Is your mind’s busy chatter a disease needing a cure?  Janese Adair, Mindfulness Expert and Community Outreach Coordinator for Sky Tripping, joins me in this episode to talk about the mental health benefits of using nature to help us learn

Want to improve your relationship with your teenager?  Josh Brazier and Hollie Henderson, authors of the book, Bang Head Here: You in the Equation, are my guests today.  They are Crises Intervention Specialists using their combined twenty years of experience

Conflict is inevitable in a family. There will always be differences.  And while you may not be able to have a family relationship without conflict, you can have a family without contention.  My guest today is Jennifer Furlong, Communication Skills

My guest today is Allyson Chavez, a prosperity & success coach for ambitious, God-centered women.  When you become a better person, you become a better parent.  Young mothers especially struggle with feeling “good enough”.  Allyson has had many years of

Cranford Blackmon is the founder of FemVincible, a new paradigm in stopping and preventing violence against women and girls.  This is a powerful tool in teaching self protection.  He and his wife, Penny, are my guests in this episode and

Linda-Ann Stewart, Focus Coach with Heartvision Consulting, is my guest in this episode.  She motivates women to focus and transform their business through deliberate actions that break through distraction and overwhelm to greater success, freedom, wellbeing and prosperity.  It’s all

Sabrina Ben Salmi, Mother of the Year Award Winner and mother of 5 Entrepreneurial Children, is my guest today.  She understands about fostering confidence and answers the question, How can we raise children who believe in themselves and are prepared

Rozanne Marsh of Level Up, an empowering program for teens and families, shares her expertise on learning to use all of our brain and reach our full potential.  She is the owner and creator of Know Brainerz, empowerment courses, retreats,

What difference does feeling gratitude make in your life?  Grace Strachan, the Human Connector and Gratitude Whisperer, is my guest today.  She answers that question and shares how she spreads sunshine to all who know her. Visit her Facebook page.

What is your mindset about parenting and family life?  As with every other aspect of life, a healthy mindset is the beginning of success as a parent.  Create the family life you desire by changing your mindset.  Lesley Bradshaw, a

Lois McGuire, author of the “Don’t Be that Kid!” series, and retired educator with 36 years experience is my guest today. She explains how you can help your children how to improve their behavior at home and at school to

Education has the power to change lives.  This is the first in a series on education and how you can be involved to get your child the best education possible.  We talk about the Sudbury Model, or student-directed learning and

Dr. Laura Christine, Master Gardner and Traditional Naturopathic Doctor, shares her insights on the benefits of growing a garden as a family and shares practical tips for growing your own food, even if you live in an apartment.  You can

Nancy White, the Healthy Cells Chick, talks about safeguarding your family’s health. Nancy White wants to live in a world where people will thrive and not just survive, both physically and financially. In her business she assists health-conscious adults in

Susan Burdick of Restore for Life discusses the technique she discovered to help clients heal physically and emotionally. She uses a form of energy healing she developed herself through years of practice.

Nancy Mueller Nancy Mueller, Life Sensei, shares her insights on this episode of Healing Your Families. Visit her show on WIN WIN Women at https://winwinwomen.tv/show/healing-the-child-within

Kerre Burley, CEO of Goulding Institute, talks about the Goulding Process — SleepTalk® and how it can help children become healthier, happier, and more resilient. Click here for more information.

As parents, we need a clear understanding of our role as the primary programmer of our child’s mind.  Here are some practical tips on how to train your child to believe in themselves and have confidence in their abilities. Click

Would you consider a diagnosis of Autism to be a disaster or a blessing? Certainly there are challenges. AnnaLaura Brown talks about her journey and how she supports families of children with Autism in this episode.  Visit her website for

Do you have a child who is strong-willed or highly sensitive?  Abigail Wald, mentor and advocate for parents of strong-willed and highly sensitive children, shares her experience and insights.  Visit her website. Emmalou Penrod Welcome to In Support of Families.

Rebecca Greene, Whinypaluza Mom, shares the joys and challenges of motherhood.  She brings her rich background of experience working with parents, her insights as a mother and her delightful sense of humor.  Visit her website.  Like her Facebook page, and

Concerned about the effect the divorce will have on your children?  Rosalind Sedacca of the Child-Centered Divorce Network has solutions.  Listen to our conversation in this episode and visit her website. Emmalou Penrod Welcome. Glad to have you with us.

