Connected Families Podcast

In today’s episode, Connected Families Co-Founder Jim Jackson interviews Stephen Freeman, a father of five, who shares how Connected Families impacted his parenting approach. Through coaching and practical tools, Stephen learned to see challenging behaviors differently and developed a deeper understanding of both parenting and God as Father. Mentioned in this podcast: Parent Coaching Give the gift of connection this Christmas! Give to Connected Families today. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Stephen Freeman has been married to his wife Caroline for 13 years, and they have 3 biological kids and 2 bonus kids spanning from 15 to 1. They live in Jacksonville, Florida, and have been helped by the Connected Families framework for the last 5 years. Stephen is the founder of Kairos Digital, a marketing agency that helps good organizations do great things, and is a deacon and teacher at Awaken Church. .stk-5c4gb99-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-5c4gb99-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-slwky4s {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-slwky4s .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-twmjdoc .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-twmjdoc .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-twmjdoc .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-wbrc03d {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-wbrc03d .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-1tfgi9j .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1tfgi9j .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-1tfgi9j .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-11zz42s .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-11zz42s .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-11zz42s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-11zz42s .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-11zz42s .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

If you’re not satisfied with what your parenting looks like today, maybe becoming a better mom or dad is more about reframing what you already do than finding new tips and tricks that “work” with your kids. In this episode, Connected Families Co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson discuss the powerful practice of transforming discouraging mental “tapes” into grace-filled, constructive thoughts aligned with biblical truth. The Jacksons share practical examples of common negative thoughts like “This is just too much!” or “I shouldn’t have to deal with this!” and offer redemptive reframes that lead to greater connection with your kids and make room for God’s transforming work in your family. Mentioned in this podcast: The Blessing by John Trent, Gary Smalley, and Kari Trent Stageberg John 10:10 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 15:13 Isaiah 62:2 Ephesians 1 & 2 Check out the Connected Families website for more resources to support your parenting! Become a Connected Families Donor today, and link arms with others who are passionate about building relational and spiritual health in every family and the future body of Christ. Take a moment to rate the podcast and help other parents discover the Connected Families Framework. Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. .stk-n3g0m8x-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-n3g0m8x-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-tykcxoc {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-tykcxoc .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-y3ogzhb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-y3ogzhb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-y3ogzhb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-pjk4np9 {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-pjk4np9 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-huq39zr .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-huq39zr .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-huq39zr .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-8cx458j .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-8cx458j .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-8cx458j .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-8cx458j .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8cx458j .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Wondering how you can set holiday boundaries and expectations for family gatherings? Are you looking forward to celebrating Christmas with family but dreading unsolicited advice from well-meaning relatives? You are not alone. Changes in your daily routines, travel, lack of sleep, and large gatherings set the stage for parenting challenges. Sometimes, other adults in your family may scrutinize these difficult situations. This may lead to comments or questions that don’t feel supportive. On today’s podcast, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education & Equipping) and Jenna Williams (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about navigating the holidays with relatives. They specifically address how you can respond when grandparents or other family members criticize you (or your children). Role-playing possible scenarios, Jenna and Chad bring humor and practical wisdom to you just in time for holiday gatherings. In this podcast, you’ll discover: proactive strategies to intentionally prepare your family for upcoming gatherings, including evaluating your own expectations, having conversations with your children, and even having conversations with grandparents about their expectations roleplays to help you navigate criticism, unhelpful comments, or harsh discipline by grandparents or other relatives that you can model humility and the value of connection to your parents and kids during holiday gatherings and difficult situations We hope you have been encouraged by today’s podcast, and we look forward to getting to know you. Please check out our website, and don’t forget to reach out if you need help. It is a joy to walk with you as you parent your kids in God’s grace and truth! Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Christmas Bundle with your gift of $35 Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Live Webinar – Register Today Connected Families Parent Coaching Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Program Connected Families Framework Unsolicited Advice? 4 Ways to Respond (Connected Families FREE PDF) Guest Bio: Jenna Williams and her husband, Sam, have been married for ten years. They live in Colorado Springs, CO, and have three amazing children ages 3-7. Jenna is a registered nurse by trade and works in a postpartum unit. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and loves caring for and supporting families! Connected Families has been a true blessing for her and her family, and she is excited to share that blessing with others. You can find her on Instagram @jennawilliams0411. .stk-a228w4w-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-a228w4w-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-2lbeg3z {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-2lbeg3z .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-jo4l6gb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jo4l6gb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-jo4l6gb .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-q36zwt6 {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-q36zwt6 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-pzhdgua .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-pzhdgua .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-pzhdgua .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-03cuks5 .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-03cuks5 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-03cuks5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-03cuks5 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-03cuks5 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Today we chat with Leah Sutterlin, an adoptee, adoptive mom, and adoption advocate, about being an adoptee. Leah shares how early separation affected her later relationships and attachment style and discusses the identity struggles she experienced growing up. She also explains how her parents’ supportive approach allowed her to openly process grief and embrace her adoption story. Listen in to gain insight to support adoptees in your life! Mentioned in this podcast: An Adoptee’s Perspective: What’s It’s Like to Be Adopted & How to Help Connected Christmas Bundle – New Resource available with your gift of $35 to Connected Families Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families today and give the gift of connection to families looking for hope. Rate the podcast–it only takes a second and helps other families find the show! Guest Bio: Leah Sutterlin has worked for several organizations in the adoption and foster care space, including the National Council For Adoption and the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). She is an adult adoptee currently residing in Sunnyvale, California, who tries to raise awareness about the value adoption can bring to families. .stk-75h0mz2-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Transracial-fam-of-3.jpg) !important;}.stk-75h0mz2-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;opacity:0.3 !important;} .stk-9enakjl {max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:-38px !important;}.stk-9enakjl .stk-img-wrapper{width:28% !important;} .stk-sgbyt0s .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;font-weight:900 !important;font-family:"Lato", Sans-serif !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-sgbyt0s .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-sgbyt0s .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:36px !important;}}Give Connection this Year .stk-oyzc0li {max-width:452px !important;min-width:auto !important;}.stk-oyzc0li .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-3, #293241) !important;}Small connections create lasting love and trust. Your gift supports Christ-centered connection and transformation in families for generations to come. .stk-amywkgf .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-amywkgf .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-amywkgf .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-9vejbu1 .stk-button{background:#9b111e !important;}.stk-9vejbu1 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#556b2f !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-9vejbu1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}.stk-9vejbu1 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9vejbu1 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}DONATE NOW

Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson and Christina Spaeth-Harrer, pediatric occupational therapist, share their expert insights on improving family sleep. From managing bedtime routines to incorporating sensory-friendly activities, Christina and Lynne offer practical tools for common sleep challenges. They also discuss the importance of emotional connection and integrating faith to build healthy sleep habits. You’ll feel equipped and encouraged to help your family rest well. Mentioned in this podcast: Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles (Sleep Ebook) – Free Download Psalm 46:10 Why We Sleep by Matthew Walker Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We invite you to join the transforming work God is doing in families across the globe. Donate to Connected Families today! Got a second? Rate the podcast on your favorite listening platform! Guest Bio: Christina Spaeth has over 20 years of experience providing sleep consultation, holistic, sensory integration, developmental, and aquatic occupational therapy. She has worked in a variety of settings, including clinics, schools, group homes, foster care and home care, and private practice with children and adults. Christina lives in Minnesota with her husband and three children. You can learn more about the services she provides on her website.

Are you a teacher working to create a nurturing classroom environment while managing behavior well? Whether you teach in a school or volunteer at church, this conversation is for you. Dr. Cindy Wilson, Partnership Program Manager at Connected Families, and Maggie Rocke, a kindergarten teacher, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, join us to explore how to effectively apply the Connected Families Framework in the classroom. Maggie shares practical applications for the classroom while Dr. Wilson explains how the 4 messages of the Framework can build resilience in students and address underlying issues they may experience. We’re excited for you to hear how the Connected Families Framework can transform classrooms. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom LIVE webinar December 2nd – Register today–it’s FREE! Ministry Partnership Program – Register for a Discovery Session to learn more Framework Posters PDF (5 posters in all) ABCs of Affirmation Matthew 12:34 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Give a gift to Connected Families and support transformation in families around the world. Help others discover the Connected Families Podcast–take a second to rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Maggie Rocke is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and teaches kindergarten at a Christian school. This is her 11th year in the classroom, having previously taught kindergarten, special education, and preschool. She loves utilizing the Connected Families Framework in the classroom and encouraging other teachers to do the same. She and her husband have an 8-year-old and a 6-year-old at home.

Dr. Nicole Wilke joins us to talk about what it takes to raise kids who can overcome everything from daily challenges to childhood trauma. Nicole discusses nurturing resilience by reframing challenges positively and the importance of fostering your child’s connection with God. She emphasizes modeling resilience for your kids and integrating resilience-building moments into your daily conversations and chores. Listen in to grow your understanding and feel equipped to help your kids become “overcomers” ready to face life’s challenges. Mentioned in this podcast: Overcoming: What Scripture & Science Say About Resilience by Dr. Nicole Wilke & Dr. Amanda Hiles Howard Connected Families Partnership Program Free webinar: Discipline That Connects in the Classroom Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you inspired by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. .stk-4octfrp-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-4octfrp-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-ynh6qxz .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-vruc5s5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-ih6q0qp .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-ih6q0qp .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-ih6q0qp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-ih6q0qp .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ih6q0qp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-2z9h6w0{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-2z9h6w0:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ev2juvl{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-99rzynf{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-2m5mobq .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-jhfgna6 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-g8hm9ac .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-g8hm9ac .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-g8hm9ac .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-g8hm9ac .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-g8hm9ac .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Join us for a powerful conversation with Jim and Lynne Jackson about raising resilient children. They encourage you to focus on the process and long-term perspective of building character and identity rather than focusing on the result of the task at hand. Whether you’re dealing with homework struggles or life’s bigger challenges, you’ll feel equipped with hope and purpose to nurture resilience in your children. Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: Know a Child Who Gives Up Easily? James 1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. .stk-uqwuc6e{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-gsnov7c{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-gsnov7c:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-gsnov7c-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-gsnov7c{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-nxnpzq0{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-zhu0ql7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-zhu0ql7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-2t6ai9r{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-zp497u3{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-zp497u3 .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-zp497u3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-zp497u3 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

You may have heard our exciting news: The Connected Families podcast has reached an amazing milestone – two million listens! 🎉 We’re touched by how many of you have tuned in from across the US and around the world over the past five years. Thank you for listening and sharing with others who could use a little parenting encouragement. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Were you encouraged by this podcast? Donate to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review!

