The Parenting Podcast

If you ever feel like you're missing the golden moments of parenting or just never have enough time, this episode is for you. Whether you work full-time or are simply feeling the pressure, we’re exploring how meaningful connection can still happen—in the margins, in the mess, and in the everyday. Let’s take the pressure down and focus on what really matters.

We’re not just talking about kids and screens—we’re talking about us. In this final episode on parenting in the digital age, Cheryl and Christie reflect on what stuck, what’s still hard, and where real change begins. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead your family differently in a tech-driven world, this conversation is for you  Resources Mentioned: – The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're L...

We’ve heard the warnings about screens and devices —but what does real change look like in everyday family life in this digital culture? In this follow-up conversation, Cheryl and Christie unpack what’s still echoing in their minds, and what small steps are actually working for families. Resources Mentioned: – The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch – The Screen Tim...

Raising kids in a digital world doesn’t come with a manual—but it does come with community. In this final conversation with Crystal Coon, we talk about what’s working, what’s shifting, and how small decisions are shaping a bigger story. Resources Mentioned: – The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch – The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin – The Anxious Generation...

Our kids are learning how to handle technology long before they ever get a phone—just by watching us. In this episode, Crystal Coon returns to explore what it looks like to model tech-wise habits with humility, honesty, and connection. It’s not about having it all figured out. It’s about paying attention—and starting where you are.       •    Resources Mentioned: – The Tech-Wise Family and The Lif...

Screens are everywhere—but what are they doing to our kids, and to us? In this eye-opening episode, Crystal Coon joins us to unpack what’s really at stake in a screen-saturated world—and why awareness is the first step toward change. Resources Mentioned:  – The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch – The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin – The Anxious Generation b...

Birthdays can be more than celebrations—they can be intentional moments to hand off growth. In this episode, we explore how “birthday boxes” can help parents pace privilege, responsibility, and freedom with purpose through every stage of childhood.

Parenting and grandparenting aren’t separate stories—they’re deeply intertwined. In this episode, we explore what it looks like to honor both roles, navigate tensions with grace, and build bridges that hold strong through the seasons.

What keeps the bridge open as our kids grow up?  This episode explores how boundaries, emotional control, and quiet consistency can hold the weight of connection — especially in the teen years and beyond

When connection with your child starts to feel shaky, what can you do? In this episode, we’re talking about the invisible—but powerful—relationship bridge between you and your child, and how to keep it clear, strong, and open at every stage.

Friendships can feel so fragile, and loneliness hits hard—especially in the middle and teen years. Today, we’re unpacking how to walk beside our kids through the hurt, building connection and trust as we go.

Why do our kids—raised in the same home—turn out so different? This episode explores how birth order shapes personalities, expectations, and family dynamics. From firstborn pressures to youngest-child freedom, we unpack what’s really going on—and how parents can respond with awareness, grace, and intention.

We all start parenting with ideas of how it should go. But instead of getting stuck in regret, what if we saw those moments as part of the process? In this episode, we’re talking about the mistakes, the learning curves, and how growth happens—for us and our kids—one imperfect step at a time.

It’s impossible to keep up—new apps, new shows, new trends. Do we allow it? Block it? Ignore it? In this episode, we’re tackling the challenge of guiding our kids through media without just saying no to everything.

Ever feel like your kids should just get it by now? You’ve taught, reminded, and corrected—but the same struggles keep showing up. What if that’s not failure, but part of the process? Today, we’re talking about the hidden work of parenting and why real growth takes more time than we expect.

A mom sat down with me and asked, How much do I guide, and how much do I let them figure out on their own? It’s a balance every parent wrestles with. In this episode, we talk about how to help our kids notice what they don’t see—without doing all the thinking for them.

No matter how much kids get, it never seems to be enough. And if we’re honest, we know that feeling too. How do we help our kids feel content in a world that constantly tells them to want more? In this episode, we explore why gratitude is so hard to hold onto—and how we can build it into our family’s daily life.

It’s easy to focus on outward success—getting kids to listen, behave, and meet expectations. But true parenting happens beneath the surface, shaping who they become, not just how they act. In this episode, we uncover the hidden trap of "apple nailing"—why surface-level parenting feels effective in the moment but ultimately may miss the heart.

It’s instinctive—we see our kids struggling, and we want to step in, fix the problem, and make it better. But what if fixing isn’t always what they need? 

As children grow into adulthood, the dynamics of your relationship naturally evolve. This episode delves into effective ways to navigate these changes, emphasizing the importance of boundaries and mutual respect. Discover how to sustain meaningful connections without overstepping.

Being a parent is part of who you are, but it’s not all of who you are. In this episode, we explore how to step back from the pressures of parenting to reconnect with your own identity. Join us as we discuss practical steps for separating your worth from your kids’ actions and embracing the person you were created to be.

Parenting can stretch you, but it doesn’t have to define you. Tune in to learn how to maintain your sense of self, separate your worth from your kids’ actions, and celebrate who you are outside of parenting.

What if life itself became your best parenting partner? Join us as we unpack the art of using real-world consequences to teach your kids lessons that stick—without the power struggles or endless reminders.

In this episode, we’re exploring a game-changer for parents: allowing kids to learn lasting lessons through life experience. Join us as we dive into how consequences can do the talking, as we unpack the art of letting real-life consequences guide our kids—no lectures required.

In today’s polarized world, it’s easy to tell kids what to think, but how do you teach them how to think? This episode uncovers strategies for guiding kids to navigate information thoughtfully while maintaining respect for others.