July 15, 2007: Vietnamese American 2nd Generation Perspectives on Community & Cultural Identity, Part II of II

July 08, 2007: Vietnamese American 2nd Generation Perspectives on Community & Cultural Identity, Part I of II

July 01, 2007: Gender Roles & Sexual Identities Part II of II - Join us this week with Dr. Phuong Thuy Le, MD, Minh Ta, LSW & Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW as we discuss Gender Roles & Sexual Identity and answer questions & concerns from parents about what is normal or abnormal male or female behavior.

June 24, 2007: Gender Roles & Sexual Identities Part I of II - Join us this week with Dr. Phuong Thuy Le, MD, Minh Ta, LSW & Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW as we discuss Gender Roles & Sexual Identity and answer questions & concerns from parents about what is normal or abnormal male or female behavior.

June 17, 2007: Father's Day Special - Join us in celebration of Father's Day as we share heartfelt stories and memories of our fathers

June 10, 2007: Vietnamese American Family Empowerment Forum Reflection - Join us as we reflect on the 1st Annual Vietnamese American Forum: Families Today and Tomorrow and thank everyone who made it possible

June 3, 2007: Nail Salon & Personal Care Products and Health Affect on Women and Children: Join us with Trang Nguyen from Asian Communities for Reproductive Justice to discuss the health affects of nail salon and personal care products on women and children - What products, chemical or ingredients to look out for? What are the health affects? What are some solutions and alternatives?

May 27, 2007: 1st Vietnamese American Family Empowerment Forum - Join us with Betty Duong to hear about the 1st Annual Vietnamese American Family Empowerment Forum: Gia Dinh Hom Nay va Ngay Mai (Families Today & Tomorrow) held on Saturday, June 2, 2007 at Yerba Buena High School

May 20, 2007: What is Affection & Why is it important? (Part III) - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist) and Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW to continue our discussion on the importance of affection in the first five years - What is affection? Why is it important? What are different ways we show affection to children? How do we communicate? How do we let them know they are loved and supported? How do we teach children about affection, love, and relationships?

May 13, 2007: What is Affection & Why is it important? (Part II) - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist) and Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW to continue our discussion on the importance of affection in the first five years - What is affection? Why is it important? What are different ways we show affection to children? How do we communicate? How do we let them know they are loved and supported? How do we teach children about affection, love, and relationships?

May 6, 2007: What is Affection & Why is it important? (Part I) - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist) and Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW to discuss the importance of affection in the first five years - What is affection? Why is it important? What are different ways we show affection to children? How do we communicate? How do we let them know they are loved and supported?

April 29, 2007: Mental & Emotional Health in the First 5 Years (Part II) - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW to discuss mental & emotional development in the first 5 years (replay)

April 22, 2007: Mental & Emotional Health in the First 5 Years (Part I) - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and Minh Tuan Nguyen, MSW to discuss mental & emotional development in the first 5 years (replay)

April 15, 2007: CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM OF SAN JOSE presents CHILDREN OF DRAGON: VIETNAMESE HERITAGE CELEBRATION - Join us with Quinn (Quynh Hoa) Tran, Board of Director from Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose (CDM) to hear about exciting and fun exhibits at CDM and the Children of the Dragon: Vietnamese Heritage Celebration held April 21-22, 2007

April 8, 2007: What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?: Join us with Van Le, MA from Mekong Community Center & Minh Ta, LSW to discuss ADHD: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - What is ADHD? What are the Symptoms? ADHD Diagnosis? What are the treatment options?

April 1, 2007: QUIT FOR OUR KIDS - TOBACCO'S HARMFUL AFFECTS ON CHILDREN - Join us with Elise (Yen) Nguyen from Asian American Recovery Services to discuss the health affects of Tobacco use, second hand smoke and influences on children and more

March 25, 2007 : Understanding Learning Disabilities & Mental Disorders - Join us with Van Le, MA from Mekong Community Center to discuss differences between learning disabilities and mental disorders & how to identify them in the early years

March 18, 2007: Early Literacy: Reading & Storytelling - Join us with Candice (Thuy) Tran, a librarian at San Jose Public Library, Tully Community Branch as we discuss the importance of reading & storytelling and the affects on child development

March 11, 2007: Discipline Techniques & rewarding Children - A discussion with Anh Kim Tran, an Early Childhood Education Specialist about discipline techniques and rewarding children

March 4, 2007: What is Unstrcutured Play? - A discussion with Anh Kim Tran, an Early Childhood Education Specialist about "Unstructured Play" and its importance in a child's development in the first five years

February 25, 2007: Teaching Children about Money - Join us with Dr. Thuy Le, MD, Minh Ta, LSW and Tuan Dinh Tran, LCSW as we discuss ways to teach children about money. We will discuss the Lunar New Year (Tet) tradition of giving & receiving Li Xi (Lunar New Year Money in Red Envelopes), what we teach children about spending habits and more

