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The Birth to Five Book is the go-to book for childrearing answers, tips, development insights, and money-saving recipes! A powerful help for anyone with an infant, toddler, or preschooler.
Give it to yourself, as a baby shower gift, or to another parent today. Order
The Birth to Five Book now from Brenda. Mail $12 (U.S. only) for each book to:

Brenda Nixon
PO Box 1302
Mt Vernon, OH 43050

Difficult to discipline? Here are 8 ways to make kids mind. On this one-hour CD, Brenda speaks before a live audience revealing effective discipline methods, sharing stories, and answering audience questions. Save time, energy and angst with this CD designed for busy parents on the go. Order now by sending $10 (U.S. only) to Brenda at the above address.
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82% of tots learn to use the toilet between their 2nd & 3rd birthday. Although scientists don't know why, boys are typically slower at toilet training than girls. Discover more plus get the 3 easy steps to toilet teaching success on this CD. Send $10 (U.S. only) for "Finally, No More Diapers!" to Brenda at the above address. You deserve this help.

Brenda's Bio

Award-winning author and speaker Brenda Nixon, M.A. has written or contributed to 30 titles, includingThe Birth to Five Book. Her articles, books, and radio show empower parents around the globe with education and encouragement.
 
A former preschool teacher, certified parent educator, television host and a recognized expert, Brenda is tapped as a resource by media outlets such as Parenting, USAToday Weekend, WebMD, Good HousekeepingMothering magazine, and the syndicated radio program, Family Life Today with Dennis Rainey. Parents rave, “I love how positive she is” and Program planners say, "She engages, educates, and encourages!" Lifetime Entertainment named Brenda "Mom of the Week" in September 2009. 

You can hear her exchanging information with guests every Tuesday morning here on The Parent's Plate, and get Discipline Tips on her blog.

Whether one-on-one consulting, speaking to audiences or training childcare professionals, Brenda delivers insights into child development and gives solutions for living/working with children.

Brenda's home is Ohio with her husband, a mini-doxie, and near her three 20-something kids and one son-in-love. Connect with her anytime on twitter or Linkedin.

Need a Great Speaker?

Want a keynote or workshop
speaker for your parent event?
Need a trainer to
childcare professionals or
those who serve parents?
Brenda Nixon has the
credentials and creativity to
attract and educate audiences!

Ask Brenda about her availability to speak at your next event- speaker2parents at juno.com and visit her blog

Where's Brenda Been?

Brenda has spoken at:

  • MOPS International Convention, MO 

  • H&R Block Parent Day, MO 

  • Sprint World Headquarters, MO

  • Ohio Dream Child Conference, OH 

  • Benton County Parent Empowerment, IA

  • Hearts at Home National Conference, IL 

  • Kansas Parent University, KS 

  • Kansas City First Church of the Nazarene, MO

  • Northwest Iowa Early Education Conference, IA 

  • Michigan Head Start Parent Training, MI

  • Hylen Souders Elementary School, OH

and she'd love to come speak at your event! Email her now - speaker2parents(at)juno.com - about speaking at your next family or parent event.

Brags on Brenda

I recommend Brenda Nixon as your next event speaker. I've known and worked with Brenda for four years...Brenda has spoken to various groups throughout our county and state and always is well received, leaving her audiences wanting more. I have confidence in her ability to serve your program needs as well.  ~ Extension Educator, Ohio State University

Truly the highlight of our Parent Expo this weekend ... such a class act!  ~ NBC/TV26 Green Bay, WI

If you're looking for a skilled, personable speaker on child development or parenting issues for your school programs, we recommend Brenda Nixon.  ~ Souders Elementary School, Galena, OH

Brenda's Best Topics


To Early Childhood Parents/Providers ~

   Toilet Teaching Success - 3 Easy Steps

   Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten?

   Raising a Bookworm
   Creative Discipline


To Parents of kids any age ~

    Understand Your Child's Temperament
    Boost Your Child's School Success

 

To Parents of Teens ~  

    It’s a Brain Thing! - improve relationship

 

Email Brenda now - speaker2parents(at)juno.com - for details or to request a topic designed for your event.