Parenting With A Purpose

Send a text What does it mean to parent with a purpose in today's ever-changing world? Join us as we unpack this essential question and explore the art of empowering children to thrive in uncertain times. We promise you'll gain insights into the ripple effects of shifting government policies on family life and how community collaboration can be a beacon of hope and innovation. Discover h...

Send a text Discover the power of parents as the primary educators in today's shifting landscape with our insightful guest, Akil Parker. We'll uncover how the evolving societal and governmental climate calls parents to adapt and innovate, stepping up as key players in their children's education and well-being. Akil brings a wealth of knowledge and challenges us to see the current st...

Send a text Ever wondered how parenting can triumph over societal changes and reduced support systems? Join us as we promise to unravel the secrets of effective parenting in today's unpredictable world. Discover how reclaiming responsibility and leveraging community resources can empower parents to guide their children's development with resilience and intentionality. Through insightful...

Send a text Unravel the nuanced journey of fatherhood with our insightful guest, Akil Parker, who brings a wealth of personal experiences to the table. As a father to three children with three different mothers, Akil provides a heartfelt account of navigating complex family dynamics while keeping the children's well-being at the forefront. This episode promises to challenge your perceptions o...

Send a text What happens when parenting becomes more about the child than the parent? Join us as we explore this profound question with our special guest, Aisha Staples, a resilient mother of four who shares her enlightening journey from single motherhood to building a balanced household with a supportive partner. Aisha opens up about the challenges of raising three boys and a girl, emphasizing th...

Send a text What if parenting could be likened to the art of archery, where children are the arrows needing careful guidance to hit their mark? Join us as we navigate the beautiful responsibilities and joys of parenting, weaving through personal tales like my daughter's newfound passion for wrestling and my niece Lizzie's adventures in grocery shopping for her dorm. The post-pandemic evo...

Send a text Join us as we welcome Akil Parker, a passionate trailblazer in math education who is transforming how we perceive and engage with mathematics. Akil's journey from a high school math teacher to founding All This Math is both inspiring and informative, and he’s on a mission to make math accessible and meaningful for the Black community. Through innovative platforms like YouTube, Aki...

Send a text Ever wondered how your role as a parent could be the key to unlocking your child's future success? This episode of "Parenting with a Purpose" promises to shed light on the pivotal role of parental involvement in education, guiding you to be the bow that launches your child, the arrow, into a world of opportunities. I’m joined by our trusted guest, Kya, an experienced edu...

Send a text Have you ever wondered how your involvement can truly shape your child's future? In this heartwarming episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we promise to unravel the transformative power of parental engagement. Joining us is Kelley Bowers, a remarkable figure in early childhood education, who shares her inspiring journey from managing a home daycare to founding a thrivi...

Send a text What if the key to unlocking your child's potential lies within your own growth and self-discovery? On this episode of Parental Purpose, I, Donna Janel, invite you to join me on a journey of understanding how we can raise the "now generation" to become leaders in today's ever-changing world. Together, we'll explore the profound influence parents have in shaping...

Send a text What if your child's education could be supercharged simply by you becoming more involved? Tiffany Barnes, a seasoned school counselor with over two decades in education, joins us to explore the enormous impact of parental involvement. Tiffany shares her journey from the classroom to counseling, unveiling the vital role schools play as community pillars. Her insights reveal how sc...

Send a text Imagine parents as the bows that guide their children, the arrows, towards their future. This episode, featuring insights from our guest Briel, promises to provide you with fresh perspectives on "Parenting with a Purpose." We tackle the weighty yet crucial topics of parental guidance, community support, and the delicate balance of screen time, all while addressing the ever-pr...

Send a text What if the past experiences of a teacher could illuminate the importance of early childhood education? Join us as we have an engaging conversation with Briel Hurling, an elementary school teacher who has transitioned from being a Teacher in rural Pennsylvania to shaping young minds in an urban charter school in Wilmington, Delaware. Briel shares her distinctive insights on the stark c...

Send a text Have you ever struggled to communicate with your teenage children, only to be met with a frustrating "I don't know"? Join me, Donna Janelle, as I share my personal experiences navigating the world of parenting a 16-year-old in the digital age. We explore the profound impact of technology and social media on family dynamics and the unique challenges they pose for modern p...

Send a text Parenting comes with its unique set of challenges, no matter the circumstances. Have you ever wondered how incarcerated parents maintain their roles or how cultural differences shape parenting practices worldwide? Join us as we navigate these compelling topics and more in Season 3 of "Parenting with a Purpose." We promise to shed light on the struggles faced by parents in var...

Send a text Could the key to breaking generational trauma lie in a parent's healing journey? On this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," join Donna Janel as we explore the transformative power of intentional parenting. Drawing from deeply personal reflections and the poignant film "Divorce in Black," we discuss how unhealed wounds in parents can affect children and perp...

Send a text What if the chemicals in your child's food are hastening their journey through puberty? We tackle this unsettling question right off the bat as Pam and I explore the increasing onset of early puberty linked to dietary and environmental factors. From the hidden dangers lurking in seemingly harmless seaweed wraps to the health implications of chemical-laden produce, we stress the ur...

Send a text Have you ever wondered how the roles of fathers shape the future of their children? Join us on "Parenting with a Purpose" as we celebrate the unsung heroes of fatherhood. This episode delves into the multifaceted responsibilities of fathers in nurturing well-rounded children, especially during June—Father's Month. I share personal stories about prepping my daughter Lizzi...

Send a text Ever wondered what makes a father truly irreplaceable in a child's life? In this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we uncover the critical role fathers play in shaping their children's futures. I, Donna Janel, dive deep into the heart of fatherhood with our special guest, Drew, who brings profound insights and personal stories that illuminate the necessity of a...

Send a text What if you could transform your parenting style from a strict disciplinarian to a compassionate mentor? Join me, Donna Janel, and my guest, Ceez, a dedicated single father, as we unravel our journeys through parenthood, particularly focusing on the African-American community. With Father’s Day on the horizon, I share my own experiences of raising children and nieces without their fath...

Send a text Ever felt the weight of parenting, especially when life throws curveballs your way? I'm Donna Janel, and after a rejuvenating two-week hiatus filled with personal celebrations, I'm back to share my deeply personal journey of raising my niece, who has overcome immense challenges to graduate with honors and is now on her way to join the Marines. This episode is dedicated to all...

Send a text As I navigated the highs and lows of parenting, from celebrating my daughter's military acceptance to grappling with teenage tribulations, my own triumph in becoming a registered nurse reminded me that our children are always watching, learning from our perseverance. It's this spirit of setting powerful examples that we carry into today's episode, where we're joined...

Send a text Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to be the perfect parent? You're not alone. Join me, Donna Janel, as we strip away the superhero cape and discuss the real, raw, and often untold stories of motherhood. From the crushing pressures of perfection to the liberation of embracing our unique parenting paths, this episode is an honest look at the highs...

Send a text Join me, Donna Janel, as I team up with the insightful Rhonda Santos to peel back the layers on a topic that's both personal and universal – healing from the scars of narcissistic abuse and codependency. Celebrating a pivotal moment in my own journey towards becoming a registered nurse, we draw parallels between the transformation of graduates embarking on new beginnings and our o...

Send a text Have you ever witnessed a teenager's unexpected leap into maturity or grappled with the delicate equilibrium of single parenting? Today, on Parenting with a Purpose, Pam and I, Donna Janel, share heartfelt tales and insights that strike a chord with every caregiver. From the surprising growth of adolescents to the gritty reality of a mother's absence when choosing a cruise ov...