The Good Life in Early Life

Nebraska Extension Early Childhood Program Area with Emily Manning, Dr. Holly Hatton, Ingrid Lindal, Erin Kampbell, Linda Reddish, Katie Krause, & LaDonna Werth
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The Good Life in Early Life

Early childhood, ages birth to eight, is the most rapid period of development in a human’s life, which can leave those surrounding a young child sprinting to keep up. Our mission on The Good Life in Early Life podcast is to share the latest happenings in early care and education in Nebraska. We delve into early childhood topics, providing relevant and reliable information to keep you up to date. Each episode features interviews with academic experts, educators, providers, families, or informed community members. The Good Life in Early Life, a production of Nebraska Extension, releases episodes twice a month September through May.

  1. NOV 26

    S2E6: Gratitude- We Only Have This Moment w. Dr. Holly Hatton

    In this timely episode, we discuss the science of gratitude and how being grateful can benefit us personally and professionally. Our guest Dr. Holly Hatton is an associate professor, extension specialist, and program area lead for the Early Childhood team at the University of Nebraska. She highlights that practicing gratitude doesn't mean ignoring challenges we face but reframing them. Dr. Hatton also shares research on how gratitude enhances well-being for early childhood caregivers, children, and families. The following music was used for this media project:   Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende   Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

  2. NOV 12

    S2E5: Smart Start- Balancing Screens & Growing Brains w. Dr. Carrie Clark

    Dr. Carrie Clark joins us in this listener requested episode about screen time. Dr. Clark and host Emily Manning discuss screen time and the impact it has on brain development, emotional regulation, and relationship skills. Dr. Clark also shares strategies for guiding children through the realities of a screen-filled world.  References & Resources Common Sense Media- https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ American Academy of Pediatrics- https://www.aap.org/ Dr. Carrie Clark- https://naecr.unl.edu/people/bios/clarke-carrie.php Up First NPR podcast about impacts of TikTok- https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Tl2QDjorO02B7nMYNwIln?si=o1WgWEabQ5SzmC9zmhQILw The following music was used for this media project:   Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende   Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

  3. OCT 29

    S2E4: Part 2- Sweet Dreams vs. Nightmares w. Linda & Brian Reddish

    We dive deeper into the topic of children’s sleep and nightmares with parents Linda and Brian Reddish, whose child struggled with frequent nightmares over a long period. In this heartfelt conversation, they share insights from their experience and discuss the strategies that ultimately helped their child sleep soundly. Whether you’re looking for practical advice or reassurance, this episode offers a compassionate perspective on supporting children through sleep challenges Resources: Nebraska Family Helpline: 888-866-8660 or https://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Nebraska-Family-Helpline.aspx Nebraska Early Development Network- https://edn.ne.gov/cms/ Read for Resilience- https://child.unl.edu/read4resilience The following music was used for this media project:   Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende   Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license       "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)   Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License   http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

  4. OCT 16

    S2E3: Part 1- Sweet Dreams vs. Nightmares w. Dr. Helen Raikes

    In this episode, we interview Dr. Helen Raikes, a Willa Cather Professor Emeritus at the University of Nebraska about sleep routines and common fears children experience at night. She provides information on how to support adequate sleep for your child and work through overcoming fears at night. The following music was used for this media project:   Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende   Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review   License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license       "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)   Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License   http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

  5. SEP 24

    S2E2: The Childcare Crisis in Nebraska- "We're Ready for Action" w. Claire Wiebe

    In this episode, we interview the campaign manager, Claire Wiebe, for We Care for Kids to learn about the goals and missives of the campaign. We Care for Kids aims to promote quality early childhood education in Nebraska, and, with over 120 community partners, uses various outreach methods to support families and early childhood educators. The campaign highlights the urgent need for increased state investment to address the childcare crisis, which is exacerbated by high costs and a shortage of quality providers. As a special treat, you will hear from Nebraskans about their perspectives on childcare in the the state and creative solutions to the childcare shortage. The following music was used for this media project:  Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende  Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license     "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  We Care for Kids- https://nebraskacaresforkids.org/

  6. SEP 3

    S2E1: The Joys & Challenges of Being a Modern Grandparent w. Dr. Ronnie Green and Jane Green

    Welcome back to The Good Life in Early Life! In this first episode of the second season, host Emily Manning interviews former University of Nebraska Chancellor Dr. Ronnie Green and his wife Jane Green about their experience as grandparents. In this special conversation, the Greens discuss the struggles and joys of modern grandparenting while instilling important family values in the next generation. Reference: The Grand Plan: Planning Tips for Sharing Child Care Between Generations • ZERO TO THREE (archive.org) Other research about grandparents- Becoming a First‐Time Grandparent and Subjective Well‐Being: A Fixed Effects Approach Sheppard, Paula ; Monden, Christiaan Grandparenthood: Factors Influencing Frequency of Grandparent–Grandchildren Contact and Grandparent Role Satisfaction Reitzes, Donald C. ; Mutran, Elizabeth J. Family Well-being in Grandparent- Versus Parent-Headed Households Rapoport, Eli ; Muthiah, Nallammai ; Keim, Sarah A. ; Adesman, Andrew The following music was used for this media project:  Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende  Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/2962-afterparty-review  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license     "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

  7. JUN 14

    Bonus Episode: Fatherhood- It's the Highlight of Everything w. Troy Branch & Calvin DeVries

    This bonus episode features two Nebraska fathers: Troy Branch and Calvin DeVries. The conversation focuses on parenting experiences and their perception of modern fatherhood. Troy and Calvin emphasize the importance of being present for their children and communicating effectively with them. They also spoke about challenges like balancing work, family time, and kids' activities; and navigating age-appropriate technology use. Research referenced in this episode: https://www.apa.org/pi/families/resources/changing-father https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/06/15/key-facts-about-dads-in-the-us/ https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2023/01/24/parenting-in-america-today/ Podcast Season Survey: The following music was used for this media project:  Music: Afterparty Review by Sascha Ende  License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license     "Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  https://go.unl.edu/gliel_season-1-survey

  8. MAY 28

    S1E20: Having FUN with Transitions, Schedules, and Routines w. Katie Zabel

    In the final episode of the season, host Emily Manning interviews Katie Zabel about strategies to support young children through daily transitions and the shift from school to summer. Katie and Emily discuss the importance of routines, predictability, and support in easing these transitions for children, as well as the emotions and behaviors that may emerge in children during these times.

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Early childhood, ages birth to eight, is the most rapid period of development in a human’s life, which can leave those surrounding a young child sprinting to keep up. Our mission on The Good Life in Early Life podcast is to share the latest happenings in early care and education in Nebraska. We delve into early childhood topics, providing relevant and reliable information to keep you up to date. Each episode features interviews with academic experts, educators, providers, families, or informed community members. The Good Life in Early Life, a production of Nebraska Extension, releases episodes twice a month September through May.

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  • Creator
    Nebraska Extension Early Childhood Program Area with Emily Manning, Dr. Holly Hatton, Ingrid Lindal, Erin Kampbell, Linda Reddish, Katie Krause, & LaDonna Werth
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Good Life in Early Life

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