Behaviorally Speaking Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:45:03 -0400 http://www.rethinkbenefits.com en-us © 2026 Behaviorally Speaking yes d451487c-87d4-5ab9-888d-02eceebbcacd RethinkCare episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Parenting, Child, Children, Teen, Behavior, Autism, Disability, BCBA, ABA, Parent, Teenager, Tips RethinkCare https://storage.buzzsprout.com/2666juhp3hmmzuc0n7feqhaq5pwq?.jpg Behaviorally Speaking http://www.rethinkbenefits.com Family Values: What They Are, How to Teach Team, and What Happens When We Don’t Agree Family Values: What They Are, How to Teach Team, and What Happens When We Don’t Agree On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Adrienne, who talks about the ins and outs of family values. They dive into what they are, why they’re important, how to teach them to your kids, and what to do when values change or conflict with one another.

 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
 

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Adrienne, who talks about the ins and outs of family values. They dive into what they are, why they’re important, how to teach them to your kids, and what to do when values change or conflict with one another.

 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
 

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-19396120 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 2635 1 72 full false Navigating the Sandwich Generation Navigating the Sandwich Generation On this episode, Angela and Kristin uncover the sandwich generation concept. They talk about what this generation is, important statistics, the challenges that this group faces, and tips to help make this juggling experience more manageable and feel more balanced.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin uncover the sandwich generation concept. They talk about what this generation is, important statistics, the challenges that this group faces, and tips to help make this juggling experience more manageable and feel more balanced.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-19207719 Fri, 22 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 2227 1 71 full false Navigating Bedtime Struggles 2.0 Navigating Bedtime Struggles 2.0 On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into the foundations of sleep and bedtime struggles, not just listing out strategies you can search on the internet. They provide guidance on assessing the real problem parents are trying to solve, setting up an environment conducive to better sleep routines, and truly committing to making the changes that lead to fewer nighttime struggles. They remind parents that as the adults, we have incredible influence on the direction of our kids’ bedtime and sleep habits.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into the foundations of sleep and bedtime struggles, not just listing out strategies you can search on the internet. They provide guidance on assessing the real problem parents are trying to solve, setting up an environment conducive to better sleep routines, and truly committing to making the changes that lead to fewer nighttime struggles. They remind parents that as the adults, we have incredible influence on the direction of our kids’ bedtime and sleep habits.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-19028324 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1993 1 70 full false Supporting Kids Through Difficult Current Events in the News Supporting Kids Through Difficult Current Events in the News On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about supporting kids when viewing difficult current events in the news. They dive into 5 tips to help parents support their kids’ wellbeing and emotional health, in age-appropriate ways, while still leaning in to being informed about the world.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about supporting kids when viewing difficult current events in the news. They dive into 5 tips to help parents support their kids’ wellbeing and emotional health, in age-appropriate ways, while still leaning in to being informed about the world.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18845671 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400 2071 1 69 full false Raising Bilingual Kids Raising Bilingual Kids On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Jess, to talk all about bilingualism and kids. Jess will answer questions about how to get started nurturing multiple languages, the different approaches to bilingualism, and dispel common myths.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Jess, to talk all about bilingualism and kids. Jess will answer questions about how to get started nurturing multiple languages, the different approaches to bilingualism, and dispel common myths.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18714202 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2962 1 68 full false Kids and AI: The Good, The Bad, and Where Parents Fit In Kids and AI: The Good, The Bad, and Where Parents Fit In On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with their colleagues, Brad (senior data scientist at RethinkFirst) and Dusty (head of AI at RethinkFirst). They go over what AI is, the exciting parts, the risky and scary parts, and how parents can help their kids and teens use AI responsibly.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with their colleagues, Brad (senior data scientist at RethinkFirst) and Dusty (head of AI at RethinkFirst). They go over what AI is, the exciting parts, the risky and scary parts, and how parents can help their kids and teens use AI responsibly.
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18612508 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500 2706 1 67 full false What’s up with Youth Sports?! What’s up with Youth Sports?! On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to modern youth sports. They also discuss how parents can make the best decision for not only their child but whole family when it comes to this hot topic. 
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to modern youth sports. They also discuss how parents can make the best decision for not only their child but whole family when it comes to this hot topic. 
 
Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18379482 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500 3652 full false Sportsmanship: What is it and how do we foster it across the ages? Sportsmanship: What is it and how do we foster it across the ages? On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things sportsmanship. They talk about what it looks like at various stages of development and how parents can teach the related social and emotional skills that will serve kids well, both on and off the field.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things sportsmanship. They talk about what it looks like at various stages of development and how parents can teach the related social and emotional skills that will serve kids well, both on and off the field.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18286507 Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2971 1 65 full false A Parent's Guide to Selective Mutism A Parent's Guide to Selective Mutism On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by their colleague, Louis, to dive into the topic of selective mutism. They talk about how it differs from shyness and social anxiety, where it comes from, how it shows up, and what parents can do to support their kids. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by their colleague, Louis, to dive into the topic of selective mutism. They talk about how it differs from shyness and social anxiety, where it comes from, how it shows up, and what parents can do to support their kids. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-18064407 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3007 1 64 full false Imposter Syndrome for Parents- It’s a Real Thing! Imposter Syndrome for Parents- It’s a Real Thing! On this episode, Angela and Kristin explore the phenomenon of parental imposter syndrome. They look at where it comes from, how it shows up for parents, and ways to address it with compassion.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin explore the phenomenon of parental imposter syndrome. They look at where it comes from, how it shows up for parents, and ways to address it with compassion.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17923424 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2515 full false Child and Teen Mental Health: What Are We Seeing Today? Child and Teen Mental Health: What Are We Seeing Today? On this episode, Angela and Kristin chat with psychologist Dr. JJ Ferrito about what’s going on today in the world of child and teen mental health. JJ discusses what we’re seeing in research as well as his own practice in schools and with families, from relationships with screens, the benefits of allowing our children to take risks, tips for fostering strong mental health, and much more. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin chat with psychologist Dr. JJ Ferrito about what’s going on today in the world of child and teen mental health. JJ discusses what we’re seeing in research as well as his own practice in schools and with families, from relationships with screens, the benefits of allowing our children to take risks, tips for fostering strong mental health, and much more. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17744516 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400 3373 1 62 full false Adventures in Middle School - How Parents and Tweens Can Effectively Prepare Adventures in Middle School - How Parents and Tweens Can Effectively Prepare On this episode, Angela and Kristin share tips to prepare for what is often referred to as one of the most notorious periods in a person’s life, middle school. They talk about what both tweens and their parents can do to get ready for the many experiences that come with being an 11- to 14-year-old at school.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin share tips to prepare for what is often referred to as one of the most notorious periods in a person’s life, middle school. They talk about what both tweens and their parents can do to get ready for the many experiences that come with being an 11- to 14-year-old at school.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17557345 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 3089 full false Making the Most of Summer Break Making the Most of Summer Break On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things summer. They talk about ways to teach skills, boost independence, blast summer boredom, and infuse fun into those hot summer days.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things summer. They talk about ways to teach skills, boost independence, blast summer boredom, and infuse fun into those hot summer days.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17292401 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0400 2466 1 60 full false What happens when you get your own diagnosis? What happens when you get your own diagnosis? On this episode, Angela and Kristin bring back our guest, Danielle, for part 2 of the diagnosis discussion. This time, they talk about pursuing a diagnosis for yourself, what that process means as an adult, what comes next, and how it can impact your parenting.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin bring back our guest, Danielle, for part 2 of the diagnosis discussion. This time, they talk about pursuing a diagnosis for yourself, what that process means as an adult, what comes next, and how it can impact your parenting.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17247867 Thu, 29 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2164 1 59 full false Navigating a New Journey - Your Child’s Diagnosis Navigating a New Journey - Your Child’s Diagnosis On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Danielle, to discuss getting a new diagnosis for a child. They talk about why parents might seek a diagnosis, how they approach sharing this new information with their child and others, what comes next, and managing the many emotions that often come with this experience.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Danielle, to discuss getting a new diagnosis for a child. They talk about why parents might seek a diagnosis, how they approach sharing this new information with their child and others, what comes next, and managing the many emotions that often come with this experience.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-17089042 Fri, 02 May 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2527 1 58 full false Managing the “It’s Not Fair” Arguments Among Siblings Managing the “It’s Not Fair” Arguments Among Siblings On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk fairness concepts at home. They discuss how parents can move away from inadvertently promoting sibling score keeping and instead, parenting in a more equitable/individualized way.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk fairness concepts at home. They discuss how parents can move away from inadvertently promoting sibling score keeping and instead, parenting in a more equitable/individualized way.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-16876508 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2171 1 57 full false Preparing Our Kids for College Preparing Our Kids for College On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with a guest, Kimbyr, about preparing kids for college. They discuss critical skills college students need to thrive, surprises parents wish they knew before their kids entered college, considerations for students with disabilities, and more.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with a guest, Kimbyr, about preparing kids for college. They discuss critical skills college students need to thrive, surprises parents wish they knew before their kids entered college, considerations for students with disabilities, and more.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-16709794 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2915 1 56 full false Working Through Kids’ Perfectionism Working Through Kids’ Perfectionism On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about perfectionism in kids and teens. They discuss what perfectionism is, where it comes from, its impacts, and how to support kids when it gets in the way.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about perfectionism in kids and teens. They discuss what perfectionism is, where it comes from, its impacts, and how to support kids when it gets in the way.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-16507255 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 2265 1 55 full false Promoting independence in kids and teens Promoting independence in kids and teens On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about promoting independence in kids and teens. They discuss how parents can model, teach, and reinforce the integration of independence into everyday activities.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about promoting independence in kids and teens. They discuss how parents can model, teach, and reinforce the integration of independence into everyday activities.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-16334053 Thu, 26 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500 2161 1 54 full false Raising Good Allies Raising Good Allies On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the concept of allyship. They discuss how parents can proactively teach being a good ally not only by talking about it but modeling it, educating themselves, engaging in self-awareness, role playing, and much more. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the concept of allyship. They discuss how parents can proactively teach being a good ally not only by talking about it but modeling it, educating themselves, engaging in self-awareness, role playing, and much more. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-16182106 Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 2206 1 53 full false What Parents Need to Know About ODD and PDA What Parents Need to Know About ODD and PDA On this episode, Angela and Kristin take a deep dive into oppositional defiant disorder and pathological demand avoidance. They will discuss the common symptoms, risk factors, co-morbidities, prevalence, and strategies to support both the child and their families.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin take a deep dive into oppositional defiant disorder and pathological demand avoidance. They will discuss the common symptoms, risk factors, co-morbidities, prevalence, and strategies to support both the child and their families.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-15815079 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0400 3719 1 52 full false Encouraging Kids to Help Out At Home Encouraging Kids to Help Out At Home On this episode, Angela and Kristin review ways to promote kids’ helpfulness at home. They suggest tips to create a culture of helpfulness, troubleshoot when challenges arise, and discuss popular topics like chores and allowance.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin review ways to promote kids’ helpfulness at home. They suggest tips to create a culture of helpfulness, troubleshoot when challenges arise, and discuss popular topics like chores and allowance.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-15628387 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2820 1 51 full false Navigating the World of Potty Training Navigating the World of Potty Training On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk all things potty training. They dive into the developmental milestones and readiness signs, preparation, and strategies to help set parents and their kids up for success. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk all things potty training. They dive into the developmental milestones and readiness signs, preparation, and strategies to help set parents and their kids up for success. 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-15496232 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2993 1 50 full false Supporting The Uniqueness of Twice Exceptional Children Supporting The Uniqueness of Twice Exceptional Children On this episode, Angela and Kristin introduce a lesser-known cohort of kids, those who are both gifted and have a learning challenge or developmental disability. They talk about the experiences of “2E” kids, their families, and tips for supporting them at home and school.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin introduce a lesser-known cohort of kids, those who are both gifted and have a learning challenge or developmental disability. They talk about the experiences of “2E” kids, their families, and tips for supporting them at home and school.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-15358324 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2499 1 49 full false Helping Kids and Teens Build Healthy Relationships Helping Kids and Teens Build Healthy Relationships On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite special guest, Jen Wilkens back to talk about helping kids and teens build healthy relationships. They dive into the social foundations, common discussion topics and behaviors to practice, and troubleshoot what to do when kids find themselves in relationships that don’t serve them well.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite special guest, Jen Wilkens back to talk about helping kids and teens build healthy relationships. They dive into the social foundations, common discussion topics and behaviors to practice, and troubleshoot what to do when kids find themselves in relationships that don’t serve them well.

