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send us a text via Fan Mail! Bravado. Toughness. When a child won't show their feelings, even thought we know they're there.   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! Cathy Jo Lang is a certified life coach and host of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast. We discuss our journey in embracing the Catholic faith, navigating tragedy, and finding support in creating and attaining our goals.    Cathy Jo Lang LLC - Coaching, Training and Speaking + On Instagram @cathyjolangllc The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast indelible marks (blog post)  Co...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I discuss boys and their tendency to play war-like games. Is it a cause for concern? Is it appropriate for boys being raised with Christian values?  3:25 - Question from a listener  6:41 - Elizabeth shares how she manages this issue in her home  9:47 - Bonnie shares her comfort level with battles and weaponry in games  13:12 - Could playing these games he...

send us a text via Fan Mail! my take on it, some thoughts on choosing writing samples Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! 00:42 - Welcome Heather  3:37 - The Baby Sleep Connection Podcast  5:39 - What to do when spouse disagrees with bed sharing  11:33 - Reducing the risk of sharing sleep space  12:24 - Supporting the emotional and developmental needs of our toddlers  19:11 - Counterwill and separation trauma 26:00 - Connection, feeling safe and unconditionally loved  28:52 - Attachment a...

send us a text via Fan Mail! There are some unique challenges that come with having a voracious reader on our hands - providing quality literature, vetting age appropriate content, giving them a challenge as necessary.  I share some ideas in navigating these concerns.. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Exp...

send us a text via Fan Mail! acting out and expectations  Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! my take on it, interruptions free of charge Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! This episode was recorded before I broke my wrist. That’s why I sound so normal. Sofia joins me once again to discuss her newest venture into small business ownership. We discuss what makes a good shoe - comfort, flexibility, stability and all without sacrificing beauty for our little ones.    OLIVE BRANCH CO - Artisan Leather Baby and Toddler Shoes   ~Enjoy 15% off wi...

send us a text via Fan Mail! an ask for prayers and response to a fanmail! Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! They're all going back to school and it sounds fun and exciting.  My listener is committed to homeschool but her peace is disrupted by these thoughts.   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! A listener wonders if she is giving her kids enough time, presence and attention.  What are realistic expectations?   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! Hello all my listeners and I have such a backlog of questions that people have sent in over the last month or two while I've been busy attending to my own family and our family wedding and it's been a beautiful exceptionally busy summer so I have been backlogging your questions and trust me I'll get to them. This is a part one, short my take on it, about...

send us a text via Fan Mail! A quick fan mail question spinning off the previous sleep episode! Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! A lovely fan mail from a listener with little ones.  How do we keep babies safe for sleep once they are mobile?  My own experience and some ideas from friends.   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podca...

send us a text via Fan Mail! A short episode from a fan mail...such great questions.  Is it a rough season? Why does having a home centred life matter?   Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! In today's episode I answer questions on discipline from two moms who share similar challenges. What can we actually do when our kids are being defiant and disobedient? What if we are concerned that a gentle approach may be perceived as permissiveness? What if we feel that we have failed as a mom? Ohhhh how we all can relate!  As an Amazon Associate I earn from qu...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Just catching up on some fan mail over the last month or so, apologies for late replies my dear listeners!  I'll produce a few episodes over the summer, but looking forward to attending to our family and having a little rest. 1:40 - Fanmail #1 : Toddler bangs head on the ground intentionally 11:50 - Fanmail #2 : Toddler is pushing bed time and won't go to sle...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Chris Lewis is the creator and artist behind Baritus Catholic and joins me today for a discussion on art and the transmission of beauty in modern day living.  We discuss his beginnings as an artist, teaching art appreciation and commentary on his very own works of the saints. Please view his various items on his Etsy shop here . 00:52 - Welcome, family and work 6:15 -...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I talk about what we can do when kids are bored.  And also when moms are burned out. 2:39 - My child doesn't cope well with boredom 8:04 - Providing structure and giving purpose 11:30 - Creating a space or boredom cupboard  14:35 - Fun ideas and tools 21:59 - Accepting our limits and saying no 26:40 - Stacking and making things special 30:03 - Simple...

send us a text via Fan Mail! A long time listener, Sofia, brings this question to the show...such a difficult time of life when you have two littles!  We discuss some strategies helping the toddler cope and managing the environment. 1:22 - Welcome Sofia! 3:45 - How to protect baby from hitting toddler 8:42 - Busy basket and activities 10:09 - Babywearing, having older siblings 12:02 - Talking to h...

send us a text via Fan Mail! check out the daily reflection here with yours truly I've updated my resource page and SO MUCH MORE TO COME! Main page HERE. Contact On Instagram at @make.joy.normal   By email at makejoynormal@gmail.com Search podcast episodes by topic   www.bonnielandry.ca Shop my recommended resources Thanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

send us a text via Fan Mail! Dr. Christine Schintgen is a mom, homeschooler, professor and President of Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College in Barry's Bay, Ontario. In this episode we discuss the home-life and work-life balance when God calls us to work outside the home. 3:45 - Importance of flexibility  7:06 - Answering the call to work outside the home  8:45 - Coping with difficulties  12:14 -...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Elizabeth and I answer a listener's questions on discipline, boundaries and how to take charge of a situation without damaging the relationship. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The Catholic Coaching Podcast (Metanoia Catholic) Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Mate compassion (...

send us a text via Fan Mail! Christina and I discuss a few things, focusing on the particular discipleship of our beautiful boys.    5:41 - Healthy boundaries and transactional discipline 9:55 - Approach for young boys 12:45 - Discipline as they get older 17:04 - Swift action not reactive  22:53 - Practicing humour and playfulness 26:02 - How to handle mouthy boys 34:12 - We model behaviour As an...