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Parenting in Difficult Times: Back to Basics with Rick Lavoie

38m · TISConversations · 24 Nov 18:44

Rick Lavoie sheds light on how this pandemic has taken away the natural rituals and rhythms of family life and how this is negatively impacting children. More importantly, solutions to helping children and families regain their balance during these exaggerated times are discussed and highlighted in this podcast.

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