Plagued by a bully in your life?  Jeanie Cisco-Meth, public speaker, two time best selling author and coach, talks about how you can strengthen your child and yourself against bullying.  Visit her website for information on her books, online courses and other

Can your children teach you how to be an even better parent?  Natiya McFadden would answer that with a “Yes!”  She shares her experience and approach to parenting in this episode.  Visit her website to listen to her podcast, see her

When can you begin teaching your baby?  Dr. Sally Goldberg answers that question and explains much more about helping your child’s development in this episode.  She is a pioneer in the field of Early Childhood Education.  She talks about how

How can we improve our societies?  By strengthening the foundation, families.  In this episode, my husband of 48 years, David, and I talk about the many challenges families face today and how we can support them in our communities. Emmalou

How will  your child with special needs be provided for after you are gone?  Donna Lankford had this very real concern for her son.  She shares her journey in finding the right solution for her family.  She is open to

Does raising a child with special needs sometimes feel like riding a cyclone?  Karen Phipps shares her experiences and how she was able to manage the financial side.  Just getting this aspect sorted out can make a huge difference.  Visit

Time and money, how do you make it all work for your family?  Jane Landsberger, Financial Advisor with over 20 years experience and mother of a son with severe challenges, shares her experience and expertise.  Contact her at Jane.Landsberger@wealthwave.com or

Do you know where your money goes?  Curits Banks, author and Money Smart Mentor, discusses his journey in learning how to make money work for him.  Visit his website to learn more about him and what he does. Emmalou Penrod Hello, and

How do you rebuild your life after you have suffered trauma?  Coach Ann Anderson discusses that and her award-winning book, Butterfly Uprising, in this last episode of our series on coaches who specialize in serving women.  Visit her website to learn more

Are you career rich, time poor and ready to ask for help?  Are you hiding parts of yourself and want to break free?  Are you tired of being lonely and seeking your tribe?  Laura Feltz, Results Coach and Designated Hypnotherapist,

Wil Carlos shares why he is a male coach who primarily attracts female clients, the 8 Pillars of the Imposter Complex, and how he helps his clients navigate the process to reaching their goals.  He offer several free products and

This is the first episode of our series, Coaches for Women.  Stefanie Thayers is dedicated to helping women improve their health beginning with their mindset. Follow her on Facebook, LinkedIn,  and Instagram. Emmalou Penrod Thank you for joining us. This month, we’re going

      How do guilt and fear impact your parenting?  Pascale Dubé and I discuss that in this final episode of the series, “Parents and Teens, Two Different Species?” Learn more about Pascale on her LinkedIn page or visit her Facebook group

    We continue our series on Communication, “Parents and Teens, Two Different Speicies?” with Pascale Dubé.  In this episode we talk about how you can empower your teen to become a successful adult.  Learn more about Pascale on her LinkedIn

      How is your communication with your teenager?  Listen as Pascale Dubé,  and I talk about effective ways to  improve your communication with your teen.  Learn more about Pascale on her LinkedIn page or visit her Facebook group for parents.  

      Are parents and teens two different species?  Pascale Dubé joins me for a series of 4 episodes on communicating with your teen.  Learn more about Pascale on her LinkedIn page or visit her Facebook group for parents.   You can

    Want more tools to help you become the best you can be?  Dorie Olds and I discuss the tools we have found effective.  Visit our websites, School of Creation and Healing Your Families. Emmalou Penrod Hello, I am talking to Dorie

This episode will explain a lot of things about how your mind works.

    Are you holding onto misunderstandings about hypnosis and how it works?  Dorie Olds and I dispel the top 10 Myths about Hypnosis. Visit School of Creation and Healing Your Families to learn more. Emmalou Penrod I’m talking to Dorie Olds today, and

              Do you have a traumatic incident in your life that is holding you back?  Dorie Olds has been through extreme trauma in her life and learned how to heal and progress.  She shares

Know a new mother or anyone going through a major transition who needs support?  Kristen Jawad has a service for her.  If you just want to know how to support a new mother or experiencing major stress of any kind,

Want to find an effective way to quickly release stress and tension?  Sue Wilhite shares what she has learned about the physical effects of stress, hypnotherapy, sound healing and biofield tuning.  Visit her website.   Or find her on Facebook and LinkedIn.

      Anita Byegon talks about her work with Days for Girls.        Lydiah Kerubo Kenyanya is a schoolteacher who is keenly aware of the needs of the families in her community.        Dominic Obadiah

Need support to make changes in your life?  Regina Carey can help you do that.  She shares her background and experience in this episode.  Visit her website to learn more about her services. Emmalou Penrod I’m talking to Regina Carey today. And

How can you get the personal and business development training you want and earn another source of income in the process?  Mauro Folco has the answer with Give 2 Get.  Learn more here. Emmalou Penrod Today, I’m talking to Mauro,

Want to know how to get from Point A, where you are, to Point B, where you want to be? If you are interested in learning the most effective process to success in business and in life, listen to Catherine

How can you handle overwhelmingly stressful situations and remain effective at what you love to do?  Whether you are a parent, teacher or medical care professional, you will benefit from hearing this conversation with Stef Skupin, “Professional Development Meets Personal

Do you have a child who is struggling to understand new material in school?  Is there a promotion or better paying job you want, if you can only pass the required exam?  Allen Ziga has the solution with Two Times

Are you prepared for the transition when your children leave home?  Katrina Session, Certified Professional Coach, shares her experience and expertise.  She has valuable tips to help make that transition as smooth as possible.  Check out her website or find her on LinkedIn.

