Episodes

  • Ep 173: How Camps & Adventures Can Help Kids with ADHD & Anxiety
    Jul 31 2024
    John Willson, MS, LRT/CTRS, is Executive Director for SOAR, the world’s premier adventure program serving youth with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and LD (Learning Disabilities). SOAR’s outdoor adventure-based programs provide academic instruction, experiential education, and life skills development for youth and young adults ages 8-25. SOAR stands for Success-Oriented, Achievements Realized. With a passion for fostering resilience and nurturing strengths in neurodiverse communities, John is a respected advocate among those who serve individuals with learning differences and attention challenges. Learn more at soarnc.org. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with John Willson about ADHD and outdoor learning. How to Talk to Your Complex Kids [and Other Important Relationships] Strained communication can create a hot mess of misunderstanding and conflict -- whether it's with your kids or any significant relationship in your life. In this FREE guide, you'll discover your role in communication dynamics and 10 simple but effective ways to help you build more trust and calm in your communication with your complex kids -- and any relationship. https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/communication-tools?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=communication Here is what to expect on this week’s show: John emphasized the effectiveness of outdoor experiential learning in nurturing success and coping mechanisms for kids with ADHD John discusses recognizing and celebrating children's achievements, big or small, can create a positive cycle of confidence and growth, essential for long-term success. John stresses the use of metaphors in the learning process was highlighted as a powerful tool for children to understand and apply lessons from outdoor activities to real-life situations. Related Links: Website: https://soarnc.org Outdoor Adventure Camp Experiences for Kids with ADHD: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/outdoor-adventure-camp-experiences-for-kids-with-adhd/ 10 Easy Steps to a Tension-Less Home: https://impactparents.com/blog/anxiety/10-easy-steps-to-a-tension-less-home/ How to Manage Them, Me and Their ADHD: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/parenting-with-adhd/ Motivation Myths & the Magic of P.I.N.C.H.: https://youtu.be/2TkKOif9LrU?si=gJEd8lpgqd7KUd_P What Support do ADHD'ers Need? Book Smart or Street Smart?: https://youtu.be/jzaRjHLspjs Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_U The Surprising Challenges of a Strengths-Based Approach: https://youtu.be/QmXPUxNRCGA Connect with John: Website: soarnc.org Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Ep 172: The Parent Paradox: Avoid 'Fix-It Mode' for Better Problem-Solving
    Jul 24 2024
    The sense of urgency in parenting often leads to reactive rather than creative problem-solving, posing unique challenges for both parents and children. Elaine and Diane, drawing from their personal experiences and insights, underscore the importance of recognizing and managing the signs of reactivity, such as hypervigilance or catastrophizing. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss problem-solving. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/calm-confident-tipsheet?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=calm Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Elaine and Diane understand as parents you must recognize when you are in a reactive state and make a conscious effort to shift towards a calmer mindset before addressing the issue at hand. This allows for more thoughtful and effective problem-solving. Practice pausing in interactions with your children to allow for reflection and emotional regulation. This space enables both parents and children to respond thoughtfully rather than react impulsively. Elaine and Diane stress guiding your children through moments of discomfort instead of immediately rescuing them. By helping them navigate challenging emotions, you empower them to develop emotional self-regulation skills for the future. Links Beyond Mean Girls: Parenting and Dignity with Rosalind Wiseman: https://youtu.be/GfmkH5HkaS4 Effective Agreements: https://youtu.be/1Sf6G37JW80 Rules, Boundaries, & Agreements: Balancing Freedom with Responsibility: https://youtu.be/gUQdne8YliM Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y42_YS3w3Is&t=775s 5 Steps to Settle Family Politics: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/5-steps-to-settle-family-politics/ Handling Conflicts with Complex Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/handling-conflict-with-complex-kids Welcome to Parenting With Impact: https://youtu.be/FykSBnaWXhk Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • Ep 171: Are You Unflappable? Adapting to Parent Stress, Grief, Change and More
    Jul 17 2024
