Just Ask Your Mom Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:12:06 -0400 https://www.podserve.fm/series/website/just-ask-your-mom,2261/ en-us © 2026 Just Ask Your Mom yes 8b836aa1-5d7e-5fe5-b2c4-2ac60e56bb06 Just Ask Your Mom episodic false You have questions? We have answers. We're two Southern moms on the backside of raising kids and we have some things to say. We have lived life, made mistakes, and learned some lessons. Join us for answers to the questions you just want to ask your mom.

Christian perspective on motherhood & raising kids. Interviews with experts and other moms in the trenches of parenting. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Just Ask Your Mom https://storage.buzzsprout.com/l74sao8swfkyig066mjuy9fph4hd?.jpg Just Ask Your Mom https://www.podserve.fm/series/website/just-ask-your-mom,2261/ Bonnie Blaylock Renee Sproles Takeaways from Five Years of Just Ask Your Mom Takeaways from Five Years of Just Ask Your Mom After 10 seasons and 5 years of the pod, we're running down the top episodes according to listeners and our own favs. It's like Spotify Wrapped for Just Ask Your Mom!  Since airing our first episode in 2021, we've laughed, cried, reminisced, learned and changed....and we hope we've been an encouragement and a bright spot for you! 

]]> After 10 seasons and 5 years of the pod, we're running down the top episodes according to listeners and our own favs. It's like Spotify Wrapped for Just Ask Your Mom!  Since airing our first episode in 2021, we've laughed, cried, reminisced, learned and changed....and we hope we've been an encouragement and a bright spot for you! 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1413&preview=true Buzzsprout-18374091 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2856 #parenting, #parents, #parentingpodcast, #momlife, #motherhood, #mompodcast, #momofteen, #momoftween, #toddlermom, #newmom, #family, #christianfamily, #christianparent, #raisingkids, #emptynest, #marriage 10 26 full false The New Sex Talk: Part 3 The New Sex Talk: Part 3 **PG-13** We're telling it like it is and filling in the gaps on areas you probably didn't touch on in that premarital counseling. It's surprising how many women & men don't know some of the basics about sex or have relied on bogus input from porn. It's a skill, takes practice, and is super important relationship glue in marriage.   

Archer Physical Therapy in Nashville

Sheet Music

She Comes First



]]> **PG-13** We're telling it like it is and filling in the gaps on areas you probably didn't touch on in that premarital counseling. It's surprising how many women & men don't know some of the basics about sex or have relied on bogus input from porn. It's a skill, takes practice, and is super important relationship glue in marriage.   

Archer Physical Therapy in Nashville

Sheet Music

She Comes First



]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1410&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18240941 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2504 #family, #marriage, #christianmarriage, #christianfamily, #sex, #sextalk 10 25 full true The New Sex Talk: Part 2 How We Got Here The New Sex Talk: Part 2 How We Got Here We've come a long way, baby!  In this episode, we're talking about the sexual revolution, the economics of sex, and how all the freedom we're so fond of may have turned out to be less of a blessing than we thought. 

]]> We've come a long way, baby!  In this episode, we're talking about the sexual revolution, the economics of sex, and how all the freedom we're so fond of may have turned out to be less of a blessing than we thought. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1408&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18240928 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1863 #family, #christianfamily, #christianparent, #raisingkids, #girlmom, #boymom, #momofteen, #momoftween, #teensandtweens, #sextalk, #birdsandbees, #sexed 10 24 full true The New Sex Talk: Part 1 The New Sex Talk: Part 1 **PG-13** It's not enough to have the traditional birds & bees talk with your kids about sex anymore. There's a whole new landscape that's changed quickly over the past decade. We're getting frank here and talking about some topics that you might want to think about addressing. 

]]> **PG-13** It's not enough to have the traditional birds & bees talk with your kids about sex anymore. There's a whole new landscape that's changed quickly over the past decade. We're getting frank here and talking about some topics that you might want to think about addressing. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1405&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18240902 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2401 #family, #christianfamily, #christianparent, #raisingkids, #girlmom, #boymom, #momofteen, #momoftween, #teensandtweens, #sextalk, #birdsandbees, #sexed 10 23 full true Tradwife Tradwife The term tradwife (short for traditional wife) is popping up all over social media. There's some nuance to the modern role that we thought was worth digging into. Why all the interest in tradwifery and should you aspire to be one?? 



]]> The term tradwife (short for traditional wife) is popping up all over social media. There's some nuance to the modern role that we thought was worth digging into. Why all the interest in tradwifery and should you aspire to be one?? 



]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1402&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18240882 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2089 #marriage, #tradwife, #momlife, #parenting, #wife, #christianparent, #christianmarriage, #family 10 22 full false Classic Rewind: Hospitality Classic Rewind: Hospitality For our upcoming holiday season, we're re-airing a classic episode from our archives about hospitality.  It's not about stressing over clean baseboards. 

]]> For our upcoming holiday season, we're re-airing a classic episode from our archives about hospitality.  It's not about stressing over clean baseboards. 

]]> Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18204667 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0600 2961 #hospitality, #showinghospitality, #welcome, #home, #friendsandfamily, #hospitable, #christianfamily, #raisingkids, #parenting, #momlife 10 21 full false Classic Rewind: Gratitude Classic Rewind: Gratitude We're gearing up for Thanksgiving with this class rewind from our "cultivate" series.  Why gratitude is important, how to focus on this virtue and some tips for practicing it with kids!

]]> We're gearing up for Thanksgiving with this class rewind from our "cultivate" series.  Why gratitude is important, how to focus on this virtue and some tips for practicing it with kids!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18160133 Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2324 #gratitude, #grateful, #thankful, #thanksgiving, #beingthankful, #practicinggratitude, #contentment 10 20 full false Classic Rewind: Near Death Experiences and the Christian, with LaDonna & Jana Brown Classic Rewind: Near Death Experiences and the Christian, with LaDonna & Jana Brown We're replaying a classic conversation about near-death experiences, with someone who's actually had the experience herself. If you're on the fence about whether there's an afterlife, this episode might give a hint. 

]]> We're replaying a classic conversation about near-death experiences, with someone who's actually had the experience herself. If you're on the fence about whether there's an afterlife, this episode might give a hint. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/talking-to-your-kids-about-death-near-death-experiences-and-the-christian-with-ladonna-jana-brown/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-18120397 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 3159 #neardeathexperience, #NDE, #christianparent, #afterlife, #heaven, #talkingaboutdeath 10 19 full false Astrology, Zodiac, and Horoscopes Astrology, Zodiac, and Horoscopes Astrology has become increasingly popular among teens and young adults over the past decade. 65% of people between the ages of 14 and 29 read their horoscope on accessible apps daily and often make life decisions based on it.  What's the harm in "knowing your sign?"  

]]> Astrology has become increasingly popular among teens and young adults over the past decade. 65% of people between the ages of 14 and 29 read their horoscope on accessible apps daily and often make life decisions based on it.  What's the harm in "knowing your sign?"  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/astrology-zodiac-horoscopes/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17888559 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2272 #parenting, #parents, #raisingkids, #momlife, #motherhood, #astrology, #zodiac, #horoscope, #momofteen, #future, #christianparent, #christianfamily 10 18 full false Calming the Overwhelm, with Kristin Cogan Calming the Overwhelm, with Kristin Cogan Find yourself yelling a lot?  Responding at Level 10 to a Level 3 situation?  Our guest, Kristin Cogan, licensed therapist, coach and Texas mom of 5 talked with us about how to calm that feeling of overwhelm and practice some emotional hygiene.


Kristin’s IG  ImperfectlyWonderfulMotherhood 

]]> Find yourself yelling a lot?  Responding at Level 10 to a Level 3 situation?  Our guest, Kristin Cogan, licensed therapist, coach and Texas mom of 5 talked with us about how to calm that feeling of overwhelm and practice some emotional hygiene.


Kristin’s IG  ImperfectlyWonderfulMotherhood 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/calming-the-overwhelm-with-kristin-cogan/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17731875 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2659 #parenting, #family, #raisingkids, #momlife, #motherhood, #overwhelm, #emotionalhygiene, #calmmom, #stayingpresent, #mindfulness 10 17 full false Crybaby Crybaby Are you a crier or a stoic? Is one better for you than another? We're talking about ugly crying, having a good cry, and what all those tears might be good for on this episode. A baby's cry might trigger you or cue the nurture reflex. What might those responses say about you?

]]> Are you a crier or a stoic? Is one better for you than another? We're talking about ugly crying, having a good cry, and what all those tears might be good for on this episode. A baby's cry might trigger you or cue the nurture reflex. What might those responses say about you?

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/crybaby/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17692067 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1391 #parenting, #crybaby, #crying, #tears, #emotions, #goodcry, #momlife, #motherhood, #mompodcast, #letitout, #uglycry 10 16 full false Parenting Potpourri with Deana Thayer from Focus on the Family Parenting Potpourri with Deana Thayer from Focus on the Family This warm conversation with Deana Thayer went in lots of directions!  She's a mom of 5 with over 20 years' experience in the marriage & family sphere, part of a blended family, and a wise new friend. Something for everyone in this fun conversation. 

]]> This warm conversation with Deana Thayer went in lots of directions!  She's a mom of 5 with over 20 years' experience in the marriage & family sphere, part of a blended family, and a wise new friend. Something for everyone in this fun conversation. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1387&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17696717 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3532 10 15 full false Bedtime Battles Bedtime Battles Few things can be as frustrating as arguing with your child at the end of a long day about getting to bed on time. We're sharing what worked (or didn't) with our own kids as well as some tried-and-true tips for simple bedtime solutions. 

]]> Few things can be as frustrating as arguing with your child at the end of a long day about getting to bed on time. We're sharing what worked (or didn't) with our own kids as well as some tried-and-true tips for simple bedtime solutions. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/bedtime-battles/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17692100 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2331 #parenting, #parents, #momlife, #motherhood, #bedtime, #kidsandsleep, #nightnight, #bedtimeroutine, #bedtimestruggles, #momoftoddler, #newmom 10 14 full false Picky Eaters, with Misa Pignataro Picky Eaters, with Misa Pignataro Mom of two, Misa Pignataro joins us on this episode to talk about picky eaters, the all-important "flavor window" from 6-18 months, and how to make food a high-adventure/low pressure issue in your family.  We're looking at common food struggles and how to address them.  

https://www.misascleankitchen.com/


]]> Mom of two, Misa Pignataro joins us on this episode to talk about picky eaters, the all-important "flavor window" from 6-18 months, and how to make food a high-adventure/low pressure issue in your family.  We're looking at common food struggles and how to address them.  

https://www.misascleankitchen.com/


]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1369&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17614546 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2745 #parenting, #family, #food, #kidsandfood, #cleaneating, #kidsinthekitchen, #foodissues, #pickyeaters, #foodhabits, #flavorwindow, #momlife #motherhood, #momoftoddler, #newmom 10 12 full false Adult Children of Divorced Parents, with Kent Darcie Adult Children of Divorced Parents, with Kent Darcie "If you have divorced parents, you're probably not doing fine." Our guest, Kent Darcie, founder of Adults With Divorced Parents Ministries in Michigan, sheds light on issues most ADPs commonly face. We also get into "gray divorce," projected to triple from 1990 to 2030, and the unique challenges faced by adults experiencing their parents divorce after they leave the nest. 

Some of the resources mentioned in this episode:

http://hope4adp.com

Choose a Better Path by Kent Darcie

Leila Miller Primal Loss

The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce

Between Two Worlds: The Inner Lives of Children of Divorce



]]> "If you have divorced parents, you're probably not doing fine." Our guest, Kent Darcie, founder of Adults With Divorced Parents Ministries in Michigan, sheds light on issues most ADPs commonly face. We also get into "gray divorce," projected to triple from 1990 to 2030, and the unique challenges faced by adults experiencing their parents divorce after they leave the nest. 

Some of the resources mentioned in this episode:

http://hope4adp.com

Choose a Better Path by Kent Darcie

Leila Miller Primal Loss

The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce

Between Two Worlds: The Inner Lives of Children of Divorce



]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1365&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17604510 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2770 #parenting, #christianparenting, #divorce, #childrenofdivorce, #parentingthroughdivorce, #graydivorce, #adultchildrenofdivorce, #raisingkids 10 11 full false Does My Child Need Speech Therapy? with Jessie Kensey Does My Child Need Speech Therapy? with Jessie Kensey By the first grade, roughly 5% of children have noticeable speech issues. If you're a language specialist, would you even notice this in your child? How do you know if your child might benefit from speech therapy?  Join us and our guest, Jessie Kensey, founder of Simply Speech Therapy in Orange County, CA.  

]]> By the first grade, roughly 5% of children have noticeable speech issues. If you're a language specialist, would you even notice this in your child? How do you know if your child might benefit from speech therapy?  Join us and our guest, Jessie Kensey, founder of Simply Speech Therapy in Orange County, CA.  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/how-do-i-know-if-my-child-needs-speech-therapy-with-jessie-kensey/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17477366 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2567 parenting, raisingkids, speechtherapy, kidsandspeech, learningtotalk, stuttering, drooling, speechissues, speakingissues, saymama, parenttips 10 10 full false The FAFO Parenting Trend The FAFO Parenting Trend And the pendulum swings again. FAFO may be an over-correction to the often misapplied gentle parenting. We're taking a look at yet another yikes-y trend and weighing in.  What's FAFO parenting?  "Fool" Around and Find Out!

]]> And the pendulum swings again. FAFO may be an over-correction to the often misapplied gentle parenting. We're taking a look at yet another yikes-y trend and weighing in.  What's FAFO parenting?  "Fool" Around and Find Out!

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1381&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17696695 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1285 #parenting, #parents, #parentingtrends, #FAFO, #FAFOparenting, #raisingkids, #gentleparenting, #motherhood, #momlife, #momoftoddler, #momofteen, #positiveparenting 10 10 full false The Gentle Parenting Trend The Gentle Parenting Trend We take a look at the trend in gentle and conscious parenting to discuss where it stems from and whether it's effective. Most parents want to be gentle and self-aware, but is that enough and is there more to add to the conversation?  

]]> We take a look at the trend in gentle and conscious parenting to discuss where it stems from and whether it's effective. Most parents want to be gentle and self-aware, but is that enough and is there more to add to the conversation?  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1352&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17437532 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2224 parenting, positiveparenting, gentleparenting, consciousparenting, raisingkids, family, momlife, motherhood, newmom, momoftween, momofteen, parentingtips 10 9 full false 3-2-1-Action! Faithful Entertainment, with Nathan D. and D'Lytha Myers 3-2-1-Action! Faithful Entertainment, with Nathan D. and D'Lytha Myers It's harder and harder to find movies and entertainment for kids that's positive, clean, and actually fun to watch. Nathan D. and D'Lytha Myers, veterans in the film and acting professions, have done just that with Aria Appleton Shines. Think High School Musical for middle school without crossing any moral lines.  This was such a fun conversation about their movie and the entertainment industry in general!

https://www.ariaappleton.com/


https://www.facebook.com/ariaappletonfilm/


https://www.instagram.com/ariaappleton/?hl=en


MOVIE TRAILERS



]]> It's harder and harder to find movies and entertainment for kids that's positive, clean, and actually fun to watch. Nathan D. and D'Lytha Myers, veterans in the film and acting professions, have done just that with Aria Appleton Shines. Think High School Musical for middle school without crossing any moral lines.  This was such a fun conversation about their movie and the entertainment industry in general!

https://www.ariaappleton.com/


https://www.facebook.com/ariaappletonfilm/


https://www.instagram.com/ariaappleton/?hl=en


MOVIE TRAILERS



]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/3-2-1-action-faithful-entertainment-with-nathan-dlytha-myers/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17437471 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3178 parenting, christianparenting, family, christianfamily, entertainment, kidsentertainment, kidsmovies, childrensmovies, entertainmentindustry, filmmaking, raisingkids 10 8 full false Launching Your Young Adult, with Jack Stoltzfus Launching Your Young Adult, with Jack Stoltzfus 52% of young adults ages 18-29 in the US live with one or both parents. College debt and housing costs contribute to that, but more alarmingly, there's a trend toward failure to launch positively, leading to fractured relationships or estrangement. Guest Jack Stoltzfus is a psychologist whose mission is to help parents successfully launch their children to adulthood.  

