The Mind of a Child

→ Prayer Calendar → Our book recommendations Learning to read is one of the most pivotal milestones in a child’s life—and yet, it’s often clouded with pressure, comparison, and confusion. On this episode, we explore what it really means to be “reading ready” by drawing from research-backed methods, personal parenting experiences, and biblical principles. We'll help you understand how to foster ear...

→ Prayer Calendar Summer offers a unique opportunity to slow down, connect, and refocus on what really matters. But for many parents, it quickly becomes a season of hustle, pressure, and endless activity. In this episode, we share practical, faith-centered ideas for engaging your children from backyard discovery and theme days to pointing your kids to God through nature and Scripture. This episode...

→ Prayer Calendar Motherhood is full of noise, rushing, and never-ending to-do lists, but what if slowing down was the most important thing you could do for your child today? In this episode of The Mind of a Child, we offer warm, gospel-centered wisdom for young mothers navigating the sacred, sometimes exhausting rhythms of nap times and bedtimes. From practical tips like writing things down, usin...

→ Prayer Calendar There are moments in motherhood when emotions feel louder than everything else. Your child is overwhelmed, you’re overwhelmed, and it can feel like the only thing to do is react to whatever is happening in the moment. But what if feelings were never meant to lead in the first place? Instead of ignoring feelings or being controlled by them, we're inviting mothers to see them as so...

→ Prayer Calendar It usually starts with a quick search. A tough parenting moment, a tired afternoon, or a question you just want answered fast. So you open your phone, type in a question, and suddenly you’re pulled into a world of parenting philosophies that all promise peace, connection, and better outcomes. But what if some of those ideas are quietly pulling your heart in the wrong direction? I...

→ Prayer Calendar There’s a moment every young mom hits (usually sometime around 2 AM) where exhaustion meets confusion, and the question quietly surfaces: “Am I doing this right?” Sleep training can feel like one of the most overwhelming parts of early motherhood, especially when advice pulls you in opposite directions. In this episode, we slows things down and reframe everything through a grace-...

→ Prayer Calendar As a mom, you’re not just raising kids, you’re raising disciples. But what does that look like when your kids are still in diapers, asking why the sky is blue, or pushing back at bedtime? In this episode, we walk young Christian mothers through the sacred and practical work of discipling children in the everyday. From creating daily rhythms of prayer and Bible reading to explaini...

→ Prayer Calendar Bringing a baby home is one of life’s most sacred transitions, and for young Christian mothers, it’s a season that comes with both tender anticipation and anxious questions. From installing car seats to preparing your heart for sleepless nights, the arrival of a new child mirrors the beauty of Advent: the waiting, the wondering, and the miraculous arrival of life and hope. In thi...

→ Prayer Calendar Advent isn’t just a season, it’s an invitation. For young mothers navigating the emotional weight and expectations of Christmas, it can feel like a tug-of-war between culture and calling. But what if Advent was less about performing and more about pausing? Less about buying and more about beholding? In this episode, we offer a powerful reminder that Advent is for the overwhelmed...

→ Prayer Calendar Thanksgiving can be beautiful, but it can also be overstimulating, emotional, and flat-out exhausting for young moms trying to hold it all together. Between managing kids’ routines, preparing meals, and navigating extended family, it’s easy to lose sight of what the day is truly about: gratitude and remembrance. In this episode, we share biblical encouragement, family-tested trad...

→ Prayer Calendar → Read 'Valley of Vision' As a young mom, it can be easy to get swept up in the daily grind of changing diapers, managing meltdowns, cooking meals, and trying to stay spiritually anchored. But what if the secret to renewed strength, perspective, and peace is something as simple and profound as gratitude? In today's episode, we invite young Christian mothers to rediscover the joy...

→ Prayer Calendar → Read 'Emotionally Healthy Spirituality' Feelings (or emotions): the internet is full of recommendations and tips about them. Within all the noise, there are some dangerous lies that young mothers can slip into if we're not careful. In this episode, we tackle some 7 of the most common lies about feelings and what Scripture says in response. 1. My feelings are right → Jeremiah 17...

