On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by Ron Kerbs, CEO of, Kidas is an anti-cyberbullying and predator protection tech company to discuss the latest research that shows that kids as young as 8 years old are being targeted online, many while innocently playing online games. Listen as Kerbs explains how these kids can be targeted by predators and financial scammers and what parents can do to help prevent this from happening. Ron Kerbs, CEO, Kidas aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being par ..read more

On the 100th episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner welcomes back Lt Gov of Ohio, Jon Husted. Husted discusses the Social Media Parental Notification Act. Listen to learn what this means for you and your children and why this is an important step in helping to safeguard your children online. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com The post Podcast # 100: Social Media Parental Notification Act appeared first on Northeast Ohio Parent ..read more

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Vanessa Kahlon to discuss her book, How to do Parenting with Confidence. Kahlon discusses topics such as: using powerful “one-liners” for those challenging parenting moments that push buttons, trying out under-reactions when challenging situations occur, how to pursue a relationship and spend quality time, learn phrases to cut from the parental vocabulary for success, and much more! aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being part of a p ..read more

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Jim White, author of How to Be the Parent  Your Teenager Needs You to Be. White is an author coach and founder of the Family Enrichment Academy. He has spent the last 40 years studying the topics of personal development, marriage and parenting. He shares his tips for raising happy, well-adjusted children. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohioparent.com The post Podcast #98 How to ..read more

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by nationally renowned pediatrician and co-author of the bestselling “411” parenting book series including Baby 411: Clear Answers and Smart Advice for your Baby’s First Year, Expecting 411, and Toddler 411, Dr. Ari Brown. Dr. Brown shares her insight on topics such as sleeping, eating, milestones, bonding, and much more including screen time and social media and parenting. If you are having a baby, have a baby, or care for a baby, this episode is for you. aParently Sp ..read more

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host, Miriam Conner is joined by guest, Kive Schuler to discuss her new book, “The Peaceful Parenting Revolution: Changing the World by Changing the Way We Parent.” Kive Schuler Schueler discusses a new way of looking at discipline, communication, discovering what parents really want for their kids, making peace with your parenting past, being the best version of yourself, and more. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and sponsored by Mazda of Kent. Interested in being part of a parent panel? Email Miriam at podcast@northeastohi ..read more

A new survey of parents found that kids spend less than one hour each day being active, yet parents want their kids to go outside more and try new things. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner, is joined by sports psychologist and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Dan O’ Neill, MD, EdD.  Dr. O’Neill joins the show to  talk about the lack of physical activity, childhood obesity, and the plummeting activity levels in kids. How parents can get their kids excited about being more active and much more. Dr. O’Neill discusses his new book, Survival of the Fit- How Physical E ..read more

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by noted psychologist, speaker and parenting expert Carl Pickhardt, Ph.D, to discuss his new book Holding On While Letting Go: Parenting Your Child Through the Four Freedoms of Adolescence. Pickhardt hopes to help keep parents ahead of the curve when it comes to understanding the stages of adolescence. Parents with children of all ages will learn a lot and be encouraged by this episode.   The post Podcast #84 Understanding your Adolescent appeared first on Northeast Ohio Parent ..read more

What is Asperger’s syndrome and what is it like living with it? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host , Miriam Conner is joined by author Matthew Kenslow of ” Juggling the Issues: Living with Asperger’s Syndrome.” Kenslow shares what life has been like living with Asperger’s syndrome. Listen as he shares some myths about Asperger’s syndrome and his struggles and triumphs as well as what he thinks his parents did well.  The post Podcast #83 Living with Asperger’s Syndrome appeared first on Northeast Ohio Parent ..read more

With kids back in the classrooms, some will experience school stress. What can parents do to help minimize challenges children may be facing? On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by mental health expert and licensed social worker, Jennifer Kelman. Kelman shares some of the pressures children are dealing with and how parents can minimize them. Listen as she discusses the needs of the child vs the needs of the parent. They also discuss device use, confidence, and the benefits of down time. aParently Speaking is presented by Northeast Ohio Parent and spo ..read more