 

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-15135002 Sun, 26 May 2024 18:00:00 -0400 2477 full false Transitioning Out of the Home: Essential Skills Both Kids AND Their Parents Should Know Transitioning Out of the Home: Essential Skills Both Kids AND Their Parents Should Know On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about that exciting but sometimes scary time of transitioning out of the family home. They share essential skills parents should consider teaching their kids now, before the transition, as well as ways for them to cope with the upcoming changes themselves.

 Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about that exciting but sometimes scary time of transitioning out of the family home. They share essential skills parents should consider teaching their kids now, before the transition, as well as ways for them to cope with the upcoming changes themselves.

 Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14932923 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2615 1 47 full false How to Talk to Your Child About Puberty How to Talk to Your Child About Puberty On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk all things puberty! They dive into tips for broaching the topic, fielding those unexpected questions, and reasons why puberty discussions at home are so important for kids’ development.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk all things puberty! They dive into tips for broaching the topic, fielding those unexpected questions, and reasons why puberty discussions at home are so important for kids’ development.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14688287 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400 1777 1 46 full false Talking With Your Child About Their Disability Talking With Your Child About Their Disability On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss talking to your child about their disability. They dive into the when, why, and how of navigating these important and ongoing conversations.

Angela Nelson, Ed.D, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss talking to your child about their disability. They dive into the when, why, and how of navigating these important and ongoing conversations.

Angela Nelson, Ed.D, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14530940 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2401 1 45 full false Creating Harmony with Different Parenting Styles Creating Harmony with Different Parenting Styles On this episode, Angela and Kristin provide an overview of the 4 main parenting styles and discuss pros and cons of each. They dive into strategies to consider if you and your co-parent operate with different parenting styles, and ways to create harmony and collaboration despite those differences.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin provide an overview of the 4 main parenting styles and discuss pros and cons of each. They dive into strategies to consider if you and your co-parent operate with different parenting styles, and ways to create harmony and collaboration despite those differences.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14417847 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 2595 1 44 full false The Ins and Outs of Executive Functioning The Ins and Outs of Executive Functioning On this episode, Angela and Kristin provide an overview of the common executive functioning skills that are important for childhood all the way through adulthood. They explain and give examples of skills such as time management, organization, planning and prioritization, focus and attention, and more.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin provide an overview of the common executive functioning skills that are important for childhood all the way through adulthood. They explain and give examples of skills such as time management, organization, planning and prioritization, focus and attention, and more.

Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14173515 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2967 1 43 full false Top 2023 Questions from our Listeners Top 2023 Questions from our Listeners On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into several questions submitted from their listeners. They answer parents’ questions around creating structure at home, differences in behavior at school vs. with parents, bed wetting, motivation to make friends, teen hygiene, and more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into several questions submitted from their listeners. They answer parents’ questions around creating structure at home, differences in behavior at school vs. with parents, bed wetting, motivation to make friends, teen hygiene, and more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-14016761 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 2621 1 42 full false How Parenting Evolves With a Teenager How Parenting Evolves With a Teenager On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss how teenagers are not the only ones who go through transitions at this time of their lives. As parents, it’s important to evolve and grow as well. Teenage emotions, motivation levels, stress, and responses to their parents’ expectations are just a few of the topics Angela and Kristin dive into.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss how teenagers are not the only ones who go through transitions at this time of their lives. As parents, it’s important to evolve and grow as well. Teenage emotions, motivation levels, stress, and responses to their parents’ expectations are just a few of the topics Angela and Kristin dive into.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-13831236 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2321 1 41 full false Prioritizing parental self-care and work/life balance Prioritizing parental self-care and work/life balance On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the concepts of self-care and work/life balance for parents. They talk about where these concepts came from, their importance, and ways to integrate them into our busy lives.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the concepts of self-care and work/life balance for parents. They talk about where these concepts came from, their importance, and ways to integrate them into our busy lives.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-13618441 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2789 1 40 full true How to Keep Kids Safe How to Keep Kids Safe On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss safety tips for parents. From online behavior and strangers to friends and peer pressure, they talk about collaborating with kids to reduce risks and keep kids and teens safe.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss safety tips for parents. From online behavior and strangers to friends and peer pressure, they talk about collaborating with kids to reduce risks and keep kids and teens safe.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-13448369 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2822 1 39 full false Understanding Neurodiversity Understanding Neurodiversity On this episode, Angela and Kristin bring in their colleague and resident neurodiversity expert, Louis Chesney, to talk all things neurodiversity. They dive into what the term neurodiversity means, its evolution over time, supporting neurodiverse children, and how neurodiversity is promoted in the workplace for when children grow up.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin bring in their colleague and resident neurodiversity expert, Louis Chesney, to talk all things neurodiversity. They dive into what the term neurodiversity means, its evolution over time, supporting neurodiverse children, and how neurodiversity is promoted in the workplace for when children grow up.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-13262976 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2815 1 38 full false How to Address Bullying How to Address Bullying On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the ins and outs of bullying. They break down the different roles kids play in bullying, how to be proactive about it, and what to do when it happens.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the ins and outs of bullying. They break down the different roles kids play in bullying, how to be proactive about it, and what to do when it happens.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-13078464 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400 3213 1 37 full false Teaching Honesty Teaching Honesty On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with their colleague and special guest, Kelly, about the concepts of lying and honesty. They discuss what lying is, how to reduce opportunities for lying, and ways to promote more honesty among our kids.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with their colleague and special guest, Kelly, about the concepts of lying and honesty. They discuss what lying is, how to reduce opportunities for lying, and ways to promote more honesty among our kids.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Buzzsprout-12926351 Sat, 27 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1631 1 36 full false Effective Communication Between Parents and Kids Effective Communication Between Parents and Kids On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the different approaches to communication in families and why this is an important topic to dedicate time to. They share several tips to facilitate more clear and positive communication between parents and their kids.

 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the different approaches to communication in families and why this is an important topic to dedicate time to. They share several tips to facilitate more clear and positive communication between parents and their kids.

