Jenny Hanlon
Name: Jenny Hanlon
TCL Contributor: Parenting Expert
Hometown: Stillwater, MN
Website    

Who do you live with: My husband and two children
Where would you like to live: The Oregon coast - Cannon Beach specifically
Your favorite occupation: Teacher
Person you'd like to meet: Maya Angelou
What do you order in a coffee shop: Hot chocolate or a Naked Juice
3 TCL regulars who you'd like to have dinner with: Carla Barnhill and Jodi Livon
Favorite State Fair food: Sweet Martha's cookies
Favorite TCL moment: The segment we talked about my new book - it still doesn't feel real that the book is complete and in readers hands, so to have it on the show was really awesome.
One thing you can't live without: My husband and kids
Dream TCL interview/segment: Anything with Maya Angelou or Michelle Obama
What is your motto? Thank God for today, because we never know what tomorrow will bring.
 

 

Talking to Your Kids About Tragedies  

The tragedy in Boston is flooding your television screens and most likely your kids are asking questions.  Images of tragedies like this are scary for kids and you may not be sure how to address it with your kids.  Twin Cities Live Parenting Expert, Jenny Hanlon, is here with some advice on how to talk to your kids about these type of situations.

Ready to be Home Alone?  

How do you know when your kids are ready to be left home alone?  That is the topic that a lot of homes are discussing right now as parents are figuring out the summer schedule.  For some families, deciding whether the kids are ready to go it alone is an important decision.  That’s why our parenting expert, Jenny Hanlon, developed a Home Alone Class – to help you decide if your kids are ready.