The Parents' Launch Code: Loving and Letting Go of Our Adult Children 

]]> 52% of young adults ages 18-29 in the US live with one or both parents. College debt and housing costs contribute to that, but more alarmingly, there's a trend toward failure to launch positively, leading to fractured relationships or estrangement. Guest Jack Stoltzfus is a psychologist whose mission is to help parents successfully launch their children to adulthood.  

The Parents' Launch Code: Loving and Letting Go of Our Adult Children 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1354&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17437404 Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2052 parenting, parentofteen, momofteen, teens, youngadults, grownandflown, launchingyoungadults, emptynest, grownkids, family 10 7 full false Better Relationships with Your Teen, with Jeanine Mouchawar Better Relationships with Your Teen, with Jeanine Mouchawar The relational whiplash of parenting tweens and teens can leave parents spinning. One morning they're hugging you at breakfast and the next anything you say is a minefield of conflict. Join us for our fun and insightful conversation with Jeanine Mouchawar, a mom who's been through it with her own teens and who learned valuable communication skills along the way.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeanine.theparentingcoach
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeaninemouchawar/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmQD811NxejLhXRJwG19k7g

]]> The relational whiplash of parenting tweens and teens can leave parents spinning. One morning they're hugging you at breakfast and the next anything you say is a minefield of conflict. Join us for our fun and insightful conversation with Jeanine Mouchawar, a mom who's been through it with her own teens and who learned valuable communication skills along the way.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeanine.theparentingcoach
FB: https://www.facebook.com/jeaninemouchawarcoaching
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeaninemouchawar/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmQD811NxejLhXRJwG19k7g

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/how-to-have-a-better-relationship-with-your-teenager-with-jeanine-mouchawar/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17426092 Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3217 momofteen, momoftween, teens, teenagers, parentofteen, raisingkids, motherhood, momlife, parenting, parents, parenttips, teenlife, 10 6 full false Does My Child Need Braces? with Dr. Alexandroni Does My Child Need Braces? with Dr. Alexandroni Today in the US, way over half of 11-14 year-olds wear braces and a growing number of adults have joined those ranks.  Correcting a child's bite is about more than appearances. How do you know if your child might need braces? How early should you check with an orthodontist?  In this episode, we're talking about experiences in our own families and hearing from an expert: Dr. Alex from Atlas Orthodontics. 

atlasbraces.com

]]> Today in the US, way over half of 11-14 year-olds wear braces and a growing number of adults have joined those ranks.  Correcting a child's bite is about more than appearances. How do you know if your child might need braces? How early should you check with an orthodontist?  In this episode, we're talking about experiences in our own families and hearing from an expert: Dr. Alex from Atlas Orthodontics. 

atlasbraces.com

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1350&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17429675 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2573 parents, parenting, raisingkids, orthodontics, braces, gettingbraces, orthodontist, dentalhealth, family, momoftween, momofteen, parentofteen 10 5 full false Don't Forget the Baby! with Michael Israel & "Cleverelly" Don't Forget the Baby! with Michael Israel & "Cleverelly" The thought of accidentally leaving your child in a car seems unthinkable--something only careless or negligent parents would do.  But science and real-world cases tell a different story.  Today's guest is Michael Israel, nephew of one of the inventors of CLEVERELLY, a unique & effective reminder device that disrupts our normal patterns--even when we zone out.  

cleverelly.com

]]> The thought of accidentally leaving your child in a car seems unthinkable--something only careless or negligent parents would do.  But science and real-world cases tell a different story.  Today's guest is Michael Israel, nephew of one of the inventors of CLEVERELLY, a unique & effective reminder device that disrupts our normal patterns--even when we zone out.  

cleverelly.com

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/dont-forget-the-baby-with-michael-israel/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17426008 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1980 parenting, parents, momlife, motherhood, childhood, carseats, forgottenbabysyndrome, kidsincars, cleverelly, toddlers, momoftoddler, newmom 10 4 full false Dyslexia and Ways to Address It, with Daniela Feldhausen Dyslexia and Ways to Address It, with Daniela Feldhausen If you're not a teacher, you're not as likely to know how to teach reading to your child. It's easier to miss signals your child might be struggling or know how to help them.  Guest Daniela Feldhausen teaches us how to recognize early signs of dyslexia and dysgraphia and gives some helpful early intervention tips to set kids on the right track to reading well. 

Kids Up Reading Tutors

]]> If you're not a teacher, you're not as likely to know how to teach reading to your child. It's easier to miss signals your child might be struggling or know how to help them.  Guest Daniela Feldhausen teaches us how to recognize early signs of dyslexia and dysgraphia and gives some helpful early intervention tips to set kids on the right track to reading well. 

Kids Up Reading Tutors

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/dyslexia-ways-to-address-it-with-daniela-feldhausen/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17404102 Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2556 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, reading, teachingreading, dyslexia, dyslexic, dysgraphia, readingstruggles, kidsandreading, readinghelp 10 3 full false Parents of Grown Kids with Kathy Cunningham Parents of Grown Kids with Kathy Cunningham One of our favorite podcast guests ever, Kathy Cunningham gets real about what it's like navigating our changing role when our kids are adults out in the world on their own journeys. It's often tough on a parent's heart, but it's God's invitation into surrender and a stronger faith. 

@kathycunningham717

Listeners of JAM can get a 10% discount on membership via Kathy's website by entering the code:  GRMEM10

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://www.kathycunningham.org/

Doing Life With Your Adult Children, by Jim Burns

When Marriage is Tough (previous JAM podcast)

]]> One of our favorite podcast guests ever, Kathy Cunningham gets real about what it's like navigating our changing role when our kids are adults out in the world on their own journeys. It's often tough on a parent's heart, but it's God's invitation into surrender and a stronger faith. 

@kathycunningham717

Listeners of JAM can get a 10% discount on membership via Kathy's website by entering the code:  GRMEM10

Links mentioned in this episode:

https://www.kathycunningham.org/

Doing Life With Your Adult Children, by Jim Burns

When Marriage is Tough (previous JAM podcast)

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/parents-of-grown-kids-with-kathy-cunningham/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17425923 Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2981 parenting, christianparent, christianparenting, parentofadultkids, parentofgrownkids, grownandflown, emptynest, adultkids, parentchildrelationships, 10 2 full false How Generational Patterns Influence Our Parenting, with Dr. Carol Chu-Peralta How Generational Patterns Influence Our Parenting, with Dr. Carol Chu-Peralta Generational patterns, the behavioral, belief, and value systems that are passed down through families across generations, can be positive, but often the negative ones, like unhealthy coping mechanisms or repetitive relationship dynamics, are more noticeable. Dr. Carol Chu-Peralta, a trauma psychologist, talks us through how to recognize and diffuse the negative patterns to build better foundations for our families.

]]> Generational patterns, the behavioral, belief, and value systems that are passed down through families across generations, can be positive, but often the negative ones, like unhealthy coping mechanisms or repetitive relationship dynamics, are more noticeable. Dr. Carol Chu-Peralta, a trauma psychologist, talks us through how to recognize and diffuse the negative patterns to build better foundations for our families.

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1327&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17358837 Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3237 #parenting, #parents, #generationalcycles, #raisingkids, #getcurious, #generationaltrauma, #breaktheycle, #motherhood, #momlife 10 1 full false Parenting Against the Current, with Josh Poteet Parenting Against the Current, with Josh Poteet If you feel like you're treading water all the time as a parent, you're at the mercy of culture's current.  Our guest, Josh Poteet, lead pastor of 180 Life Church in West Hartford, CT, talks with us on this episode about ways to keep your family anchored, and what discipleship looks like in a family setting.

 Parenting Against the Current: Taking Back Discipleship in Your Home 

Parentingagainstthecurrent.com

]]> If you feel like you're treading water all the time as a parent, you're at the mercy of culture's current.  Our guest, Josh Poteet, lead pastor of 180 Life Church in West Hartford, CT, talks with us on this episode about ways to keep your family anchored, and what discipleship looks like in a family setting.

 Parenting Against the Current: Taking Back Discipleship in Your Home 

Parentingagainstthecurrent.com

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1323&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17332293 Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3524 #parenting, #christianparenting, #family, #discipleship, #discipling, #disciplefamily, #christianfamily, 9 26 full false The Millennial Caregiver, with Rachael Piltch-Loeb The Millennial Caregiver, with Rachael Piltch-Loeb When Rachael gave birth to her first child the same year her father was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, she found herself part of the 24% of caregivers in the US who are millennials. During one of the busiest transitional times of life, this group of caregivers faces challenges unique to their age group. For them, the sandwich generation has additional layers. 

The Millennial Caregiver: Caring For Loved Ones in the Busiest Years of Your Life

]]> When Rachael gave birth to her first child the same year her father was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, she found herself part of the 24% of caregivers in the US who are millennials. During one of the busiest transitional times of life, this group of caregivers faces challenges unique to their age group. For them, the sandwich generation has additional layers. 

The Millennial Caregiver: Caring For Loved Ones in the Busiest Years of Your Life

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1314&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17240406 Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2586 #caregiving, #caregiver, #millennial, #newmom, #sandwichgeneration, #millennialmom, #parenting 9 25 full false Parent Their Passion, with Renee Harris Parent Their Passion, with Renee Harris Today’s topic might fuel some conversation around your family dinner table, especially if you’ve got older elementary kids or tweens.  How do you know if your child’s current interests are “worth it?”  Worth the money, time, and energy; worth the schlepping to and from lessons, wrestling with their boredom or waning interest when things get hard?  Today’s guest is RENEE HARRIS, a mom who’s got some skin in the game.  There are NINE children in her family, and their approach to this question has been out-of-the-box. Maybe it’ll make you look at your child’s talents in a different way, too.

parenttheirpassion.com

#podmatch

]]> Today’s topic might fuel some conversation around your family dinner table, especially if you’ve got older elementary kids or tweens.  How do you know if your child’s current interests are “worth it?”  Worth the money, time, and energy; worth the schlepping to and from lessons, wrestling with their boredom or waning interest when things get hard?  Today’s guest is RENEE HARRIS, a mom who’s got some skin in the game.  There are NINE children in her family, and their approach to this question has been out-of-the-box. Maybe it’ll make you look at your child’s talents in a different way, too.

parenttheirpassion.com

#podmatch

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/parent-their-passion-with-renee-harris/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17162804 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3748 #parenting, #christianparenting, #family, #homeschool, #giftsandtalents, #responsiblekids, #findingyourpassion 9 25 full false Thoughts About Friendship Thoughts About Friendship As a follow-up to our episode about middle school friendships with Jessica Speer, we had our own conversation about friendship: what it means, what it doesn't, what you can or should expect or not. Friendships are different from family. They're essential but--like everything that has to do with humans--they can be tricky!

]]> As a follow-up to our episode about middle school friendships with Jessica Speer, we had our own conversation about friendship: what it means, what it doesn't, what you can or should expect or not. Friendships are different from family. They're essential but--like everything that has to do with humans--they can be tricky!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17162767 Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2883 #friends, #friendships, #femalefriends, #friendsandfamily, #bff 9 24 full false Middle School: A Girl's Guide to Friendships, with Jessica Speer Middle School: A Girl's Guide to Friendships, with Jessica Speer Is there anyone who's on the other side of middle school who loved it and wishes they could go back? It's just hard, and one of the toughest aspects can be navigating friendships, especially with girls.  Jessica Speer, award-winning author of several interactive books about middle school, joins us for this important conversation!   #podmatch

jessicaspeer.com

BFF or NRF  Jessica's book

Middle School: Safety Goggles Advised

]]> Is there anyone who's on the other side of middle school who loved it and wishes they could go back? It's just hard, and one of the toughest aspects can be navigating friendships, especially with girls.  Jessica Speer, award-winning author of several interactive books about middle school, joins us for this important conversation!   #podmatch

jessicaspeer.com

BFF or NRF  Jessica's book

Middle School: Safety Goggles Advised

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1305&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17135320 Mon, 26 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3110 #middleschool, #momofteen, #momoftween, #tweens, #friendships, #girlmom, #girlfriends, #friends, #frienship, #popularity 9 22 full false I Think My Child Might be an Addict, with Steve Ward I Think My Child Might be an Addict, with Steve Ward “Half of families face substance abuse or mental health issues, yet 90% of them don’t seek help.” That alarming stat is from the STEPS Ministries website.  In this episode, we're talking with founder, Steve Ward, about red flags parents should be aware of and steps you can take to help. Steve is candid about his own family's struggles with addiction, so he's got skin in the game.   

]]> “Half of families face substance abuse or mental health issues, yet 90% of them don’t seek help.” That alarming stat is from the STEPS Ministries website.  In this episode, we're talking with founder, Steve Ward, about red flags parents should be aware of and steps you can take to help. Steve is candid about his own family's struggles with addiction, so he's got skin in the game.   

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1300&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17162739 Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3417 #parenting, #raisingkids, #healthykids, #addiction, #kidsandaddiction, #alcoholandkids, #alcoholanddrugs, #substanceabuse, #familypatterns, #hopeforaddiction, #celebraterecovery 9 23 full false Confidence and Comparison, with mother-daughter duo Simone & Olivia Knego Confidence and Comparison, with mother-daughter duo Simone & Olivia Knego In our lively conversation with Simone & Olivia, we get into where confidence comes from, what influence inside and outside voices have on us (including those from an early abusive relationship), and how we can be brave enough to forge new roads.  Simone's an author, speaker, and mom of 6, one of those being her 22-yr-old daughter and podcast co-host, Olivia. 

simoneknego.com

The Extraordinary, Unordinary You (Simone's book)

Her Unshakeable Confidence podcast 

]]> In our lively conversation with Simone & Olivia, we get into where confidence comes from, what influence inside and outside voices have on us (including those from an early abusive relationship), and how we can be brave enough to forge new roads.  Simone's an author, speaker, and mom of 6, one of those being her 22-yr-old daughter and podcast co-host, Olivia. 

simoneknego.com

The Extraordinary, Unordinary You (Simone's book)

Her Unshakeable Confidence podcast 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/1297-2/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-17130659 Mon, 12 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3234 #motherhood, #momlife #parenting, #confidence, #bravery, #daughers, #momofdaughter, #mothersanddaughters, #comparison, #yourstory 9 20 full false Fighting Fair Fighting Fair Conflict in families is a matter of when, not if, but it's not necessarily something we should shy away from.  Done well, working through conflict can help you grow and can teach your children how it's done.  Who you fight with, what you fight about, and how often you fight matters less than HOW you do it.   

]]> Conflict in families is a matter of when, not if, but it's not necessarily something we should shy away from.  Done well, working through conflict can help you grow and can teach your children how it's done.  Who you fight with, what you fight about, and how often you fight matters less than HOW you do it.   