 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-12666212 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2473 1 35 full false Stress Management for Kids and Teens Stress Management for Kids and Teens On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about how stress doesn’t just show up in adults but can be felt by kids and teens too. They discuss what stressors are common, what stress looks like at this age, and ways to manage it at home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about how stress doesn’t just show up in adults but can be felt by kids and teens too. They discuss what stressors are common, what stress looks like at this age, and ways to manage it at home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-12533443 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0400 2632 1 34 full false Navigating Special Education Navigating Special Education On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by two guests, Jen and Maria, fellow behavior analysts and trained special educators. Jen and Maria discuss some of the most requested themes by parents, such as navigating school and medical assessments, asking for supports and resources in school, the best ways for parents to can advocate for their children, and much more!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by two guests, Jen and Maria, fellow behavior analysts and trained special educators. Jen and Maria discuss some of the most requested themes by parents, such as navigating school and medical assessments, asking for supports and resources in school, the best ways for parents to can advocate for their children, and much more!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-12315802 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0500 2768 1 33 full false Emotional Intelligence For Kids Emotional Intelligence For Kids On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about how parents can help their kids build strong emotional intelligence. They will describe the process of social and emotional learning and give tips on using activities to strengthen social and self-awareness, responsible decision-making, relationship building, and self-management.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about how parents can help their kids build strong emotional intelligence. They will describe the process of social and emotional learning and give tips on using activities to strengthen social and self-awareness, responsible decision-making, relationship building, and self-management.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> RethinkCare Buzzsprout-12106530 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3154 1 32 full false Helping Kids Resolve Conflict Helping Kids Resolve Conflict On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the importance of teaching kids conflict resolution skills. They suggest the prerequisite skills, teaching approaches, and a variety of strategies such as active listening, accepting feedback, taking ownership when you’re wrong, making a sincere apology, finding common ground, among others.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the importance of teaching kids conflict resolution skills. They suggest the prerequisite skills, teaching approaches, and a variety of strategies such as active listening, accepting feedback, taking ownership when you’re wrong, making a sincere apology, finding common ground, among others.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11889175 Sat, 17 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2465 1 31 full false Helping Kids Make Friends Helping Kids Make Friends On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite a guest, Pasha Bahsoun, to join and discuss all things friendships. They break down how to support your child to make new friends, when to jump in vs. hang back at playdates or “hang outs,” how to talk with kids about what makes a good friend, and much more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite a guest, Pasha Bahsoun, to join and discuss all things friendships. They break down how to support your child to make new friends, when to jump in vs. hang back at playdates or “hang outs,” how to talk with kids about what makes a good friend, and much more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11755044 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 22:00:00 -0500 2340 1 30 full false Preparing for the Holiday Season Preparing for the Holiday Season On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss setting realistic expectations for the holidays and making the most out of this exciting (and often hectic) time. They give tips for managing stress, capitalizing on teaching skills, setting boundaries with family, remembering healthy habits, being kind to yourself, and more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss setting realistic expectations for the holidays and making the most out of this exciting (and often hectic) time. They give tips for managing stress, capitalizing on teaching skills, setting boundaries with family, remembering healthy habits, being kind to yourself, and more.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11588850 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0400 2079 1 29 full false When Your Sibling Has Support Needs When Your Sibling Has Support Needs On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite guests Mary Grace and Rose to join and discuss their experiences being siblings to young people with support needs. They discuss how their experiences have shaped who they are and give advice to parents on how to balance having children with and without medical or behavioral diagnoses in their home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin invite guests Mary Grace and Rose to join and discuss their experiences being siblings to young people with support needs. They discuss how their experiences have shaped who they are and give advice to parents on how to balance having children with and without medical or behavioral diagnoses in their home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11393528 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2179 1 28 full true Managing Mom Guilt Managing Mom Guilt On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss a topic that flows below the surface for a lot of moms but isn’t talked about enough- “mom guilt.” They highlight what mom guilt is, where it comes from, and how to manage it. From confronting unrealistic expectations, delegating and asking for help, and setting ourselves up for success, there are several ways to work through this uncomfortable feeling that so many moms experience.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss a topic that flows below the surface for a lot of moms but isn’t talked about enough- “mom guilt.” They highlight what mom guilt is, where it comes from, and how to manage it. From confronting unrealistic expectations, delegating and asking for help, and setting ourselves up for success, there are several ways to work through this uncomfortable feeling that so many moms experience.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11210558 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 17:00:00 -0400 3068 1 27 full false Flexible Thinking: An Important Life Skill For Our Kids (and Us Too!) Flexible Thinking: An Important Life Skill For Our Kids (and Us Too!) On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss yet another important skill under the executive functioning umbrella, flexible thinking. They talk about the importance of developing this skill to work with others, keep our cool when it counts, and adapt to new situations- all things that are important now and for the future. From modeling appropriate behavior, creating opportunities to try new things, rewarding flexible thinking, playing logic and strategy games, and more, there are plenty of ways to support your child in this area.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss yet another important skill under the executive functioning umbrella, flexible thinking. They talk about the importance of developing this skill to work with others, keep our cool when it counts, and adapt to new situations- all things that are important now and for the future. From modeling appropriate behavior, creating opportunities to try new things, rewarding flexible thinking, playing logic and strategy games, and more, there are plenty of ways to support your child in this area.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits.  RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-11052469 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2246 1 26 full false Summer Hacks for Moms and Dads Summer Hacks for Moms and Dads On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss some tips and tricks to a productive summer. From keeping chores, routines, and academics going to making a summer bucket list and anti-boredom jars, parents can integrate some new ideas to make sure summer stays on track while still proving to be a fun time for all!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss some tips and tricks to a productive summer. From keeping chores, routines, and academics going to making a summer bucket list and anti-boredom jars, parents can integrate some new ideas to make sure summer stays on track while still proving to be a fun time for all!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-10830336 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2580 1 25 full false Reducing impulsive and risky behavior in kids and teens Reducing impulsive and risky behavior in kids and teens On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss one of the most frustrating of parenting experiences- dealing with kids and teens’ impulsive behaviors. They dive into tips and strategies from those early behaviors, from grabbing and interrupting, to more risky impulsive behaviors such as unsafe driving habits of some teens. From modeling appropriate behavior, reminders of actions and consequences, using positive reinforcement vs. punishment and more, our listeners will come away with some ideas to try out in their homes today.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss one of the most frustrating of parenting experiences- dealing with kids and teens’ impulsive behaviors. They dive into tips and strategies from those early behaviors, from grabbing and interrupting, to more risky impulsive behaviors such as unsafe driving habits of some teens. From modeling appropriate behavior, reminders of actions and consequences, using positive reinforcement vs. punishment and more, our listeners will come away with some ideas to try out in their homes today.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-10678408 Wed, 25 May 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2818 1 24 full false How to Talk To Your Kids About Mental Health How to Talk To Your Kids About Mental Health On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by Dr. Darren Sush, a clinical psychologist and fellow behavior analyst. Darren shares practical tips with parents around broaching the topic of mental health with our kids and teens. He discusses the importance of normalizing these discussions, prioritizing our own mental health, spotting potential concerns, and more. Today, taking care of our mental health is just as important, and intertwined with, our physical health!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by Dr. Darren Sush, a clinical psychologist and fellow behavior analyst. Darren shares practical tips with parents around broaching the topic of mental health with our kids and teens. He discusses the importance of normalizing these discussions, prioritizing our own mental health, spotting potential concerns, and more. Today, taking care of our mental health is just as important, and intertwined with, our physical health!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-10517575 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0400 1981 1 23 full false Juggling Parental Stress: It’s About Awareness Juggling Parental Stress: It’s About Awareness On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by Vicki Westra, the founder of Autism Shifts and mother of a young adult woman with autism. Vicki shares her perspective on parenting stress, how to tackle it by being intentional and aware, and the power of harnessing sources of support. Vicki explains how an acceptance of her daughter has improved her outlook on life and expanded into a career supporting the neurodiversity community with their employment goals. Although not always easy, getting into what Vicki calls “the green zone, ” essentially a happier place with your family, is a goal we think is pretty great!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by Vicki Westra, the founder of Autism Shifts and mother of a young adult woman with autism. Vicki shares her perspective on parenting stress, how to tackle it by being intentional and aware, and the power of harnessing sources of support. Vicki explains how an acceptance of her daughter has improved her outlook on life and expanded into a career supporting the neurodiversity community with their employment goals. Although not always easy, getting into what Vicki calls “the green zone, ” essentially a happier place with your family, is a goal we think is pretty great!