Feeling like it’s too late to take care of your body?  Andrew Blakey explains why it isn’t and what you can do about it.  Visit his website. Additional links: Personal Instagram – www.instagram.com/Iamandrewblakey Brand – www.instagram.com/Yourfuturefitnesstraining email : Andrewblakey@yourfuturefitness.com   Emmalou

Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is?  Arehn McCarty is a life coach who can guide you in that journey.  She has an extensive background and is well-qualified to offer guidance on life’s journey.  She shares her

How can you keep yourself healthy enough to live the life you want?  Susan Allred shares her journey in discovering that for herself and her family.  She mentors adults and teens in mastering the Wellness Triangle.  Visit her website to learn more

This is a replay of an interview I had with Denise Braithwaite a few years ago.  She is the owner of Go Green Urban Landscaping Solutions.  She talks about her mother and grandmother who moved their family to Brooklyn from

What can you do when life hits you with the unexpected? Nicola Irvine shares her experience as the mother of a son who was born healthy, but soon developed serious life-challenging medical problems. She is a motivational speaker and author.

    Katie Fasciano conducts an in person session of Seimei.      Katie during a remote session. Have you heard of Seimei?  It’s a form of healing that originate in Japan.  It addresses the nonphysical parts of the body. 

As Cheryl Blakeney says, “Financial fitness is a muscle.  The more you use it, the stronger it becomes.”  Cheryl shares her experience and expertise in this episode.  She is committed to serving families and offers a valuable yet free service

Maureen Poirier has been in the financial industry for 5 years.  She shares her amazing journey from raiding her friend’s pantry to feed her children as a single mother to financial success as a licensed financial agent and Director of

If you want to learn how to help a late-talking child, visit the website for Waves of Communication. Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking to Marci Melzer today. She is an Intuitive Speech Language Pathologist Consultant with 30 years experience. She’s

Whether you want to get into your first home, upsize, downsize, or just change your neighborhood, Kelly and Aaron Garcia have the tools you need to make it happen, even when you wonder if it is possible.  Visit their website.

Wondering if it is time for that serious talk with grandma?  Listen to a Certified Senior Advisor who is also certified in Dementia Care.  Michelle Malais has the experience and training to help you navigate senior transitions or even make

Bellhop Logistics Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking to Lee Torres today. And he is a founder, CEO and logistics concierge. Lee, welcome. Lee Torres 0:11 Thank you. Thank you, Emmalou. I appreciate it. Happy to be here. Emmalou Penrod 0:15

Tammy Goen shares her research and experience on the topic of highly sensitive people.  Visist her website, Landscape Wellness. Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking to Tammy Goen today, she is a life and wellness coach and energy worker. And she

Learn more about Ryan Jackson, his story, his podcast, and his book at https://ryanjackson.org Emmalou Penrod 0:00 Today I’m talking to Ryan Jackson. He is the author of The Success Rebellion. And he has a podcast show with the same

Connect with Janee on her Facebook page or website. Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking today to Jamie Stover. She is a Nana, and entrepreneur. Janie, welcome. Thanks. Janee L Stover 0:10 I’m glad to be here. Emmalou Penrod 0:12 And

Follow Zach on Instragram or email him at bigironsportsperformance@gmail.com Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking to Zach Gee today. He is a strength and conditioning coach with Big Iron Sports Performance. Zach, welcome. Zach Gee 0:11 Hi, how are you? Emmalou

Learn more about Olga Ward and Beaverton Neurofeedback on her website, Facebook, and Instagram. Emmalou Penrod 0:00 I’m talking to Olga Ward today. And she is a parent; she has a biological son and an adoptive daughter. For the last

Emmalou:  I’m talking to Dr. Mark Mauzy. And the last time I talked to him in January of 2019, he was just starting Gem Train, a platform for providing valuable information for family members of those with autism. And now

Emmalou:  Today I’m talking to Brooke Benincosa. She is an intuitive healer. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing her for over a year. And what impresses me most of all is her background. So first of all, Brooke, welcome. Brooke: 

