aug 09, 202317:34
We Appreciate You!
Jul 12, 202320:13
Summertime!
Jun 14, 202322:52
The Role of Nature
May 17, 202318:18
The Gifts of Imperfection Recap
Apr 26, 202320:11
Let’s Explore the Essential Skills Our Kids Need with Faith Waterfield & Laura Steiner
Apr 12, 202318:51
Navigating Caregiving and Sports with Kate Wyman

Navigating Caregiving and Sports with Kate Wyman

In this episode, we discuss caregiving and sports with elementary school principal and mom of 4 Kate Wyman.  Kate shares insights and advice as a parent and provides practical tools for caregivers.  We hope you enjoy the episode!


Mar 29, 202322:48
Making Praise Count: Positive Encouragement Beyond Good Job

Making Praise Count: Positive Encouragement Beyond Good Job

Join us as we dive into the power of being intentional about providing encouragement and positive feedback to the children in our care.

Mar 15, 202318:52
What Caregivers Need to Know About the Brain!
Mar 01, 202324:15
All Things Common Sense Media
Feb 15, 202323:07
Sneak Peak with Andrew McPeak!
Feb 01, 202318:55
Screen Hygiene 101

Screen Hygiene 101

This episode explores screen hygiene, screen time, and our technology practices.  We navigate the big topics and share resources and reflective prompts with our listeners.  We hope you enjoy the episode!

Jan 18, 202326:32
Exploring Hard Work with Deidre Ripka

Exploring Hard Work with Deidre Ripka

In this episode, we explore the idea of hard work with Deidre Ripka.  Deidre shares insights as both a parent and educational leader and provides practical tools for caregivers.  We hope you enjoy the episode!

Dec 14, 202226:22
Bonus Episode: Holiday Hustle
Dec 12, 202216:06
Teaching Responsibility with Dina Emser

Teaching Responsibility with Dina Emser

In this episode, we explore the idea of teaching responsibility with Dina Emser.  Dina shares her expertise around this essential topic and provides simple yet powerful tools for caregivers to use.  We hope you enjoy the episode!

Nov 30, 202227:24
The Value of Gratitude
Nov 16, 202220:28
Parenting Styles: Interview with Morton CUSD#709 Superintendent Dr. Craig Smock
Nov 04, 202232:56
Parenting Styles
Oct 19, 202220:59
What to Expect from Care-U
Oct 05, 202213:09
Care-U Teaser
Sep 12, 202204:15