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-10327037 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400 2160 1 22 full false Inclusion: Building a Sense of Belonging Inclusion: Building a Sense of Belonging On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by two guests to discuss the very important topic that families should be talking about - inclusion. Nicole Kelly is a well-known disability speaker and openly shares her lived experiences as a person with a disability. Danny Jordan shares his journey as an author of the award-winning series, The Capables, a TV producer, and a dad raising a toddler with a disability. Together, Angela and Kristin get a chance to ask some deep questions many parents wonder about but don’t know where to get the answers around disability and building inclusivity.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by two guests to discuss the very important topic that families should be talking about - inclusion. Nicole Kelly is a well-known disability speaker and openly shares her lived experiences as a person with a disability. Danny Jordan shares his journey as an author of the award-winning series, The Capables, a TV producer, and a dad raising a toddler with a disability. Together, Angela and Kristin get a chance to ask some deep questions many parents wonder about but don’t know where to get the answers around disability and building inclusivity.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-10156301 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2931 1 21 full false Goal Setting – Keep it S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting – Keep it S.M.A.R.T. On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the importance of helping kids set achievable goals. They walk parents through how to set SMART goals with their kids, when to talk about goal setting, and remembering who’s goal it really is. They share ideas on how to successfully achieve goals through breaking them down, making them visual, and remembering it’s ok to revise them.  They highlight that barriers may pop up and give insights on how to course correct.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the importance of helping kids set achievable goals. They walk parents through how to set SMART goals with their kids, when to talk about goal setting, and remembering who’s goal it really is. They share ideas on how to successfully achieve goals through breaking them down, making them visual, and remembering it’s ok to revise them.  They highlight that barriers may pop up and give insights on how to course correct.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-9974449 Sat, 29 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2130 1 20 full false Let’s Get It Done Let’s Get It Done On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss how to teach time management and prioritization skills to kids and teens. They walk parents through ideas such as the Time Detective (i.e., how much time you think it takes you to get ready for school vs. how much time it actually does), breaking large tasks into more manageable ones to prevent procrastination, and using those handy-dandy visual supports to support organization. They also infuse some variations of tips for different age ranges, including how to start teaching the first stages of time management to toddlers and how to promote independence for teens so they can make it to school on time!

 Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss how to teach time management and prioritization skills to kids and teens. They walk parents through ideas such as the Time Detective (i.e., how much time you think it takes you to get ready for school vs. how much time it actually does), breaking large tasks into more manageable ones to prevent procrastination, and using those handy-dandy visual supports to support organization. They also infuse some variations of tips for different age ranges, including how to start teaching the first stages of time management to toddlers and how to promote independence for teens so they can make it to school on time!

 Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if Whil’s a part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Buzzsprout-9763388 Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0500 2856 1 19 full false Let’s Get Going Let’s Get Going On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about one of those frustrating parenting scenarios that goes something like this: “Jordan, it’s time to start homework….Jordan, you need to start your homework…Jordan, get going on homework!!” Starting tasks, especially those which are non-preferred, can be hard for kids (and parents too). Homework, chores, and many other things we need our kids to do can cause stress for the family. Angela and Kristin talk about what might be causing this “not getting started” behavior and strategies to address it.

 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if it’s part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about one of those frustrating parenting scenarios that goes something like this: “Jordan, it’s time to start homework….Jordan, you need to start your homework…Jordan, get going on homework!!” Starting tasks, especially those which are non-preferred, can be hard for kids (and parents too). Homework, chores, and many other things we need our kids to do can cause stress for the family. Angela and Kristin talk about what might be causing this “not getting started” behavior and strategies to address it.

 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by Whil, A Rethink Division. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if it’s part of your employer-provided benefits.  Whil, A Rethink Division reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Buzzsprout-9607696 Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2800 1 18 full false Let’s talk teens… Let’s talk teens… On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by 3 parents of tweens and teens to discuss all things pertaining to parenting teens. Angela and Kristin ask their guests questions to gain insight on the joys, wins, and challenges with this age group.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by 3 parents of tweens and teens to discuss all things pertaining to parenting teens. Angela and Kristin ask their guests questions to gain insight on the joys, wins, and challenges with this age group.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-9286805 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2160 1 17 full false Resiliency and Growth Mindset: You Got This! Resiliency and Growth Mindset: You Got This! On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about two hot topics in school and parenting- growth mindset and resiliency.  They break down what each concept is and give lots of tips on how to teach these skills to both children and teens.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about two hot topics in school and parenting- growth mindset and resiliency.  They break down what each concept is and give lots of tips on how to teach these skills to both children and teens.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-9099159 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:00:00 -0400 3118 1 16 full false Going back to school: How do we do this again? Going back to school: How do we do this again? On this episode, Angela is joined again by special guest, Jennifer Wilkens, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to talk about the transition back to school.  Angela and Jen will dive into how to prepare kids socially, emotionally, and academically for being back on campus with peers and educators again.  They will also provide reminders to get to know state, local, and school guidelines around Covid-19 safety as well as tips for getting back into those school routines. 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Jen Wilkens, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela is joined again by special guest, Jennifer Wilkens, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to talk about the transition back to school.  Angela and Jen will dive into how to prepare kids socially, emotionally, and academically for being back on campus with peers and educators again.  They will also provide reminders to get to know state, local, and school guidelines around Covid-19 safety as well as tips for getting back into those school routines. 