How can you protect yourself and your children from negative influences?  Cytel Schults, Voice Mentor, has found the best way to protect yourself and your children is understanding and correctly using the Armor of God.  She talks about her journey

What is the safest way to prepare your little ones for Kindergarten?  Dani Bale found a solution for that challenge with her online preschool.  She had been operated a preschool out of her home for several years and had the

How can you make a difference in your community?  Dominic Obadiah, life coach, food relief provider and tour guide, talks about his efforts in behalf of the vulnerable families in his area.  He sees the suffering of families with special

In Gusii, the language spoken in Kisii, Kenya, the term “obwanchani” means to give great love.  Lydiah Kerubo Kenyanya demonstrates that love in her efforts to serve the members of her community. Lydiah grew up in a poor family with

What do you do when you see a critical need?  Aimee Broadbent’s response would be to start a foundation.  She tells her story in this episode.  It started on a trip she took to Africa with her husband.  She returned

Can you really put your child through college without getting into debt? Denise Thomas, the Debt-Free College Coach, responds with a resounding “Yes!”  In her words, “College doesn’t have to be a Debt Sentence.” Denise coaches parents of college bound

Do you sometimes butt heads with family members? This episode will help you understand why. I am interviewing Barbara Ellison, Certified Personality Science Trainer. Barbara explains Personality Science giving a history and describing the basic four personality types.  She shares

What do you do with your emotions?  If you ignore them, will they just go away?  These are some of the questions Ben Eden, life coach and speaker, address in this episode. He tells his story of attempting to wear

Laura Cooley How can you teach your children to accept other cultures?  This was the question that faced Laura Cooley.  She knew she wanted to raise compassionate children.  She had grown up in New Jersey, where she had interacted with

What is it like for girls growing up with a sense of shame about the normal biological functioning of their body?  And how do they cope without the availability of the feminine sanitary supplies we take for granted in the

Kayla-Leah Rich is a speaker, coach and author.  Today she talks about her role as a Days for Girls Regional Director and member of the Development Team.  She shares her experiences traveling around the world with Days for Girls.  She

Are you looking for a phone for your child that doesn't expose them to everything on the internet?  GABB has the solution.  Inger Erickson, Director of the Advocate Channel at GABB explains how their company provides a safe phone for

Do you know how to use essential oils?  Kimberly West does.  She discovered their beneficial properties for her own use.  Then she continued her studies and learned about the different varieties, their properties and uses and how to blend them. 

What do you think of when you hear the word birth? For many it is a joyous occasion, the beginning of a new life, a new addition to a family. For some the first word that comes to mind is

Today I’m talking to London Wilson from Rising Women Entrepreneurs. Have you ever dreamed of a job that allows you more time to spend at home with your family? London Wilson did as a single mom. She shares her journey

Is childbirth a medical event?  Barbara Decker, Certified Prenatal Bonding Facilitator and Childbirth Educator, answers this question. She also shares her almost 50 years experience in prenatal and perinatal education.  She stresses the importance of relaxation in experiencing a calmer,

Pam Tobin talks about how her family was able to find health together through getting the nutrition they need.  She is a firm believer that family health is wealth.  Pam spent over 30 years as a corporate executive.  She is

What would your life be like if you could fully activate your brain?  My guests today are Jenn and Seth Woolstenhulme.  Dr. Seth is one of four chiropractors in the state of Utah who is also a Functional Neurologist.   Jenn

Have you ever considered starting a family business?  Jenelle Parker talks about her company, Fa Mo, which stands for Fathers and Mothers using their outside voice outside to start a family business.  She talks about how this has impacted her

Shannon Shepherd, APPAC Are we allowing cultural bias to affect our health decisions? Shannon Shepherd, Certified Placenta Arts Specialist, provides some valuable information in this episode. She explains the benefits of placenta encapsulation, or consuming the placenta, for new mothers.

How can we rewire our brain for self-mastery?  Dr. Alok Trivedi, health and human behavior expert, founder of Aligned Performance Institute, and author of Chasing Success, shares his insights in this episode.  He also talks about the Lotus Foundation, a

How do you instill such a strong sense of identity in your children that they can withstand the taunts of others and remain true to their values? Diane Tatum, mom, business owner, entrepreneur, flight attendant and globe trotter, tells us

  Hypnosis and Parenting? It is a more natural combination than may appear at first glance. Parenting is the most challenging thing you will ever do. It will require all of your emotional and mental resources, and a major investment

Parenting is one of the most demanding responsibilities anyone will have as an adult.  They are not only responsible for the physical care of another human being, but they are programming their children’s minds.  Everything they say to their children

Healthimom Leica is a stay-at-home mother of six and mompreneur who is committed to helping other moms enjoy life through balance in time, health, relationships and finances. She loves to help moms find “more time in the day and more

