This week's podcast episode features CEO/Philip Clark and Kristen Seward.

Kristen Seward is the newest staff member at Just Say Something. She has recently taken on
the role of Program Manager for the Strengthening Families Program (SFP). Kristen is
actively involved in delivering and facilitating parenting classes, having just completed
her first cycle of the Parenting Wisely program. Her commitment to family and
community well-being drives her passion for helping parents develop effective skills for
raising children.

Phillip and Kristen dive into the Parenting Wisely program, a five-week class
designed to equip parents with key skills for raising children ages birth to around nine or
ten years old. Kristen shares her firsthand experience of facilitating her very first
parenting class and the impactful outcomes that emerged. As she tells Phillip, "I believe
talking things through with my kids will help them be more willing to communicate with
others as they become more a part of society and help them feel open to talk to me
about anything."

Their conversation continues with a detailed overview of what Parenting Wisely entails,
touching on essential topics such as communication, discipline, and the importance of
routines like sleep schedules. Kristen highlights the surprising insights and skills
participants gain, often reshaping their initial skepticism into valuable learning
experiences. Through personal stories and real-life feedback from participants, Kristen
and Philip underscore the transformative power of these parenting programs. Phillip
explains, "No one has ever said or is saying that any of you are bad parents. This is
professional development for moms and dads."

Key Takeaways:
-Parenting Wisely Program: A five-week class aimed at parents of children aged
birth to ten, covering fundamental topics like communication, medication safety,
and sleep schedules.
-Parent Feedback: Many parents initially skeptical about needing a parenting
class find the program beneficial, providing new techniques and refreshing
essential parenting skills.
-Communication: The class stresses the importance of maintaining open lines of
communication with children, using tools like conversation cards to facilitate
better dialogue.

-Professional Development for Parents: Encourages parents to view the
program as a form of professional development, offering new and effective
strategies for family management.

For more information, please visit us at www.justsaysomethingsc.org or give us a call at
(864)467-4099.

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