Author and artist Ruth Chou Simons chats about life with God, and her first children’s book, Home Is Right Where You Are. Ruth shares insights on pursuing God’s grace daily and passing it on to our children, emphasizing the importance of reminding kids that their true home is with Jesus. She explains how you can have meaningful faith conversations, using her book as a starting point, and encourages you to nurture your heart with God’s grace to guide your children toward their home in God. Mentioned in this podcast: Home is Right Where You Are Foundations – Family devotional by Ruth & Troy Simons Ephesians 2:8-10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes this podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate the show and help others discover The Connected Families podcast! Guest Bio: Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books and Bible studies, including her new children’s book, Home is Right Where You Are, Beholding and Becoming, TruthFilled and Now and Not Yet. She is an artist, entrepreneur, podcaster, and speaker, using each of these platforms to sow the Word of God into people’s hearts. Through social media, and her online shop at GraceLaced.com, Simons shares her journey of God’s grace intersecting daily life with word and art. Ruth and her husband, Troy, are grateful parents to six boys—their greatest adventure. https://ruthchousimons.com https://www.instagram.com/ruthchousimons/ https://www.instagram.com/gracelaced/ https://www.facebook.com/gracelaced https://www.pinterest.com/gracelaced/ gracelaced.com .stk-4jfw2ql{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-ics3xae{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-ics3xae:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-ics3xae-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ics3xae{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ztge2ey{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-sj1fyzz .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-sj1fyzz .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-d12rlp3{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-9ei5q7t{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-9ei5q7t .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-9ei5q7t .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9ei5q7t .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

In this episode, Jim and Lynn Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, chat with Dr. David and Amanda Erickson from Flourishing Homes and Families about their new book, The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose. The Ericksons share their journey of integrating Christ-centered theology with modern neuroscience to provide a holistic approach to parenting. They explore gospel-centered gentle parenting (while addressing common misconceptions) and reframe discipline as discipleship. Practical insights help parents build trust-based relationships with children. Mentioned in this podcast: The Flourishing Family: A Jesus-Centered Guide to Parenting with Peace and Purpose Ep. 108 | Kids and Misbehavior: Is It Sin? Or Something Else? Ep. 96 | Doctrine of Grace in Parenting Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Guest Bio: Dr. David and Amanda Erickson are the founders of Flourishing Homes & Families, a ministry that educates, empowers, and equips Christian parents to lead their families through parenting principles rooted in Jesus’ teachings. With David’s background in theology and Amanda’s love for child development, they’re passionate about helping parents find harmony at the intersection of Jesus-centered theology and modern neuroscience. David previously served as a pastor and spent fourteen years as a seminary theology professor. In 2023, he became president of Jacksonville College, where he guides the faculty and staff in preparing students to lead Jesus-centered lives that transform churches, communities, and the world. A former foster mom and pastor’s wife, Amanda is an artist with a free spirit and can often be found watercolor painting, sipping coffee on her front porch swing, making up silly songs for her two boys and dogs, and hiking the woods near their home on a little farm in East Texas. Website: flourishinghomesandfamilies.com Instagram: @flourishinghomesandfamilies Facebook: flourishinghomesandfamilies Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-m4h6bec-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-m4h6bec{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-m4h6bec:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-m4h6bec-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-m4h6bec-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-m4h6bec .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-m4h6bec .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-m4h6bec .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-d1nw02m .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-d1nw02m .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-d1nw02m.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-8brn6q7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8brn6q7 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-4t7o0oh .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-4t7o0oh .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-4t7o0oh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4t7o0oh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-4t7o0oh .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

In this episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson talk with Ruth Wharton about the transformative power of “do-overs.” They unpack how this practice mirrors the gospel by encouraging us to give ourselves grace, seek forgiveness, and mend relationships. They share the simple steps involved and how do-overs grow and evolve as your children do. By modeling grace and humility through do-overs, you can start to transform the culture in your home today. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Register Today! Romans 2:4 Acts 3:19 1 John 1:9 2 Corinthians 7:10 Romans 10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting tools! Share this episode with a friend or rate the show on your favorite platform. Guest Bio: Based in Malvern, Worcestershire, Ruth Wharton is the first Connected Families Certified Coach in the UK. She is a mum of five and has a background in primary school teaching. She works part-time for a local charity supporting people with autism. Ruth worked alongside her husband for twelve years as they looked after 60 teenage boys in an English boarding school. She is passionate about parenting with grace and unconditional love. The Connected Families Framework has united her and her husband in the challenge of simultaneously raising our teenagers and toddlers. She’s loved seeing the benefits of connected parenting shape each of her children to become more confident, happy, and emotionally secure. You can find out more about coaching with Ruth at: https://connectedfamilies.org/listings/ruth-wharton/. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-ivtuspv-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-ivtuspv{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-ivtuspv:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-ivtuspv-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ivtuspv-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ivtuspv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-ivtuspv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ivtuspv .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-ev3qg45 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ev3qg45 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-ev3qg45.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-od9kq6x .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-od9kq6x .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-uirh8w7 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-uirh8w7 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-uirh8w7 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-uirh8w7 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-uirh8w7 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

When faced with your child’s misbehavior, it’s tempting to focus on their weaknesses: poor emotional regulation, lack of self-control, or dishonesty. But what if you could see beneath these struggles to recognize the God-given strengths hidden within? At Connected Families, we affectionately refer to these strengths as “gifts-gone-awry.” Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson sits down with 22-year-old Lucy Browning and her parents, Ted and Jill. Together, they share how identifying and nurturing Lucy’s “gifts gone awry” transformed her challenging behaviors into shining strengths that now bless others. Their story will encourage and inspire you. Mentioned in this podcast: Lucy’s Graduation Speech – Chaska High School 2020 (speech begins at 21:11) Luke 16:1-8 Sibling Conflict online course Parent Coaching Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation makes the podcast possible. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find grace-filled parenting resources – Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Ted and Jill raised their three daughters in Minnesota, where Jill is an elementary school teacher, and Ted is a mechanical engineer. They are adjusting to life as empty nesters this fall. Their eldest daughter, Lucy, graduated from Wheaton College last spring and now lives in the Washington, DC, area. The Brownings are all about road trips and enjoy a good podcast! Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-qkc8q9w-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-qkc8q9w{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-qkc8q9w:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-qkc8q9w-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-qkc8q9w-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-qkc8q9w .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qkc8q9w .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-qkc8q9w .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-utokee7 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-utokee7 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-utokee7.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-i6ls3zo .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-i6ls3zo .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-kib6ng4 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-kib6ng4 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-kib6ng4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-kib6ng4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-kib6ng4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Have you ever noticed bad behavior increasing the more you attempt to quell it in your child? You might be facing a situation of payoffs, accidental rewards or misplaced “focus fertilizer.” In this episode, Chad Hayenga and Jim Jackson unpack how parents often react and unintentionally reward undesired behavior. They demonstrate how shifting from frustrated reactions to genuine engagement can transform challenging moments into opportunities for connection and growth. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline That Connects online course – Join or Lead a Small Group! Discipline That Connects online course – Special Pricing for Individuals James 1:19 James 3:13 Romans 2:4 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend, or rate the show on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. Chad Hayenga joined Connected Families in 2005. He is married to Carma and has three adult daughters and two sons-in-law. Chad oversees coaching and the Parent Coach Certification Program, which continues to grow in its reach across North America and worldwide. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-51hwbdj-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-51hwbdj{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-51hwbdj:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-51hwbdj-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-51hwbdj-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-51hwbdj .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-51hwbdj .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-51hwbdj .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-5y4jdyf .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5y4jdyf .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-5y4jdyf.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-k8r25z4 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-k8r25z4 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-y3lt8w4 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-y3lt8w4 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-y3lt8w4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-y3lt8w4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-y3lt8w4 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Showing love is easy when your child is doing well, but what does it look like to extend selfless agape love to a child who is misbehaving? Listen in as Jim and Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, share about receiving God’s unconditional love and effectively passing it on to your child (in the midst of struggles!). This conversation is packed with scripture and practical tools to encourage and equip you. Mentioned in this podcast: Discipline that Connects with Your Child’s Heart book Discipline that Connects online course – Register Now! Small Groups – Join a Discipline That Connects small group Free PDF – 20 Phrases that Communicate Empathy to Our Kids Romans 5:8 Romans 2:4 Hebrews 4:15-16 John 14:16 Luke 15:11-32 Ephesians 3:20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting!Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today!Help others find the encouragement they need by sharing this episode with a friend or rating the podcast. Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002. Ready to dive in and learn more about the Framework? Our 8-session online course, Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart will guide you through each level of the Framework. If you’re looking for a grace-filled way to parent, this course is for you! .stk-x4cry04-inner-blocks{row-gap:0px !important}.stk-x4cry04{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Optimized-Dad-Kissing-Crying-Daughters-Cheek.jpg) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-x4cry04:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.3 !important}.stk-x4cry04-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-x4cry04-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-x4cry04 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:35% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-x4cry04 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:259px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-x4cry04 .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:205px !important}} .stk-txjrwqp .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-txjrwqp .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:23px !important}}.stk-txjrwqp.stk-block-heading{white-space:normal !important;overflow-wrap:break-word !important;word-wrap:break-word !important;max-width:100% !important}Parent with Confidence Discipline with Love .stk-98ikek0 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-98ikek0 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Take the 8-session online course Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart . .stk-jvsgpxm .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-jvsgpxm .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-jvsgpxm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jvsgpxm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:16px !important}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-jvsgpxm .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:14px !important}}REGISTER NOW!