February 18, 2007:   HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR! - Join us to celebrate the year of the pig and share thoughts & memories of how we celebrate Tet (Lunar New Year)

February 11, 2007:   Cultural Preservations through Traditions - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le, MD, Minh Ta, LSW & Tuan Dinh Tran, LCSW on the importance of cultural traditions and its affects on a child’s self confidence and cultural identity, specifically looking at Tet (Lunar New Year) traditions

February 04, 2007:   Cultural Preservations through Language - Discussion on the importance and significance of retaining Vietnamese culture & heritage through language

January 28, 2007:   Head Lice: Myths, Facts & Treatments

January 21, 2007:   Healthy Mother, Healthy Baby - Discussion with Dr. DanAnh Nguyen (OB GYN), and Dr. PhuongThuy Le, MD (Psychiatrist) about the effects of drugs, alcohol and smoking on the fetus, and how the mother's mental health is of great importance to the baby's health (replay).

January 14, 2007:   Healthy Pregnancy - Discussion with Dr. DanAnh Nguyen, MD. (OB GYN), and Dr. PhuongThuy Le, MD (Psychiatrist) about diet and nutrition, western medicine vs. herbal medicine, some of the DOs and DONTs to ensure a healthy pregnancy (replay).

January 07, 2007:   Children Health Initiatives sponsored by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County  -- discussion with Thong Le, staff of FIRST 5 Santa Clara County (replay due to request from listeners in response to rounds of layoffs that took place at the end of 2006).

December 31, 2006:   Santa Clause and the importance of faith and trust on young children's overall development  -- Dr. Thuy Le, Mssrs Minh Ta, LCSW, Tuan Dinh Tran, LCSW, and MinhTuan Nguyen, CSW in an interesting discussion on the impact of Santa Clause and other legendary stories.

December 24, 2006:   Santa Clause and the importance of faith and trust on young children's overall development  -- Dr. Thuy Le, Mssrs Minh Ta, LCSW, Tuan Dinh Tran, LCSW, and MinhTuan Nguyen, CSW in an interesting discussion on the impact of Santa Clause and other legendary stories.

December 17, 2006:   Caring for young children during holiday family gatherings  -- discussions with Dr. Thuy Le, M.D and Minh Ta, LCSW on the typical DO's and DONT's at Vietnamese family gatherings.

December 10, 2006:   Families and traditions: what and how young children can learn from these experience  -- discussions with Dr. Thuy Le, M.D. and Minh Ta, LCSW on the impact of traditions and family gatherings on young children's learning and development.

December 03, 2006:   Children Health Initiatives sponsored by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County  -- discussion with Thong Le, FIRST 5 specialist on various health insurance available to children in Santa Clara county.

November 26, 2006:   Story time and poetry with the children Khoi Le, Minh Nguyen Vuong and Tuyen Nhi  -- "The little Red Riding Hood" and Vietnamese folk poems.

November 19, 2006:   Caring for young children at large family gatherings during the holiday season: Discussion with Ms . Anh Kim Tran, Early Childhood Educator, on how to help young children (and parents) enjoy and cope with large family gatherings.

November 12, 2006:   Story time will help children develop their language skills and creativity.  It's also great bonding time with parents: Story time by Khoi Le and Minh Nguyen Vuong.

November 5, 2006:   Getting ready for school -- What skills your children need when they enter Kindergarten, and how to help them gain those critical skills: Ms. Anh Kim Tran, Early Childhood Educator, responding to questions received from listeners on school readiness.

October 29, 2006:  Q&A on Nutrition and Food Alleriges:  a discussion with Ms. Anh Tran, Early Childhood Educator, on questions raised by listeners.

October 22, 2006: The Art of Feeding children:   how to make nutritious meals look fun and inviting A discussion with Ms. Phuong My Le, a care provider with 15 years of experience on how to get your children to enjoy their food (replay).

October 15, 2006: Nutrition & Eating/Feeding habits - A discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran, an Early Childhood Education Specialist about Nutrition and how to help your children form healthy eating habit (replay).

October 8, 2006: Children Moon Festival: Songs and stories according to Chinese and Vietnamese legends.

October 1, 2006: Children Moon Festival: Songs and stories according to Chinese and Vietnamese legends.

September 24, 2006: Why children love going to the park and doing outdoor activities:  -- from a parent's perspective Discussion with Canh Viet Le, a parent, on how children are attracted to parks and other outdoor activities, and where to take your children to enjoy these services.

September 17, 2006: Getting down on all four: how to really play with your child -- from a parent's perspective. Discussion with Canh Viet Le, a parent, on how to really play with your children and stimulate their brain development.