We are grateful for our care providers at this time and it is appropriate to applaud them.  There is one group of care providers who are being overlooked, however. Parents care for their children 24 hours a day, 7 days

How can you make an unmedicated birth even easier? Marie Chase, mother of 10, HypnoBirthing° Childbirth Educator, Doula, and Placenta Encapsulator talks about that in this episode. She relates her own experiences with natural birthing at home and in a

How can a doula help you have a more positive birth experience? Joleen Cullens, a doula, massage therapist, prenatal yoga and belly dancing instructor and infant massage educator explains in this episode. Joleen developed an interest in massage therapy early

How can families create a strong enough bond to support their children in all the challenges of life?  Phyllis Fisher talks about family bonding as she discusses her experiences as a Certified Consulting Hypnotist, HypnoBirthing® Childbirth Educator, Doula, and Goulding

How do you have an amazingly positive birthing experience?  Emily Edison, an Elementary School Music Teacher and mother of two explains in this episode.  The secret is in that word, calm. She was familiar with the concept of hypnobirthing when

Does your metabolism feel stuck? Maybe it’s time for a reboot. Jared McDonald is a Type 1 Diabetic who has achieved and maintained his ideal weight and health for over 7 years. His mission is to help others do the

Thomas Benhard, Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine, talks about his journey.  As a young man he suffered from severe back pain.  He tried several medications and treatments without success.  He dealt with this until he became emotionally depressed.  Nothing helped until

Is it important to be passionate about what you do?  Jess Lyman would answer that question with a resounding, “Yes!”  She talks about her passion for cooking and owning her own business.  She learned a love of cooking from her

Curtis Banks, financial educator and wealth mentor, talks about his journey to move his mindset from the 80% of our nation’s population who struggle to make it from paycheck to paycheck and only hold 13% of the money in our

How do you overcome a victim mentality? You take small steps everyday. Taylor Proctor, who describes her former self as “the angriest person ever”, talks about her 7 year journey in learning to be happy. She helps others do the

How can you break the cycle of generational poverty? With education as Cheridee Barker, Intergenerational Poverty Director for Open Doors explains in today’s episode. Cheridee shares her story of overcoming her financial struggles as a single mom and her zeal

Did you know your gut is like a second brain?  There is a stronger connection between your brain and your gut than most people realize.  Rosa Garcia, the Love Your Gut Lady talks about this connection and the ways you

How can you find support as a caregiver? Robyn Maniscalco, founder of Wellness Resource Support, international best selling author and public speaker talks about the research she has done and the services she offers for family members of patients with

How do you take care of yourself? Jasmine Manley of Shine Wellness talks about self care, mindfulness, meditation and being there for yourself.  Her journey began as a horse and confidence coach. This led to becoming a Reiki Practitioner. “As

How do you help a child who learns differently? What if your child doesn’t match the instructional methods used by most schools? Matthew Demattei fully understands the challenges students with special needs, such as ADHD and Autism, face and how

How do you overcome self defeating habits to become the best version of yourself? Zach Spafford shares his journey of overcoming pornography to help others use their mind and ability to choose their path in life and work towards self

        How can parents support their children in getting the best results from their academic studies? Dr. Steven Greene provides action steps parents can take to enhance their children’s education. He talks about learning styles, and how

Whether you are the head of a major corporation, a small business, a classroom or a family, you want to get the highest level of participation from your team. Dr. Timothy Clark explains how understanding and protecting psychological safety can

  What is the best way to take care of your body? Kristi Corless is well qualified to answer that question. With 10 different health related certifications and a strong background in the effective use of essential oils, she is

  What is the best way to live your life?  If you are a Christian, it is to center it around Jesus Christ.  To love and serve as He did.  Livia Pewtress is doing that and encouraging others to do

How do you deal with an overwhelming family challenge?  One solution is to design a board game.  Peter Pritchett talks about the game his family designed.  It was his mother’s response to a crisis her family was facing that was

We rarely hear conversations in healthcare that talk about the impact of energy and emotions on our health. Usually, the mind, body, and soul connection are taken out of the entire picture in exchange for prescription pills. Guest, Brooke Benincosa

What Am I Going to Do About It? Cory Jenkins Imagine living the life of your dreams. What would it be like to work because you want to, not because you have to? To travel and meet people all over

  Our brain health plays an important part in our overall wellbeing. Feeding the brain to change our life, Shelly Jo Wahlstrom is in this episode to talk about how she incorporates nutrition and amino acids in her hypnotherapy business.

  Can you imagine what it would be like if the world truly was your classroom? In this episode, Karin Antigua talks about her family and their experiences with road schooling and running a family business. Karin was born in

Taylor Lancaster, Certified Consulting Hypnotist, talks about his experience helping clients with addiction recovery and pain management.