Expanding on last week’s episode, Josh and Rachel Keller use role-plays to show how you can engage in a difficult conversation with your child. They offer insights for choosing a time and place that will help foster meaningful dialogue and highlight the importance of listening and empathy as you enter the conversation. If you’re feeling unsure about the weighty or awkward conversations you need to have, this episode will give you a boost in confidence and some practical ideas for a great, connected conversation with your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 191: How to Talk to Your Child About Difficult Topics (Part 1) The Power of Questions online course – Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years, with three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-nqpnr1z-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-nqpnr1z{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-nqpnr1z-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-nqpnr1z-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-nqpnr1z .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-nqpnr1z .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-wuqv3xg .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-bztl25t .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-75wt9s0 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-75wt9s0 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-je7gtdx .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-je7gtdx .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-je7gtdx .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-je7gtdx .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Whether it’s swearing, sex, racism, or a loved one’s choice, talking about difficult topics is a requirement of parenting. Listen in as Josh and Rachel Keller, MA, LPCC (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches), join us to share practical ideas for approaching difficult conversations with kids of all ages. In their light-hearted and humorous way, they encourage us to reflect, embrace the awkward, and lead with curious questions. You’ll feel encouraged and equipped for your next tough conversation. And don’t miss next week’s episode, where Josh and Rachel roleplay awkward and challenging conversations. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Philippians 1:6 Proverbs 18:2 Proverbs 18:13 The Power of Questions online course: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. Discipline That Connects online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years and have three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-widoorx-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-widoorx{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-widoorx-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-widoorx-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-widoorx .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-widoorx .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-5klenqx .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-3a4lr49 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-o9xb387 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-o9xb387 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-n20x5io .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-n20x5io .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-n20x5io .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-n20x5io .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Three dads and parent coaches talk about power struggles and how to break the patterns of judgment and defensiveness that get us stuck in power struggles with our kids. Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford team up to discuss how you can shift from a mindset of control to one of grace and teamwork. Jim shares a personal story about realizing he was a “power-hungry dad,” and the group roleplays how you could shift away from power-struggle parenting in a common interaction about screens and chores. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 173 – “Become the Self-Aware Parent You Want to Be” The Power of Questions online course Quick Guide for Parenting cards Acts 1:8 Colossians 1:9-14 Proverbs 15:1 Ephesians 6:4 Ephesians 3:17-19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help others find our podcast–take a moment to rate the show! Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 when they were becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to them as young parents. In addition to raising his three children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children. They are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches and instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.” or on their website. .stk-853fsxa-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-853fsxa{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-853fsxa-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-853fsxa-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-853fsxa .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-853fsxa .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-goitxl5 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-o01nfb0 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-8kqzs3s .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-8kqzs3s .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-2nq3ytp .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-2nq3ytp .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-2nq3ytp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2nq3ytp .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

What if you could stop arguments before they started? If you’re curious about how to stop arguing with your child, you’ll want to listen to this podcast. Stacy Bellward and Sara Paine are passionate that wise questions can stop you from arguing with your child. After all, Stacy even co-authored an online course on it. Today, they discuss one game-changer question in particular and share how this question can transform parent-child interactions by fostering curiosity, empathy, and connection. They also highlight the ways questions can change brain patterns. Through role-plays, they demonstrate how this approach can work with kids of any age, showing how it can diffuse tension and promote cooperation in everyday situations. Mentioned in this podcast: 4 Types of Wisdom Growing Questions – FREE PDF Power of Questions online course Matthew 20:32 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to share this episode with a friend or leave a review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Sara Paine is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and has worked with kids of varying backgrounds for over 15 years. She is a credentialed teacher and a certified wellness coach. As a mom of 3 kids through both birth and adoption, it is her pleasure to tackle the challenges faced by families with young, sensitive, and intense kids. You can find out more about parent coaching with Sara here. .stk-ozx0dif-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-ozx0dif{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-ozx0dif-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ozx0dif-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ozx0dif .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ozx0dif .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-ztwy3pa .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-h3920m5 .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-5imhdgp .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5imhdgp .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-fyg2mib .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-fyg2mib .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-fyg2mib .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fyg2mib .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

This week, we chat with Joel and Mindy Bolitho, an Australian couple who’ve experienced transformation through the Framework. They talk about significant moments in their journey and how they spread the word about Connected Families in their community. Connected Families’ Director of Development, Adel Irwin, also joins the conversation to highlight the upcoming Week of Sharing (August 1-7) and how you can get involved. Mentioned in this podcast: Text the keyword “parenting” to 50155 to give to Connected Families Become a Volunteer Advocate to spread the word about Connected Families during the Week of Sharing August 1-7 How has Connected Families impacted your family? Share your story here. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Joel and Mindy Bolitho live in Australia with their two wonderful daughters, who are in primary school and high school. Mindy recently earned her BS and works as a counselor in the drug and alcohol field, while Joel works as a Disability Support Worker. They also breed miniature schnauzers and have 10 chooks, which keep them busy and delightfully entertained. .stk-g0mrzs2-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-g0mrzs2{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-g0mrzs2:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-g0mrzs2 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-bgoqycs{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-6pijwon-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-0l1t4z7 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-0l1t4z7 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-w2w7asj{align-self:center !important}.stk-w2w7asj-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-6qiud90{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-6qiud90 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-5mtg8sn .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-5mtg8sn .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-5mtg8sn .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-5mtg8sn .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

Perhaps your child always sits politely at the table and eats their Brussels sprouts, but for the rest of us, especially with a food-sensitive child or two, food struggles in families are real. Today we talk to Emily Meade, RD, LD, a dietitian who wants to help us recapture some of the connection and joy that can happen in the kitchen and around the table. Emily discusses the importance of teaching children that their bodies are uniquely created by God, and she shares strategies for encouraging kids to try new foods without pressure. She also gives plenty of practical tips for meal planning and involving children in food prep to grow connection, wisdom, and life skills in the kitchen. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Energy Bites recipe you can make with your kids Healthy Rhythms mini course – Register today! 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation to Connected Families fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Help other parents find our podcast by leaving a quick review on your favorite listening platform. Guest Bio: Emily Meade is a wife and mama to three amazing kids, ages 6, 4, and 1-year-old. In addition to being home raising her children, Emily is also able to stay in practice as a Registered Dietitian doing one-on-one nutrition coaching part-time with a company called The Kôr Method. Emily enjoys cooking, gardening, staying active, serving at church, and spending time with her family. .stk-pa2878k-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-pa2878k{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-pa2878k:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-pa2878k .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-4bszxua{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-5v9d35i-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-ja8kc4m .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ja8kc4m .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-fudy0ph{align-self:center !important}.stk-fudy0ph-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-ea35ihm{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-ea35ihm .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-3t7s0ew .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-3t7s0ew .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-3t7s0ew .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3t7s0ew .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

What if chores weren’t a constant struggle in your household? Join Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Marni Love and Corrie Thetford as they discuss the Happiness Trifecta and how it can transform the way chores are done at your house. The Happiness Trifecta is a group of brain chemicals you can tap into to make chores more enjoyable for your kids. Corrie, Marni, and our host, Stacy Bellward, share many stories about being playful and working as a team to boost these chemicals in our kids’ brains. They also highlight the need to understand each child’s unique challenges and the importance of celebrating a job well done. Mentioned in this podcast: Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life mini-course How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? | Ep. 99 Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child | Ep. 123 Help! Homeschooling Is Overwhelming | Ep 93 Empowering Your Differently Wired Child | Ep 124 Ephesians 2:10 Colossians 3:23-24 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marni Love is a former public school teacher who has been a home educator for 14 years. She is a Homeschool Mentor, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, and an instructor for CF coaches-in-training. Marni enjoys spending time with her husband, Eric, and their three sons in the beautiful mountains and beaches of Northern California. You can connect with her through her website, marnilove.com. Corrie Thetford and her husband Alan have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can find out more about them at buildingwisefamilies.com. .stk-7b324gb-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-7b324gb{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-7b324gb:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-7b324gb .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-h4fs1j7{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-6emrkyj-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-cd410wv .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-cd410wv .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-papmzeh{align-self:center !important}.stk-papmzeh-container{max-width:630px !important} .stk-zb6k5ma{margin-bottom:25px !important}.stk-zb6k5ma .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Do you find bedtime, screen use, chores, and meals to be sources of frustration instead of connection? The Healthy Rhythms for Daily Life online courseis designed to help you break free from the chaos and establish predictable daily rhythms that work for your family. With thoughtful, Biblical insights and practical, science-based ideas, you’ll learn how to grow connection, wisdom, and health in your kids. .stk-3eyi0kt .stk-button{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-3eyi0kt .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-3eyi0kt .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(u002du002dtheme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-3eyi0kt .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}ENROLL TODAY!

