Home › Resources

Parenting in Action TV Show

Parenting in Action (PIA) is a new TV program for families in Boston with children ages 0-5. 
 
You can watch the show on BNN (Comcast channel 9 or RCN channel 15) at 8 PM Thursdays and again at 9 AM Saturdays.  PIA airs in English on the first and third week of each month and in Spanish (as Padres En Acción  ) on the second and fourth week of each month.
 
Get tips on great resources in Boston for families and hear from real parents and other experts on topics and questions that matter to you! 
 
You can become a Facebook fan of PIA by searching "Parenting in Action."
  
Episodes
 
Episode 14: "Raising Children With Special Needs, Part Two: Understanding Autism"
Hear from the author of "Quirky Kids" about autism spectrum disorders.  Lots of information for families and childcare providers!

 
Episode 13: "Raising Children With Special Needs, Part One: When Is It Time To Get Help?"
Learn how to know when your child might need resources and how to find the help you need.

Episodio 13: Criando A Un Niño Con Necesidades Especiales, Parte Uno: ¿Cuándo es tiempo de pedir ayuda?
 
Episode 12: "Raising Children With Asthma"
Help your child manage asthma and live life to the fullest!

Asthma home visits: Healthy Homes Program, Boston Public Health Commission 617-534-5395; Boston Asthma Initiative 617-971-0863
Housing code violations, such as pests & mold: Boston Inspectional Services Dept, 617-635-5322
Asthma education workshops for parents and staff of daycares, schools, community groups: Children’s Hospital Boston Community Asthma Programs, 617-919-3069
 
Episodio 12: Criando a los Niños con Asma
 
Episode 11: "Lessons Learned"
 Highlights from PIA's first six months of information and resources for Boston's parents!

 Episodio 11:  Lecciones Aprendidas
 
 Episode 10: "Summer Safety and Summer Fun"
Get the facts on sunscreen, helmets, swimming, and where to find the fun this summer!

  • Full Episode
  • TIP OF THE WEEK: Mayor's Health Line (La Línea de Salud del Alcalde) at 1-800-847-0710

Episodio 10: Seguridad y Diversión durante el Verano
 
Episode 9: "Parenting on a Budget"
Making ends meet when money is tight starts with changes in how we approach our finances.  Learn more on where to begin!

Episodio 9: Siendo Padres Cuando Hay Bajo Presupuesto
 
Episode 8: "Changes & Challenges, Part 2: Parenting Through A Crisis"
Learn about resources and strategies for helping your child make it through the toughest challenges, such as unemployment, violence, or divorce.

Episodio 8: Cambios y Desafíos, Parte 2 - Crianza Durante un Crisis
 
Episode 7: "Changes & Challenges, Part 1: Transitions" 
Get tips on how to help your child move from the front door to childcare or the park and back without the whining! 

Episodio 7:  Cambios y Desafíos, Parte 1 - Las transiciones
 
Episode 6: "Crying, Tantrums, & Tears, Oh My!  Part 2: Difficult Toddler Behaviors"
See a Family Educator model how she handles a three year-old in meltdown mode! 

Episodio 6: El llanto, los berrinches y las lágrimas: ¿Qué voy hacer? Parte 2 - como manejar comportamientos comunes 

Episode 5: "Crying, Tantrums, & Tears, Oh My!  Part 1: Sleeping Through the Night"  
Get tips on handling bedtime routines, night wakings, "crying it out," and the toddler who shows up in your bed every night!

Episodio 5: El llanto, los berrinches y las lágrimas: ¿Qué voy hacer? Parte 1 - dormir toda la noche.  

Episode 4: "Sleep: Helping Your Kids Get Some So You Can Too!"
Meet a Dorchester mom whose kids struggle with sleep and hear a pediatrician's advice for her and all parents. 

Episodio 4: Sueño: Cómo ayudar a sus hijos para que usted tambien pueda dormir 
  
Episode 3: "Building Learning Into Everyday Life" 
Learn about FREE playgroups in your community and watch Laurie learn to make instruments out of recyclables! 

Episodio 3: Aprendizaje en su Vida Cotidiana 
 
Episode 2: "Taking Care of Ourselves So That We Can Take Care of Our Children" 
Hear from a single mom who also cares for elderly parents about how she takes time for herself and why it's good for her family!

Episodio 2: Cuidándonos para mejor cuidar de nuestros niños  
 
Episode 1: "What is Parenting in Action?" 
Real Boston parents answer "The Million Dollar Question," sharing the lessons they've learned on their journeys with their children. 

Episodio 1: ¿Qué es Padres en Acción?