Your mind has the power to create the life you want.  When you change your thoughts, you change your life.  Focus on what you want and set actions steps that will get you from where you are to where you

Dr. Carol Basile is the mother of a son with Autism who was born in the late 60’s, when little was known about this topic. She endured the harsh label of “refrigerator mom”, being told her son’s struggles were her

Dr. Geoff Cly, Board Certified OB/GYN, talks about his upcoming book, Wait, Don’t Take My Uterus. He is the expert on preventing miscarriages and offers valuable tips on women’s health.  He shares his story and explains his commitment to helping

Mike Holker, author of Leaving People Better, shares valuable tips on how anyone can help themselves or a loved one become a better person. He shares his 20+ years experience working with families of youth at risk from front-line staff,

Jamie Carrier, Health and Ecotherapy Coach, shares her amazing journey back to health after a diagnosis of Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Celiac disease. She provides breathing tips to calm the nervous system and talks about home-schooling her son with ADHD. 

3 Easy Tips to Increase Your Energy Today Heidi Hills, wife, mother, Certified Health and Life Coach and co-owner of Kaha Tahi Coaching, explains her journey and offers 3 tips to increasing energy. She has been health conscious all her

  In this episode, vocal coach, author, song writer, and heart whisperer Cytel Shults shares her gifts of music and compassion. Cytel talks about being a heart whisperer through her company, Enjoying My Voice. She also talks about how she

  Wouldn’t it be easier for all parents if there was a step-by-step procedure on how to be effective parents? Tough luck though because there is none, but what we have are the experiences of the parents before us. One

Darrell Horwitz, Motivational Speaker and Author of the upcoming book, Guess Whose Turn It Is, shares his story and provides 5 tips to improve your life.

  In this episode, hosts Emmalou and David Penrod discuss the difference between being cautious and being paranoid. Where do we draw the line between doing the sensible logical things to keep your children safe and overprotecting? Learn how to

  There are a lot of people who have decided not to have a family for their own personal reasons. While that may be the case, family as the basic unit of society proves to not only bring benefit to

Mama’s Tired, But Baby Isn’t With Alissa Marsh Our guest is Alissa Marsh, who also is our daughter. Alissa, welcome. Thank you. She’s a busy young mother who also works from home. I wanted her to talk to us about

  Our families can bring us the greatest joy and the greatest aggravation. Welcoming you to In Support of Families, hosts Emmalou and David Penrod talk about family life and its rewards and challenges. In this episode, they introduce a

  In a world where divorce has almost become a norm, finding a lasting relationship has become a rarity. In this episode, Emmalou Penrod spends time with her husband David Pendrod to talk about the secret of their long-lasting relationship.

Jeff Cade talks about his new book, Battleground Cancer.

Karmel Pehrson talks about her journey to becoming a behavior analyst, her business, and the services she provides. She is passionate about supporting families of children with special needs. In addition to her services as a behavior analyst, she also

Beth Williams talks about her nonprofit, Geneva Yoga, and how this practice can benefit everyone. She is most familiar with the progress that can occur for people with special needs and is passionate about making yoga available to this population.

  Diabetes is so widespread that almost everyone knows someone who is affected by it. Once you get it, it becomes a constant battle with blood sugars. Diabetic coach, speaker, and children’s book author, Amanda Bar shares her personal experience

Dr. Mark and I discuss the launching of an exciting new website for families affected by Autism. It has attracted 130 users worldwide in the first week without any advertising, just through organic sharing. The courses are presented by experts

  Wen Kosters-Qin, founder of Juicewell, talks about nutrition, parenting and how healthy juices can benefit picky eaters. Check out his website, juicewellonline.com

  Nothing will ever prepare you for that phone call that someone you love is hanging on by a thread. Tragedy does have an impact and plays a powerful role in changing one’s mindset. In this episode, Meridith Alexander shares

  We know self-care is important, but doing it is a whole different ball game. In this episode, Holly Blanc Moses shares doable self-help strategies and her challenge to parents of children who are differently wired. Beginning with a bucket

Hypnosis is like seeing ghosts, you don’t believe it until you experience it on your own. Who would’ve thought that it could also be applied to stress management? Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and a Certified Hypnotherapist, Steven Ortgiesen joins us

  Mark Cluff believes that education is a natural process and should be cultured for each child. This is the reason why he used the Sudbury Model to establish the Alpine Valley Academy. His school approaches learning the nontraditional way,

Russ McKell, a high school teacher, talks about his visit to study the educational systems in other countries. He shares his observations on what made them more effective and how we can implement some of the same success here in