If you’re struggling with screens and boundary setting with your kids, tune into this interview with Brittany and Kevin Hoffman. Their home has transformed as they’ve learned to ask questions, listen, and point to the bigger YES. If you’re not sure what it means to point to the bigger YES, this episode is for you. Kevin and Brittany share how the Healthy Rhythms course shaped their approach to managing screen time for their five children and the ways they adjusted their own screen habits as a result. They also chat about how they use family meetings to explore the “bigger yes” with their kids. Kevin and Brittany acknowledge that managing screen time is an ongoing process that keeps evolving as kids get older, but their guiding principles stay the same. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE Outdoor Activities PDF Healthy Rhythms mini-course Connected Families Week of Sharing – Find out how you can get involved! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review and help other parents find the Connected Families Podcast! Guest Bio: Kevin and Brittany met in Vacation Bible School when they were three years old, started dating at fifteen, and have been married for thirteen years. They have five children (ages 10, 10, 8, 6, and 2), one of whom joined their family through foster care. Kevin is a trial attorney, and Brittany finds daily uses for her Master of Education while homeschooling. They are natives of New Jersey by birth and have been permanently transplanted to Virginia Beach, Virginia, where they attend Trinity Church. Connected Families has been a significant influence on their ever-evolving journey through parenting, which they define as the mission field of making disciples at home. .stk-yutpnl2 {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-yutpnl2:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-yutpnl2 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important;} .stk-9w1mwka {background-color:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;}.stk-9w1mwka:before{background-image:linear-gradient(to top, #e6e9f0 0%, #eef1f5 100%) !important;} .stk-icwgb4c-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-icwgb4c {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(55.1% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}} .stk-qtzwynq .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:750px !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qtzwynq .stk-img-wrapper{aspect-ratio:3/4 !important;width:100% !important;}.stk-qtzwynq .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-qtzwynq {margin-bottom:-70px !important;}.stk-qtzwynq .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:530px !important;}} .stk-ok93jxi-container{margin-top:32px !important;margin-right:32px !important;margin-bottom:32px !important;margin-left:32px !important;}.stk-ok93jxi {align-self:center !important;}.stk-ok93jxi-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ok93jxi {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 calc(44.9% - var(--stk-column-gap, 0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ok93jxi {align-self:center !important;}.stk-ok93jxi-container{max-width:321px !important;min-width:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important;}} Driver’s Training for Social Media We’re experiencing the biggest communication shift in history—and most of us haven’t had guidance. Until now. If you want a clear roadmap for today’s digital world, less screen time, more meaningful offline moments, and a media plan that truly works… this course is for you. Learn More & Register! Related PostsDeveloping a Screen Plan For Your Family | Ep. 132How to Limit Screen Time with Healthy Habits & a Bigger YESLet Creation Declare the Glory of God to Your Kids: Tips To Get Your Kids Outside MoreWhat Do You Do with a Minecraft Addiction?

Two grandmothers, Dijea Young and Cindy Stonestreet (who also happen to be Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) chat about the role of play in grandparenting and how they’re learning to be great grandmothers. Cindy and Dijea share personal stories about respecting their adult children’s parenting decisions and finding common ground, even in challenging relationships. They emphasize the power of intentional, joyful play in communicating love to their grandchildren and share examples of coaching grandchildren through conflicts. If you know a grandparent who would love to build more connection with their children and grandchildren, consider sharing this conversation with them. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminders Bundle Deuteronomy 4:9 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Dijea Young is a teacher, mother of eight, and grandma. For over 35 years, she has served children and families in a variety of roles. Now as a Certified Parent Coach, she combines her professional training and personal experience to help parents and grandparents nurture relationships across generations. For more information about Dijea or her services, visit www.Room4HopeCoaching.com or email [email protected] Cindy Stonestreet, a grandmother of five, ages 3-8, has been involved with Connected Families for five years. As a result of seeking a Christ-centered and better way to discipline, she took the Discipline that Connects course, followed by parent coaching, and is a Certified Parent Coach. Cindy and her husband, Steve, are blessed to have full days, 2-3 times a week, with their grandkids. Cindy’s desire is to continually grow, little by little, as she implements the Connected Families Framework with her children, their spouses, and her grandkids. They live in Charleston, West Virginia, where Cindy is a full-time CRNA at Women and Children’s Hospital. .stk-s9r9ldj{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-cjyw71b{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-cjyw71b:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-cjyw71b-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-cjyw71b{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-bekqzwp{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-p58j45a .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-p58j45a .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-kmp3z97{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-x08o46y{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-x08o46y .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-x08o46y .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-x08o46y .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Chris Coursey, author of 4 Habits of Raising Joy-Filled Kids, joins us to discuss why joyful kids are joyful and what you can do. Do you feel like you’re often focused on problems and operating out of fear of what may happen? Chris explains how joy can give families the strength to navigate difficulties and overcome fear. He shares a personal story of overcoming fear-based parenting and unpacks the first habit of raising joy-filled kids: attunement. Chris emphasizes that taking care of yourself nurtures your joy and directly benefits the entire family. Listen in and learn how to grow joy in your home! Mentioned in this podcast: We’d love to hear from you! Send the podcast a birthday greeting. Free PDF – Child Led Play and the Framework 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Kids book Parenting Reminders Bundle – CF stickers, word art, and a magnet Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: For over 30 years, Chris has been developing and practicing brain-based solutions to train people, families, and communities to make relationships work. Chris started his career specializing in severe trauma and abuse and also pastored a small congregation in Michigan for several years. Chris is a published author with over ten books in print, including The Joy Switch. He co-authored his most recent book, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People. Chris enjoys spending time with his wife, Jen, and their two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In addition to studying, writing, jogging, and exercising, he enjoys the outdoors and is one of the rare people who actually likes the snow in Michigan. Website: https://thrivetoday.org/Podcast: https://thrivetoday.buzzsprout.com/The 4 Habits Books: https://thrivetoday.org/4-habits-series/ .stk-u8u4vi9{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-te5rhls{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-te5rhls:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-te5rhls-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-te5rhls{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-6kgbml8{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-4i0yfix .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-4i0yfix .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-tqxfpkn{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-q51wp3p{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-q51wp3p .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-q51wp3p .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-q51wp3p .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Today, we talk with Joy Wendling, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and founder of Created to Play, about helping kids come to love God wholeheartedly. Faith can sometimes feel serious or heady, but God is also the God of play, and He created children to learn best through play. Stacy and Joy discuss the significance of modeling a joyful faith. Together, they share ideas for making God relatable through play with your kids. They emphasize how to bring God into everyday moments and ways to use scripture to gently guide and encourage your kids. Mentioned in this podcast: Parenting Reminder Bundle – Get Yours Today! Podcast Episode 102, “How to Be a More Playful Parent” with Joy Wendling Deuteronomy 6 Psalm 16:11 Zephaniah 3:17 John 10:10 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Enthusiastic. Passionate. Profound. Joy Wendling is a family pastor, writer, speaker, podcaster, certified parent coach, and founder of Created to Play. She has over 20 years of experience in children, youth, and family ministry and a Master’s degree in Youth, Family, and Culture from Fuller Theological Seminary. Her idea of relaxing is gazing at the mountains from her island home with an ice-cold Diet Coke and a good book. Joy lives in the Pacific Northwest and enjoys laughing and playing with her five daughters and husband. Get to know her better at createdtoplay.com and on her Playfully Faithful Parenting podcast. .stk-rzjy7a1{border-top-left-radius:0px !important;border-top-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-right-radius:0px !important;border-bottom-left-radius:0px !important;overflow:hidden !important;border-style:solid !important;border-top-width:0px !important;border-right-width:0px !important;border-bottom-width:0px !important;border-left-width:0px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:25px !important;margin-bottom:25px !important;margin-left:25px !important} .stk-i1vu85z{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;overflow:hidden !important}.stk-i1vu85z:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}.stk-i1vu85z-container{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}@media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-i1vu85z{flex:1 1 calc(30.6% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-8z541gi{flex:1 1 calc(69.4% - var(--stk-column-gap,0px) * 1 / 2 ) !important}} .stk-elf13na .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-elf13na .stk-block-text__text{font-size:26px !important}}Whether you’re just learning the Four Messages of the Framework or have been at it for years, the Parenting Reminders Bundle can help you parent the way you want to parent! .stk-f4ewt39{margin-top:0px !important} .stk-d6vu92c{margin-top:20px !important}.stk-d6vu92c .stk-button{padding-right:30px !important;padding-left:30px !important}.stk-d6vu92c .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-d6vu92c .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:20px !important}}GET YOUR BUNDLE NOW!

Two therapists chat about the benefits of play and how to incorporate play therapy into your family’s routine. The end goal: More connection with your child and a more regulated child. It’s a win-win! In this podcast episode, Lynne Jackson, occupational therapist and Co-Founder of Connected Families, interviews Marlee Thomson, a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. They discuss the brain science behind play and how it can develop connection and trust between you and your child. Marlee explains how you can incorporate “special playtime,” highlighting how your undivided attention and delight can nurture your child’s identity. Incorporating the Connected Families Framework every step of the way, Lynne and Marlee encourage you to begin this practice with the goal of being present rather than striving for perfection. Mentioned in this podcast: Free PDF from Marlee Quote from parent coach Patty Wipfler, “Feelings that are felt fully are feelings that evaporate afterward.” Psalm 147:11 Psalm 73:21-26 “Fix your face” podcast: Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Marlee Thomsen is an LCSWA who lives and works as a mental health therapist and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach in Durham, NC. She is working towards becoming a Registered Play Therapist and is growing in her love for play therapy. In particular, she is passionate about teaching parents play skills and walking through the Connected Families framework with them to enhance the parent-child relationship. Additionally, she has experienced the impact of the Connected Families framework in her own family as she raises two toddler boys alongside her husband.

