The New School Year: A Discussion With Parenting expert Polly Palumbo, Ph.D

Hosted virtually the 26th of August, 2020

Join parenting expert, Polly Palumbo, Ph.D. as she shares her psychological insights and practical advice on parenting through the pandemic. She’ll explore the upsides of downtime, uncertainty and disruptive schedules. Come learn how to embrace a healthy mindset about stress, anxiety and discomfort (hint: they’re not so bad). Share your experiences as Polly untangles social media, remote learning and other challenges for keeping kids healthy and emotionally strong this Fall.

Come away with a new mindset towards unpleasant or uncomfortable emotions. A new appreciation for the valuable life skills and coping skills you are modeling and instilling in your family. Tips for managing sleep, schedules, boredom, social distancing from friends, and other issue in your home. Come away with a list of the best parenting resources - websites, organizations, articles, books.

A mental health consultant, Polly founded Momma Data in 2006 to educate and coach parents and professionals on child health and well-being. A former research psychologist, she is passionate about sharing the wealth of psychological discoveries that help children thrive. Known for blending the latest science with practical insights and a dose of humor, Polly works with non-profits, businesses, schools and parents to nurture emotional health and wellness in homes and communities. Her mission is to promote an informed, positive mindset towards mental health and well-being. A mother of three teens, with a husband, and endless parenting articles and books to conquer in between screen time, meal time, bed time, etc. she understands well the challenges of modern parenting.