    Holly Blanc Moses is a psychologist, behavior analyst and mother of two children who are differently wired. She shares her expertise in motivating children with special needs. Parents can join her Facebook Group, Wired Differently, or visit her

Dr. Jeffrey Knight of True North Chiropractic and Wellness Center talks about the specialized techniques he has developed that have been proven beneficial for children with special needs, especially autism.  Parents can get his free eBook here.  Listen to his

Dr. Jeffrey Knight from True North Chiropractic and Wellness Center talks about the success he has found in helping children with Autism eliminate some of the harmful metals in their brains to improve their behavior and interactions within the family

  The brain is the central area that is under stress when it comes to Autism and special needs. Improving and supporting the brain through nutrition has been one of the great passions of Dr. Jeffrey Knight, a chiropractic physician

Kristin Maynes shares her experience with mothering a blended family and finding the best educational fit for children.  Visit her website.  She is a life coach and can be contacted at thesassymom@gmail.com

Tiffany Riding, mother of 4 and Health and Nutrition Coach, talks about how she knew she had found the right school for her son with special needs. Connect with her on Facebook, contact her at fitandhealthytiff@gmail.com or visit her website

Tiffany Riding talks about her journey in finding the most effective treatment for her son who was given a dismal prognosis 2 years ago and is now making great strides academically and behaviorally.  She talks about finding the correct diagnosis

Tiffany Riding, mother of 4 and a Health and Fitness Coach, talks about her journey to find the correct diagnosis for her son.  She relates her struggles in helping her son and the increased success he enjoyed once the correct

Inclusion in the mainstream classroom will benefit your child by providing them with opportunities to learn from and interact with their peers. Form a collaborative team with your child’s school to meet their academic and social needs.  For additional information

  Anxiety affects a huge part of the population. It is real and needs to be addressed. In this episode, Ashley, a young adult who has been diagnosed with anxiety, shares how she took the initiative to improve herself and

  IDEA, or the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, is a federal law written to protect the rights of you as a parent and your child with special needs. You will be in a better position to advocate for your

Genevieve Gribble of Inter Vivos talks about guardianship for minor children and adult children with special needs.  She offers valuable legal information for parents of children with special needs that clarifies their role in providing appropriate care for their children

Jessica Harper, founder of Aspen Valley Counseling, talks about the services her clinic offers for families of children with special needs, especially neurofeedback and social skills training.

Dan Matheson from True Wealth talks about how families can ease their financial demands without eliminating any expenses.

                Genevieve Gribble from Inter Vivos talks about her experiences helping parents advocate for their children during the IEP process.

  There is a certain misconception that comes up when you say that a child needs a psychological evaluation. Dr. Aaron Allred of Bristol Health clarifies that a psychological test is as valuable as an any other standardized tests and

Susan Escalante, creator of Mima’s Zone TV on Youtube, talks about the power of literacy and how grandmothers can support families.  Subscribe to her channel here.  

  Without many realizing it, every person has some estate planning needs. Before it is too late, get to know the kind of protection you need in case something unexpected happens. In this episode, Genevieve Gribble from InterVivos talks about

Anthony Forgue talks about the business he started with his sister, Ashley, after struggling through school with ADHD.  His mother, Tabatha Forgue, talks about her journey supporting her son through school.  Visit and like their Facebook pages. https://www.facebook.com/aadebrisremoval/ https://www.facebook.com/DiamondInTheRoughProperties/

  More than a century has passed since the discovery of ADHD and autism. Since then, people have come to understand and find different kinds of treatments for them. In this episode, we look at neurofeedback and how it has

Anne Vincent, Family Nurse Practitioner, talks about the grand opening of her clinic, Promise Medical Family Practice, and how it will help families in the area. Visit her website, promisemedicalutah.com

  We’re all aware that the man has a pivotal role in a marriage and in family dynamics. When we hear about men “manning up”, it doesn’t mean they have to literally stop crying. Manning up means strengthening emotional control

Anna Smith shares the benefits of AquaCranial Therapy for everything from chronic pain, calming the nervous system, Fibromyalgia, and promoting general health and relief from the stresses of life. Aqua Lotus Healing Arts

Anna Smith talks about nutrition and how you can help your child learn to enjoy healthy foods. https://aqualotushealingarts.com/

  The government, along with many insurance companies, seem to be pushing families away from seeking care. Taking that back in this episode, we talk about Voyage Direct Primary Care with Dr. John Sanders, a champion for families needing healthcare.

Make the most of your children’s summer vacation from school by having the structure and supervision in place that allows you to reach your goals for them.