We chat with Lindsay Fauver, a mom from the Connected Families community, about her parenting journey with a child who experiences anxiety, sensory challenges, and challenging behaviors. Lindsay shares how she has gained new understanding and tools to support her child and stay calm when her daughter escalates. She also emphasizes the persistence required to implement positive changes and the role of scripture in sustaining her. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with parenting, you’ll find plenty of hope and practical ideas in this interview with a mom who’s been there. Mentioned in this podcast: Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? Here’s How to Stop | Ep. 177 Authentic Community for Dads | Ep. 179 100 Truth Phrases PDF – a free resource Grace & Truth for Moms online course Connected Families Connection Questions (Campfire Questions) Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Parenting Coaching Isaiah 30 James 1 Psalm 103:8 1 John 3:19 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Your donation fuels our work. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a moment to rate and review! Guest Bio: Lindsay Fauver is a photographer by trade and a theologian at heart. She is deeply passionate about participating with the great Artist as she works to build a foundation of “belonging and becoming” with her little people, clients, and students. Lindsay loves writing, peonies, Pilates, design, earrings, and anything by the water. She longs for the day when her story of surrender is told in its fullness by the One who will permanently wipe away her tears. .stk-zmoucld-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-zmoucld {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-zmoucld:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-zmoucld .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-xm0pqjg {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-b8g5msy-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-tzow0hj .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-tzow0hj .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-tzow0hj .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-9keja60 {align-self:center !important;}.stk-9keja60-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-pfal082 {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-pfal082 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-pfal082 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-qmt5fyg .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-qmt5fyg .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-qmt5fyg .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-qmt5fyg .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

In this meaningful conversation, we talk to dads Matt Norman (author and President & CEO of Norman & Associates) and Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) about their experiences with authentic, vulnerable community. Matt shares his personal journey of seeking more meaningful connections while balancing the demands of marriage, parenting, and his career. He describes the evolution of his small group, which started as a way to socialize and study but grew into a space for supportive and sensitive sharing. Jim emphasizes the power of asking questions and genuinely seeking to understand others, rather than just offering opinions or advice. Both men reflect on the positive impact their authentic community has had on their personal growth, relationships, and even their children’s development. Mentioned in this podcast: Grace & Truth for Moms online course – register today! Equimundo’s 2023 State of American Men survey data Daniel 3 Galatians 6 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We’re a listener-supported podcast. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Don’t forget to take a moment to rate and review the podcast! Guest Bio: Matt Norman coaches and advises executives on how to build great people and culture. He is President & CEO of Norman & Associates, which offers custom coaching and consulting in the areas of talent strategy, personal effectiveness, planning, and goal alignment. Norman & Associates is also the largest North American provider of Dale Carnegie learning programs which help people improve how they communicate, lead, influence, and work together. He’s also the award-winning author of Four Patterns of Healthy People, and Lead with Influence: A Proven Process to Lead without Authority. Matt loves being a husband and father of three, enjoying shared activities like skiing, mountain biking, trail running, and music. You can find his articles on personal and organizational effectiveness at http://mattnorman.com. .stk-48p81eu-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-48p81eu {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-48p81eu:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-48p81eu .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-iwhha6v {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-i1r0do3-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-916bo2f .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-916bo2f .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-916bo2f .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-if0pf5g {align-self:center !important;}.stk-if0pf5g-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-1i0eghl {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-1i0eghl .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-1i0eghl .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-u54hcgi .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-u54hcgi .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-u54hcgi .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-u54hcgi .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

What do you do when you disagree with your partner about how to parent? Perhaps it is even causing a rift in your family. You feel strongly about how to parent your kids but feel stuck on knowing how to encourage your co-parent to see things the way you do.  You are not alone! It is a very common struggle for many parents. Whether you are single parenting with an ex-spouse, married, or caring for grandchildren, this can be an emotionally charged topic. Tensions over different parenting styles and philosophies can create stress in your relationship with your co-parent and affect your kids, too. You and your partner may both have good intentions, but your parenting ideals and how to implement them might be different. In this podcast, we’re going to tackle this challenging topic. Stacy Bellward is joined by Jim and Lynne Jackson (Co-founders of Connected Families) to discuss their experience as parents with very different personalities. You’ll discover how Jim and Lynne navigated their parenting differences, and what kept them connected in the process. You can create an atmosphere of safety and connection for your co-parent and your children by using the Connected Families Framework, asking curious questions, focusing on your own heart, and looking for the best in each other. Your family environment can be a place where everyone is safe to learn and grow in grace and empathy for one another. In this podcast, you’ll learn: the power of the Connected Families Framework in your relationship with your partner, or co-parent questions you can ask your partner that invite conversation, connection, and openness instead of criticism how to get to a nonjudgmental place where you can see your partner’s underlying strengths as a parent offering grace and avoiding catastrophizing, knowing that God is working on behalf of your kids no matter the situation Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Framework Discipline That Connects online course Trash, Truth, Treasure (blog post) Connected Families New Serenity Prayer (download) Want to learn more? What’s the Best Way to Handle Shared Parenting? How to Parent Together When You’re Total Opposites .stk-4b91534{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5,#e8e8e8) !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-4b91534:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-5,#e8e8e8) !important}.stk-4b91534-container{box-shadow:7px 5px 30px rgba(72,73,121,0.15) !important}.stk-4b91534 .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;align-items:center !important;display:flex !important} .stk-5f8d87a{margin-bottom:0px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-5f8d87a-column{--stk-col-order-1:2 !important;--stk-col-order-2:1 !important}} .stk-1c8f233{align-self:center !important}.stk-1c8f233-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-2625cef .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:55px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-2625cef .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}You need consequences that work. .stk-01f6543 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:35px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-01f6543 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:35px !important}}You need consequences that work. Because your kids aren’t perfect. Neither are you. That’s why you need a plan for discipling your kids in the hard moments. .stk-a1e8c1b .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important;font-weight:600 !important}Read the FREE ebook, Consequences That Actually Work. .stk-93edb84-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper{height:750px !important}.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}.stk-b9ab6cd .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}}

Listen in as we talk with Chad Hayenga (Connected Families Director of Education and Equipping) about parental anxiety and micromanagement, and how these can negatively impact your relationship with your child. Chad and Stacy (podcast host) discuss common scenarios that trigger anxiety in parents and the resulting cycle that can leave the child feeling discouraged and resentful. The conversation is filled with practical ideas for moving out of the cycle of anxiety and into new patterns of belief and ways of relating to your child. Whether your child is about to graduate from high school, or just starting to have responsibilities of his own, you’ll find wisdom and encouragement for today in this episode. Mentioned in this podcast: Sign up for our weekly Parenting Tips email Grace & Truth for Moms online course Are You Micromanaging Your Kids? 1 Peter 5:7 Philippians 4:6-8 100 Truth Phrases PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! We are a listener-supported podcast. Donate to Connected Families today! Your donation fuels our work. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, or take a moment to rate and review! .stk-csospkl-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important;}.stk-csospkl {background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;}.stk-csospkl:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;}.stk-csospkl .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;} .stk-cfu8cb3 {box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;} .stk-y2nbv4z-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important;} .stk-zt2lo05 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:635px !important;}.stk-zt2lo05 .stk-img-wrapper img{transform:scale(0.96) !important;object-fit:contain !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-zt2lo05 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important;}} .stk-gy3dswc {align-self:center !important;}.stk-gy3dswc-container{max-width:549px !important;min-width:auto !important;} .stk-worsvxr {align-items:flex-start !important;max-width:1500px !important;min-width:auto !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;display:flex !important;}.stk-worsvxr .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-worsvxr .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:47px !important;}}Transform Your Next Group Gathering What if your next gathering left parents feeling equipped, encouraged, and hopeful? That’s exactly what Connected Families workshops do. Led by CF Certified Parent Coaches, these sessions bring practical, biblical wisdom on topics like discipline and sibling conflict straight to your community. Learn more and book a speaker today. .stk-rpn5bj9 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-rpn5bj9 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-rpn5bj9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8, #ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rpn5bj9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}Bring Hope To Your Community

Start teaching your kids the first steps toward reconciliation and restoration by using “make it right” consequences in their relationships. Parent coach Amy Nyvall shares personal stories illustrating how she has taught her kids to take responsibility for their actions and restore relationships when they’ve done something wrong. Amy emphasizes the importance of creating space for both parents and children to process emotions and think through how to resolve conflicts. Throughout the conversation, Amy and Stacy discuss the Connected Families Framework and how focusing on restoration rather than punishment helps children develop wisdom and strengthen relationships. Mentioned in this podcast: Episode 112: Daily Sensory Rhythms to Bring Peace to Your Home Matthew 5:23-24 Galatians 6:1 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Got a minute? Rate and review the podcast. We are a listener-supported podcast! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Amy and her husband, Andrew, have been married for 16 years and live among the fir trees outside Portland, Oregon. They enjoy outdoor adventures as much as possible and have a blast homeschooling their three intensely creative, adventurous, and active children. In her spare time, you’ll find Amy encouraging moms and homeschoolers, learning alongside the kids, or slipping away to read from a stack of her own books. Amy is passionate about creating a family culture that equips our children to be prepared to serve the Lord in the days ahead. She is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and has personal experience and knowledge in the sensitive and intense space. You can connect with her for parent coaching at: [email protected]. .stk-mr56jth-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-mr56jth-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-fqaonrc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-9ync24o .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-9gb0ic6 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-9gb0ic6 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-9gb0ic6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-9gb0ic6 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9gb0ic6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-f3ut2lx{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-f3ut2lx:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-5ssnz6b{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-kw40pq9{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-9tb8u3q .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-itu1yj8 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-rmficks .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-rmficks .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-rmficks .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-rmficks .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rmficks .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

