First Half Parenting with Paul and Sherri Peterson

In this episode, recorded on a cell phone while sitting by a campfire, we discuss the causes, effects, and some ways to address childhood obesity.  This discussion was fueled by Dr. Leonard Sax's book, "The Collapse of Parenting."  Even if your kids do not struggle with weight issues, there is some good stuff in this discussion!

Your child's daily schedule (their calendar) is an INCREDIBLY powerful tool for First Half Parents! Your kids are doing things and going places with people... they are listening to them too. What and who they listen to is shaping who they will become! In this episode, Paul and Sherri discuss how to leverage the calendar (and the car and wallet) to positively shape your child's future! You can hear...

You know that you are "the average of the five people with whom you spend the most time." This is true for your kids too! Their friends are talking, and your kids are listening!  In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about the importance of helping your children pick good friends. This is part two of a three-part series called, "Listening and Learning." You can hear part-one here .

In part one of a three-part series, Paul and Sherri talk about why it is important to LISTEN in a world that talks a lot.  Did you know that the best way to teach your kids to listen is to LISTEN FIRST? Listen to this podcast and you'll see why!!!

In this episode, Paul and Sherri discuss the idea that personal finances have public consequences. They also share ideas and practices that will help you help your children spend wisely and avoid debt! This is the third in a three-part series on money. You can listen to part one here and part two here .

In this episode, Paul and Sherri, explain why GIVING and SAVING are a critical part of any financial plan, and why every child should start doing them TODAY! Remember, "Parents are the number one influence on their children’s financial behaviors, so it’s up to us to raise a generation of mindful consumers, investors, savers, and givers.” Beth Kobliner, Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even if You’re...

In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about the value of work (SECRET: Every child can and should work). They give a three-step plan you can use TODAY to help your kids work and do good work that even they will appreciate! This is the first of a three-part discussion on MONEY!

In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about how to recover from a parenting mistake! It's "Baby Step #6 - Call Mulligans." Every parent makes mistakes... learn how to recover well so you don't damage those "Rubber Picassos"! (You'll understand "Rubber Picassos" after you listen to this conversation).

In this episode, Paul and Sherri discuss the "5th Baby Step" in the First Half Parenting Journey... Do Discipline That Works! If you have wondered how to discipline your kids, this episode is for you!

Paul and Sherri discuss Baby Step "#4, "Get a Ph. D. in Your Child", but first they discuss and laugh their way through the "21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. They also share some regret in the "guitar that was never played" story.

Paul and Sherri discuss Baby Step #3, "Be THE Teacher", but first Sherri shares some great insight on disciplining your child! RESOURCE: E-book - "Baby Step #3: Be THE Teacher."

Paul and Sherri discuss Baby Step #2, "How to Create a Great Environment", and along the way they laugh about stories that never end and houses that don't want to stay clean! RESOURCE: E-book - Baby Step #2: Create Great Environments

Paul and Sherri show you WHY and HOW to care for yourself as a parent and they share several important resources. E-book: Baby Step #1 - Take Care of Yourself Problem/Punishment Chart

In this inaugural episode, Paul and Sherri explain "First Half Parenting" and reflect on their "First Half Parenting" journey. Resource: "Baby Step #1: Take Care of Yourself."