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Send us Fan Mail I recently delved into the latest research regarding screen time and its effects on our little ones' developing brains. A just published study from Drexel University sheds light on the potential consequences of early exposure to screens, such as TV and other devices, for infants and toddlers. 1. Early access to screens may lead to sensory challenges in childhood: The study su...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we're diving into the important topic of overindulging our children. We explore the impact of constantly giving our kids more than they need, and the consequences it can have on their development. From the pressure of consumerism to the role of parents in teaching responsibility, we uncover practical strategies for guiding our children t...

Send us Fan Mail Jennifer Bowman is a devoted mother and author known for her book "I Know the Plans."  With three grown daughters of her own, Jennifer understood the importance of praying scripture over her children from a young age. Initially, she would read and pray these scriptures over her daughters every night. Over time, she added more scriptures to her nightly prayers, creating a...

Send us Fan Mail After the holiday break, kids will be heading back to school, and one of the most important things we as parents can help our children with  is teaching them how to get and stay organized. Building these habits early in their lives will benefit them throughout their career as a student and later as an adult.   In today’s episode we cover:  1. Creating a designated homework space a...

Send us Fan Mail Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Homeschool Journey with guest speaker Kris Cox 1. Make discipleship your highest priority. 2. Realize that homeschooling is more than just an educational method, it’s a lifestyle. 3. Make it your goal to instill a love for learning in your children. 4. Parents work as a team in educating their children. 5. It’s important to find support. 6. Dependi...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve all read statistics about how child and teen depression has been on a steady increase since COVID and with the increasing popularity of social media. Bullying is also on the rise, and right behind it is teen suicide.  In her book, God-Confident Kids: Helping Your Child Find True Purpose, Passion, and Peace , Cyndie Claypool De Neve’s says, “There is a confidence crisis in a...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of “5-Minute Parenting,” we discuss the importance of allowing our children to fail. Failure is a natural part of life, and parents need to teach their children how to learn from their failures and grow from them.  We also discuss how communication, unconditional love, and support can help children take responsibility for their bad decisions. We discuss the importa...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever heard a parent perhaps in a grocery store yelling at their kids—berating them, telling them they are no good for nothing? I cringe when I hear things like that because WORDS —especially our words as parents— have the power to actually shape how a child sees themselves now and in the future. We know how someone’s harsh or critical words can hurt us even as adults. And...

Send us Fan Mail Holidays are a  busy time for families with traveling and holiday activities, so I'm re-posting the top five podcasts of this past year. So be sure to check each week to see if you missed one of the top episodes. We'll be back in 2024 with new episodes covering some topics such as: How to Help a Fearful Child How to Help Your ADHD Child How Does Your Child Learn Best Wha...

Send us Fan Mail Today, the world’s influence on our children begins so much earlier than most of us experienced in our lives. We live in a society where even young children are bombarded daily with media advertisements on TV, social media, magazines, etc. that portray success as external beauty, popularity, sexiness, etc. The earlier we begin in a child’s life to build that foundation of Truth, t...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s special guest is Anastasia Corbin. She’s a dedicated mother of four and an advocate of faith, family, and fitness. She is passionate about sharing her insights and experiences to help overwhelmed moms prioritize their family relationships. She is the author of Becoming an Intentional Family and co-author of When the Bases are Loaded: Encouragement for Moms to Hit a Grand S...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode I have the privilege of interviewing Crystal Bowman, an award-winning and best-selling author of over 100 books for children and families. Crystal Bowman is not only an accomplished author but also a mentor and coach for children's writers.  Crystal's heart is to reach children with the message of Jesus from a young age. She believes that even the very...

Send us Fan Mail I gave a lot of statistics last week about bullying, defined what bullying is and looked at the four types of bullying. We also gave a few ways you can help your child if they tell you they are being bullied. This week we are going to look at some traits kids who are bullied often have, and some ways you can help your child if they are being bullied. First, let’s look at some comm...