¡Escucha este segundo episodio especial del pódcast de Connected Families! Donde Luisa Wendt entrevista a Esther y Roberto Reich acerca del marco de referencia de Connected Families. Los tres son asesores en la crianza certificados por Connected Families y hablarán acerca de los últimos dos principios del marco de referencia (entrenar y corregir) para poder disciplinar a nuestros hijos de una manera que nos acerca a ellos y hace que nuestros vínculos sean más fuertes sin importar su edad. Escucharán ejemplos prácticos e historias cotidianas con las cuales muchos se podrán relacionar. Esta conversación se desarrolla en dos partes. En el primer episodio hablaron acerca de los primeros dos niveles del marco de referencia de Connected Families para una crianza conectada que son: cimiento y conectar. Si no lo has escuchado te invitamos a hacerlo. Temas mencionados en este pódcast: Marco de Referencia para Familias Conectadas Cómo Convertirse en un Padre Emocionalmente Seguro (Cimiento) 15 Razones para Amar-Sin-Condiciones (Conectar) ¿Tus Preguntas Ayudan o Hieren a tus Hijos? (Entrenar) 3 Señales de Consecuencias Poco útiles… ¡y Cómo Solucionarlas! (Corregir) See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-ee479fa {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-4e03206 , .stk-4e03206 .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-4e03206 {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es [email protected] Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a [email protected] © 2024 Connected Families .stk-0cbd8k9-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-0cbd8k9-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-rjv1qyf .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-49wiiqu .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-latk6vl .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-latk6vl .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-latk6vl .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-latk6vl .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffff

¡Escucha este episodio especial del pódcast de Connected Families! Donde Luisa Wendt entrevista a Esther y Roberto Reich acerca del marco de referencia de Connected Families. Los tres son asesores en la crianza certificados por Connected Families y hablarán acerca de los 4 principios (cimiento, conectar, entrenar y corregir) para poder disciplinar a nuestros hijos de una manera que nos acerca a ellos y hace que nuestros vínculos sean más fuertes sin importar su edad. Esta conversación se desarrolla en dos partes. En este episodio podrás escuchar la primera parte donde se hablarán de los niveles de cimiento y conexión. Escucharán ejemplos prácticos e historias cotidianas con las cuales muchos se podrán relacionar. Temas mencionados en este pódcast: Marco de Referencia para Familias Conectadas Cómo Convertirse en un Padre Emocionalmente Seguro (Cimiento) 15 Razones para Amar-Sin-Condiciones (Conectar) ¿Tus Preguntas Ayudan o Hieren a tus Hijos? (Entrenar) 3 Señales de Consecuencias Poco útiles… ¡y Cómo Solucionarlas! (Corregir) See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* .stk-626f257 {border-style:solid !important;border-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4, #1e3f52) !important;} ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. .stk-d7ff5fd , .stk-d7ff5fd .stk-button{width:100% !important;}.stk-d7ff5fd {flex:1 0 var(--stk-button-group-flex-wrap, 0) !important;}Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es [email protected] Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a [email protected] © 2024 Connected Families .stk-u783sq1-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-u783sq1-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-13rvjgz .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-25bnog5 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-43jfetb .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-43jfetb .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-43jfetb .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-43jfetb .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-43jfetb .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUI

Your kids, with all the wild moments they bring, are fearfully and wonderfully made. That means God gave them gifts and strengths. Listen to us chat with Courtney and Joe Dewey (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about finding your child’s giftings and celebrating them. They emphasize the value of self-awareness as a parent, recognizing your strengths to be a more effective parent, and helping your children identify and develop their unique gifts. Courtney and Joe share personal stories of how they have celebrated and leveraged their family’s different strengths, such as assigning chores based on each child’s interests and dividing playtime according to complementary strengths. The conversation highlights the idea that families can thrive by focusing on and cultivating each family member’s God-given strengths. Mentioned in this podcast: Free Fearfully and Wonderfully Made PDF Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting – New Resource! Romans 12 StrengthsFinder Assessment Ep 158: State of Motherhood podcast with MOPS Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Courtney is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach with over a decade of experience in coaching leaders in ministry. Her mission is to equip the body of Christ to know the gifts God has given them, develop those gifts, and utilize them to bring Him glory and make their best contribution to the Kingdom of Heaven. She combines her ministry experience with 8 years of homeschooling her four kids to help parents identify the gifts in their children and parent them in a way that sets them up to live out Ephesians 2:10 and lean into Connected Families third message of “child, you are called and capable”. You can reach out to her directly at [email protected]. She is certified in EQI, Birkman, Predictive Index, Core Clarity, Joe is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. He has a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and has served in full-time ministry with Cru in Leader Development and Human Resources since 2010. He has been a certified life coach since 2017. These experiences and more have molded him to lead with solutions. Whether it comes to ministry or parenting, he finds clarity in the midst of complexity that provides win-win solutions. .stk-ep9j6bt-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-ep9j6bt-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-tacfn9z .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-ria3yfe .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-imd0jgg .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-imd0jgg .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-imd0jgg .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-imd0jgg .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-imd0jgg .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-vr5ye4z{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-vr5ye4z:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-2fqhdvj{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-8i0matm{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-qzlcx38 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-mrxzfm6 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-bms1uef .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-bms1uef .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-bms1uef .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-bms1uef .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-bms1uef .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

How can you continue to connect and maintain a relationship with your kids as they get older? You CAN connect with your teenager. If you’ve got teens, or will have them someday, listen to us chat with Rachel and Josh Keller about connecting to your teens. In this podcast episode, Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Josh and Rachel (MA, LPCC) Keller share their wealth of experience with teens and offer guidance on nurturing relationships with older kids. They discuss three key ways to rally around your teens: remember, listen, and “yift” (being flexible and adaptable to meet teens where they are emotionally, even if it means letting go of your own agenda). Together, Josh and Rachel explore teen brain development as well as the importance of active listening. Understanding these things will help parents respond with more patience and less shame. They encourage parents to practice being “unphased listeners” by preparing for potentially shocking statements from their teens. Throughout the conversation, Josh and Rachel offer practical insights, examples, and encouragement to parents, reminding them that they are not alone in the challenges of parenting teens. Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families resources in Spanish Certified Parent Coaches from around the globe! Slow, low, listen tool NEW! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Cards Power of Questions online course Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share it with a friend or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-t57vscc-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-t57vscc-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-i6gpv0v .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-mj70fbq .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-j3dt2g9 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-j3dt2g9 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-j3dt2g9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-j3dt2g9 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-j3dt2g9 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-kl87vi8{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-kl87vi8:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-ek6l03c{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-3hjhcux{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-bawwqc4 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-vq3kjev .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-m3tpv8u .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-m3tpv8u .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-m3tpv8u .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-m3tpv8u .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-m3tpv8u .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Listen in as Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford talk about being safe for their kids. Today’s podcast is extra-special! We have three dads who unpack the importance of being an emotionally safe parent, particularly focusing on the role of fathers. Our guest host, Chad Hayenga (Director of Education and Equipping), is joined by Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Alan Thetford (Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and Parent Coach Instructor), who share their personal experience and discuss the biblical foundations of emotional safety. Through their insight, we know you’ll be encouraged to grow safety and connection through everyday interactions in your home. Mentioned in this podcast: New! Connected Families Quick Guide for Parenting Calming Strategies for Parents PDF 50 Calming Activities for Kids You Are Safe with Me Covenant PDF 1 Thessalonians 2 Philippians 4 James 1:19-20 Matthew 12:34 Has this conversation encouraged you? Take a moment to share this podcast with a friend, or rate and review it on your favorite platform. Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jim Jackson and his wife Lynne co-founded Connected Families in 2002 after becoming increasingly dissatisfied with the parenting resources available to young parents. In addition to raising his own three (now adult) children, Jim has experience working with high-risk teens, parent coaching, and leading parenting workshops. Alan Thetford and his wife Corrie have four children and are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches as well as instructors for CF coaches-in-training. They are passionate about multiplying the gospel by helping families transform power struggles and conflicts into opportunities for gospel messages. You can learn more about them on the podcast they host, “Building Wise Families.”Website http://www.buildingwisefamilies.com/CFCoachingPodcast https://buildingwisefamilies.com/podcast/ .stk-ida8o4b-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-ida8o4b-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} .stk-cqbaduk .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-zvea51o .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-jpzo6ak .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-jpzo6ak .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-jpzo6ak .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-jpzo6ak .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jpzo6ak .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE .stk-25lt9hn{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-25lt9hn:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-b4hgrda{flex:1 1 33.3% !important}} @media screen and (min-width:690px){.stk-z08fjd0{flex:1 1 66.7% !important}} .stk-m3ialfd .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}The Quick Guide for Parenting .stk-bv78lja .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. .stk-6039mhq .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-6039mhq .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-6039mhq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-6039mhq .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6039mhq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}GET THE GUIDE

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Max Lucado about loneliness and his new children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are increasingly common, and the need for meaningful connection and reassurance is becoming more pressing than ever. In our recent conversation with pastor and author Max Lucado, we shared that 61% of Americans and an overwhelming 80% of those under 18 report experiences of loneliness. This growing epidemic of feeling isolated not only affects our mental health but also touches our spiritual well-being. In the midst of this reality, in his gentle style, Max offers insights into the nature of loneliness and asks us to consider it from a spiritual perspective. He emphasizes the value of equipping young children with the vocabulary to express this complex emotion. His latest children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone, helps children better understand that loneliness is a shared human experience. Pastor Max encourages people experiencing loneliness to pray using scripture, and he highlights the promises of Hebrews 13:5, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you,” and Matthew 28:20, “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” These biblical assurances are not just words but anchors for the soul that offer stability and hope. To wrap up the conversation, Pastor Max read a passage from his book for our listeners. Through the tender narrative, his words aim to reassure young readers of the comforting presence of their parents and caregivers, as well as God, who is always with them. His words serve as a gentle reminder that no matter how isolated we may feel, we are all continually held in God’s care. Mentioned in this podcast: Enter to win Max’s new book and a stuffed bear Bridge the Gap! Support the work of Connected Families to equip parents today. Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone by Max Lucado Matthew 28:20 Hebrews 13:5 “Must-Know Loneliness Statistics” “Loneliness Matters: A Theoretical and Empirical Review of Consequences and Mechanisms“ Got a minute? Rate and review our podcast on your favorite platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Max Lucado is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor withthe heart of a pastor. His trade books all begin as sermon series at Oak Hills Church,and his sermons all start with Max asking himself this question: “What can I say onSunday that will still matter on Monday?” He’s been dubbed “America’s Pastor” byChristianity Today, “The Best Preacher in America” by Reader’s Digest, and the “TedLasso of Pastors” by the Dallas Morning News. Max Lucado has penned more than 40works of adult nonfiction, standing alongside dozens and dozens of bestsellingchildren’s books, gift books, Bible studies, commentaries, and collections. His bookshave been published in 56 languages worldwide and regularly appear on bestsellerlists, including The New York Times, Publishers Weekly, and USA Today. He has morethan 150 million products in print published in 56 languages worldwide. Learn more atMaxLucado.com. .stk-3a6dc4d-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-3a6dc4d{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/pexels-aleks-6701757.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-3a6dc4d:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-3,#293241) !important;opacity:0.1 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d-container{background-color:#00000073 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d-container:before{background-color:#00000073 !important}.stk-3a6dc4d .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:300px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3a6dc4d{padding-top:30px !important;padding-right:10px !important;padding-bottom:30px !important;padding-left:10px !important}} .stk-1163676 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}“Things began to change when…” .stk-781ce8f .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important;color:#FFFFFF !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-781ce8f .stk-block-text__text{font-size:18px !important}}Be part of the team that brings “aha” moments of grace to families. .stk-koevi69 .stk-button{background:#431c3b !important}.stk-koevi69 .stk-button:hover:after{background:#95848f !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-koevi69 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}.stk-koevi69 .stk-button:hover .stk-button__inner-text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-koevi69 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}DONATE &am