    Parenting With Impact with Elaine Taylor-Klaus Episode 171 Are You Unflappable? Adapting to Parent Stress, Grief, Change and More with Renee Zavislak Renee Zavislak, the host of Psycho Therapist: The Podcast, is a licensed psychotherapist, coach, and nutritionist in private practice; she specializes in treating complex trauma, high conflict families, and anxiety. Renée's homebase is Sonoma County, California, where she lives with her husband and son, and she travels to see clients in Los Angeles, New York City, and San Diego. In addition to weekly therapy sessions, Renée works via multi-day intensives for individuals, couples, and groups that focus on holistic healing. When she isn't working or cooking, she can be found fawning over her Canine-American soulmate, Chili. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Renee Zavislak about parental stress and grief. Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex Kids Parenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting. UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/calm-confident-tipsheet?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=calm Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Renee emphasizes the significance of being comfortable with making mistakes and apologizing to children. Renee highlights the importance of catching kids being good and shifting the focus towards desired behaviors rather than solely addressing negative ones. Renee advocates for parents to approach parenting with wonderment rather than expectation. Connect with Renee: Website: https://www.reneezavislaktherapy.com/ Podcast: https://www.psychotherapistthepodcast.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psycho_therapist_renee/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ep 170: Early Childhood & Beyond: Parents Are a Child's First (and Forever) Teacher
    Jul 10 2024
    Dr. Marquita Davis, Ph.D., is KinderCare’s Chief Academic Officer, overseeing the development of KinderCare’s high-quality educational programs, educator professional development, quality and accreditation initiatives, research and evaluation, inclusion services, and public policy. Marquita has more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education, non-profit leadership, government and philanthropy, including nearly six years as deputy director of Early Learning at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where she led the foundation’s multi-state early learning strategy which aims to ensure all young children have access to high-quality, effective and affordable preschool. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Marquita Davis about your child’s first and forever teacher. Recommended Treatment for Children and Teens with ADHD Tip-Sheet So -- your child has ADHD. Want to get past the confusion and the stigma really fast? This FREE Guide explains, in the simplest terms possible: What is recommended treatment for children and teens Ten things to consider when trying to make a decision about medication Exactly what to look for in a behavior therapy training program. Short, sweet, and to the point -- don’t spend hours on the internet scouring. ImpactParents gives you exactly what you need to know without wasting any time or effort. https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/adhd-recommended-treatment-freebie?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=recommended-treatment Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Marquita explains Kinder Care provides comprehensive care and education for children from six weeks to twelve years old, including traditional center care, before and aftercare, and a thriving aftercare program. Parents are recognized as their child's first teachers and are supported in early learning settings through mental health and educational assistance, empowerment, and tools for transitioning into traditional settings Marquita discusses the emphasis on the partnership between parents and providers in early learning settings, with shared responsibility for supporting the child's development and creating a supportive environment. Community support plays a crucial role in empowering parents to advocate for their children's well-being, access necessary resources for their development, and develop relationships with providers to effectively address concerns. Related Links: 10 Self Care Tips: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/self-care-tip-sheet?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=self Parenting Young Boys with Difficult Behaviors: https://youtu.be/FAyRk-Ta_z8 Undefinable Brilliance: Brain Development Essentials: https://youtu.be/AqZ_LAqNWDw When the School Says No -- How to Get to the Yes: https://youtu.be/LZAJ5bhSJgk The What and Why of Parent Behavior Training: https://youtu.be/8VTKfgpPVdE Accommodations vs. Remediation - What's the Parent's Role?: https://youtu.be/2tfQ4nZDs2E?si=Ysl6UyqmxyZyIIUd When Parenting Feels Like a Burning Building: https://youtu.be/VsW674HfSMI Connect with Marquita: Website: https://www.kindercare.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marquita-davis-ph-d-bb623171/ Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Ep 169: Beyond Mean Girls: Parenting and Dignity
    Jul 3 2024
    Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Rosalind Wiseman about parenting and dignity. Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/top-twelve-tips-bonus?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=12-tips Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Rosalind and Elaine discuss how technology and the Internet have changed parent-child communication, highlighting the struggle to find a balance between control and creating a safe environment. Elaine and Rosalind talk about the difficulties parents encounter when communicating with their children, particularly when discussing topics like social dynamics and adolescent development. Elaine and Rosalind emphasize the importance of supporting children and families during tough situations; they discuss treating children with dignity, highlighting the importance of valuing a person's inherent worth. Elaine and Rosalind emphasize the importance of meeting complex kids where they are, understanding their underlying motivations, and respecting their agency in parent-child relationships. Related Links: The Anxious Generation (book): https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593655036/?tag=im0ea3-20 Improve Relationships with Complex Kids and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/improve-relationships-with-complex-kids-and-teens rosalindwiseman.com Redirecting Your Child with ADHD Without Judgment: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/redirecting-adhd-without-judgment/ Six Things to STOP Saying to your ADHD Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/six-things-stop-saying-to-your-adhd-kids/ How to Pick Your Battles to Achieve Family Peace: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/how-to-pick-your-battles-to-achieve-family-peace/ ADHD & Depression, ADHD & Anxiety, and All of the Above: https://youtu.be/EsVPRm9RVD4?si=lj3YuBucpK3A6cmN Parenting Anxious Childhood Emotions: https://youtu.be/ff5hXtdem5Y What Story Are You Telling Yourself?: https://youtu.be/a3Pu8irWDR4 Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y42_YS3w3Is&t=775s Understanding Learning Styles: A Curiosity-Driven Approach: https://youtu.be/za5bG6DuN7M Trusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_U Connect with Rosalind: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosalindwiseman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosalind.wiseman.9 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalind-wiseman-0a369873 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rosalindwiseman2?_t=8ejF9rJAgtc&_r=1 Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Ep 168: Surgeon General Warning on Social Media: How Should Parents Respond?
    Jun 26 2024
    Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss social media and mental health. Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Elaine and Diane encourage parents to reflect on their own technology habits and how they model healthy tech usage for their children. Elaine and Diane explain it's crucial for parents to have open and honest conversations with their children about their online activities. Elaine and Diane emphasize the importance of mindfulness in technology usage. They advocated for conscious engagement with digital tools and encouraged individuals to view technology as a supportive tool rather than a controlling force. Links Social Media and Youth Mental Health: https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/sg-youth-mental-health-social-media-advisory.pdf Surgeon General: Why I’m Calling for A Warning Label on Social Media: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/opinion/social-media-health-warning.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb Surgeon General Calls for Warning Labels on Social Media Platforms: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/17/health/surgeon-general-social-media-warning-label.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare&sgrp=c-cb IPPF Report: https://www.ippf.org/sites/default/files/2016-05/ippf_cse_report_eng_web.pdf Supporting Youth Experiencing Technology-Facilitated Sexual Violence: https://gbvlearningnetwork.ca/our-work/issuebased_newsletters/issue-39/Learning-Network-Issue-39.pdf Yuval Noah Harari: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5nwNQzNmE-/?igsh=MWtudGVkZ2dwZGx3OA== Sanity School link: https://impactparents.securechkout.com/DSS-Kit-$197?utm_campaign=imp-purchase&utm_source=episode-169&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=dss-kit Podcast Episodes: Teaching Kids to be Responsible with Technology: https://youtu.be/9_NbAkoaZjk Intern'l Conf on ADHD 2022 Takeaway Part 2: Technology & Gaming Research: https://youtu.be/3OmacXsemNc?si=Avmr_v_c9YIBBVWn Tech Overwhelm and the Metaverse: https://youtu.be/HXN4ShSNbvw Effective Agreements: https://youtu.be/1Sf6G37JW80 Rules, Boundaries, & Agreements: Balancing Freedom with Responsibility: https://youtu.be/gUQdne8YliM Articles: Let Go Control Freak Parent: https://impactparents.com/let-go-control-freak-parent Confident Parenting – Why Bother? https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/confident-parenting/ 5 Tips for Having Embarrassing Conversations with Your Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/5-tips-for-having-embarrassing-conversations-with-your-kids/ A Parent’s Guide to Sexing, Texting and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/a-parents-guide-to-sexting-texting-and-teens/ Handling Conflict with Complex Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/handling-conflict-with-complex-kids Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Ep 167: But I Don't Want To! The Emotions Behind Procrastination
    Jun 19 2024