→ Prayer Calendar Motherhood is a gift but it can also come with a fair bit of struggles. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions that come up: from building genuine friendships, to navigating busyness and overstimulation, to healing from mom anger and much much more. Whether you're a first time mom or a seasoned vet, this episode is full of encouragement for y...

→ Prayer Calendar Bringing home a new baby is a beautiful, sacred moment. But for young mothers, it can also come with questions, guilt, and unexpected emotions, especially when there’s already a toddler or preschooler at home. In this episode, we offer wisdom for moms navigating the transition from one child to two (or more). We share practical ways to prepare your older child, introduce the baby...

→ Prayer Calendar Family relationships are a gift but they can also be complicated. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions that come up in Christian family life: from parenting on a united front with your spouse to navigating blended families, in-laws, boundaries, and unbelieving partners, this episode offers wisdom rooted in Scripture and experience. Episode...

→ Prayer Calendar The newborn season is sacred, tender, and overwhelming all at once. If you’re a new or expectant mom, you might be flooded with advice, milestones, and social media perfection. But what you really need is encouragement rooted in truth and grace. In this episode, we reflect on our own seasons of young motherhood and share some deeply personal wisdom for the earliest weeks of paren...

→ Prayer Calendar Creating a parenting plan can feel overwhelming especially in the early years when days are unpredictable and your energy is low. But what if a plan wasn’t about rigid control, but about peace, purpose, and flexibility? In this episode, we explore how simple rhythms, clear communication, and God-centered intention can help you build a plan that actually serves your family. Whethe...

→ Prayer Calendar Potty training is one of the most common parenting milestones and often, one of the most stressful. In this episod, we offer a refreshing grace-filled perspective that rather than chasing quick fixes or rigid timelines, invites parents to slow down, follow their child’s cues, and see this developmental stage as an opportunity to walk with their child. Blending research, practical...

→ Prayer Calendar Summer offers a unique opportunity to slow down, connect, and refocus on what really matters. But for many parents, it quickly becomes a season of hustle, pressure, and endless activity. In this episode, we explore how to reclaim the summer months with purpose, peace, and joy. We share practical, faith-centered ideas for engaging your children from backyard discovery and theme da...

→ Our Children's Bible recommendations → Prayer Calendar Is it possible for siblings to grow up not just as family, but as lifelong friends? In this episode, we dive into one of the most frequently asked parenting questions: how do you nurture strong, lasting friendships between your children? Drawing wisdom from listener questions, childhood memories, and voices across multiple generations, they...

→ Prayer Calendar Sleep: it's one of the most talked about (and stressed over) topics for new parents. In this episode, we break down the wide world of sleep training. Rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all solution, we'll offer you wisdom, humor, and grace to help you make informed, faith-filled choices for your family. From Ferber to co-sleeping, historical context to biblical encouragement...

→ Our Children's Bible recommendations → Prayer Calendar Anxiety is often a companion for many mothers, especially in today’s world of ever-changing information and the overwhelming pressure to "get everything just right." In this episode of The Mind of a Child , we offer faith-filled wisdom for anxious moms including practical strategies, journaling tips, and the reminder that God gently leads th...

→ Our Children's Bible recommendations → Prayer Calendar Finding moments for a quiet time with God can feel almost impossible while raising young children. In this episode, we share practical, grace-filled strategies to help you build daily rhythms of prayer, Bible reading, and worship. Drawing from personal stories, biblical encouragement, and even the wisdom of historical Christian mothers like...

→ Prayer Calendar What does it actually mean to “train up a child in the way he or she should go”? In this episode, we unpack Proverbs 22:6 in a deeply practical and spiritually rich conversation. We outline a 5-part framework—demonstrate, instruct, apply, practice, and communicate—that equips Christian parents to train their children according to God’s Word. From Scripture-based parenting moments...

→ Prayer Calendar → Our book recommendations Learning to read is one of the most pivotal milestones in a child’s life—and yet, it’s often clouded with pressure, comparison, and confusion. On this episode, we explore what it really means to be “reading ready” by drawing from research-backed methods, personal parenting experiences, and biblical principles. We'll help you understand how to foster ear...