In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer insights on how to engage children in the Easter story, emphasizing the Resurrection’s significance through traditions and conversation. They provide age-appropriate scripts for explaining Jesus’ sacrifice and suggest inclusive activities like the Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt to make the concepts of sin and redemption tangible for kids. The key message is that Easter traditions, when intertwined with faith, can deepen everyone’s understanding and foster a sense of community and belonging. Mentioned in this podcast: Resurrection Sunday Rock Hunt Guide – Free, downloadable PDF provides a step-by-step guide to a meaningful family activity that helps children understand the significance of Easter. John 14:1-3 Romans 3:23 Previous episodes featuring Certified Connected Families Parent Coach, Katie Wetsell Ep 165 | Tame Your Temper: Calming Strategies for Parents Ep 99 | How Can I Identify Anxiety in My Child? Ep 124 | Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org, and you can find her on social media @parentwithhopecoach. .stk-ij51hlm-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-ij51hlm{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-ij51hlm:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-ij51hlm-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px rgba(30,63,82,0.2) !important}.stk-ij51hlm .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-fwfadgc{margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-8zyvx16-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-tby2ndk .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-tby2ndk .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-aq3ivw0{align-self:center !important}.stk-aq3ivw0-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-2x74bdl .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Know your strengths. Your best mom or dad instincts are exactly what your kids need. So identify them. Take the free Parenting Strengths Assessment. .stk-9cn9kb6 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-9cn9kb6 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-9cn9kb6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-9cn9kb6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}FREE PARENTING STRENGTHS ASSESSMENT

Join us for this special bonus episode where Stacy invites community members and ministry leaders to explore the delicate and important topic of supporting children and families in times of grief. Stacy is joined by Cindy Wilson, Connected Families Partnership Program Manager, and Stacey Rodenbeck, who shares her personal experience with grief. Together, they offer practical advice and compassionate insights to help ministry leaders (and everyone else) approach these difficult situations with confidence and care. Mentioned in this podcast: Ep 169 | How to Navigate Grief in Children Partnership Program – Sign up for a Discovery Session to find out more! My Child’s Loved One Died; What Should I Do Now? Was this episode helpful? Consider sharing it with a ministry leader in your life! Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Cindy Wilson, PhD., CFLE, is a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and a Certified Family Life Educator with 20+ years in ministry and academia. She helps churches and other organizations integrate the Connected Families Framework into their communities. Cindy lives in Florida with her husband of 31 years. They have three adult children, one son-in-law, one grandson, and a farm full of animals. Cindy’s specialties include leading parenting workshops on the Connected Families Framework and other topics, training children’s ministry volunteers, helping churches integrate trauma-informed practices into their ministries, and organizing church-based foster care ministries. You can find out more at http://www.familylifesolutions.org. Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be. .stk-fb0ba02-container:hover{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;}.stk-fb0ba02-container:hover:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-6, #e4eff5) !important;} Learn more about the Framework Want to dig deeper into Connected Families’ Parenting Framework? Get our FREE ebook, What Kids Need: 4 Messages That Build Identity.

Children experience grief in all different forms. If you’re walking through grief with your kids, tune in to this grace-filled chat with our guest, Stacey Rodenbeck. Stacey, a widowed mother of two young children, shares her personal experience of grief and how she has used the Connected Families Framework to navigate parenting while grieving. The conversation covers the unique circumstances of parenting grieving children, the importance of safety and connection, and the role of coaching and accountability in parenting. Stacey’s story and insights provide valuable guidance for parents who are navigating grief while raising their children. Mentioned in this podcast: Isaiah 43:1-3 Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles ebook Was this conversation helpful to you? Share it with a friend, and rate and review the show on your favorite listening platform! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Bridge the Gap! Donate to Connected Families by March 31st to make a meaningful impact for families in the coming year! Guest Bio: Stacey Rodenbeck is the widowed mother of Susan (almost 5) and Chris (3.5). The Rodenbecks live in Central Arkansas, where Stacey is employed as an Associate Professor of Biology at Harding University. Since the death of her husband in 2020, Stacey has focused on developing a robust relationship with her children that positions the three of them to operate as a team. They enjoy cooking and baking together as a family, reading aloud, and hiking, and they have recently delved into playing board games together. (Candyland is the family favorite right now!) Stacey is thankful to God for the new mercies of each new morning as she seeks to guide her children and fully embrace the people God created them to be. .stk-fef9c8c{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/iStock-1073040070-2-compressed-scaled.jpg) !important}.stk-fef9c8c-container{background-color:transparent !important}.stk-fef9c8c-container:before{background-color:transparent !important} .stk-92b1095 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important;color:#f7eb9f !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-92b1095 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important}}Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles .stk-fe4iy28 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important;color:#f7eb9f !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-fe4iy28 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:44px !important}}Transform Bedtime Struggles into Nighttime Snuggles .stk-f6ad22d .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}If bedtime feels like a battle zone, it’s time to change. This short and FREE ebook empowers you to transform the bedtime routine.

If your child has serious doubts or has walked away from their faith, it can be scary. Together with parent coaches Bonnie Williams and Chad Hayenga, we explore parenting through a child’s spiritual doubts or unbelief. Chad and Bonnie share the importance of fostering open dialogue through thoughtful questions and building a foundation of connection, emotional safety, and unconditional love. Tune in to this heartfelt discussion to equip yourself with the knowledge and encouragement needed to support your child’s faith journey, acknowledging that their doubts or unbelief can be an essential part of developing a resilient and personal faith. (Note: The use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.) Mentioned in this podcast: Connected Families Partnership Program Parent Coach Certification Program Power of Questions online course Ephesians 3:18-19 Luke 15:17 Bridge the Gap – Donate to support Connected Families today! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Guest Bio: Bonnie Williams has a Master of Education in Special Education and is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach. She is a wife and the mother of 3 young adults. Bonnie has supported students with learning and behavior challenges for over 25 years, specializing in working with parents with children ages 3 to 15. Helping families apply the Connected Families Framework is what Bonnie is passionate about. By doing this they can learn new strategies to grow in wisdom and help lead them in having peaceful, grace-filled homes. You can reach her by email at [email protected]. .stk-ewr0cib-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-ewr0cib{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-ewr0cib-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ewr0cib-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-ewr0cib .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-ewr0cib .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-tn04qfx .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-xj5kwir .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-jp0sovj .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-jp0sovj .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-232bgcq .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-232bgcq .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-232bgcq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-232bgcq .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

If your kids’ bickering ever drives you bonkers, you’ll want to hear this fresh perspective with our guest and certified parent coach, Megan Thorp. Stacy and Megan unpack the Connected Families’ approach to transform kids’ arguments into opportunities to build lifelong skills. You’ll learn the four-step process to help bring peace to your home and guide your kids toward true reconciliation. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming for Parents Free PDF Calming for Kids Free PDF Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches The Peace Process Diagram Ep 140 | Restoring Relationships: Empowering Kids to Want to Reconcile and Heal Ep 110 | Why “Calm Down!” Doesn’t Work Sibling Conflict online course Power of Questions online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Make a donation to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Megan is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach as well as an instructor for coaches in training. She and her husband have been married for 18 years and have 3 kids. Megan loves to come alongside parents to help them gain confidence and equip them to lead their families. She is passionate about parents creating an environment in their home where everyone feels valued and connected and equipping parents with skills to build a relationship with their kids that will last long after they leave home. Seeing misbehavior and especially sibling conflict as a golden opportunity to show Christ’s love and disciple her kids has been a game changer for her in her parenting. You can connect with her for coaching at [email protected]. .stk-31ce593{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/pexels-ekaterina-bolovtsova-6978928.jpg) !important}.stk-31ce593:before{background-color:#000000 !important;opacity:0.4 !important} .stk-f2c58c3 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important}Do you want more peace at home? .stk-9d98d95 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}And for your kids to enjoy each other? .stk-bumh84j .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}And to reconcile when they hurt each other? .stk-09ea50c .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}If peace is your goal, take the Sibling Conflict online course. .stk-048c2b6 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-048c2b6 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-048c2b6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-048c2b6 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Dive into the trials and triumphs of parenting teens with CF Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Wetsell and Julia Rupp and our host, Stacy Bellward. They examine teen anxiety, independence, and the art of calm communication. They also unpack ways to stay available and connected through teen struggles, especially with a sensitive or intense child. We know this conversation will encourage you to parent your teens with wisdom and hope. (Note: Stories are shared with permission from their teens, and the use of “they/them” language is related to privacy, not identity.) Mentioned in this podcast: Carlie Dorsey, OT and Owner of Motorvate Kids in Murrell’s Inlet, SC Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Ep 153: A Circle Of Support: What Can a Mentor Do for a Child? Ephesians 6:4 Romans 5:8 Research cited by Katie Wetsell: When is Parental Monitoring Effective? Parenting Styles or Practices? Parenting, Sympathy, and Prosocial Behaviors Among Adolescents The role of relatedness: Applying a developmental-relational view of compassion in adolescence Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. .stk-3qs912h{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-3qs912h-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-3qs912h-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-3qs912h-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-3qs912h .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-r6o5twc .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-65zsjxu{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-65zsjxu .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-0mqvakl .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-mhox1kx .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-mhox1kx .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-mhox1kx .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-mhox1kx .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