September 10, 2006: Breakfast: an important part of the daily routine - Live discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran (Early Childhood Education Specialist), Minh Ta, LSW, MinhTuan Nguyen, LSW and Tuan Dinh Tran, MSW Replay - Live session with MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW, Tran Dinh Tuan, LSW, and Minh Ta, LSW.

September 3, 2006: Is my child too active?   Learn about ADHD and how it may impede your child's performance in school Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW.

August 27, 2006:  Is my child developing normally?   signs to watch when your child approaches school age - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW.

August 20, 2006: Building confidence and trust through clear routines and open communication - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW.

August 13, 2006: Mental and Emotional Development in the first years  - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le (Psychiatrist), Van Le, LSW and MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW.

August 6, 2006:  Foundation for Healthy Mental Development begins in the first five years  - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le, D (Psychiatrist) and MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW.

July 30, 2006: Demistifying Mental Health - Discussion with Dr. Thuy Le, MD (Psychiatrist), MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW, and Tuan Dinh Tran, LSW about the nature and causes of Mental Health and cultural views on Mental Health (beginning of Mental Health series).

July 23, 2006: Asian American Recovery Services (AARS) provides CALWorks services to low-income families, including case management for families with children aged 0-5 - Discussion with LienHuong Cao, Elise Nguyen and Michelle Mai from AARS.

July 16, 2006: Quality Early Learning Opportunities (QELO) program, a service sponsored by FIRST 5 - Discussion with Phuong Tran & Kim Vu from QELO/Choice for Children.

July 09, 2006: Training children to sleep through the night   - Live discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran (Early Childhood Education Specialist), Minh Ta, LSW, and Tuan Dinh Tran, LSW.

July 02, 2006: Training children to sleep through the night   - Live discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran (Early Childhood Education Specialist), Minh Ta, LSW, and Tuan Dinh Tran, LSW.

June 25, 2006: Breakfast: an important part of the daily routine  - Live discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran (Early Childhood Education Specialist), Minh Ta, LSW, MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW and Tuan Dinh Tran, LSW.

June 18, 2006: The Morning Drill - how to teach children to dress themselves in the morning - Live discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran (Early Childhood Education Specialist), Minh Ta, LSW, MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW and Tuan Dinh Tran, LSW.

June 11, 2006: No child shall be without health insurance!   - Discussion with Thong Le about various health insurance Initiatives funded by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County (replay of past session - per listeners' request).

June 4, 2006: The Art of Feeding children: how to make nutritious meals look fun and inviting - A discussion with Ms. Phuong My Le, a care provider with 15 years of experience on how to get your children to enjoy their food.

May 28, 2006:  Nutrition & Eating/Feeding habits - A discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran, an Early Childhood Education Specialist about Nutrition and how to help your children form healthy eating habit.

May 21, 2006:  Your child needs YOU! - Discussion with Ms. Anh Kim Tran, an Early Childhood Education Specialist, about the child's development and critical needs in the first 5 years.

May 14, 2006:  Child Development 12 months to 18 months - Discussion with Dr. MongHoa Truong (Pediatrician) about the child's physical, mental and emotional development from 12 months to 18 months.

May 7, 2006:  Child Development 2 months to 12 months - Discussion with Dr. MongHoa Truong (Pediatrician) about the child's physical, mental and emotional development from 2 months to 12 months.

April 30, 2006: Your child in the first 2 months of life  - Discussion with Dr. MongHoa Truong (Pediatrician) about child development in the first 2 months.

April 23, 2006: Child Development through Ages and Stages in the first 5 years - Discussion with Dr. MongHoa Truong (Pediatrician) about ages and stages of development in the first five years, with more detailed discussion on the period from birth to 18 months.

April 16, 2006: Healthy Mother, Healthy Baby - Discussion with Dr. DanAnh Nguyen (OB GYN), and Dr. PhuongThuy Le, MD (Psychiatrist) about the effects of drugs, alcohol and smoking on the fetus, and how the mother's mental health is of great importance to the baby's health.

April 9, 2006: Healthy Pregnancy - Discussion with Dr. DanAnh Nguyen, MD. (OB GYN), and Dr. PhuongThuy Le, MD (Psychiatrist) about diet and nutrition, western medicine vs. herbal medicine, some of the DOs and DONTs to ensure a healthy pregnancy.

April 2, 2006: Health Insurance for All Children - Discussion with Thong Le about various health insurance Initiatives funded by FIRST 5 Santa Clara County.

March 26, 2006: FIRST 5 Santa Clara County - Discussion with Thong Le about FIRST 5, its mission, vision and services.

March 19, 2006: Launch of Nuoi Day Tre Vui Manh radio program -- Discussion about community needs, the vision and mission for this radio program, and the importance of the first 5 years.  Production team:  Quyen Vuong, MBA;  MinhTuan Nguyen, MSW; Minh Ta, MSW; PhuongThuy Le, MD.