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Jen Wilkens, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits.  They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.  This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits.  If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit www.rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program.  Not sure if you have access to Rethink?  Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits.  Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-8930114 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:00:00 -0400 2271 1 15 full false Let’s Make It a Habit Let’s Make It a Habit On this episode, Angela is joined by special guest Jennifer Wilkens, a fellow Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to talk about understanding how habits form, developing healthy habits and creating a framework for them. Angela and Jen will discuss some elements of social/emotional learning, including stress management, goal setting and resilience.

You’ll hear ideas for setting goals and creating reward systems for healthy habits and learn how to implement them in your own home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Jennifer Wilkens, MA, SpEd, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> On this episode, Angela is joined by special guest Jennifer Wilkens, a fellow Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to talk about understanding how habits form, developing healthy habits and creating a framework for them. Angela and Jen will discuss some elements of social/emotional learning, including stress management, goal setting and resilience.

You’ll hear ideas for setting goals and creating reward systems for healthy habits and learn how to implement them in your own home.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Jennifer Wilkens, MA, SpEd, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-8609409 Sat, 29 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400 1913 1 14 full false Parenting Siblings: Can’t We Just Get Along? Parenting Siblings: Can’t We Just Get Along? On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about siblings. They cover the all-too-common fighting, addressing what contributes to fighting and when – or if – to draw the line. Their practical, easy-to-implement advice is geared toward helping promote good, strong relationships.

You’ll hear ideas for listening without taking sides, giving siblings the opportunity to resolve their own conflicts and proactively praising positive interactions.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. 

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about siblings. They cover the all-too-common fighting, addressing what contributes to fighting and when – or if – to draw the line. Their practical, easy-to-implement advice is geared toward helping promote good, strong relationships.

You’ll hear ideas for listening without taking sides, giving siblings the opportunity to resolve their own conflicts and proactively praising positive interactions.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. 

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-8406517 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0400 3088 1 13 full false How to Stop Whining: It Starts with Recognition How to Stop Whining: It Starts with Recognition On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the steps to recognize, address and eventually stop whining. They break down behavior strategies you can implement to curb this unwelcome behavior and offer alternatives to support your child in getting their needs met.

From implementing warnings to recognizing how your own behavior might be playing a role, they uncover it all with their step-by-step techniques.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the steps to recognize, address and eventually stop whining. They break down behavior strategies you can implement to curb this unwelcome behavior and offer alternatives to support your child in getting their needs met.

From implementing warnings to recognizing how your own behavior might be playing a role, they uncover it all with their step-by-step techniques.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-8014905 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0500 2410 1 12 full false Taming Tantrums: Uncovering Why They Happen and Strategies for Change Taming Tantrums: Uncovering Why They Happen and Strategies for Change On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the fine art of tantrums, and why your child might be throwing them. They provide expert tips for identifying the cause and age-appropriate strategies for resolutions you can implement at home.

They will walk you through real-life scenarios and help you identify patterns and triggers, so you don’t get stuck in a box trying to solve for the wrong root causes.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> On this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss the fine art of tantrums, and why your child might be throwing them. They provide expert tips for identifying the cause and age-appropriate strategies for resolutions you can implement at home.

They will walk you through real-life scenarios and help you identify patterns and triggers, so you don’t get stuck in a box trying to solve for the wrong root causes.

Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-7517521 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0500 3351 1 11 full false Let’s Pay Attention! Another Lesson in Executive Functioning Let’s Pay Attention! Another Lesson in Executive Functioning Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin aptly turn their focus to paying attention, one of the key executive functioning skills.

Through clinically backed strategies and tips for teaching them, they break down ideas you can implement for your child, whether they are in early childhood, middle school or high school. You’ll hear real-life examples to help you relate to your own unique situations.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin aptly turn their focus to paying attention, one of the key executive functioning skills.

Through clinically backed strategies and tips for teaching them, they break down ideas you can implement for your child, whether they are in early childhood, middle school or high school. You’ll hear real-life examples to help you relate to your own unique situations.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-6980482 Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500 2965 1 10 full false Let’s Get Organized! A Lesson in Executive Functioning Let’s Get Organized! A Lesson in Executive Functioning Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin focus on organization, one of the executive functioning skills we often learn as children.

Their clinically backed tips and tricks will provide insights into helping you assist your child with tasks like being able to clean up after playtime, starting and finishing homework and completing other to-do tasks and lists.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin focus on organization, one of the executive functioning skills we often learn as children.

