Girl Mom Podcast

It's a well-known statistic that 85% of people who place their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior do so between the ages of 4 to 14. Knowing this increases the urgency for ministries to work in tandem to bring the Gospel to children before the teenage years. Join Kari as she talks to Kathy Anderson, a Mountain Brook grandmother who has led Bible Studies for children for 40+ years and equip...

In today's world of superstars, having a stellar resume isn't enough. Whether your child is applying for a job, grad school, or another opportunity, they'll always be up against equally talented (or more talented) candidates. What's often the deciding factor in who gets selected are those soft skills that can be taught in school yet are very evident once you talk to someone. Jo...

One thing most girls don’t realize about boys is how much courage it takes to ask someone out. And one thing most boys don't realize about girls is how they need consistency in a relationship - not someone who starts off strong and then quits making effort once they're dating. Join Kari and the always hilarious Cynthia Yanoff for a fun discussion about helping your child navigate today&a...

We all need our happy place, a special setting that feels like home, and for thousands of girls over the past 40+ years, Camp Hollymont has been that place. Join Kari as she talks to Missy and Loren Jane Roper about the confidence and growth in faith, friendships, and character that happens as girls find a home away from home at this beloved Christian camp. Ep. 103 Show Notes:  o Learn More About...

As children today face epidemic levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, we need more grandparents stepping up to plate. Grandparents who love them well, pass on their faith, and share their hard-earned wisdom. Join Kari as she interviews Patti Remmert, a quintessential grandmother with a huge heart for families and a solid understanding of what matters most in life.  Ep. 102 Show Notes:  o ...

True confidence comes from God - and knowing your identity in Christ. At Birmingham's Grace House Ministries, girls in foster care are given stable Christian homes that create transformational change and help them break generational cycles of poverty and abuse.  Join Kari as she speaks with Pamela Phipps, Executive Director of Grace House, as she shares the vision of founder Lois Coleman to d...

Lulu Gribbin's survival story began on June 7, 2024. While diving for sand dollars with friends on Florida's Gulf Coast, she was attacked by a bull shark, severing her left hand and part of her right leg. After waking up from surgery, Lulu's first words were "I MADE IT" and this statement has set the tone for Lulu's miraculous journey of recovery, strength, and tenaci...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the intense sadness and pain in our world? How do you navigate heartbreak and disappointment without losing hopel? Join Kari as she talks to Bryson Kessler, who recently lost her sister, about what it means to fight the good fight and fix your eyes on heaven.  Ep. 99  Show Notes: o Find Bryson on Instagram at Clover and Bee and Honey for Your Heart o Beth's Pla...

Everyone agrees that good health matters, so now the question is, how do you pursue health in moderation ? How do you give your body the attention it deserves without creating an idol by obsessing over your workouts, your food, your weight, or your goals? Join Kari as she welcomes Meredith Mann, founder of The Peachie Spoon, back to the podcast to talk about wellness from a balanced perspective. E...

How do you turn a passion into a business - and grow successfully from a grassroots level? Kari talks to Hartwell Furr, the 24-year-old founder of Nanny Network, about why college is the perfect time to start a business and how she found her niche connecting Southern sorority girls with families in the Hamptons.  Ep. 97  Show Notes: o Find Hartwell Furr on Instagram: Hartwell Furr , Hartwell Colle...

Psalm 127:4 says that children are like arrows in the hands of a warrior. As parents, we shape our arrows and send them into the future. We decide where to aim.  For Christians, the goal is to launch Christ followers, children who know their purpose and will impact the future for Him. We can’t control, predict, or fix every challenge our children face, but we can pray to One who loves them more th...

So many women carry mother wounds in silence, and sooner or later, this pain will impact their parenting and health. Join Kari and Kim as they discuss ways to address past hurts and find healthy ways to work through them so we don't pass them on. Ep. 95 Show Notes: o Pre-Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your Life...

One challenge of the digital age is knowing who to believe online - and whose advice to trust. As your daughter hits puberty, she gets inundated with messages about the beauty products that she "needs." But what is truly necessary? What ingredients should she avoid? How can your daughter protect her skin and choose an effective skincare routine? Join Kari and Dr. Meg Cherry of Renew Derm...