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1281&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16945535 Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2183 #parenting, #marriage, #conflict, #conflictresolution, #fightingfair, #raisingkids, #family, #healthyfamily, #healthyconflict 9 17 full false C-Sections, with Jenny Archer C-Sections, with Jenny Archer Our favorite pelvic floor PT is back as our guest, and in honor of C-section month, we're talking all about belly births.  Once again, Jenny taught us a lot!  If you're expecting (or know someone who is) or if you've delivered via cesarean, this episode could change your life!  

https://archerphysicaltherapy.com/

]]> Our favorite pelvic floor PT is back as our guest, and in honor of C-section month, we're talking all about belly births.  Once again, Jenny taught us a lot!  If you're expecting (or know someone who is) or if you've delivered via cesarean, this episode could change your life!  

https://archerphysicaltherapy.com/

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1289&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16997512 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2518 #pregnancy, #motherhood, #newmom, #bellybirth, #csection, #pelvicfloor, #pelvicfloorPT, #cesareansection, #cesareanbirth, #cesareanrecovery, #cesarean, #laboranddelivery, #womenshealth, #healthymom, #momlife 9 18 full false Healthy Mothering, with Karen Johnson Healthy Mothering, with Karen Johnson Author and down-to-earth SAHM, Karen Johnson is our guest as we talk about healthy mothering.  What to do with all that perfectionism, anxiety and resentment that seems to come with the job.  

Get her new book:  What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? And Other Thoughts from a 40-something Mom !!  

Follow Karen @21stcenturysahm 





]]> Author and down-to-earth SAHM, Karen Johnson is our guest as we talk about healthy mothering.  What to do with all that perfectionism, anxiety and resentment that seems to come with the job.  

Get her new book:  What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up? And Other Thoughts from a 40-something Mom !!  

Follow Karen @21stcenturysahm 





]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1279&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16934660 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2507 #mothering, #momlife #parenting, #parentofteen, #perfectionist, #motherhood, #motherhoodunfiltered, #sahm, #raisingkids 9 17 full false Parental Control: Tech & Kids with Titania Jordan, CMO of Bark Technologies Parental Control: Tech & Kids with Titania Jordan, CMO of Bark Technologies We talk with Titania Jordan, CMO of Bark Technologies, IRL Atlanta mom of a teenager, and author of a newly released book, Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era.  Titania's appeared on many of your fav nat'l media outlets and is at the forefront of kids & internet safety.  Do you know what the #1 app your child shouldn't have is?  Which video games and apps have decent parental controls and which are a joke--and would you know how to know?  If you have a middle schooler, would it surprise you to know sexting is the new first base?  Be intentional and be informed, and don't miss this important conversation! 

titaniajordan.com

Childhood 2.0

https://socialmediavictims.org/social-media-addiction/


]]> We talk with Titania Jordan, CMO of Bark Technologies, IRL Atlanta mom of a teenager, and author of a newly released book, Parental Control: A Guide to Raising Balanced Kids in the Digital Era.  Titania's appeared on many of your fav nat'l media outlets and is at the forefront of kids & internet safety.  Do you know what the #1 app your child shouldn't have is?  Which video games and apps have decent parental controls and which are a joke--and would you know how to know?  If you have a middle schooler, would it surprise you to know sexting is the new first base?  Be intentional and be informed, and don't miss this important conversation! 

titaniajordan.com

Childhood 2.0

https://socialmediavictims.org/social-media-addiction/


]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/parental-control-tech-kids-with-titania-jordan-cmo-of-bark-technologies/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16945436 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2577 #parents, #parenting #socialmedia, #parentalcontrols, #videogames, #kidsandtech, #kidsandscreens, #momlife, #momofteen, #motherhood, #raisingkids, #digitalkids 9 16 full false What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up, with Karen Johnson What Do I Want to Be When They Grow Up, with Karen Johnson Guest Karen Johnson, a.k.a. @21stcenturysahm, talks with us about her new book for moms in the final stretch. In the trenches with 3 teenagers at home, she's thinking proactively about her soon-to-be-empty nest and talks to us about some things moms can be thinking about to prepare themselves for their kids' launch.  

You can order her book & subscribe to her blog here:  https://www.the21stcenturysahm.com/

Follow on IG @21stcenturysahm 

]]> Guest Karen Johnson, a.k.a. @21stcenturysahm, talks with us about her new book for moms in the final stretch. In the trenches with 3 teenagers at home, she's thinking proactively about her soon-to-be-empty nest and talks to us about some things moms can be thinking about to prepare themselves for their kids' launch.  

You can order her book & subscribe to her blog here:  https://www.the21stcenturysahm.com/

Follow on IG @21stcenturysahm 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/what-do-i-want-to-be-when-they-grow-up-with-karen-johnson/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16921568 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0500 2449 parenting, motherhood, momlife, emptynest, momofteen, raisingkids, nextchapter, 40something, 9 15 full false Classic Rewind: What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew Classic Rewind: What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew While we're out of pocket this week, we're re-releasing one of our most popular episodes.  Our guest, Matthew Houser, of Seeds Family Worship, shares some fantastic insights into the life of a teenager and what parents need to know.  

]]> While we're out of pocket this week, we're re-releasing one of our most popular episodes.  Our guest, Matthew Houser, of Seeds Family Worship, shares some fantastic insights into the life of a teenager and what parents need to know.  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/what-teens-want-parents-to-know/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16885189 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3669 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, teens, momofteen, teenagers 9 14 full false Does Having Kids Make You Uncool? Does Having Kids Make You Uncool? Does it matter how a society talks about children or people who choose to raise them? In this episode, we look at some recent opinions that highlight the divide between those with kids and those who are childfree. What might our words really be communicating (often unintentionally)?  

]]> Does it matter how a society talks about children or people who choose to raise them? In this episode, we look at some recent opinions that highlight the divide between those with kids and those who are childfree. What might our words really be communicating (often unintentionally)?  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/does-having-kids-make-you-uncool/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16761425 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1937 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, childrearing, parentdivide, christianparent, christianparenting 9 13 full false What Not to Wear, with Emma Goodwyn What Not to Wear, with Emma Goodwyn If it's been awhile since you purged your closet or if you'd describe your fashion style as "whatever" or "at least it's clean," join us for this conversation with our budget-savvy fashion friend, Emma Goodwyn. With an eye for what looks good, no matter your body type or age, she gives us some tips that anyone can use. 

@emma_goodwyn

]]> If it's been awhile since you purged your closet or if you'd describe your fashion style as "whatever" or "at least it's clean," join us for this conversation with our budget-savvy fashion friend, Emma Goodwyn. With an eye for what looks good, no matter your body type or age, she gives us some tips that anyone can use. 

@emma_goodwyn

]]> Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16761364 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 3136 momlife, motherhood, budgetfashion, shopping, clothing, cleanoutyourcloset, fashionhelp, budgetfashion, momjeans 9 12 full false Merciful Parenting Merciful Parenting Mercy makes our hearts tender, and as parents we sometimes need a reminder to extend mercy to our children instead of being punishment-driven, harsh, or quick to come down on them. This is not wishy-washy or permissive parenting. It's a way of showing God's character to our children and acting as first-responders to someone in need. 



]]> Mercy makes our hearts tender, and as parents we sometimes need a reminder to extend mercy to our children instead of being punishment-driven, harsh, or quick to come down on them. This is not wishy-washy or permissive parenting. It's a way of showing God's character to our children and acting as first-responders to someone in need. 



]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/merciful-parenting/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16761333 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1678 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, family, christianparent, christianparenting, mercy, mercifulparent, merciful 9 11 full false Travel Hacking, with Ben & Alaina Blaylock Travel Hacking, with Ben & Alaina Blaylock Many of us love to travel but imagine we don't have the money to do it as much as we'd like. Our guests on this episode traveled to 30 countries for under $10k.  This is our conversation about their tips and tricks and how they did it!  Come join their adventure!  

https://www.youtube.com/@benalaina 

@the_blaylocks 

@otagocoffeeco 

https://otagocoffeeco.com/

]]> Many of us love to travel but imagine we don't have the money to do it as much as we'd like. Our guests on this episode traveled to 30 countries for under $10k.  This is our conversation about their tips and tricks and how they did it!  Come join their adventure!  

https://www.youtube.com/@benalaina 

@the_blaylocks 

@otagocoffeeco 

https://otagocoffeeco.com/

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1260&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16586491 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0600 3469 #travel, #travelhack, #travelhacking, #adventure, #travelonabudget, #traveltips, #budgettravel, #seetheworld, #go 9 10 full false Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, with Jenny Archer Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy, with Jenny Archer Learning about pelvic floor PT was a new frontier for us!  Join our conversation with guest, Jenny Archer, as she walks us through some surprising benefits, from pregnancy to post-partum, for children with bedwetting or constipation issues, and men and women in all stages of life. Who knew?!  

https://archerphysicaltherapy.com/

]]> Learning about pelvic floor PT was a new frontier for us!  Join our conversation with guest, Jenny Archer, as she walks us through some surprising benefits, from pregnancy to post-partum, for children with bedwetting or constipation issues, and men and women in all stages of life. Who knew?!  

https://archerphysicaltherapy.com/

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1254&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16583264 Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 3055 #pregnancy, #motherhood, #momlife, #newmom, #postpartum, #prenatal, #bedwetting, #parenting #raisingkids #healthywomen #pelvicfloor #pelvicfloorPT 9 9 full false To Quit or Not to Quit To Quit or Not to Quit It can be tough knowing whether to let your child quit an activity (sport, club, class) or require that they stick with it, teaching them perseverance and commitment. In this episode, we run down some questions to help parents get to the bottom of the issue and help talk your child through that decision.  

]]> It can be tough knowing whether to let your child quit an activity (sport, club, class) or require that they stick with it, teaching them perseverance and commitment. In this episode, we run down some questions to help parents get to the bottom of the issue and help talk your child through that decision.  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/to-quit-or-not-to-quit/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16529497 Mon, 17 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2347 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, christianparent, quit, mykidwantstoquit, quitting, perseverance, teachingcommitment 9 8 full false Tips to Help your Child Get Ahead Financially, with David Sproles Tips to Help your Child Get Ahead Financially, with David Sproles The average American starts investing at age 31.  In today's economy, what steps can parents take to give their kids a boost so they're not in debt up to their eyeballs in their early 20's?  Financial expert, David Sproles, walks us through some tips savvy parents (or grandparents!) can take to set their kids up for success.  

]]> The average American starts investing at age 31.  In today's economy, what steps can parents take to give their kids a boost so they're not in debt up to their eyeballs in their early 20's?  Financial expert, David Sproles, walks us through some tips savvy parents (or grandparents!) can take to set their kids up for success.  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1249&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16523223 Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2534 parenting, raisingkids, kidsandmoney, savingforkids, finances, financialtipsforkids, familyfinances 9 7 full false Diaper-Free Potty Training, with Lauren Stamper Diaper-Free Potty Training, with Lauren Stamper Special guest, Lauren Stamper (@diaperfreediaries), talks to us about exposing children to potty training at a very early age. This "diaper free" method (which is not strictly diaperless) can save you money and have your child out of diapers by their first birthday.  Lauren's a mom of two and it's worked with both of her kiddos. 

]]> Special guest, Lauren Stamper (@diaperfreediaries), talks to us about exposing children to potty training at a very early age. This "diaper free" method (which is not strictly diaperless) can save you money and have your child out of diapers by their first birthday.  Lauren's a mom of two and it's worked with both of her kiddos. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1247&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16523164 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1895 parenting, mothering, motherhood, raisingkids, potty, pottytraining, eliminationcommunication, earlypottytraining, diaperfree, diapers, momoftoddler, newmom 9 6 full false Taking Your Kids to Church Taking Your Kids to Church It can sometimes feel fruitless when you take your littles to church. If you have older children, sometimes you'll get push-back as they start to own their own faith. The lost shoes, walking the halls, and time in the cry room....Is all the Sunday morning frustration really worth it?  

]]> It can sometimes feel fruitless when you take your littles to church. If you have older children, sometimes you'll get push-back as they start to own their own faith. The lost shoes, walking the halls, and time in the cry room....Is all the Sunday morning frustration really worth it?  

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/taking-kids-to-church/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16464298 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1846 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, church, takingkidstochurch,kidsandchurch, spiritualdevelopment 9 5 full false Losing a Family Pet Losing a Family Pet Do dogs go to heaven? How do you field questions from your child about the loss of a pet?  Losing a pet can leave a child experiencing real grief, often for the first time in their life, and it can be tricky answering all the questions they come up with!  We suggest some ways to be both truthful and sensitive. 

]]> Do dogs go to heaven? How do you field questions from your child about the loss of a pet?  Losing a pet can leave a child experiencing real grief, often for the first time in their life, and it can be tricky answering all the questions they come up with!  We suggest some ways to be both truthful and sensitive. 

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1241 Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16464326 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2065 parenting, mothering, motherhood, raisingkids, christianparent, family, lossofpet, losingapet, grief, grieving, griefofpet 9 4 full false Family Portraits, with Dawn Harrison & Rachael Shannon Family Portraits, with Dawn Harrison & Rachael Shannon We walk down memory lane with two of our favorite photographers as we trace how family photo sessions have changed.  Dawn Harrison & Rachael Shannon give us the scoop on what makes a great session and their favorite types of photos. There may just be a road trip to Texas for a Glamour Shot experience in our future. 

https://www.rachaelshannonphotography.com/

]]> We walk down memory lane with two of our favorite photographers as we trace how family photo sessions have changed.  Dawn Harrison & Rachael Shannon give us the scoop on what makes a great session and their favorite types of photos. There may just be a road trip to Texas for a Glamour Shot experience in our future. 

https://www.rachaelshannonphotography.com/

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/family-portraits/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16420798 Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 3630 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, familypictures, photography, familyportraits, kidphotos, familyphotos 9 3 full false In Defense of Caregiving In Defense of Caregiving The science of caregiving--yes, there's research behind it!--is beginning to shed light on what it means to give and receive care (to children, parents, others), and how it changes us. Despite the prominent narrative in our culture that caregiving is a burden and detracts from higher aims, the evidence tells a different story.

The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others

by Elissa Straus

]]> The science of caregiving--yes, there's research behind it!--is beginning to shed light on what it means to give and receive care (to children, parents, others), and how it changes us. Despite the prominent narrative in our culture that caregiving is a burden and detracts from higher aims, the evidence tells a different story.

The Unexpected Magic of Caring for Others

by Elissa Straus

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/?p=1233&preview=true Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16356446 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1846 parenting, mothering, motherhood, caregiving, caregiver, sandwichgeneration, raisingkids, christianparent 9 2 full false My Parents Don't Agree With How We're Raising Our Kids My Parents Don't Agree With How We're Raising Our Kids We're answering a listener's question about what to do when your parents (the grandparents) dismiss or disagree with how you're raising your children. Looking at both sides of the coin, we reveal some of what could lie behind this behavior and ways to help the situation.

]]> We're answering a listener's question about what to do when your parents (the grandparents) dismiss or disagree with how you're raising your children. Looking at both sides of the coin, we reveal some of what could lie behind this behavior and ways to help the situation.

]]> https://justaskyourmom.com/my-parents-dont-respect-the-way-im-raising-my-kids/ Just Ask Your Mom Buzzsprout-16356423 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0600 2490 parenting, parents, motherhood, momlife, raisingkids, grandparent, grandparenting, hardconversations, family, conflict 9 1 full false That's Not Fair! That's Not Fair! A familiar childhood complaint --that's not fair!--actually holds more nuance than we might think. What's the difference between fairness, justice, equality and equity? How do you handle it when your kid complains that something's not fair?

