Dr. Larry Cohen, author of Playful Parenting joined Laura and Todd to talk about great ways to overcome hurdles with out kids. Roughhousing – Good, Timeouts – Bad. Also, hear about what you can learn from a dog. No more Game Over.

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Laura brought back more than just luggage and Macadamia nuts from Hawaii. She discussed what she learned and how she has utilized that as a parent, allowing her to connect even more with the boys. Todd referred to his big learning this week: “It’s happening for you, not to you.” Simple change, big difference…great show.

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Jacqueline Kramer, author of Buddha Mom joined Todd and Laura to talk about parenting. A practicing Buddhist herself, Jacqueline talked about finding peace in the parenting world. Plus she revealed her website, that is full of resources for parents in every situation: hearthfoundation.net

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Jacqueline Kramer, the author of Buddha Mom, joins Todd & Laura Tues at 11am on Parenting Unplugged Radio. This extraordinary woman also started a non-profit  dedicated to supporting home based spiritual practice through information sharing and community building at hearthfoundation.net

The Fairmont, The Hilton, The Hawaii Island Retreat, the Dolphins, the Turtles, the fun! Yes the Big Island is all that an more. Todd talked about the amazing trip they just enjoyed with their kids and also spoke of travel issues. There is also one resource in this show every parent must hear. It could change the way you react with your family. It already is working for Todd.

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Aunty Audrey pays a visit and what a way to wrap up our 2 week stay in Hawaii. The Big Island is a treasure and Aunty Audrey explains why, plus she gives us a look into the souls of the people that make Hawaii such a wonderful healing place.

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Heather Manley, N.D. stopped in for a visit and we talked about how she has found a way to create fun, interactive workbooks and audio CD’s for kids so they can learn about how their body works. Yes Parents, if you ask nicely, your kids might let you read the books and learn all about this too.

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In-Joy. We pronounce it that way, but do we ever live it that way? Laura and Todd share space and time and knowledge with Jeanne Sunderland, owner of Hawaii Island Retreat on the Big Island, a transformational place where parents can rejoice, rejuvenate and return to a place of peace.

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Todd and Laura talk about Hawaii’s great new Retreat center, Hawaii Island Retreat, an amazing locale for finding peace, joy, renewal of spirit and a sense of connectedness with oneself, with nature and with each other. Simply put, Jeanne Sunderland has created a destination for all parents to experience the true spirit of Hawaii.

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Damn that Portland Weather! With all of the rain and lack of sun, our bodies were pretty upon arrival on the white sandy beaches of Hawaii. As of the morning of Day 2, Laura’s back is Rock Lobster red. I have a couple of spots and as of bed time last night, Connor had the back of his calves a little toasty and Drew was the only one that wasn’t bad, (he napped for 3+ hours).

The boys did love the beach as they chased each other up and down in the water. A woman berated Laura for being on her cell phone (she was actually calling me to tell me to come pick them up). Connor and I saw a turtle swimming close to shore. Connor actually led a group of boys who were swimming after the turtle trying to check it out.

It’s a great start. More to post after Day 2.