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Podcast: Classroom Matters
Episode: Preparing Your Child to Thrive with Dr. Jen Forristal- Author of The Umbrella Effect: Your Guide to Raising Strong, Adaptable Kids in a Stressful World
Description: In this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast join host Kristy Houle as she talks with author and founder of The Umbrella Project about what kids really need as they learn to navigate the ups and downs of life. Dr. Jen Forristal, BSc ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor with a primary focus in pediatric mental health and the founder and CEO of The Umbrella Project, a positive coping curriculum used internationally by thousands of parents, students, and educators. She has worked extensively with schools, researchers, and organizations in protecting the long-term health and performance of children facing u...