]]> A familiar childhood complaint --that's not fair!--actually holds more nuance than we might think. What's the difference between fairness, justice, equality and equity? How do you handle it when your kid complains that something's not fair?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f8aaa60e-efa4-46ba-bbb8-5f3e4ea4fcce Mon, 23 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2415 raisingkids,parents,parenting,christianparent,family,fairness,thatsnotfair,notfair,motherhood,momlife 8 26 false Visits to Santa Visits to Santa If Santa is a part of your Christmas traditions, there's a good chance your kids will visit him & Mrs. Claus at some point. Maybe that's for pictures or perhaps it's just to let Santa know their fondest wish. We've got some best practices and pro tips for visits to the jolly guy in red.

]]> If Santa is a part of your Christmas traditions, there's a good chance your kids will visit him & Mrs. Claus at some point. Maybe that's for pictures or perhaps it's just to let Santa know their fondest wish. We've got some best practices and pro tips for visits to the jolly guy in red.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c1cc9606-9eac-49d6-9d6a-778140c93643 Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1244 christmas,parenting,visittosanta,santa,santaclaus,raisingkids,childhood,christianparent,kidsandchristmas 7 25 false What To Do with Santa? What To Do with Santa? Is Santa just a magical given at your house, or does the whole Santa story give you pause? Are childhood "characters" lying to your children? Join us for a jolly conversation about St. Nick and some options for his place in the holidays.

]]> Is Santa just a magical given at your house, or does the whole Santa story give you pause? Are childhood "characters" lying to your children? Join us for a jolly conversation about St. Nick and some options for his place in the holidays.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c5afb143-d680-49ac-aed9-eb8c1bb69fd1 Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1915 parenting,family,christianparent,raisingkids,christmas,santa,santaclaus,kidsatchristmas 8 24 false Baby Naming Baby Naming Before the comprehensive book of baby names, how did parents choose names for their children? What's in a name anyway? What goes into choosing a name today? This episode might make you think twice before filling out that birth certificate!

]]> Before the comprehensive book of baby names, how did parents choose names for their children? What's in a name anyway? What goes into choosing a name today? This episode might make you think twice before filling out that birth certificate!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0b623b02-d38a-4079-bb34-498850b3c58e Mon, 02 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1740 parenting,raisingkids,christianparent,babynames,babynaming,namingbaby,newmom,momlife,motherhood,pickinganame 8 23 false Discipline & Punishment Discipline & Punishment All parents will face situations where our children need correction. The parenting interwebs offer a wide range of opinion on just how to do that. What IS discipline anyway and what does it look like? How does it differ from punishment, and what does it look like when we model our parenting after God's heart for us?

]]> All parents will face situations where our children need correction. The parenting interwebs offer a wide range of opinion on just how to do that. What IS discipline anyway and what does it look like? How does it differ from punishment, and what does it look like when we model our parenting after God's heart for us?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:861ec686-537b-412f-9d9b-3595a41a7eb3 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2618 parenting,christianparent,raisingkids,momofteen,toddlermom,discipline,correction,consequences,punishment,gentleparent,boundaries 8 22 false Hurry Up! Hurry Up! We move pretty fast in American society. There's so much to do and so much to take in. What's the real pace of childhood and can it teach us something as harried (and hurried) parents? How much down time should you (can you) actually have?

The Hurried Child by David Elkind has its 25th anniversary this year.

]]> We move pretty fast in American society. There's so much to do and so much to take in. What's the real pace of childhood and can it teach us something as harried (and hurried) parents? How much down time should you (can you) actually have?

The Hurried Child by David Elkind has its 25th anniversary this year.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:eb444aa3-ef40-4c0e-8a42-ded463baeb0f Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1540 parents,parenting,christianparent,momlife,motherhood,rush,hurry,hurriedchild,rest,slowdown,familylife,raisingkids 8 21 false Kinkeeping Kinkeeping Earlier this year, the term kinkeeping exploded. What is it and who tends to do it? We're talking about the emotional and organizational labor involved in keeping family connections strong, from being active in the group text to orchestrating the annual holiday family reunion. Is this a gendered role or one that anyone can do?

]]> Earlier this year, the term kinkeeping exploded. What is it and who tends to do it? We're talking about the emotional and organizational labor involved in keeping family connections strong, from being active in the group text to orchestrating the annual holiday family reunion. Is this a gendered role or one that anyone can do?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a5085cb3-b625-4220-8902-911a5518a269 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2314 parenting,christianfamily,christianparent,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,kinkeeping,familycommunication,familyreunion,familyhistory 8 20 false Parenting from 30,000 Feet Parenting from 30,000 Feet Sometimes it's helpful to step back from our day-to-day as parents and see what sort of role we're taking on with our kids. If we have a broader perspective, a view from 30,000 feet, say, we might learn a bit about our approach and whether it's serving us or our kids the way we want it to. Is your approach one of "ownership" or "ambassadorship"?

]]> Sometimes it's helpful to step back from our day-to-day as parents and see what sort of role we're taking on with our kids. If we have a broader perspective, a view from 30,000 feet, say, we might learn a bit about our approach and whether it's serving us or our kids the way we want it to. Is your approach one of "ownership" or "ambassadorship"?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b8c75f3c-d622-45fc-aad2-d5d6af2f7bef Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2695 parenting,christianparenting,christianparent,family,children,raisingkids,parentperspective,motherhood,momlife,mompodcast 8 19 false Halloween: To Trick or Treat? Halloween: To Trick or Treat? Halloween is a huge holiday with consumers, with billions spent each year. We're talking about our own Halloween experiences and where we've landed these days with trick-or-treating. Where does Halloween come from anyway? Does it matter if or how we celebrate it?

]]> Halloween is a huge holiday with consumers, with billions spent each year. We're talking about our own Halloween experiences and where we've landed these days with trick-or-treating. Where does Halloween come from anyway? Does it matter if or how we celebrate it?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5a559c15-c974-437f-949b-3c46bb5f98fc Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2340 parenting,christianparent,raisingkids,family,halloween,holidays,christianholidays,motherhood,momlife,worldview,historyofhalloween 8 18 false Becoming Brave Together, with Jessica Patay Becoming Brave Together, with Jessica Patay Jessica Patay, a mom of 3 from Los Angeles, CA, isn't fearless. But she is brave. She's formed a support organization and completed an anthology of stories from moms like her, moms whose expectations of motherhood turned out differently from what they'd imagined. One of her sons has Prater-Willi syndrome, a genetic disorder that they've learned to not only live with, but that has spawned an incredible outreach of support and community.

wearebravetogether.org

Brave Together podcast

the Becoming Brave Together book

]]> Jessica Patay, a mom of 3 from Los Angeles, CA, isn't fearless. But she is brave. She's formed a support organization and completed an anthology of stories from moms like her, moms whose expectations of motherhood turned out differently from what they'd imagined. One of her sons has Prater-Willi syndrome, a genetic disorder that they've learned to not only live with, but that has spawned an incredible outreach of support and community.

wearebravetogether.org

Brave Together podcast

the Becoming Brave Together book

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:db0dcdf2-0dc0-48a4-ae19-8daf3e29616b Mon, 21 Oct 2024 18:41:00 -0500 2360 brave,parenting,momcommunity,momstrong,momlife,becomingbrave,momsupport 8 17 false As They Grow: Tweens to Teens As They Grow: Tweens to Teens Older children need different guidance. There are some real transitions going on between parenting an elementary aged child and an adolescent/teen--for both parents and kids. They should be gaining responsibility and earning some freedom, while parents shift from directive guidance to a more influential role. We talk about many of those transitions and some of the issues that arise during these sometimes bumpy years.

]]> Older children need different guidance. There are some real transitions going on between parenting an elementary aged child and an adolescent/teen--for both parents and kids. They should be gaining responsibility and earning some freedom, while parents shift from directive guidance to a more influential role. We talk about many of those transitions and some of the issues that arise during these sometimes bumpy years.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b96333f5-a1b0-44e3-89fa-345894e3deb3 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3634 momoftween,momofteen,raisingkids,parenting,parents,momlife,motherhood,adolescence,adolescent,raisingteens,christianparent 8 16 false Letting Go...It's the Job Letting Go...It's the Job The gig of motherhood. If we do it right and all goes according to plan, we end up with children who leave and make their own way in the world. It's the most all consuming thing for parents aannnddd then it isn't. On this episode, we're reflecting on what the empty nest felt like initially and how it's going.

]]> The gig of motherhood. If we do it right and all goes according to plan, we end up with children who leave and make their own way in the world. It's the most all consuming thing for parents aannnddd then it isn't. On this episode, we're reflecting on what the empty nest felt like initially and how it's going.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c8bab7cd-6e6f-4710-8c58-e9453a884977 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3708 parenting,raisingkids,christianparent,family,emptynest,leavinghome,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,afterkids,adultchildren 8 15 false Afraid of the Doctor, with Melissa Hogan Afraid of the Doctor, with Melissa Hogan Attorney and mom, Melissa Hogan, wrote the first book of its kind when her son was handed a challenging diagnosis. As she's navigated the health care system and learned how to care for her son and herself in the process, Melissa recognized the need to help all parents prevent and manage medical trauma. In our conversation she talks through some practical and surprising things parents can do with their children--even for routine pediatric doctor and dental visits--that can help allay fears and smooth the process.

Afraid of the Doctor

]]> Attorney and mom, Melissa Hogan, wrote the first book of its kind when her son was handed a challenging diagnosis. As she's navigated the health care system and learned how to care for her son and herself in the process, Melissa recognized the need to help all parents prevent and manage medical trauma. In our conversation she talks through some practical and surprising things parents can do with their children--even for routine pediatric doctor and dental visits--that can help allay fears and smooth the process.

Afraid of the Doctor

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8fe8c608-7cf0-4921-b99c-343ead16ee94 Mon, 30 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3325 parenting,medicaltrauma,goingtothedoctor,firstdoctorvisit,chronicallyillchild,childhood,parenttips,raisingkids,momoftoddler,newmom,afraidofthedoctor 8 14 false Starting Kindergarten, with Katie Ellis & Deborah Henderson Starting Kindergarten, with Katie Ellis & Deborah Henderson One of the first major transitions a child has is the first day of school. We talk to two seasoned kindergarten teachers who give us great tips on what's really important for kids to know and practice before they start school, and some helpful advice for parents, too. Kindergarten is about way more than learning letters and numbers. How do you know when your child is ready?

]]> One of the first major transitions a child has is the first day of school. We talk to two seasoned kindergarten teachers who give us great tips on what's really important for kids to know and practice before they start school, and some helpful advice for parents, too. Kindergarten is about way more than learning letters and numbers. How do you know when your child is ready?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ba59781a-1069-4f74-8c4c-57f4b58e9380 Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3610 kindergarten,startingkindergarten,startingschool,firstdayofschool,schoolskills,kindergartenteacher,motherhood,momlife,raisingkids,education,parenting,parentingpodcast,mompodcast 8 13 false Meal Plans on a Budget, with Mandy Klentz Meal Plans on a Budget, with Mandy Klentz Grocery prices have skyrocketed and the average family struggles to afford feeding their family every week. Mandy is a real-life, regular mom who has figured it out. She's got easy and delicious meal plans with shopping lists and normal ingredients for busy families--even if cooking isn't your thing. We tried some of her recipes and gave them two thumbs UP!!

Plandy Mandy Meal Plans

LISTENER DISCOUNT CODE: MOM30

]]> Grocery prices have skyrocketed and the average family struggles to afford feeding their family every week. Mandy is a real-life, regular mom who has figured it out. She's got easy and delicious meal plans with shopping lists and normal ingredients for busy families--even if cooking isn't your thing. We tried some of her recipes and gave them two thumbs UP!!

Plandy Mandy Meal Plans

LISTENER DISCOUNT CODE: MOM30

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d229dd79-9417-4d85-8e7c-0e751c068167 Mon, 16 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3342 parenting,raisingkids,momofteen,momoftween,toddlermom,grocerybudget,mealplan,mealplansonabudget,cooking,easymeals,familydinners,feedingyourfamily 8 12 false Student Loans from a Student Perspective, with Savannah Cunningham Student Loans from a Student Perspective, with Savannah Cunningham Student debt can be a hot button subject! We wanted to see how it looked from a student's point of view. This episode is our conversation with a student recently out of grad school, with the student loans to prove it. Savannah Cunningham (Bonnie's daughter) taught us a thing or two and offers some on-the-ground tips for families with high school or college students navigating the minefields of student debt.

]]> Student debt can be a hot button subject! We wanted to see how it looked from a student's point of view. This episode is our conversation with a student recently out of grad school, with the student loans to prove it. Savannah Cunningham (Bonnie's daughter) taught us a thing or two and offers some on-the-ground tips for families with high school or college students navigating the minefields of student debt.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:bec38022-849a-48ee-83fa-717b14e1bc3c Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 4084 collegekid,goingtocollege,studentdebt,studentloans,payingforcollege,momofteen,momoftween,parenting,parentofteen,raisingkids,parentofyoungadult,college,moneyforcollege 8 11 false Joy Habit #4: Attacking Toxic Thoughts Joy Habit #4: Attacking Toxic Thoughts Many of us have looping tapes playing in our heads with a soundtrack that's largely negative. With a little practice and some small habits, we can arrest these toxic thoughts before they gain a foothold and hijack our relationships, success, and joy. And, we can teach our kiddos early on how to do this, too!

]]> Many of us have looping tapes playing in our heads with a soundtrack that's largely negative. With a little practice and some small habits, we can arrest these toxic thoughts before they gain a foothold and hijack our relationships, success, and joy. And, we can teach our kiddos early on how to do this, too!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ebc9c15b-eadf-406d-83ae-2a719e206355 Mon, 02 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2565 joy,joyful,joyfilled,joyhabits,parenting,selftalk,negativetalk,intrusivethoughts,thoughtlife,controllingthoughts,truthtalk 8 10 false Joy Habit #3: Storytelling Joy Habit #3: Storytelling How we tell our stories determines how we see ourselves and the world. How do we frame a failure or diappointment? How do we recount a struggle? But it's not just all about the spin. In this episode, our conversation covers learning how to tell better, truer stories in order to find those glimmers of joy.

Marcus Warner's book: The Four Habits of Joy-Filled People

]]> How we tell our stories determines how we see ourselves and the world. How do we frame a failure or diappointment? How do we recount a struggle? But it's not just all about the spin. In this episode, our conversation covers learning how to tell better, truer stories in order to find those glimmers of joy.

Marcus Warner's book: The Four Habits of Joy-Filled People

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6535da1c-9b06-4e43-bb03-cc6c1d253ca1 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3533 joy,joyful,joyfilled,storytelling,emotionalregulation,emotionalmaturity,mindset,cultivate,raisingkids,christianparent,motherhood,momlife 8 9 false Joy Habit #2: Appreciating Joy Habit #2: Appreciating In this third episode of our Joy series, we look at the difference between living from a fear-based perspective and one based on joy. We walk through some easy-to-practice skills you (and your kids!) can do to learn the power of appreciation and get back on the path to emotional regulation and calm.

Marcus Warner's book: The Four Habits of Joy-Filled People

]]> In this third episode of our Joy series, we look at the difference between living from a fear-based perspective and one based on joy. We walk through some easy-to-practice skills you (and your kids!) can do to learn the power of appreciation and get back on the path to emotional regulation and calm.

