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Send us Fan Mail During the month of August we will be focusing on tips to help your child as he/she prepares to go back to school. In this episode, we discussed five tips for helping your child get organized: 1. Designated Space: Create a designated area in the home for schoolwork or homework to help children focus. 2. Designated Storage Space: Provide a designated storage space for school-relate...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another episode of 5-Minute Parenting! Today's guest, Terry Heller Brown, shares with us valuable insights on recognizing and seizing teachable moments with our children. Key Takeaways: - Use the Acronym STOP:  "S T O P" stands for "Stop," "Take" notice of emotions, "Open" up the conversation, and "Praise" their ins...

Send us Fan Mail Today I had the pleasure of hosting Leigh Ann Mancini, an award-winning author and executive producer of the Sick Kids series books. She shared invaluable insights from her brand new parenting guide, "Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God." The episode delves into the challenges parents face in raising kids to have a strong faith in today&apos...

Send us Fan Mail In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Karen Whiting, an experienced author and speaker, who shared invaluable insights on ways to engage our children in prayer. Karen's practical and hands-on approach to family prayer is not only fun but also effective in helping children grow in their faith. Her book, "52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer," offers...

Send us Fan Mail As parents, we have a unique role in shaping our children's worldview and values, and one aspect that shouldn't be overlooked is instilling a love for missions. Today, I had the pleasure of discussing this important topic with Melissa Heiland, founder of "Beautiful Feet International. " Melissa shared that the act of instilling a heart for missions in our child...

Send us Fan Mail Our guest today on  5-Minute Parenting is Laurie Deverno, who shares with us the importance of building strong family foundations rooted in faith. As a parent, she feels it's vital to be intentional in guiding our children on their spiritual journey. Key Takeaways: 1. Prioritize Family Devotional Time: Establishing regular family devotional times and open discussions about fa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we have the pleasure of hosting the insightful Julie Zine Coleman. As a mother of four grown children and six grandchildren, Julie holds a wealth of experience on today's topic: Mommy Guilt. Julie candidly shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of parenting, offering touching anecdotes and a refreshing perspective on over...

Send us Fan Mail Parenting in today's world can be tough, but today's guest, Maureen Miller, shared some incredible insights on praying the Word of God over our children.   Maureen emphasized the importance of praying the full armor of God over our children, no matter their age. From the helmet of salvation to the sword of the spirit, each piece plays a crucial role in protecting and gui...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our guest Karen Ferguson  shares insights on creating a Bible culture in our homes, protecting our children's innocence, and praying God's word together. Here are three key takeaways for you: 1. Speak God's word over your kids' identity from an early age, combining your spoken words with God's ordained word to create powerful connections....

Send us Fan Mail With summer break just around the corner, it's time to start planning some exciting activities for your kids. In this week's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we discussed the importance of creating a bucket list of summer activities for your children. Whether it's encouraging them to try a new sport, embarking on a road trip, or embracing outdoor adventures, there are...

Send us Fan Mail In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Mel Taveras, a seasoned expert in youth culture, mental health coaching, and parenting. Dr. Taveras shared valuable insights on how parents can guide their children through the complexities of today's youth culture, incorporating age-appropriate discussions and grounding them in God's truths. Here are some key tak...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I again put on my teacher hat as we discuss ADHD accommodations in public schools for children. It's important for parents to understand how public schools typically make accommodations for ADHD students. In public schools, these accommodations are known as 504 plans, which are designed to offer support for ADHD students. Some typical accommodations include: 1. P resen...

Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we dove into the characteristics of kids with ADHD from a teacher and parental perspective. As someone with a master's in education specializing in learning disabilities and a parent of a child with ADHD, I shared insights that can help you identify if your child is displaying ADHD characteristics. Key Takeaways: - Understanding AD...

Send us Fan Mail So, how can you utilize active listening to encourage your child? Here are some key takeaways from the episode: 1. Give your child your full attention and make eye contact when they speak to you. 2. Listen to them without interrupting and allow them to express themselves fully. 3. Show empathy and validate their feelings by reflecting back what they are saying. 4. Ask open-ended q...

Send us Fan Mail  Encouraging Your Children: Tips from the 5-Minute Parenting Podcast In this week's episode of the 5-Minute Parenting podcast, we delved into the important topic of encouraging our children. We explored the powerful impact of creating a positive environment at home through words of affirmation and genuine praise. It's crucial for our children to feel valued and appreciat...

Send us Fan Mail In a recent episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we had the pleasure of hosting a special guest, Jennifer Bosma, who shared an insightful discussion about "The Best Gift Every Parent Should Give." We were touched by her heartfelt story and valuable parenting advice. Jennifer shared a unique and meaningful gift idea for parents - a journal for their children. This journal serve...

Send us Fan Mail Time management is an important skill for our children to learn beginning early in life, but today I’m going to give 15 Tips for Time Management for High Schoolers. These will be listed in the Notes. They are a free downloadable from Your Therapy Source,  which has all kinds of resources—some free, some that have a cost . I’ll put their contact info in the Notes. 1. Prioritize Tas...

Send us Fan Mail Today's guest, Rachel Norman, is a devoted mother of five who is passionate about teaching her children to live a godly life and equipping them with life skills to make godly choices  that align with the Bible. As the "Routine Queen," Rachel helps parents develop simple routines so their home can be a peaceful haven, not a source of stress. During the episode, Rache...

Send us Fan Mail In our last podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Tricia Poole, a homeschooling parent of six children. Last week, Trish shared the first 5 things she wish she knew as a beginning homeschooler and today Trish is sharing her final 5 tips for: "10 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginning Homeschooler"  Here are some of her key points. 6. Differentiating Between Mom an...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we continued our topic of "Helping Our Children Deal with Fear (Part 2)."  We discussed practical ways to help children handle fear, including some valuable tips and resources. Here are three key takeaways from the episode: 🔹 Encourage children to come up with their own solutions to deal with their fears. This helps them learn problem-solving sk...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into practical tips for parents to help their children deal with and overcome fear. It's essential to equip our children with strategies to manage fear from an early age, setting them up for success as they grow. Key takeaways: - Cultivate trust: Spend quality time with your child, listen to their concerns, and respect their feelings to build trust a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, I am joined by special guest Janet McHenry, author of 26 books, including "Praying Personalities: Finding Your Natural Prayer Style." Janet shares her journey of discovering the various prayer styles individuals have, and how these styles are influenced by their unique personalities. Janet's insight has come partially from expl...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we discuss a crucial topic that every parent of a teenager can relate to: teenage moodiness versus depression. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of distinguishing between typical teenage behavior and signs of depression in adolescents. The teenage years can be tumultuous for our children, as they navigate academic pressures, hor...

Send us Fan Mail I don’t know anyone who remembers loving middle school—the physical changes, the up-and-down emotions, the longing to fit in, navigating turbulent friendships, etc., etc. etc. I just ran across and article in Christian Parenting from which I’m going to share today. Author, Kari Kampakis shares " 10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know." I think as parents, we also need to...

Send us Fan Mail In our last episode, we looked at what the latest research is saying about the dangers of too much screen time for babies and toddlers. . As technology becomes more integrated into our daily lives, it's crucial for us as parents to be aware of the potential effects of excessive screen time on our children. Today we're going to look at some signs that may indicate your ch...