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Aug 2019
15m 31s

Special Time

MICHELLE KENNEY, M. ED
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Join Michelle and Gemma to explore one of their favorite tools to connect with your children: special time. Learn how to manage off track behaviors in 20 minutes a day. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Click here for the special time guide!  Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains ... Show More
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