Marcus Warner's book: The Four Habits of Joy-Filled People

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7602472c-1676-4d62-a8d6-a80534c97433 Mon, 19 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2982 joy,joyful,goodhabits,lifeskills,gratitude,appreciating,emotionalregulation,parenting,raisingkids,motherhood,growth 8 8 false Joy Habit #1 Calming Joy Habit #1 Calming In this episode, part 2 of our joy series, we're talking about the first habit we can practice to move out of our "fear house" and into our "joy house." When we feel out of control -- like a toddler whose emotions are all over the place-- there are things we can do to quiet our bodies. Being calm isn't simply a matter of will or choice. When someone simply tells us to "calm down," it usually has the opposite effect! If your day seems to be spiraling, practice some of these calming exercises with your kids!

]]> In this episode, part 2 of our joy series, we're talking about the first habit we can practice to move out of our "fear house" and into our "joy house." When we feel out of control -- like a toddler whose emotions are all over the place-- there are things we can do to quiet our bodies. Being calm isn't simply a matter of will or choice. When someone simply tells us to "calm down," it usually has the opposite effect! If your day seems to be spiraling, practice some of these calming exercises with your kids!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:bf6d764a-dd5c-4e08-8d02-2cd13b5289c3 Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2196 joy,joyfilled,joyful,findingjoy,habits,parenting,raisingkids,momlife,mompodcast 8 7 false Four Habits of Joy-Filled People, Part 1 Four Habits of Joy-Filled People, Part 1 We hear the slogan "choose joy" tossed around a lot, but is that even possible? In this upcoming series we're unpacking a few habits that we can practice--and help our children practice to get a headstart on things!--to unearth more joy in our lives. Simple and quick habits anyone can do.

Four Habits of Joy-Filled People: 15 Minute Brain Science Hacks to a More Connected and Satisfying Life

]]> We hear the slogan "choose joy" tossed around a lot, but is that even possible? In this upcoming series we're unpacking a few habits that we can practice--and help our children practice to get a headstart on things!--to unearth more joy in our lives. Simple and quick habits anyone can do.

Four Habits of Joy-Filled People: 15 Minute Brain Science Hacks to a More Connected and Satisfying Life

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1c217998-5094-4836-9230-bde917030628 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2214 joy,relationships,family,christianparent,parenting,christianfamily,fruitofthespirit,joyful,joyfilled 8 6 false When Marriage is Tough, with Traci Condra (Part 2) When Marriage is Tough, with Traci Condra (Part 2) This 2-part interview with Traci Condra details her 15+ year marriage with her husband, Kyle, who struggled for years with worsening anger and rage. After years of prayer and counseling, Traci and their two daughters found themselves at a low point, wondering if this was just what life would be like. Then, the But God moment.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

]]> This 2-part interview with Traci Condra details her 15+ year marriage with her husband, Kyle, who struggled for years with worsening anger and rage. After years of prayer and counseling, Traci and their two daughters found themselves at a low point, wondering if this was just what life would be like. Then, the But God moment.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4526789b-4a9c-402e-81ca-27adbbc774d6 Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 4322 marriage,christianmarriage,marriagestruggle,angrymarriage,anger,rage,christianfamily,raisingkids,angryspouse,motherhood,momlife,mompodcast 8 5 false When Marriage is Tough, with Traci Condra (Part 1) When Marriage is Tough, with Traci Condra (Part 1)

This 2-part interview with Traci Condra details her 15+ year marriage with her husband, Kyle, who struggled for years with worsening anger and rage. After years of prayer and counseling, Traci and their two daughters found themselves at a low point, wondering if this was just what life would be like.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

]]>

This 2-part interview with Traci Condra details her 15+ year marriage with her husband, Kyle, who struggled for years with worsening anger and rage. After years of prayer and counseling, Traci and their two daughters found themselves at a low point, wondering if this was just what life would be like.

National Domestic Abuse Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Why Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:eeca1eac-abbd-4940-9715-c5769f90c387 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 6994 parenting,marriage,christianfamily,raisingkids,christianmarriage,christianparent,abusivespouse,anger 8 4 false Birth Order: the Lastborn (a.k.a. "the baby) Birth Order: the Lastborn (a.k.a. "the baby) In the 3rd in our birth order series, we peel back the curtain on the baby of the family. What makes lastborns tick and how might that play out in their marriages and parenting tendencies? Lastborns have advantages and disadvantages that other children in families don't. Plus, they really know how to turn on the charm.

]]> In the 3rd in our birth order series, we peel back the curtain on the baby of the family. What makes lastborns tick and how might that play out in their marriages and parenting tendencies? Lastborns have advantages and disadvantages that other children in families don't. Plus, they really know how to turn on the charm.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:23a056d8-19de-4572-87e5-bc55bc9af613 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1757 parenting,christianparent,raisingkids,motherhood,momlife,siblings,lastborn,babyofthefamily,newmom,newparent,birthorder,birthordertraits,christianfamily 8 3 false Birth Order: the Middle Child Birth Order: the Middle Child There's more to middle children than being the overlooked, overshadowed kid who gets lost in the shuffle. Middles do find ways to distinguish themselves from other siblings. They're sociable, adaptable, and very loyal friends. As a middle child, how might you react as a parent, or a spouse? Knowing these tendencies about yourself or your chlid can be enlightening and helpful!

]]> There's more to middle children than being the overlooked, overshadowed kid who gets lost in the shuffle. Middles do find ways to distinguish themselves from other siblings. They're sociable, adaptable, and very loyal friends. As a middle child, how might you react as a parent, or a spouse? Knowing these tendencies about yourself or your chlid can be enlightening and helpful!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4dd04702-616e-46bc-88e4-21c852b7c856 Mon, 08 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1660 parenting,raisingkids,birthorder,middlechild,secondborn,newparent,newmom,christianfamily,motherhood,childhood,siblings,birthordertraits 8 2 false Birth Order: Firstborns and Only Children Birth Order: Firstborns and Only Children The family context we're born into plays a large part in who we become. It's the nurture part of the nature versus nurture equation. Firstborn and Only children not only have parents to themeselves for a good period of time, but they may also bear the first-time stress and doubt of new parents. They're the guinea pigs, the first drafts, and the ones who are oldest and should "know better." If you're a firstborn or only, sharing this episode with your younger siblings or spouse might explain a lot about you!

]]> The family context we're born into plays a large part in who we become. It's the nurture part of the nature versus nurture equation. Firstborn and Only children not only have parents to themeselves for a good period of time, but they may also bear the first-time stress and doubt of new parents. They're the guinea pigs, the first drafts, and the ones who are oldest and should "know better." If you're a firstborn or only, sharing this episode with your younger siblings or spouse might explain a lot about you!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:68f6340c-5808-4e51-8241-d64f3a15fb61 Mon, 01 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3158 parenting,birthorder,firstborn,newmom,newparents,onlychild,siblings,momlife,motherhood,raisingkids,christianparent,christianfamily 8 1 false Fitness for Moms, with Hannah Skelley Fitness for Moms, with Hannah Skelley From hula hoops to Peloton, this conversation with guest Hannah Skelley covers miles of fitness ground. She's a golf coach and mom of two who also designs her own fitness routines to work with a busy mom's schedule. Join us for the low down on fitness from pregnancy to post-partum and beyond!

Check out the vothcenter.com (Voice of the Heart), the counseling center mentioned in this episode.

]]> From hula hoops to Peloton, this conversation with guest Hannah Skelley covers miles of fitness ground. She's a golf coach and mom of two who also designs her own fitness routines to work with a busy mom's schedule. Join us for the low down on fitness from pregnancy to post-partum and beyond!

Check out the vothcenter.com (Voice of the Heart), the counseling center mentioned in this episode.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:30c67279-91c5-4306-b482-2f411a3ffb52 Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 4893 momlife,motherhood,newmom,fitmom,fitness,exercise,healthymom,health,pregnancy,expectingmom,healthypregnancy 7 26 false The Role of Daughter-in-Law The Role of Daughter-in-Law It may be one of the trickiest and most notorious relationships in the history of families: mother and daughter-in-law. We've been both daughter-in-law and mother-in-law and we think there may be some best practices on both sides that can smooth a potentially rough road.

]]> It may be one of the trickiest and most notorious relationships in the history of families: mother and daughter-in-law. We've been both daughter-in-law and mother-in-law and we think there may be some best practices on both sides that can smooth a potentially rough road.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:51eb9fe4-6722-47f3-99de-4eacc8b95b0e Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2246 family,christianfamily,raisingkids,inlaws,motherinlaw,daughterinlaw,familyrelationships,parenting,adultchildren,boymom,motherhood,mothering 7 24 false Dad Pod Dad Pod It's not a dad bod, it's a father figure. ;) We're approaching father's day this week, and our conversation digs into at a couple of very do-able dad things that can make a big difference in your child's life. Moms, feel free to forward this one along as an encouragement to the dads in the trenches with you!

]]> It's not a dad bod, it's a father figure. ;) We're approaching father's day this week, and our conversation digs into at a couple of very do-able dad things that can make a big difference in your child's life. Moms, feel free to forward this one along as an encouragement to the dads in the trenches with you!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1459519c-1d5a-4345-88a7-742b993ac90f Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3104 parenting,dads,fathers,fatherhood,dadlife,raisingkids,christiandad,christianparent,parentingpodcast,gooddad 7 24 false Aim Your Arrows Aim Your Arrows Do you have a target in raising your children? If you don't know where you're aiming, you could wind far from where you intended. If you fail to aim, you aim to fail. We get into some practical life skills and character traits that kids need to learn to become competent, capable adults. Far too often, we underestimate our kids!

Here's a link to the "how adult are you" test we mentioned in the broadcast!

Just Ask Your Mom website

]]> Do you have a target in raising your children? If you don't know where you're aiming, you could wind far from where you intended. If you fail to aim, you aim to fail. We get into some practical life skills and character traits that kids need to learn to become competent, capable adults. Far too often, we underestimate our kids!

Here's a link to the "how adult are you" test we mentioned in the broadcast!

Just Ask Your Mom website

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:92c99a35-c9bc-4046-a8f9-c6145a2616c1 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2546 parenting,christianparent,raisingkids,momlife,mompodcast,mothering,motherhood,parenthood,newmom,momofteen,momoftween,toddlermom,parentinggoals 7 23 false What's Wrong With Ordinary? What's Wrong With Ordinary? Much of mothering is sheer ordinariness: 2 am feedings, reading Good Night Moon AGAIN, and carpooling to soccer, band, or dance. Maybe we find ourselves yearning for "more," something more exciting or noteworthy. Somewhere along the way, "ordinary" became something to avoid or scoff at. But if we dig a little deeper, it just may be where all the best parts of life are found.

]]> Much of mothering is sheer ordinariness: 2 am feedings, reading Good Night Moon AGAIN, and carpooling to soccer, band, or dance. Maybe we find ourselves yearning for "more," something more exciting or noteworthy. Somewhere along the way, "ordinary" became something to avoid or scoff at. But if we dig a little deeper, it just may be where all the best parts of life are found.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d7235306-359b-4493-9093-e5e0726a8db2 Mon, 27 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2405 parenting,parents,christianparent,christianparenting,raisingkids,momlife,motherhood,ordinary,ruinedfortheordinary,quietlife,simplelife,contentment 7 22 false Q&A with New Moms! Q&A with New Moms! A fun twist on our format, 3 new moms turn the tables on us and WE are in the hot seat. Totally unscripted, this trio fired away with all kinds of topics they wanted answers for. We managed to sweat our way through the minefields and ended up with a fun, spontaneous conversation.

]]> A fun twist on our format, 3 new moms turn the tables on us and WE are in the hot seat. Totally unscripted, this trio fired away with all kinds of topics they wanted answers for. We managed to sweat our way through the minefields and ended up with a fun, spontaneous conversation.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2b374ab2-cff4-4044-9976-8ea10feb957c Mon, 20 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3798 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,momoftoddler,momofnewborn,momofteen,parentingpodcast,momlife,mompodcast,motherhood,mothering 7 21 false Get Some Rest Get Some Rest We're poking the bear a little here, questioning the old-fashioned Puritan "work ethic" our culture is bathed in. Where does this come from? As busy moms in a busy world, it's hard to hop off the merry-go-round, but there may be some profound things to learn by trying it out once in a while!

]]> We're poking the bear a little here, questioning the old-fashioned Puritan "work ethic" our culture is bathed in. Where does this come from? As busy moms in a busy world, it's hard to hop off the merry-go-round, but there may be some profound things to learn by trying it out once in a while!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8428f9ba-1d8b-47b5-b54b-0ccaf4c46e0b Mon, 13 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3348 parenting,rest,sabbath,raisingkids,christianparent,christianparenting,identity,workethic,momlife,busymom,workaholic 7 20 false Talking to Your Kids about Death: Near Death Experiences and the Christian (with LaDonna & Jana Brown) Talking to Your Kids about Death: Near Death Experiences and the Christian (with LaDonna & Jana Brown) When a grandparent or another family member dies, it's only natural for kids to start asking questions. So how do we respond without confusing them? Perhaps some accounts of near-death-experiences could help. During a heart episode and 3+ minutes without a heartbeat, LaDonna Brown experienced something that she carries with her still and that has erased any fear about what is to come.

]]> When a grandparent or another family member dies, it's only natural for kids to start asking questions. So how do we respond without confusing them? Perhaps some accounts of near-death-experiences could help. During a heart episode and 3+ minutes without a heartbeat, LaDonna Brown experienced something that she carries with her still and that has erased any fear about what is to come.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:05c1ea0a-d7a1-475a-ad38-35b2097a412e Mon, 06 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2971 parenting,raisingkids,christianparenting,christianmom,mompodcast,momlife,kidsandheaven,neardeathexperience,kidsanddeath,lifeafterdeath 7 20 false Pomp & Circumstance: Graduations & Rites of Passage Pomp & Circumstance: Graduations & Rites of Passage We're approaching graduation season, which means celebrating transitions of all kinds: preschool to elementary, elementary to middle school, and high school and college graduations. How are rites of passage important and how do we mark these milestones? From a public school & homeschool perspective, we weigh in on how things went while our kids were in school.

]]> We're approaching graduation season, which means celebrating transitions of all kinds: preschool to elementary, elementary to middle school, and high school and college graduations. How are rites of passage important and how do we mark these milestones? From a public school & homeschool perspective, we weigh in on how things went while our kids were in school.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9574a49c-a919-4fd8-b03e-db852e992c5b Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1920 graduation,milestones,markingmilestones,ritesofpassage,parenting,parentpodcast,christianparenting,mompodcast,momlife,grads,transitions 7 18 false Baby Sitters, with Peyton and Miley Smith Baby Sitters, with Peyton and Miley Smith If you've got young children and don't live near family, odds are you'll need a sitter at some point. What do you look for? How do you find one? What do sitters expect and what should you expect in return? In this episode, we talk to two sisters who give us the down low on all that and more!

]]> If you've got young children and don't live near family, odds are you'll need a sitter at some point. What do you look for? How do you find one? What do sitters expect and what should you expect in return? In this episode, we talk to two sisters who give us the down low on all that and more!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7f7fff57-9355-4ef8-9fc9-f55eff475643 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3736 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,sitters,babysitters,babysitting,childcare,motherhood,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,parentingtips 7 17 false #NannyLife, with Mary Hill & Merri Aydelott #NannyLife, with Mary Hill & Merri Aydelott Join us for our conversation with two seasoned nannies, Merri Aydelott and Mary Hill. They've nannied for multiple families and walk us through what it's like from the Nanny's perspective. What goes into hiring a nanny? What things might you consider? What happens when kids age out of needing a nanny? We learned a lot in this conversation & you will, too!