Welcome to In Support of Families.  This is Emmalou Penrod. There are many ways to raise children.  In an earlier blog, I wrote about various parenting styles. In addition to various styles, children can be raised by one parent, two

Julie talks about how she got into improv and how you can use it to gain confidence, heal past trauma, and re-create yourself.  Learn more about Julie and her book at her website. http://www.nextlevelimprov.com/

Curtis Banks, author of The Book on Money Management, talks about the basic steps to follow to take control of their income and plan for a future that provides for the needs of a growing family. Check out his website.

Welcome to In Support of Families.  This is Emmalou Penrod. I have been passionate about education since I was a young girl, lining up my dolls to play school.  I have always enjoyed learning. I remember that I couldn’t wait

     Dr. Rebecca Lundwall                   Dr. Terisa Gabrielsen Drs. Rebecca Lundwall and Terisa Gabrielsen discuss their research with teenagers and especially with girls, who are more adept at imitating others and are

   Dr. Terisa Gabrielsen                Dr. Rebecca Lundwall Drs. Terisa Gabrielsen and Rebecca Lundwall of Brigham Young University share their research findings on Autism, characteristics, indications and early interventions.  Here are the links they

Dr. Beth Halbert, a therapist who specializes in teenagers, their parents and their relationships, talks about how she was given the title of America’s teenologist and provides useful information on dealing with your teenager and your inner teen.

Welcome to In Support of Families.  This is Emmalou Penrod. Have you seen the movie, “Coco?”  I highly recommend it. We watched it live streaming on Amazon and I’m sure it’s available in other mediums as well.  This is a

As a parent, are you satisfied with your child’s progress in school?  Do you feel like you have an active role in your child’s educational experience?  Or do you sometimes feel that you have no control over your child’s education?

This is valuable advice for parents of school age children.  For more information about her books or working with Jeanie Cisco-Meth, go to her website, jeanieciscometh.com Jeanie Cisco-Meth

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George Ballew, Clinical Director of PEERS Academy, talks about a therapeutic approach that is being developed at Heritage Schools, Inc. to benefit teenagers with Autism. He shares his knowledge and experience in working with parents and students in meeting the

Gina Baker Gina combines her medical background and training with her wisdom and experiences as the mother of a son with Autism to provide valuable counsel for parents.  Visit her website, spectrumlane.com

Toney Larson, wife, mother and author, shares her experiences as a homeschool parent, her motivation, her methods and the benefits she has witnessed from teaching her children at home.

Read about Aaron Tveter in Psychology Today.

Learn more about effective communication and lowering your stress on my website.

I help parents lower stress in under 15 minutes a day with one simple tool.  Learn more here. Welcome to In Support of Families. This is Emmalou Penrod, and today we’re talking about parents and stress. I think parents are

Well managed family traditions and rituals strengthen family connections, create a comforting sense of belonging and history, and can even reduce family conflict. What positive family traditions are you establishing for your children?  Learn more about how you can strengthen

Emmalou: Welcome to “In Support of Families.” This is Emmalou Penrod, and I have a special guest with me this time. Susan Lindsey is someone I met through my daughter. Susan has taught two of my grandchildren, and my daughter

Welcome to In Support of Families. This is Emmalou Penrod and today I’m talking about school choice. Why is it important? To answer that question, I want to give you a brief history lesson. Before we became an independent nation,

Is reading important in your family?  It has been demonstrated to be essential to your child’s success in school.  How can you help them learn to love it?

I help parents improve their children’s behavior in under 5 minutes a day with one simple tool.  Learn more here. How do you view homework? Do you feel it’s important to your child’s academic success? Do you feel it’s an

It has been said that the best teacher will show you where to look, but not tell you what to see.  It is my goal with this book to share what I have learned through experience in my years as

I help parents improve their children’s behavior in under 5 minutes a day with one simple tool.  Learn more here. Welcome to In Support of Families! This is Emmalou Penrod and today we’re talking about school anxiety. Anxiety is a

I help parents improve their children’s behavior in under 5 minutes a day with one simple tool.  Learn more here. Welcome to In Support of Families! This is Emmalou Penrod. We often hear the expression “best interest of the child”

Welcome to In Support of Families! This is Emmalou Penrod and today we are talking about parents as advocates. An advocate fights for the rights of someone else, typically someone who is not able to speak for themselves, such as

Welcome to In Support of Families! This is Emmalou Penrod and today I want to talk about how teachers can initiate an effective partnership with parents. I taught in the public-school setting for 16 years and I found that most

Learn more about family meetings in my Power Parent class. Does your family hold family meetings?  Family meetings provide a time and format for planning and working together much like a business meeting an employer might hold with his team

Learn more about family structure in my Power Parent class.

What would it be like to raise three sets of twins?  Deborah Finck shares her experience.