Send us Fan Mail Bullying is becoming a huge issue affecting younger and younger children. Comparitech conducted a survey of over 1000 parents of children over the age of 5 with these results: 47.7% of parents with children ages 6-10 reported their children were bullied. 56.4% of parents with children ages 11-13 reported their children were bullied. ( https://www.comparitech.com/blog/vpn-privacy/b...

Send us Fan Mail We have a special guest today on 5-Minute Parenting. Melissa Henderson is an award-winning author and a passionate advocate for praying with grandchildren. Melissa shares her thoughts on the importance of prayer in the lives of children and grandchildren, highlighting how it not only teaches them about God's love, but also strengthens the bond between generations. Through hea...

Send us Fan Mail Matthew Krekeler is a devoted father who deeply reflects on what it means to be a dad. He believes that the heart of fatherhood is building strong relationships, just like our relationship with God as our Heavenly Father. Matthew finds great inspiration in the Lord's Prayer, which invites us to know God as a loving father.  Matthew believes that the primary role of a father i...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we delve into the fascinating topic of how the internet is changing our children's brains. With the internet providing instant access to information and shaping the way we interact with the world, it's clear that its impact goes beyond mere convenience. Excessive use of the internet can lead to negative effects on attention...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest is Mel Tavares, a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling and a Board Certified Master Health Coach who is passionate about children's well-being. She believes that the current generation is facing numerous challenges, including the impact of technology and social media on their mental health. In this podcast episode, she shares five helpful tips for parents a...

Send us Fan Mail Grandparents play a vital role in shaping the lives of their grandchildren, and on this episode of 5-Minute Parenting we explore the importance of being a Christian mentor to the younger generation.  In a culture that values “new” and “youth,” grandparents can often be viewed as obsolete when it comes to having anything to offer society today, but godly grandparents have an import...

Send us Fan Mail Let me suggest that instead of asking simply, “How was school today?” try some of the following questions: 1. What’s something new you leaned to do in school today? 2. What’s something fun that happened at school today? Or something funny that happened or something that made you sad or angry? Tell me about it. 3. How would you rate your day today: 1-great; 2- good; 3-ok; 4-below a...

Send us Fan Mail My pastor reminded us last Sunday that we are in a spiritual battle everyday—a battle against an enemy who seeks to steal, kill and destroy. And we don’t fight that war with natural weapons, but with the spiritual weapon of prayer. Our enemy is focused on destroying this generation of children with cultural lies, worldly, distractions, and sexual perversions. My pastor challenged...

Send us Fan Mail Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Homeschool Journey with guest speaker Kris Cox a. Make discipleship your highest priority. b. Realize that homeschooling is more than just an educational method, it’s a lifestyle. c. Make it your goal to instill a love for learning in your children. d. Parents work as a team in educating their children. e. It’s important to find support. f. Dependi...

Send us Fan Mail Guest Speaker Kris Cox, homeschool speaker, blogger, author, and consultant. Benefits of Homeschooling: I.Homeschooling is parent-led, home-based education. A.There are currently approximately 4.3 million home educators in the US. B.Great resource for HS stats: www.nheri.org. II.Benefits of homeschooling a. Academic success b. One on one teaching c. Individualizing curriculum to f...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we're addressing a topic that every parent needs to be aware of: "Online Grooming." With the rise of digital communication, it's crucial to understand the tactics that predators use to exploit and abuse children online. From establishing deceptive relationships to desensitizing children to inappropriate content, the grooming process is...

Send us Fan Mail We’ve all read statistics about how child and teen depression has been on a steady increase since COVID and with the increasing popularity of social media. Bullying is also on the rise, and right behind it is teen suicide.  In her book, God-Confident Kids: Helping Your Child Find True Purpose, Passion, and Peace , Cyndie Claypool De Neve’s says, “There is a confidence crisis in a...