]]> Join us for our conversation with two seasoned nannies, Merri Aydelott and Mary Hill. They've nannied for multiple families and walk us through what it's like from the Nanny's perspective. What goes into hiring a nanny? What things might you consider? What happens when kids age out of needing a nanny? We learned a lot in this conversation & you will, too!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ddc9dac1-1778-4238-b283-f9acd0fb2a0b Mon, 15 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3459 parenting,parents,christianparenting,raisingkids,childcare,childcareoptions,nanny,nannylife,beingananny,momlife,motherhood,parentingpodcast 7 16 false 10 Conversations to Have With Your Daughter, with Nellie Harden 10 Conversations to Have With Your Daughter, with Nellie Harden Our guest, Nellie Harden, a mom to 4 teenaged daughters, talks with us about some of her favorite conversations to have with them to instill self esteem, self worth, and self-confidence. Nellie is an author and speaker and offers courses and resources on navigating the teen years at her site nellieharden.com.

40 Scriptures and Conversations to Have with Daughters

Daughter Decoder Masterclass

]]> Our guest, Nellie Harden, a mom to 4 teenaged daughters, talks with us about some of her favorite conversations to have with them to instill self esteem, self worth, and self-confidence. Nellie is an author and speaker and offers courses and resources on navigating the teen years at her site nellieharden.com.

40 Scriptures and Conversations to Have with Daughters

Daughter Decoder Masterclass

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ef8b45c0-2a8b-47b4-9ca0-e728ca6cec96 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3464 7 15 false Kids & Weddings Kids & Weddings In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons (and dos and don'ts) of having children AT your wedding, IN your wedding, or being the parent of a child in a wedding party or on a guest list. From simple etiquette know-how to things to consider whether you're a guest or a host, this fun conversation covers it all.

]]> In this episode, we dive into the pros and cons (and dos and don'ts) of having children AT your wedding, IN your wedding, or being the parent of a child in a wedding party or on a guest list. From simple etiquette know-how to things to consider whether you're a guest or a host, this fun conversation covers it all.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:afd13ee4-9d64-4991-9a1c-7c2b273b5e86 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 2456 parenting,raisingkids,momlife,motherhood,kidsandweddings,childrenandweddings,weddingswithkids,ringbearer,flowergirl,family,familylife,lifewithkids 7 14 false Parenting Through a Health Crisis, with Jamie Jackson Parenting Through a Health Crisis, with Jamie Jackson Just before her 40th birthday, Jamie Jackson received a shocking diagnosis. A mom of 3 daughters, Jamie's first concern was wanting to be there to see her kids grow up. Seven years down the road, the future is promising, and Jamie shares with us lessons she's learned about faith, fortitude, and fragility. And also that holing up under your bathroom vanity is maybe not the most solid life plan.

]]> Just before her 40th birthday, Jamie Jackson received a shocking diagnosis. A mom of 3 daughters, Jamie's first concern was wanting to be there to see her kids grow up. Seven years down the road, the future is promising, and Jamie shares with us lessons she's learned about faith, fortitude, and fragility. And also that holing up under your bathroom vanity is maybe not the most solid life plan.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5b44d864-41d5-4c39-b3ac-6c544647a154 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3996 colorectalcancer,cancer,momwithcancer,parenting,parentingthroughcancer,momlife,mompodcast,raisingkids,christianparent,christianparenting 7 13 false Prayers Through the Tough Stuff Prayers Through the Tough Stuff We may spend a lot of time praying on behalf of our children. We've noticed over the years that our prayers have changed from those for blessings and success to those for resilience and transformation. When our children face the hardest things, sometimes God wants us to pray them through that instead of out of it. In this episode we chew on what that looks like and get curious about why we as parents have a hard time doing that.

]]> We may spend a lot of time praying on behalf of our children. We've noticed over the years that our prayers have changed from those for blessings and success to those for resilience and transformation. When our children face the hardest things, sometimes God wants us to pray them through that instead of out of it. In this episode we chew on what that looks like and get curious about why we as parents have a hard time doing that.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0d76d2cd-d1dd-4f2e-845c-cb98203028b0 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 3316 prayer,prayingforkids,difficultprayers,parenting,christianparenting,parentingtips,momoftween,momofteen,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 7 11 false R-E-S-P-E-C-T R-E-S-P-E-C-T The word "respect" gets tossed around a lot when kids reach the tweens & teenage years. What does respect look like and how do we raise respectful kids? What if we model and mirror respect with our marriages? Respect is reciprocal. Chances are, if we're feeling disrespected, it might be because we aren't as respectful as we could be ourselves.

]]> The word "respect" gets tossed around a lot when kids reach the tweens & teenage years. What does respect look like and how do we raise respectful kids? What if we model and mirror respect with our marriages? Respect is reciprocal. Chances are, if we're feeling disrespected, it might be because we aren't as respectful as we could be ourselves.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0c30267a-b04d-4a71-9852-2d36ae27d870 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 09:30:00 -0500 3045 respect,respectful,respectfulkids,parenting,parentlife,parentingtips,raisingkids,momofteen,momoftween,respectinmarriage,momlife,motherhood,christianparent,christianparenting 7 11 false Drawing Your Child Near to God, with Sara Bryson Drawing Your Child Near to God, with Sara Bryson Prayer is a two-way conversation, but we often struggle with helping our children to connect with and tune in to a God. This is especially true if it's something we struggle with in our own prayer life. Guest Sara Bryson joins us for a conversation about drawing near to God, hearing from Him, and some ways to help our children do that.

If you'd like to sign up for facilitated prayer in person or via Zoom or learn more about today's conversation:

Sign Up To Pray

Freedom Prayer

The book we mentioned by Andy Reese and Jennifer Barnett: Freedom Tools

]]> Prayer is a two-way conversation, but we often struggle with helping our children to connect with and tune in to a God. This is especially true if it's something we struggle with in our own prayer life. Guest Sara Bryson joins us for a conversation about drawing near to God, hearing from Him, and some ways to help our children do that.

If you'd like to sign up for facilitated prayer in person or via Zoom or learn more about today's conversation:

Sign Up To Pray

Freedom Prayer

The book we mentioned by Andy Reese and Jennifer Barnett: Freedom Tools

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:23dc7ef2-7402-492e-9c21-39f9daa1ce16 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0600 3614 parenting,christianparent,prayer,prayerandkids,prayingkids,prayingwithkids,raisingkids,momofteen,prayerlife,parentingtips,momlife,momsinprayer 7 10 false A Day in the Life of a Day Care, with BJ Smith A Day in the Life of a Day Care, with BJ Smith Over 6 million parents in the US use day cares for their childcare. What should parents look for and expect in a day care center? Special guest, BJ Smith, owner of several day cares in the middle Tennessee area, gives us the lowdown on what kids are doing in day cares and how they're faring. We learned a lot in this episode and hope you will, too!

Tot's Spot Academyis the day care business BJ owns and operates.

]]> Over 6 million parents in the US use day cares for their childcare. What should parents look for and expect in a day care center? Special guest, BJ Smith, owner of several day cares in the middle Tennessee area, gives us the lowdown on what kids are doing in day cares and how they're faring. We learned a lot in this episode and hope you will, too!

Tot's Spot Academyis the day care business BJ owns and operates.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:642d8823-5cf0-4d54-a132-bc09877d619d Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 4336 parenting,childcare,daycare,christianparent,raisingkids,SAHM,childcareoptions,momlife,motherhood,childhood,momoftoddler 7 9 false Giving Our Daughters Confidence (Part 2), with Kelly McCasland Giving Our Daughters Confidence (Part 2), with Kelly McCasland Part 2 of 2: Guest Kelly McCasland offers some suggestions and observations about what makes young women feel confident and what parents could do to bolster that. We talk feminism, finances, and flat tires and a whole host of other things that #girlmoms need to be tuned into.

]]> Part 2 of 2: Guest Kelly McCasland offers some suggestions and observations about what makes young women feel confident and what parents could do to bolster that. We talk feminism, finances, and flat tires and a whole host of other things that #girlmoms need to be tuned into.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e47085d4-1b59-424b-9e89-7593cd9d3d68 Mon, 19 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2612 parenting,christianparent,raisingkids,raisingdaughters,momsanddaughters,girlmom,stronggirls,confidence,confidentgirls 7 8 false Giving Our Daughters Confidence (Part 1), with Kelly McCasland Giving Our Daughters Confidence (Part 1), with Kelly McCasland Part 1 of 2: Guest Kelly McCasland offers some suggestions and observations about what makes young women feel confident and what parents could do to bolster that. We talk feminism, finances, and flat tires and a whole host of other things that #girlmoms need to be tuned into.

]]> Part 1 of 2: Guest Kelly McCasland offers some suggestions and observations about what makes young women feel confident and what parents could do to bolster that. We talk feminism, finances, and flat tires and a whole host of other things that #girlmoms need to be tuned into.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6484ce69-1fb5-4b04-af59-c62af14bebf1 Mon, 12 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2357 parenting,girlmom,momsanddaughters,raisingkids,stronggirls,parentingtips,christianparent,confidence,confidentgirls 7 7 false Organizing Your Home, with Gabri Goodwyn Organizing Your Home, with Gabri Goodwyn Life with kids is busy, and when you can't find anything and your home's a wreck, that can push a lot of us over the edge. Professional organizer, Gabri Goodwyn, weighs in on tips and methods to take back the reins of your home. From clever ways to deal with items on the spot to better ways to think about how you use your space, this episode will inspire you to finally tackle that junk drawer!

A Fresh Space

]]> Life with kids is busy, and when you can't find anything and your home's a wreck, that can push a lot of us over the edge. Professional organizer, Gabri Goodwyn, weighs in on tips and methods to take back the reins of your home. From clever ways to deal with items on the spot to better ways to think about how you use your space, this episode will inspire you to finally tackle that junk drawer!

A Fresh Space

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c3bac607-c9a5-406d-8ee5-263dd453c80e Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 3372 family,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,organizing,homeorganization,organization,tidyhome,declutter,getorganized 7 6 false School Safety School Safety For this episode, we interviewed a seasoned public high school teacher who raised the question of what exactly IS or SHOULD BE our expectation of safety on school campuses where we send our children for 7-8 hours a day. Schools of today do not look like the ones you as a parent may remember even 10-15 years ago. If you don't yet have school-aged children, this may well be a factor when deciding where and how to educate your kids.

**warning: some content may not be appropriate with young listeners in the room** Check out our website for stats & more in-depth articles about this subject.

https://projects.sun-sentinel.com/teenage-time-bombs/how-schools-manage-violent-kids/

]]> For this episode, we interviewed a seasoned public high school teacher who raised the question of what exactly IS or SHOULD BE our expectation of safety on school campuses where we send our children for 7-8 hours a day. Schools of today do not look like the ones you as a parent may remember even 10-15 years ago. If you don't yet have school-aged children, this may well be a factor when deciding where and how to educate your kids.

**warning: some content may not be appropriate with young listeners in the room** Check out our website for stats & more in-depth articles about this subject.

https://projects.sun-sentinel.com/teenage-time-bombs/how-schools-manage-violent-kids/

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:50c57aac-ca7c-4211-9468-6d24d1d80f76 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2253 parenting,education,teachers,teacherlife,kidsinschool,publicschool,parentingpodcast,parentingtips,bullying,schooldiscipline 7 5 false Questions for a New Year Questions for a New Year The start of a new year isn't only a great time to set some goals, it's a perfect time to reflect on where you've been, what you've learned, and how you've grown. Bonnie & Renee give their answers to some dig-deeper questions from the past year. These are great conversation starters for a date night or friend group, too!

]]> The start of a new year isn't only a great time to set some goals, it's a perfect time to reflect on where you've been, what you've learned, and how you've grown. Bonnie & Renee give their answers to some dig-deeper questions from the past year. These are great conversation starters for a date night or friend group, too!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:fffced13-d168-4a84-b757-2660127d7468 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 2119 goals,reflection,planning,newyear,gratitude,questionsforreflection,mompodcast,datenight 7 2 false Sick Days & Snow Days: A Hunker Down How-To Sick Days & Snow Days: A Hunker Down How-To On those days where you're stuck inside because of weather or sick children, we've got you covered! This episode is full of ideas for being indoors with kids of all ages and not losing your mind. Don't let a surprise like weather or being UNDER the weather throw you for a loop!

]]> On those days where you're stuck inside because of weather or sick children, we've got you covered! This episode is full of ideas for being indoors with kids of all ages and not losing your mind. Don't let a surprise like weather or being UNDER the weather throw you for a loop!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:fc8d22d5-84ed-4234-9929-455cfa9fd016 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1931 parenting,parentingtips,snowday,kidsinside,sickkids,stircrazy,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,indoorswithkids 7 3 false Saving Money While Raising Kids Saving Money While Raising Kids The average cost of raising a child in the US per year is roughly $16,000. What goes into that estimate and what can budget-conscious families do to whittle that down? In this episode, we walk through some ways you can raise children without digging yourself deep into debt--and still have fun!

]]> The average cost of raising a child in the US per year is roughly $16,000. What goes into that estimate and what can budget-conscious families do to whittle that down? In this episode, we walk through some ways you can raise children without digging yourself deep into debt--and still have fun!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:eece3759-e76c-41df-8269-3e4e67341e73 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 3034 parenting,parentingtips,raisingkids,budgetfriendly,budget,costofkids,savingmoney,familybudget,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,finances 7 2 false How to Bring Scripture into Your Home How to Bring Scripture into Your Home Words matter. The words we say and those we focus on. In this episode we outline 10 easy, creative, and kid-friendly ways to incorporate scripture (the most powerful words there are!) into your home. Words carry energy, so why not bring some positive, growth-centered energy into your new year?

]]> Words matter. The words we say and those we focus on. In this episode we outline 10 easy, creative, and kid-friendly ways to incorporate scripture (the most powerful words there are!) into your home. Words carry energy, so why not bring some positive, growth-centered energy into your new year?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9b99f97b-97f0-409f-badb-038ad878c199 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1932 parenting,parentingpodcast,christianparenting,christianfamily,raisingkids,spiritfilledhome,momlife,motherhood,wordsmatter 7 1 false Teaching Kids to Notice Teaching Kids to Notice We hear it all the time: moms are overwhelmed juggling ALL THE THINGS and it seems like everything falls on us. Maybe we talk to our kids about "helping out" or being "mommy's helper," but is this doing the trick? Does it teach initiative and teamwork? Catch this week's episode for some new language you might want to try to ease the burdens you're carrying.

]]> We hear it all the time: moms are overwhelmed juggling ALL THE THINGS and it seems like everything falls on us. Maybe we talk to our kids about "helping out" or being "mommy's helper," but is this doing the trick? Does it teach initiative and teamwork? Catch this week's episode for some new language you might want to try to ease the burdens you're carrying.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:fd87c1ae-1aa7-4f7e-9c63-3d03527d7096 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1854 parenting,parentingtips,christianparenting,momlife,momofteen,momoftoddler,housework,chorecharts,helparoundhouse,mentalload,family,familyteam 6 26 false 7 Elements for a Strong Family, with Mell Hashey 7 Elements for a Strong Family, with Mell Hashey Mell Hashey, of the Strong Family Project, joins us in this episode to talk about the elements that make a strong family. Mell and her husband Joe have incorporated all seven of these in their family of 5 and she walks us through some great tips for positive family routines, solid identity, and ways to get everybody contributing to the family.

strongfamilyproject.com

]]> Mell Hashey, of the Strong Family Project, joins us in this episode to talk about the elements that make a strong family. Mell and her husband Joe have incorporated all seven of these in their family of 5 and she walks us through some great tips for positive family routines, solid identity, and ways to get everybody contributing to the family.

strongfamilyproject.com

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5c887697-6114-412c-9e18-75a33c040673 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 3193 family,christianfamily,christianparenting,parenting,parentingtips,parentingstrategies,positiveparenting,momlife,momofteen,momoftoddler 6 25 false Ways to Save Money for Christmas Ways to Save Money for Christmas Christmas can break the bank, but it doesn't have to be that way. On this episode, we run down some ways you can spend within your means and not spend January getting out of debt. And if that train has already left the station for this December, you can use it as motivation for next year!

