<![CDATA[TOOTRiS Talks]]>TOOTRiS Talks is where real parents get real answers—without the noise, guilt, or judgment.

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From choosing the right child care program, to setting healthy screen time boundaries, to understanding how everyday choices influence children’s development, each episode delivers thoughtful conversations and takeaways parents can actually use.

 

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TOOTRiS Talks is part of the TOOTRiS Child Care Benefits Platform, helping parents connect to more than 230,000 unique Child Care providers nationwide.

 

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]]>https://info.tootris.com/tootris-talks/#lp-pom-block-15Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 10:54:55 GMTFri, 19 Dec 2025 23:22:19 GMT60Jeff McAdam<p>TOOTRiS Talks is where real parents get real answers—without the noise, guilt, or judgment.<br /></p><p>Hosted by a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and father of two young children, this parent-first podcast features doctors, educators, child development experts, and fellow parents sharing practical, trusted guidance on the topics families are navigating right now.</p><p> </p><p>From choosing the right child care program, to setting healthy screen time boundaries, to understanding how everyday choices influence children’s development, each episode delivers thoughtful conversations and takeaways parents can actually use.</p><p> </p><p>Designed for real life, TOOTRiS Talks is easy to listen to on the go—no lectures, no controversy, just clear insights from voices parents can trust.</p><p> </p><p>TOOTRiS Talks is part of the TOOTRiS Child Care Benefits Platform, helping parents connect to more than 230,000 unique Child Care providers nationwide.</p><p> </p><p>👉 <b>Visit </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://TOOTRiS.com" target="_blank"><b>TOOTRiS.com</b></a><b> to start your search today.</b></p>episodicJeff McAdamjmcadam@tootris.comno<![CDATA[Screen Time & Snow Days: Balancing Tech, Play and Family Time]]>With extra time off school and holiday breaks, how do you set boundaries around screens, keep kids engaged with low-tech fun, and support family rhythms without burnout?

SPECIAL GUEST - Stephanie Kakrin: A mother of two, a published parenting author, and a mindset coach with a Masters in Psychology, Stephanie and her husband cofounded ScreenCoach, a combined hardware/software solution that helps parents manage their child's screen time, and regain balance.

]]>53177129-7e2b-41b0-a54e-9169ec8943f8Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:49:05 GMT<p>With extra time off school and holiday breaks, how do you set boundaries around screens, keep kids engaged with low-tech fun, and support family rhythms without burnout? <br /><br />SPECIAL GUEST - Stephanie Kakrin: A mother of two, a published parenting author, and a mindset coach with a Masters in Psychology, Stephanie and her husband cofounded ScreenCoach, a combined hardware/software solution that helps parents manage their child's screen time, and regain balance.</p>no00:32:2012Screen Time & Snow Days: Balancing Tech, Play and Family Timefull<![CDATA[Holiday Chaos? 5 Secrets to Being Calm, Connected & Kid-Happy]]>The holidays bring joy and celebration but they also bring packed schedules, disrupted routines, extended family dynamics, and sensory overload for both kids and parents. In this episode of TOOTRiSTalks, we break down practical, real life strategies to help parents protect the parent child connection, maintain helpful routines, and reduce overwhelm during the busiest season of the year.

We are joined by special guest Reena B. Patel, Founder and CEO of AutiZm & More, who helps children and families embed positive behavior support strategies across home, school, and community settings. Reena is also a national TV correspondent, offering expert guidance on current events and family well being.

Whether you are navigating holiday travel, gift overload, overstimulation, or shifting bedtimes, this conversation will equip you with tools you can actually use to support your child’s emotional well being and keep your family grounded during the holidays.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For parents and caregivers
🎄 For families navigating holiday stress
🧠 For anyone supporting children’s emotional health

]]>7c00174c-970c-42af-af0e-6feee8c61295Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:36:30 GMT<p>The holidays bring joy and celebration but they also bring packed schedules, disrupted routines, extended family dynamics, and sensory overload for both kids and parents. In this episode of TOOTRiSTalks, we break down practical, real life strategies to help parents protect the parent child connection, maintain helpful routines, and reduce overwhelm during the busiest season of the year. <br /><br />We are joined by special guest Reena B. Patel, Founder and CEO of AutiZm &amp; More, who helps children and families embed positive behavior support strategies across home, school, and community settings. Reena is also a national TV correspondent, offering expert guidance on current events and family well being. <br /><br />Whether you are navigating holiday travel, gift overload, overstimulation, or shifting bedtimes, this conversation will equip you with tools you can actually use to support your child’s emotional well being and keep your family grounded during the holidays. <br /><br />👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For parents and caregivers <br />🎄 For families navigating holiday stress <br />🧠 For anyone supporting children’s emotional health </p>no00:34:5911Holiday Chaos? 5 Secrets to Being Calm, Connected & Kid-Happyfull