    Dani Donovan is a purpose-driven creator and the founder/CEO of The Anti-Boring Project. Her unorthodox self-help book “The Anti-Planner: How to Get Sh*t Done When You Don’t Feel Like It” offers procrastinators innovative strategies, activities, and games to understand their emotions and overcome productivity roadblocks. Dani’s work empowers individuals with ADHD understand themselves, feel a sense of belonging, and better explain their struggles to loved ones. Her relatable webcomics, viral TikToks, and closing keynote at the 2021 International ADHD Conference have established her as a prominent voice in the mental health community. Dani has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC News, and The Guardian. Her efforts have encouraged thousands to seek diagnosis and treatment. Check out her work at ADHDDD.com and anti-planner.com! Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Dani Donovan about procrastination and emotion. Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex Kids Got complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/top-twelve-tips-bonus?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=12-tips Here is what to expect on this week’s show: • Dani emphasizes the effectiveness of personalized learning strategies, such as using art to help her son study. This highlights the significance of tailoring educational approaches to individual interests and needs. • The Feelings-Based Productivity Approach advocated by Dani organizes productivity tools based on emotional states. This approach addresses how individuals feel, ultimately boosting productivity by acknowledging and working with their emotions. • Elaine and Dani stress the importance of collaborative communication and incorporating humor to navigate the challenges of ADHD. Effective communication and a light-hearted approach can make dealing with ADHD-related difficulties more manageable. Related Links: • How to Respond When Your Kid Says Everything is Boring: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/kid-says-everything-is-boring/ • Empathy: A Magic Wand to Connect with Complex Kids and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/empathy-a-magic-wand-to-connect-with-complex-kids-teens/ • The Anti Boring Project: https://www.antiboringproject.com • ADHD Conference: https://chadd.org/conference/ • The Anti-Planner: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1944627073/?tag=im0ea3-20 Connect with Dani: Website: anti-planner.com Website: https://adhddd.com/ Twitter: https://x.com/danidonovan TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danidonovan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danidonovan Patreon: patreon.com/danidonovan Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents X (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Ep 166: Summer Stressors: Realistic Expectations with ADHD & Anxiety
    Jun 12 2024
    Parenting during the summer presents unique challenges, as parents strive to create a balance between structured activities and unstructured downtime for their children. Elaine and Diane, both experienced in navigating these summertime hurdles, offer insightful perspectives on the matter. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss summer stressors. Ten Self Care Tips for Parents Do you give and give until you give yourself away? You’re not alone! In this FREE guide for caring (and exhausted!) parents, you may recognize some of the key tips -- but it’s always good to have a reminder! And then there will be some new ideas to help you put yourself back on your list and find a little more peace and joy in family life. Sure, your kids may need more than other kids. But that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the care you need to keep helping your kids! Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Elaine and Diane advocate for a flexible structure that allows for goal-setting across different types of activities Elaine and Diane stress the importance of parents prioritizing self-care during the summer months. Involving children in the summer planning process not only encourages autonomy but also fosters essential life skills like executive function and self-sufficiency. Related Links: Flexibility + Structure = Moderation: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/flexibility-structure-moderation-2/ Managing Summer Stressors: A Message to Moms with ADHD: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/managing-summer-stressors-a-message-to-moms-with-adhd/ Planning Summer Days Rhythm and Routine with Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/planning-summer-days-rhythm-and-routine-with-kids Summer Planning with Complex Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/summer-planning-with-complex-kids Setting Boundaries for Summer: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/setting-boundaries-for-summer/ Dinner with an ADHD Family: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/dinner-adhd-family/ Anxiety 101: Let Go of Expectations (success story): https://youtu.be/BmUOXqqL8tY Parenting Is Improv!: https://youtu.be/xjt1rT_Tioo Travel Planning with Anxious, Inflexible, Neurodiverse Kids: https://youtu.be/JWhIFPvmTNU Yes, You Can Teach Life Skills Through GAMING: https://youtu.be/RQL8PUcbGvM Motivation Myths & the Magic of P.I.N.C.H.: https://youtu.be/2TkKOif9LrU Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparents Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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