]]> Christmas can break the bank, but it doesn't have to be that way. On this episode, we run down some ways you can spend within your means and not spend January getting out of debt. And if that train has already left the station for this December, you can use it as motivation for next year!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c365a4be-8caa-4d85-8245-85fca8b4a010 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1604 parenting,raisingkids,momlife,parentingpodcast,christmas,christmasmoney,kidsandchristmas,holidays,christmasbudget,savingforchristmas,christianparenting 6 24 false Listener Ideas for Christmas Listener Ideas for Christmas We asked our listeners & you responded! This episode is full of tried & true Christmas traditions. If you're looking for something new and fun to try this season, you're sure to find something in our conversation! And if you're already too overwhelmed to think about adding one more thing, we get it! No pressure.

]]> We asked our listeners & you responded! This episode is full of tried & true Christmas traditions. If you're looking for something new and fun to try this season, you're sure to find something in our conversation! And if you're already too overwhelmed to think about adding one more thing, we get it! No pressure.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:cbc60ff2-c307-496e-a6ec-ceb17a0cc652 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2429 parenting,christmas,christmastraditions,christmasandkids,christmasfun,holidays,christianfamily,raisingkids,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 6 23 false Reinventing Christmas Reinventing Christmas Part 1 of 2: On this episode, we're talking about looking at the big picture of the holidays and asking the question what might we slide off the table? Does our calendar HAVE to look jam-packed? Do we NEED to do that cookie swap or gift exchange? How can we get more intentional at the holidays and find some of that "peace and goodwill" all the songs talk about?

]]> Part 1 of 2: On this episode, we're talking about looking at the big picture of the holidays and asking the question what might we slide off the table? Does our calendar HAVE to look jam-packed? Do we NEED to do that cookie swap or gift exchange? How can we get more intentional at the holidays and find some of that "peace and goodwill" all the songs talk about?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:083e753b-f8c1-43f4-b866-df66333442cd Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1612 christmas,holidays,familychristmas,christmasandkids,christmasoverwhelm,raisingkids,parenting,christianparenting,momlife,parentingpodcast,mompodcast 6 22 false Posting About Our Kids Posting About Our Kids In 2023, it's nothing to snap a photo and post it in a matter of seconds, and parents are at the top of the list for posting about our kids. We call it sharenting. In this episode we run down 15 things to consider before hitting "post" for pictures of our kiddos.

]]> In 2023, it's nothing to snap a photo and post it in a matter of seconds, and parents are at the top of the list for posting about our kids. We call it sharenting. In this episode we run down 15 things to consider before hitting "post" for pictures of our kiddos.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:51d5bc58-6f46-430e-8eed-b616d641e025 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1554 parenting,kidsonline,parentsonline,parentingtips,socialmedia,socialkids,kidprivacy 6 21 false Breaking the Cycle Breaking the Cycle A cycle breaker is someone who recognizes harmful or dysfunctional traits in the culture of their family and decides to trade those in for something better. When we become parents, at some point something our child does will trigger something in us, especially if that child is a lot like us (our "little me"). What might that look like, what can we do about it, and why does it matter that we are aware of it?

]]> A cycle breaker is someone who recognizes harmful or dysfunctional traits in the culture of their family and decides to trade those in for something better. When we become parents, at some point something our child does will trigger something in us, especially if that child is a lot like us (our "little me"). What might that look like, what can we do about it, and why does it matter that we are aware of it?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:cdaf3e52-600e-4278-b438-3e667d06d948 Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2677 parenting,generationaltrauma,cyclebreaker,christianparenting,momlife,motherhood 6 20 false Mom Enough, with Rachel Marie Martin Mom Enough, with Rachel Marie Martin Author of Mom Enough, Rachel Marie Martin joins us to talk about the exhausting but totally normal days of motherhood. She's a mom of 7, writer, blogger, and founder of Finding Joy, and she knows all about juggling, overwhelm, and the pull of perfectionism!

Mom Enough by Rachel Marie Martin

Eight Things Fearless Moms Do

FindingJoy.net (Rachel's site)

]]> Author of Mom Enough, Rachel Marie Martin joins us to talk about the exhausting but totally normal days of motherhood. She's a mom of 7, writer, blogger, and founder of Finding Joy, and she knows all about juggling, overwhelm, and the pull of perfectionism!

Mom Enough by Rachel Marie Martin

Eight Things Fearless Moms Do

FindingJoy.net (Rachel's site)

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:08b01541-334e-4adb-b011-47dd8505e163 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 3563 parenting,momlife,toddlermom,momoftween,momofteen,bonusmom,raisingkids,overwhelmed,motherhood,beingenough 6 19 false Top 5 Parenting Tips from Family Ministers, Joey & Carla Link Top 5 Parenting Tips from Family Ministers, Joey & Carla Link Speakers, authors, and teachers, Joey & Carla Link, join us for a run-down of their top 5 tips for parenting. These two have helped hundreds of families over the past few decades through their Parenting Made Practical ministry, and they're sharing some proven principles that work!

Parenting Made Practical

Taming the Lecture Bug

Why Can't I Get My Kids to Behave?

]]> Speakers, authors, and teachers, Joey & Carla Link, join us for a run-down of their top 5 tips for parenting. These two have helped hundreds of families over the past few decades through their Parenting Made Practical ministry, and they're sharing some proven principles that work!

Parenting Made Practical

Taming the Lecture Bug

Why Can't I Get My Kids to Behave?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e084aa77-187e-40fe-b4c8-620b392530f9 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3536 parenting,christianfamily,christianparents,raisingkids,parentingtips,parentlife,motherhood,momlife,momofteen,toddlermom,parentingpodcast 6 18 false Finding Joy in Suffering: interview with Carla Link Finding Joy in Suffering: interview with Carla Link Nineteen years ago, Joey & Carla link, along with their 15-yr-old daughter, Amy, were driving home from an event three hours away. In an unavoidable accident, their van was hit, rolled multiple times, and Carla was thrown from the car. After years of surgeries, PT, and daily pain, she can no longer stand or walk alone. Their inspiring story is one of faith, perseverance, and trust--from the hospital stays to Joey's role as caregiver, to their newfound delight in grandchildren.

]]> Nineteen years ago, Joey & Carla link, along with their 15-yr-old daughter, Amy, were driving home from an event three hours away. In an unavoidable accident, their van was hit, rolled multiple times, and Carla was thrown from the car. After years of surgeries, PT, and daily pain, she can no longer stand or walk alone. Their inspiring story is one of faith, perseverance, and trust--from the hospital stays to Joey's role as caregiver, to their newfound delight in grandchildren.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:39555608-1942-4402-9593-75afc681ce55 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3343 marriage,family,christianfamily,faiththroughsuffering,perseverance,familytragedy,parenting,raisingkids,whenlifeishard 6 17 false The One Thing That Will Ruin Your Marriage, with Meg Wallace The One Thing That Will Ruin Your Marriage, with Meg Wallace Returning guest, Meg Wallace, Texas mom of 7, opens up about the deal-breaker when it comes to marriage, and it may not be what you thought! Her personal experience with her parents' divorce and a dear friend facing the end of her marriage gave her some insight into what may be at the root of many rocky marriages.

Meg's also got a foolproof potty training course that we wanted to give you access to & and has written a book on preventive parenting. Check these resources out!

]]> Returning guest, Meg Wallace, Texas mom of 7, opens up about the deal-breaker when it comes to marriage, and it may not be what you thought! Her personal experience with her parents' divorce and a dear friend facing the end of her marriage gave her some insight into what may be at the root of many rocky marriages.

Meg's also got a foolproof potty training course that we wanted to give you access to & and has written a book on preventive parenting. Check these resources out!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7fdb504e-71b7-4774-8460-97cba65f61c1 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3780 marriage,christianmarriage,parenting,heartissues,marriagetrouble,christianhome,raisingkids 6 16 false Grandparenting (part 4), with guest, Pat Thweatt Grandparenting (part 4), with guest, Pat Thweatt In this episode, we talk with Pat Thweatt, a seasoned grandmother (a.k.a. "MOP"), who has juggled both close-by and long distance grandparenting. On top of that, Pat cares for a grandson with autism and talks about things she's learned about grandparenting kids with special needs.

Links we mention in this episode:

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

200 Family Conversation Cards

The Jesus Storybook Bible

]]> In this episode, we talk with Pat Thweatt, a seasoned grandmother (a.k.a. "MOP"), who has juggled both close-by and long distance grandparenting. On top of that, Pat cares for a grandson with autism and talks about things she's learned about grandparenting kids with special needs.

Links we mention in this episode:

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center

200 Family Conversation Cards

The Jesus Storybook Bible

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4727ed20-6321-4cf1-a5d9-fc79f6d15a31 Mon, 09 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3830 grandparent,grandparentlife,grandparenting,grandmother,grandkids,grandchildren,raisingkids,christianfamily,christianhome,specialneeds,autism,grandparentwisdom,intergenerationalfamily 6 15 false The Power of Positive Parenting, with guest Alex Loyd The Power of Positive Parenting, with guest Alex Loyd The average person leans 80% negative in her perceptions, outlook, and conclusions. Join us for our conversation with Dr. Alex Loyd, author, speaker, psychologist & ND, where he outlines some practices for upping the positive -- in parenting in particular.

https://www.dralexanderloyd.com/

]]> The average person leans 80% negative in her perceptions, outlook, and conclusions. Join us for our conversation with Dr. Alex Loyd, author, speaker, psychologist & ND, where he outlines some practices for upping the positive -- in parenting in particular.

https://www.dralexanderloyd.com/

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8559fb5b-5ccf-4789-b092-ac8f81cbba55 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0500 4022 positiveparenting,selftalk,parenitng,raisingkids,christianfamily,christianhome,perspective 6 14 false Grandparenting (part 3): with guest, Pat Whitaker Grandparenting (part 3): with guest, Pat Whitaker In search of wisdom from actual grands & great-grands, this is the first in a series of interviews with some of the women who we've admired in these roles. Guest, Pat Whitaker, is a grandmother to 6, and her grandma name depends on who's speaking.

Check out: https://legacycoalition.com/ for some helpful grandparent resources!

]]> In search of wisdom from actual grands & great-grands, this is the first in a series of interviews with some of the women who we've admired in these roles. Guest, Pat Whitaker, is a grandmother to 6, and her grandma name depends on who's speaking.

Check out: https://legacycoalition.com/ for some helpful grandparent resources!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6475fca4-46fa-4252-8d38-343370c2f99e Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3323 grandparent,grandparenting,grandparentlife,parenting,parentingpodcast,christianhome,christianfamily,mompodcats,intergenerationalfamily,grandkids 6 13 false Grandparenting (part 2): with guest Nancy Webb Grandparenting (part 2): with guest Nancy Webb In search of wisdom from actual grands & great-grands, this is the first in a series of interviews with some of the women who we've admired in these roles. Guest, Nancy Webb, happens to be Renee's own mom, and she's a Nana of 9 and great grandmother to one (so far).

]]> In search of wisdom from actual grands & great-grands, this is the first in a series of interviews with some of the women who we've admired in these roles. Guest, Nancy Webb, happens to be Renee's own mom, and she's a Nana of 9 and great grandmother to one (so far).

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:202ce9ca-70e8-4e74-8842-f426d7885996 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2623 grandparent,grandparenting,grandmother,intergenerationalfamily,parenting,parents,parentingpodcast,mompodcast,parentlife,grandparentlife,christianfamily,christianhome 6 12 false The Grandparent Life The Grandparent Life Grandparenting is just one more thing that's changed noticeably over the decades. In the start of this new series, we find out what's new with grandparents--who are they? how do grandparents differ between cultures? What are some of a grandparent's responsibilities and is it reasonable to expect them to enforce bedtimes or a no-sugar rule?

]]> Grandparenting is just one more thing that's changed noticeably over the decades. In the start of this new series, we find out what's new with grandparents--who are they? how do grandparents differ between cultures? What are some of a grandparent's responsibilities and is it reasonable to expect them to enforce bedtimes or a no-sugar rule?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:405cf9cb-8457-48f4-9507-28d712120c2f Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3620 christianhome,grandparents,grandparenting,raisingkids,intergenerationalfamily,familygenerations,christianfamily,parenting,motherhood,mothering 6 11 false The One Thing That Will Destroy Your Home, with guest Meg Wallace The One Thing That Will Destroy Your Home, with guest Meg Wallace Our interview with Texas mom of seven, Meg Wallace, was full of grace, truth, and more than a few tears. Based on an article she penned a few years ago, Meg talks about what it means for our hearts to be hardened as mothers and what we can do to turn that around. One of our favorite episodes yet!

]]> Our interview with Texas mom of seven, Meg Wallace, was full of grace, truth, and more than a few tears. Based on an article she penned a few years ago, Meg talks about what it means for our hearts to be hardened as mothers and what we can do to turn that around. One of our favorite episodes yet!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:626994a6-f26d-4199-bc57-718a10335cff Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3575 parenting,christianparenting,christianhome,christianfamily,raisingkids,motherhood,mompodcast,momlife,parentingpodcast,parentingwithgrace 6 10 false Mentoring Mentoring We hear a lot about the importance of mentors these days. All the cool kids seem to have one. What is a mentor & do you need one? How do you find one and what makes these relationships work? In this episode, we dive into all this and more. Scripture encourages older women to pass their wisdom down to those younger. We could all use a helping hand and some encouragement at times!

]]> We hear a lot about the importance of mentors these days. All the cool kids seem to have one. What is a mentor & do you need one? How do you find one and what makes these relationships work? In this episode, we dive into all this and more. Scripture encourages older women to pass their wisdom down to those younger. We could all use a helping hand and some encouragement at times!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b1afe010-8c31-417a-943c-7d29b28447fe Mon, 28 Aug 2023 08:20:00 -0500 2299 mentor,mentoring,mentoringwomen,christianhome,christianfamily,growth,learning,discipleship 6 9 false Finding Abundance in Suffering Finding Abundance in Suffering A follow-up to the previous episode (season 6, episode 7), we explore what it means to have an abundant life. Can you have an abundant life even when your heart is broken? In the midst of grief or betrayal? Abundance comes from abiding, no matter what's going on around or inside you. How does that work exactly?

]]> A follow-up to the previous episode (season 6, episode 7), we explore what it means to have an abundant life. Can you have an abundant life even when your heart is broken? In the midst of grief or betrayal? Abundance comes from abiding, no matter what's going on around or inside you. How does that work exactly?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:efff43df-1c44-4f07-8f96-20ada8eed001 Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2173 abundant,abundantlife,abundance,lifetothefull,christianhome,christianfamily,christianparents,raisingkids,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 6 8 false Abundance: Surviving vs. Reviving Abundance: Surviving vs. Reviving What is an abundant life? Is it even possible when most days we might feel grateful just to make it to bedtime? Who or what steals our promise of abundance and how can we take it back?