Their clinically backed tips and tricks will provide insights into helping you assist your child with tasks like being able to clean up after playtime, starting and finishing homework and completing other to-do tasks and lists.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Buzzsprout-6655897 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 3121 1 9 full true Virtual Learning Report Card: Celebrating Successes & Giving Yourself Grace Virtual Learning Report Card: Celebrating Successes & Giving Yourself Grace Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin take a step back to evaluate how virtual school is going – both for them, as parents, and those parents who may still be trying to find successes throughout a still-hectic schedule at the kitchen classroom.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. In this episode, Angela and Kristin take a step back to evaluate how virtual school is going – both for them, as parents, and those parents who may still be trying to find successes throughout a still-hectic schedule at the kitchen classroom.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-5596279 Fri, 25 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 3364 1 8 full false Focus on Education: Parent-Teacher Collaboration During a Pandemic and Beyond Focus on Education: Parent-Teacher Collaboration During a Pandemic and Beyond Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by teachers – and fellow BCBAs – Maria Wilcox, MA, BCBA, and Louise Kennett, MSc, BCBA. They discuss preparing parents for the unusual return to school in 2020 amid the current global pandemic. Maria, a Colorado-based teacher, and Louise, based in the UK, bring their expertise from the classroom to discuss how parents and teachers can work together to provide the best collaboration for children.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by teachers – and fellow BCBAs – Maria Wilcox, MA, BCBA, and Louise Kennett, MSc, BCBA. They discuss preparing parents for the unusual return to school in 2020 amid the current global pandemic. Maria, a Colorado-based teacher, and Louise, based in the UK, bring their expertise from the classroom to discuss how parents and teachers can work together to provide the best collaboration for children.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-5068529 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 17:00:00 -0400 2943 1 7 full false Screen Time, Video Games and Social Media Screen Time, Video Games and Social Media Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss screen time, a topic that a lot of parents have been thinking about in recent months. They talk about the different types of screen time – from television and video games to social media and mobile devices – and the pros and cons of these activities. Through their clinical expertise, they help shine light on strategies that can help parents navigate screen time in a healthy way for their kids.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin discuss screen time, a topic that a lot of parents have been thinking about in recent months. They talk about the different types of screen time – from television and video games to social media and mobile devices – and the pros and cons of these activities. Through their clinical expertise, they help shine light on strategies that can help parents navigate screen time in a healthy way for their kids.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-4672526 Wed, 22 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0400 3252 1 6 full false Addressing Your Child’s Sleep and Eating Issues Addressing Your Child’s Sleep and Eating Issues Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin address two concerns many parents face – issues with childhood sleeping and eating. They explore topics ranging from what to do when your child won’t go to bed to how you can introduce new foods into your child’s limited diet.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin address two concerns many parents face – issues with childhood sleeping and eating. They explore topics ranging from what to do when your child won’t go to bed to how you can introduce new foods into your child’s limited diet.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-4303448 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:00:00 -0400 3500 1 5 full false The Ins and Outs of Anxiety The Ins and Outs of Anxiety Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin are joined by special guest Darren Sush, a licensed psychologist and fellow BCBA. This episode’s conversation surrounds The Ins and Out of Anxiety, a topic especially top-of-mind for parents and caregivers during the Coronavirus pandemic.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin are joined by special guest Darren Sush, a licensed psychologist and fellow BCBA. This episode’s conversation surrounds The Ins and Out of Anxiety, a topic especially top-of-mind for parents and caregivers during the Coronavirus pandemic.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-3467716 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0400 2727 1 4 full false Positive Reinforcement is Your Friend Positive Reinforcement is Your Friend Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin discuss positive reinforcement and the role you can play as a parent. They will guide you through step-by-step instructions to introduce positive reinforcement and tools to evaluate you and your child’s progress.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin discuss positive reinforcement and the role you can play as a parent. They will guide you through step-by-step instructions to introduce positive reinforcement and tools to evaluate you and your child’s progress.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Buzzsprout-3095980 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:00:00 -0400 3296 1 3 full false The Basics of Behavior: The Why and What To Do About It The Basics of Behavior: The Why and What To Do About It Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin break down the basics of behavior. They will explain how to set a baseline and guide you through helpful information to positively change the behavior of your child or loved one. As they explain, behavior may be affecting your relationship with a child or their success at school, socially or with extracurricular activities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin break down the basics of behavior. They will explain how to set a baseline and guide you through helpful information to positively change the behavior of your child or loved one. As they explain, behavior may be affecting your relationship with a child or their success at school, socially or with extracurricular activities.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

]]> Rethink Benefits Buzzsprout-2804860 Fri, 21 Feb 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2953 1 2 full false Staying Consistent as a Parent Staying Consistent as a Parent Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this inaugural episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin share five tips to help you stay consistent with parenting in the coming year. By staying consistent, you empower yourself while establishing credibility with your children. They will help you implement simple strategies like incorporating visual support, developing a routine and being realistic with your own expectations.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this inaugural episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin share five tips to help you stay consistent with parenting in the coming year. By staying consistent, you empower yourself while establishing credibility with your children. They will help you implement simple strategies like incorporating visual support, developing a routine and being realistic with your own expectations.

This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


]]> Behaviorally Speaking Buzzsprout-2508805 Thu, 16 Jan 2020 18:00:00 -0500 2496 parent, parenting, ABA, autism, ADHD, behavior, child, children, issues, tips, advice, selfhelp, kid, kids, challenge, challenges, disability, development, toddler, toddlers 1 1 full false