Do you love to travel and dream of a European vacation? Do you soak up practical tips that can help you plan better and travel more adeptly? Join Kari as she talks to her friend Kathryn Burns, a Birmingham travel agent who specializes in family vacations and can help you create memories of a lifetime. Episode 93 Show Notes: o Contact Kathryn Burns Travel on Instagram or at kathrynburnstravel.com o...

In a world where everyone is called "toxic," how do you identify truly toxic relationships? How do you set boundaries with hurtful people without being ugly and burning bridges? Join Kari and Kim as they cover this tricky topic and offer ideas on how to fight for good relationships - and give space to relationships that wear you down.  Ep. 92 Show Notes: o Order Kari's New Devo for...

What is the difference between an "extrovert" or "introvert"? What insight into your child's personality can help you help them? Join Kari and Kim as they discuss the Meyers-Briggs Personality Test and how to apply it to your family. Ep. 91 Show Notes: o Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Girls: Yours, Not Hers: 40 Devotions to Stop Comparisons and Love Your L...

How do you navigate mean people without becoming mean yourself? How do you heal once you realize that the first mean girl you ever met was the woman who raised you? Join Kari as she talks to NYT bestselling author Melanie Shankle for a deep-dive conversation about Melanie's latest work for girl moms - and the hope that's possible on the other side of friend or family trauma. Ep. 90 Show...

As kids grow up and mature - and especially as they go to college - many will decide that kindness is the #1 quality they want in a friend. Once you’ve been burned by a mean friend, you understand why kindness matters. But in the middle school and sometimes the high school years, some kind girls may get overlooked as they float from group to group but don't have a firm place of belonging. Joi...

Today's girls need grace and grit. Join Kari and Kim as they talk about raising girls who can set healthy boundaries, stand up for themselves, and avoid the people-pleasing trap. Ep. 89 Show Notes: o Join Kari & Kim at the Moms With Impact Retreat in Nashville Oct. 25-26. Use the code NASHVILLE until Sept. 15 to get a $100 discount. o Pre-Order Kari's New Devo for Teen and College Gi...

Parenting is hard with two engaged parents...and for single parents, the challenges amplify. Join Kari as she talks to Anna Harris,  a single mom of 3 boys who lost her husband to colon cancer in 2010, as Anna shares hope for single parents and those who want to love them well. Make sure and get Anna's new book GOD'S GRACE FOR EVERY FAMILY , packed with wisdom and encouragement! Ep. 87 S...

Ep. 86 Show Notes: o Join Kari & Kim at Moms With Impact , a 2-Day Retreat for Moms of Teens in Nashville Oct. 25-26. Space is limited, so register now. Use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount for a limited time. o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life ,  Instagram , Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guide o   Join Kari's Substack and email list o   Kari’s...

Ep. 85 Show Notes: o Join Kari & Kim at Moms with Impact , a 2-Day Nashville Retreat for Moms of Teens, October 25-26. Space is limited, so register now. Use the code NASHVILLE to get a $200 discount for a limited time. o  Contact Kim at Kim Anderson Life ,  Instagram , Real Tools for Parenting Anxious Kids or the free Burnt-Out Mom Guide o   Join Kari's new community on Substack and  Kar...

Relationships are never perfect because people are never perfect. And how your child handles a social heartache or disappointment is largely determined by the way you handle their situation. Join Kari and Kim, a Nashville counselor, as they share tips and strategies to help you guide your daughter/son through the ups and downs of teenage relationships. Ep. 84 Show Notes: o Join Kari & Kim at M...

One universal challenge facing moms of teenage girls today is finding clothes that are fashionable, classy, and appealing to both generations.  Join Kari as she talks to her friend Dora Cothren, co-owner of Theodora in Homewood, Alabama, about ways to navigate the current landscape of "barely there" clothing and avoiding the fights that often come when shopping with your teenage daughter...

We all need friends who help us process serious life matters - without taking ourselves too seriously.  Cynthia Yanof, author of the newly released book Life is Messy, God is Good , is that funny friend in the trenches who "gets" our secret struggles as women and helps us feel stronger and more equipped to get to the other side. Join Kari as she talks to Cynthia Yanoff about seeing God&a...