Listen in as Stacy talks with Julia Rupp and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about strategies you can use to calm yourself in emotionally charged situations with your kids. Whether you’ve already blown it and need to repair, or you’re trying to proactively remain calm, this conversation offers practical ideas to pause and reset so you can parent with wisdom and grace. The way we show up matters so much, so we’re offering a FREE PDF with all 14 calming strategies you can post as a visual reminder for when you need it most. Mentioned in this podcast: Calming Strategies For Parents PDF Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Galatians 6:9 Hebrews 12 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend! Or take a minute to rate and review our show. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest bio: Julia Rupp is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and lives in South Carolina with her husband and two children. They experienced a significant breakthrough in their parenting while partnering with a Connected Families coach and utilizing the parenting Framework. Because of the incredible impact that Connected Families made in their lives, Julia now desires to walk alongside other families and equip them with perspective and tools so that they might experience that same change and restored hope. Whether you are struggling with toddler meltdowns or teenage rebellion, she would love to encourage you. You can find her at Always Hope Parent Coaching. Katie Wetsell is the Connected Families online course moderator. She is also a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, pediatric nurse, and mom of four through birth and adoption. She is passionate about encouraging and empowering parents to love their families with confidence and connection. Building on her bedside experience, she has also been trained in SPACE treatment (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) to help parents support their children in overcoming anxiety. Her website is www.parentwithhope.org. .stk-bq4of6a {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-bq4of6a-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-bq4of6a-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-bq4of6a-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-bq4of6a .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-84a0tew .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-84a0tew .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-84a0tew .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-rk8h493 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-rk8h493 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-rk8h493 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-rk8h493 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or intense kids in mind, and the principles shared are paired with practical examples and stories from parents who’ve tested the ideas. Plus, we’ve got a free PDF for you: 50 Calming Activities (with ideas for engaging each of the senses). Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! 50 Calming Activities PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Did you find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend, and leave us a review! Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-wmrccs5 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-wmrccs5-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-wmrccs5-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-wmrccs5-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-wmrccs5 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-6kr2get .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-6kr2get .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-6kr2get .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-0qtap8r .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-0qtap8r .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-0qtap8r .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-0qtap8r .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Listen in as Stacy chats with parent coaches Jarrett & Luisa Wendt about the parenting course that has equipped them to understand and help their sensitive children. In today’s episode, Jarrett & Luisa Wendt (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with our host, Stacy Bellward, about the daily meltdowns, sleep issues, stress, and discouragement their family has experienced. Then, they share how they found hope and healing through the Sensitive & Intense Kids online course. Jarrett & Luisa discuss the tools they’ve learned to help their kids regulate and how they’re sustaining positive progress. If you have a sensitive or intense child, you’ll be encouraged by their story and inspired by their persistence to build a safe, connected family with Christ as the foundation. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack video Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Guest Bio: Jarrett and Luisa Wendt are Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches. They have a beautiful family of six children, three in Heaven and three on Earth. Two of their precious children were born into their family through adoption. During a very challenging season, Connected Families led them (and continues to lead them) toward hope, grace, and truth. Together, they have a ministry called Built on Rock Parent Coaching which was born out of the deep desire to pass on that same hope, grace, and truth to as many families as God leads them to! Luisa was joyfully promoted to becoming a stay-at-home Mom after more than a decade of teaching music in the classroom, while Jarrett serves the church in theology and pastoral ministry. For more about their story, ministry, and cute photos, head to their website: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org .stk-nlgqgof{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-nlgqgof-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-nlgqgof-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-nlgqgof-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-nlgqgof .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-4n2mut2 .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-erypho8{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-erypho8 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-rtuem5j .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-03yeiwv .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-03yeiwv .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-03yeiwv .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-03yeiwv .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE

In today’s episode, parent coaches Lynne Jackson and Lydia Rex answer questions from parents about sensitive and intense kids. We’re excited to share another Q & A conversation with you today. The new questions came straight from parents in the CF community, and you’ll likely relate to the scenarios. Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer answers and suggestions based on their combined experiences in occupational therapy, nursing, coaching, and parenting their own sensitive and intense kids. You’ll gain insight into your child and find realistic suggestions for challenging situations. And, as always, you’ll receive God’s grace and truth for you and your child. Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course – 30% off! Rocks in the Backpack PDF Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. .stk-64m3xxg {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-64m3xxg-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-64m3xxg-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-64m3xxg-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-64m3xxg .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-05scmwz .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-05scmwz .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-05scmwz .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-58wjj7e .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-58wjj7e .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-58wjj7e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-58wjj7e .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Listen as parent coach Lydia Rex shares about building hope and strength for parenting when you’re feeling discouraged. In this episode, Stacy and Lydia discuss current factors that contribute to overwhelm in parents. Lydia goes on to offer strategies that can help you overcome challenges and experience freedom on difficult days or in the midst of trying seasons. We know you’ll find hope and practical ideas as she shares relatable parenting moments from her life as a mom and parent coach. Today’s conversation is based on a workshop given at a recent Connected Families Parent Summit hosted in our home state of Minnesota. In the next few months, we’ll share content from all of the Parent Summit workshops, so stay tuned! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. Your donation fuels our work! Donate to Connected Families today. Mentioned in this podcast: FREE downloadable and printable PDF self-coaching worksheet to help you move from discouragement to freedom. Ep 158 with Mandy Arioto .stk-8aksy04 {margin-bottom:39px !important;}.stk-8aksy04-container{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-8aksy04-container:before{background-color:#e2f4f8 !important;}.stk-8aksy04-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px #99999933 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-8aksy04 .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important;}} Do you have a child with BIG feelings and BIG needs? The Sensitive & Intense Kids online course is a game changer. It’s for YOU. .stk-yufqbbd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-yufqbbd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-yufqbbd .stk-button-group{flex-direction:row !important;}} .stk-stlb6p2 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1, #ee6c4d) !important;}.stk-stlb6p2 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2, #98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important;}.stk-stlb6p2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important;}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-stlb6p2 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;}}LEARN MORE

Have you ever been perplexed by the intensity of your child’s big emotions or the frequency of their anger? You really want to help your child! But it can feel confusing and overwhelming, and you may even unintentionally spark more anger. It’s likely that your child’s anger is protecting some softer emotions, such as feeling anxious, alone, or discouraged. Listen to this podcast to gain insight and practical tools to help your child understand and work through their anger! In this podcast, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder and Occupational Therapist) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach and RN) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about anger and anxiety in children. Drawing on their experience supporting families, Lynne and Lydia share how you can look beneath your child’s anger to get out of a stress cycle and into a healing pattern. Other popular Connected Families podcasts in 2023 Episode 121: Teaching Kids the Framework In this podcast, Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to discuss ways parents can model and teach each principle of the Framework: Foundation, Connect, Coach, Correct. This podcast includes a downloadable, 5-session mini curriculum developed by Jim and Lynne to help teach the Framework to children in interactive and hands-on ways. Episode 122: How To Know If Your Child Needs a Diagnosis or Extra Support All children go through more challenging developmental seasons, but some children are wired differently altogether, also known as neurodiverse. These kids often benefit from the understanding and support of professionals. In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) are joined by Mandy Cuda, MD. Listen in on a profound conversation to help parents navigate the choice to seek a diagnosis or support for a struggling child. Episode 123: Advocating for Your Sensitive or Neurodiverse Child Communicating with teachers, coaches, and other adults about how to support your sensitive or neurodiverse child may feel difficult to navigate, but thankfully, other parents have also walked that journey and have some practical wisdom to share. In this podcast, Marni Love (former public school teacher, home educator, and Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) and Taylor Irby (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) to share their experiences about advocating for a sensitive child. Taylor and Marni offer practical ideas to empower you so your child can receive the support they need in any environment. Episode 124: Empowering Your Differently Wired Child Do you have a child who is wired differently? You’ve probably felt frustrated or discouraged at times about how to support your child through daily routines or going to school. Knowing what your child needs and offering that at the right time may be challenging. In this podcast episode, Katie Wetsell and Corrie Thetford (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) join Stacy Bellward (podcast host) for a conversation about empowering your uniquely and wonderfully wired child. .stk-fes308o{margin-bottom:39px !important}.stk-fes308o-container{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-fes308o-container:before{background-color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}.stk-fes308o-container:hover{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px rgba(153,153,153,0.2) !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-fes308o .stk-block-card__image{width:100% !important;height:250px !important}} .stk-xhf4euv .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-6,#e4eff5) !important}Do you have a child with EXTRA needs? .stk-2n4fgu4{margin-bottom:12px !important}.stk-2n4fgu4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}Parenting isn’t easy, but when you’ve got an extra INTENSE or SENSITIVE child with big feelings… it’s even harder. .stk-tevfbw4 .stk-block-text__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important}The Sensitive and Intense Kids online course will equip you to parent well, even with these unique kiddos. .stk-i3t2kgk .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-i3t2kgk .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-i3t2kgk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-i3t2kgk .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}LEARN MORE