The Empowered Parent Podcast

  It's easy to get distracted by the newest video or latest parenting trend, but are these things really the right thing for your family? When it comes to connected parenting, it helps to find your trusted voices and to go back to those resources that helped you find your way in the first place. New is not always better. In this episode, Ryan, Kayla, and Chris discuss the tried and true parenting...

When it comes to parenting, do you give up too soon? Do you struggle to get out of your comfort zone and try something new? If you're new here, or you've wandered away from the connected parenting approach, this episode is for you. Join Ryan, Kayla, and Chris in a discussion about our on-demand and attention-deficit society, and how that impacts our connected parenting approach. Share it with a fr...

In this episode, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla continue their discussion on trauma-informed care. They share stories and examples of the practical application of connected parenting ideas and how they can be used to build trust. One Big  Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

In this episode, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla take a long, hard look at trauma-informed care. They discuss what it is, what it isn't, and what it's become. As the ideas become more widely accepted, they can become more misunderstood, leading to actions that don't help those who have experienced trauma. One Big  Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

  In this episode, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla continue the discussion on how we can learn more about attachment in the Bible. In this episode, they discuss what we can learn about attachment, forgiveness, and reconciliation in the parable of the prodigal son. Leaving us to ponder, "Can I continue to love and pursue my children when they don't respect me and push me away?" One Big  Happy Home Web  |  F...

In this episode, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla discuss how Biblical love and secure attachment work together. Many of us hear Jesus’ command to “Love your neighbor as yourself.” But we rarely stop to ask what that actually means in our homes, or consider our children as our neighbors. Loving your neighbor isn’t just about being nice; it’s about wanting what is best for someone else, in the same way that...

WE'RE BACK! After a break that was much too long, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla return and take a deeper dive into the topic of attachment. Listen as they discuss how the four attachment styles manifest in relationship with our kids and make a strong case for caregivers to make sense of their histories so they can break the negative generational cycles. This episode is a must-listen for anyone wanting to...

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are still getting back to basics and are talking about attachment in this episode. Understanding relationships (attachment) is foundational in understanding why we relate to other people the way we do. It also helps us understand why our children relate to us the way they do. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dall...

  Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are taking listener questions in this episode and they start with a fairly common one: food hoarding. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

  Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are still getting back to basic and are talking about the brain in this episode again. They discuss how your brain creates, stores, and recalls memories and why it is an important survival mechanism.   One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are back after a short break and have decided to get back to basics. In this episode, they start with a conversation about the brain. They discuss how your brain was formed, how it processes information, and so much more.   One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are joined by Jamie Finn to discuss birth family relationships. They talm about the importance of advocating for and honoring the children's birth families, and in doing so create a network of support for the children and their families.   One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

  Chris, Kayla, and Ryan sat down with their friend Beth Guckenberger, Co-Executive Director of Back2Back Ministries, to discuss marriage. With almost 100 years of wedded experience, they shared what they've learned about themselves, their spouses, and how they've managed to stay connected while parenting their kids.    One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  E...

  Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are once again joined by their friend Will Standfest of The Connected Parenting Minute Podcast. They dive into all of the educational options available to families; Homeschool, Public School, and Private School.  The Connected Parenting Minute Links Facebook Instagram YouTube Podcast Website One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email...

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan are joined by their friend Will Standfest of The Connected Parenting Minute Podcast. They discuss the need to get on the same page with the school no matter your educational choices for your family.   The Connected Parenting Minute Links Facebook Instagram YouTube Podcast Website One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by ...

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan sit down with their friend Sandra Flach, Founder and Executive Director of Justice for Orphans and host of The Adoption and Foster Care Journey Podcast. They discuss the myths and realities of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and offer some ways to help. Sandra is an FASD Educator and Coach. Links Justice for Orphans The Adoption and Foster Care Journey Podcast FASD Re...

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan sit down with their friend Daren Jones and reflect on all things parenting. Daren is the Associate Director of Training & Consultation services with the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (KPICD) at TCU. We recently had a conversation with our friend Daren Jones and reflected on all things parenting. In the midst of the discussion, Daren shared this piece of wis...

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan did something they hadn't done before, they recorded an episode live in front of an audience. The team took questions from the audience and responded to them at the Replanted Conference in Chicago. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Kayla plays host in this episode as she interviews Ryan about his new book, Wherever You Go: A 28-Day Devotional for Adoptive & Foster Parents.  Purchase your copy on Amazon NOW! One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan discuss whether the ideal situation is attainable and conclude that it shouldn't be, but we need to keep striving for it. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

  The conversation continues as Chris, Kayla, and Ryan dive deeper into their four steps to help parents stay regulated and engaged with their children.  One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Kayla, and Ryan discuss four steps to help parents stay regulated and engaged with their children. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

After watching Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, Chris, Ryan, and Kayla sit down to discuss the movie. Listen to hear their thoughts. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Ryan, and Kayla take on an issue that every adoptive and foster family will face. They share their experiences and off some advice when it comes to telling your kids their story. One Big Happy Home Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email Produced by  Dallas Stacy

Chris, Ryan, and Kayla talk about that voice of doubt that everyone deals with in this episode. If you find yourself working through those feelings of inadequacy, you're in good company, and they break down why.  Web  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  YouTube  |  TikTok  |  Email  |  Patreon Produced by  Dallas Stacy