]]> What is an abundant life? Is it even possible when most days we might feel grateful just to make it to bedtime? Who or what steals our promise of abundance and how can we take it back?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:174b1b13-f2d5-4058-98f3-b9514ce64621 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2370 abundance,lifetothefull,christianfamily,christianlife,abundantlife,motherhood,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 6 7 false Health & Wellness: Self-Care, with guest Kira Whitaker Health & Wellness: Self-Care, with guest Kira Whitaker Special guest, Kira Whitaker, explains health & wellness and why self-care isn't necessarily as indulgent or "pampery" as it sounds. She's a certified Health & Wellness coach and yoga therapist (owner of Arden Yoga & Wellness). Join us for this enlightening and inspiring conversation!

]]> Special guest, Kira Whitaker, explains health & wellness and why self-care isn't necessarily as indulgent or "pampery" as it sounds. She's a certified Health & Wellness coach and yoga therapist (owner of Arden Yoga & Wellness). Join us for this enlightening and inspiring conversation!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:48c3c42c-9c94-43bf-8726-f74053a25a33 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0500 4257 christianfamily,christianhome,parenting,motherhood,momlife,selfcare,yoga,healthandwellness,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 6 6 false HOME: The Place Where We Eat (Part 8 in series) HOME: The Place Where We Eat (Part 8 in series) Whether you love or hate cooking at home, a lot of our time is spent thinking about, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after meals. In this final episode in our HOME series, we talk about some of the ways providing the 18K+ meals for our families is a spiritual exercise at heart. Plus--we have a few tips for planning ahead & how to share the feast with others.

]]> Whether you love or hate cooking at home, a lot of our time is spent thinking about, preparing, serving, and cleaning up after meals. In this final episode in our HOME series, we talk about some of the ways providing the 18K+ meals for our families is a spiritual exercise at heart. Plus--we have a few tips for planning ahead & how to share the feast with others.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a0e14769-a44a-4c0d-b249-64d3b8aaea6c Mon, 31 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2383 family,christianfamily,christianhome,home,homelife,raisingkids,food,feedingafamily,momlife,motherhood,parenting 6 5 false MARRIAGE: Course Correction MARRIAGE: Course Correction It's rare for a relationship to suddenly rocket off the rails. More likely, we deviate off course a degree at a time. Fortunately, there are some do-able and practical efforts we can make to "course correct" on a regular basis to maintain the direction we want to grow in!

]]> It's rare for a relationship to suddenly rocket off the rails. More likely, we deviate off course a degree at a time. Fortunately, there are some do-able and practical efforts we can make to "course correct" on a regular basis to maintain the direction we want to grow in!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:871627ba-a9f8-413e-bf50-b8ccbfaa91b1 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2443 marriage,christianmarriage,christianfamily,familylife,marriagehelp,relationships 6 4 false Bonnie & Renee's Rules for Life Bonnie & Renee's Rules for Life We lay out our top 10 "rules for life," otherwise known as stuff that's worked for us over the years. Join us for this line up of part-wisdom/part-opinion!

]]> We lay out our top 10 "rules for life," otherwise known as stuff that's worked for us over the years. Join us for this line up of part-wisdom/part-opinion!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7ae8fd35-ecc3-43e5-9a01-7715ca13a4d5 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2419 parenting,christianparenting,family,motherhood,momlife,raisingkids,parentingpodcast,momcast 6 3 false Raising Kids Outside Their "Home Culture", with guests Marisa Bailey & Katelyn Sproles Raising Kids Outside Their "Home Culture", with guests Marisa Bailey & Katelyn Sproles Special guests, Marisa Bailey and Katelyn Sproles, join us for a conversation from two points of view: a parent raising kids in a different culture and a kid who was raised that way. Both lived in Tanzania, East Africa, for many years and have felt the effects of crossing back and forth between cultures and navigating the differences. Third Culture Kids (TCKs) definitely have a different worldview than the rest of us!

]]> Special guests, Marisa Bailey and Katelyn Sproles, join us for a conversation from two points of view: a parent raising kids in a different culture and a kid who was raised that way. Both lived in Tanzania, East Africa, for many years and have felt the effects of crossing back and forth between cultures and navigating the differences. Third Culture Kids (TCKs) definitely have a different worldview than the rest of us!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5c24633d-a95e-43a2-a891-4548c02a363e Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3615 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,faithfulfamily,faithfulhome,expatfamily,crossculturalfamily,thirdculturekids,missionfieldfamily 6 2 false HOME: Choosing a Home (part 7 in our series) HOME: Choosing a Home (part 7 in our series) What goes into choosing a home? Are there some features in particular families should look for? We walk down memory lane a bit in this episode with Rachel Farrell as we talk about what made our houses "home." (Pre-recorded and pre-aired on the RACHEL FARRELL SHOW.)

]]> What goes into choosing a home? Are there some features in particular families should look for? We walk down memory lane a bit in this episode with Rachel Farrell as we talk about what made our houses "home." (Pre-recorded and pre-aired on the RACHEL FARRELL SHOW.)

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2e006609-37b2-4bb9-9a55-6b94034f5e7a Mon, 03 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2571 home,makingahome,buyingahome,homelife,parenting,raisingkids,christianhome 6 1 false Naked & Nude Naked & Nude While this isn't "the birds & the bees" talk, on this episode we talk about body parts and frequently asked questions by parents of toddlers and young kids. Is it just our American culture with its Puritan roots that makes us uneasy with brazen nakedness or is it something else? How do we educate our kids without shaming them and still give them a sense that their body--ALL of it--is fearfully and wonderfully made?

]]> While this isn't "the birds & the bees" talk, on this episode we talk about body parts and frequently asked questions by parents of toddlers and young kids. Is it just our American culture with its Puritan roots that makes us uneasy with brazen nakedness or is it something else? How do we educate our kids without shaming them and still give them a sense that their body--ALL of it--is fearfully and wonderfully made?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c691f7c2-087d-42b0-93ee-e606ce129cce Mon, 26 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2494 parenting,raisingkids,toddlermom,momoftoddler,christianparent,christianparenting,faithfulhome,childhood,healthybodytalk 5 26 false HOME: Losing Your Home (part 6 in our series), with guest Tiffany Mangus HOME: Losing Your Home (part 6 in our series), with guest Tiffany Mangus There's something in all of us that aches for home. When our homes are threatened--by natural disaster or other catastrophe, it can be disorienting and shake our sense of safety. On this episode, our guest is Tiffany Wax Mangus, who lost her new home suddenly through a fire ignited by a gas leak. She, her husband, and sons were safe, but most everything they'd worked for was gone in a matter of hours. She walks us through an emotional time, when her family discovered where their faith lay and the power of community.

]]> There's something in all of us that aches for home. When our homes are threatened--by natural disaster or other catastrophe, it can be disorienting and shake our sense of safety. On this episode, our guest is Tiffany Wax Mangus, who lost her new home suddenly through a fire ignited by a gas leak. She, her husband, and sons were safe, but most everything they'd worked for was gone in a matter of hours. She walks us through an emotional time, when her family discovered where their faith lay and the power of community.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b623794f-7e58-45db-9454-822276d0e416 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3025 parenting,home,homelife,christianhome,christianparent,raisingkids,lossofhome,faithfulhome,faithfulparent 5 25 false The Care & Feeding of Teenagers The Care & Feeding of Teenagers For many parents, their kids' transition into tween or teen can feel abrupt and personal. Most of the things teenagers cope with and act out about are universal, and we can do ourselves (and them) a favor by recognizing when and how to react. Psychologist Lisa Damour's book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, is a helpful resource when navigating the white water of kids ages 12-20.

]]> For many parents, their kids' transition into tween or teen can feel abrupt and personal. Most of the things teenagers cope with and act out about are universal, and we can do ourselves (and them) a favor by recognizing when and how to react. Psychologist Lisa Damour's book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, is a helpful resource when navigating the white water of kids ages 12-20.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:db1f47ad-5971-4f8d-a79e-62f907765ade Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2931 parenting,momofteen,momoftween,tweensandteens,christianparenting,christianhome,motherhood,parentingpodcast,mompodcast 5 24 false Spiritual Growth Chart for Your Kids Spiritual Growth Chart for Your Kids We may be on top of it when it comes to intellectual, physical, and emotional training of our kids, but many of us feel inadequate or forget to address the spiritual side of our kids. How do we talk to our children about God, salvation, and things they might witness in church? This JAM episode gives you ideas, age by age, on what kids can comprehend and when and how to introduce concepts and practices to help children grow spiritually.

]]> We may be on top of it when it comes to intellectual, physical, and emotional training of our kids, but many of us feel inadequate or forget to address the spiritual side of our kids. How do we talk to our children about God, salvation, and things they might witness in church? This JAM episode gives you ideas, age by age, on what kids can comprehend and when and how to introduce concepts and practices to help children grow spiritually.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:205a3271-e637-4310-90ee-307c38d70e5e Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3561 parenting,spiritualkids,spiritualgrowth,christianhome,christianparent,childhood,motherhood,kidsandGod,raisingkids 5 23 false HOME: A Reflection of Eternity (part 5 in our series) HOME: A Reflection of Eternity (part 5 in our series) Part 5 in our Home Series, this episode focuses on our homes being a temporary reflection of our eternal home. What features does a Christian home have and how can we set our sights on things beyond the laundry and dishes? What does it mean to be Christ-centered?

]]> Part 5 in our Home Series, this episode focuses on our homes being a temporary reflection of our eternal home. What features does a Christian home have and how can we set our sights on things beyond the laundry and dishes? What does it mean to be Christ-centered?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0c48097a-f49b-46a3-896b-a136a72a6056 Mon, 29 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2301 christianhome,family,christianparent,raisingkids,home,homelife,motherhood,parentingpodcast 5 22 false Unintentional: How Screens Shape Us, with guest Doug Smith Unintentional: How Screens Shape Us, with guest Doug Smith A fantastic & informative interview with father of 4 and self-described tech nerd, Doug Smith, author of the book Unintentional: How Screens Secretly Shape Your Desires and How You Can Break Free. A companion episode to our "Should My Kid Watch That?" conversation, we dig into what (or who) is behind the screens, apps, & games we use and look at some practices that might help us take back the reins.

]]> A fantastic & informative interview with father of 4 and self-described tech nerd, Doug Smith, author of the book Unintentional: How Screens Secretly Shape Your Desires and How You Can Break Free. A companion episode to our "Should My Kid Watch That?" conversation, we dig into what (or who) is behind the screens, apps, & games we use and look at some practices that might help us take back the reins.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7f39c789-cbec-46d2-a1f2-14f37f0ead2f Mon, 22 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3886 screens,technology,kidsandscreens,screentime,raisingkids,christianparenting,christianparent,intentionalparenting,motherhood,momlife,parentingpodcast 5 21 false Should My Kid Watch That? Should My Kid Watch That? Tech & kids. As more research comes out, more of us are catching onto the effects screens may have on our kids. Especially our youngest ones. We asked our listeners: what have you noticed in your kids after they watch certain TV programs or have screen time? And you responded! This episode has some great resources for parents curious about this issue!

]]> Tech & kids. As more research comes out, more of us are catching onto the effects screens may have on our kids. Especially our youngest ones. We asked our listeners: what have you noticed in your kids after they watch certain TV programs or have screen time? And you responded! This episode has some great resources for parents curious about this issue!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:eafad1fc-d833-4f71-ac23-c6bbeae27fe9 Mon, 15 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2820 parenting,christianparenting,family,christianfamily,behaviorissues,kidsandscreens,kidsandtech,screensandbehavior,media,kidsandmedia,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 5 20 false HOME: Where We Learn to Love (Part 4 in our series) HOME: Where We Learn to Love (Part 4 in our series) Our concept of home starts with relationships. Even very young children know home is where their favorite people live. It's also where we learn (or don't) to love our Creator. In this episode, we look at how home can teach us to love God and one another better and we run down some practical ways to practice the art of "welcoming."

]]> Our concept of home starts with relationships. Even very young children know home is where their favorite people live. It's also where we learn (or don't) to love our Creator. In this episode, we look at how home can teach us to love God and one another better and we run down some practical ways to practice the art of "welcoming."

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6fde28fa-a633-4764-b65c-fb8b113bf10f Mon, 08 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2019 family,christianfamily,parenting,homebody,home,christianhome,homemaking,raisingkids,parentingpodcast,christianparenting,motherhood,mompodcast 5 19 false Miscarriage, with guest Sarah Perry Miscarriage, with guest Sarah Perry Although miscarriage is common, it's not always talked about. Certified doula, Sarah Perry, joins us in this episode for a conversation about experiencing and coping with pregnancy loss. A mom of 3 boys--and expecting a girl!--Sarah speaks from both professional and personal experience in this touching conversation.

]]> Although miscarriage is common, it's not always talked about. Certified doula, Sarah Perry, joins us in this episode for a conversation about experiencing and coping with pregnancy loss. A mom of 3 boys--and expecting a girl!--Sarah speaks from both professional and personal experience in this touching conversation.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2f32e6b3-520a-4a96-a14e-7ff1acd75bea Mon, 01 May 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3790 parenting,christianfamily,marriage,miscarriage,pregnancy,pregnancyloss,motherhood,newmom,raisingkids 5 18 false HOME: A Place for Creativity & Beauty (part 3 in our series), with guests Melissa Skidmore & Daisy Montgomery HOME: A Place for Creativity & Beauty (part 3 in our series), with guests Melissa Skidmore & Daisy Montgomery Somewhere along the [American] way, our homes became places we upscale, accumulate, and compare to others. Because we're made to create and find beauty, finding ways to do this at home can often be a simple but meaningful gift to those who live there--and even generations to come. Join us as we talk to mother-daughter duo, Melissa Skidmore and Daisy Montgomery, masters in creating beautiful spaces, no matter the budget or square footage.

]]> Somewhere along the [American] way, our homes became places we upscale, accumulate, and compare to others. Because we're made to create and find beauty, finding ways to do this at home can often be a simple but meaningful gift to those who live there--and even generations to come. Join us as we talk to mother-daughter duo, Melissa Skidmore and Daisy Montgomery, masters in creating beautiful spaces, no matter the budget or square footage.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6f992871-636d-4f75-9d98-ba44417dc502 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3770 parenting,home,homelife,creatinghome,christianhome,christianparent,raisingkids,creativity,homeonabudget,beautifulhome,motherhood,mompodcast 5 17 false Toddler Sleep & What is a Sleep Coach? with guest, Mary Vaughn Toddler Sleep & What is a Sleep Coach? with guest, Mary Vaughn If there's one universal celebration moment in parenting, it's when your child finally sleeps through an entire night. Opinions and approaches differ widely in how to accomplish this, but there's no need to villify one camp or another. Mary Vaughn, certified sleep consultant and mom of 4, joins us for a lively conversation about how parents can help their kids go to sleep and stay asleep. You can find her on mothertogether.com.

]]> If there's one universal celebration moment in parenting, it's when your child finally sleeps through an entire night. Opinions and approaches differ widely in how to accomplish this, but there's no need to villify one camp or another. Mary Vaughn, certified sleep consultant and mom of 4, joins us for a lively conversation about how parents can help their kids go to sleep and stay asleep. You can find her on mothertogether.com.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d9f71385-a013-4a8a-be46-14dcf7859454 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 3638 parenting,raisingkids,christianparent,christianparenting,sleepissues,toddlersleep,sleepcoach,gettingkidstosleep,sleepskills 5 16 false HOME: Rest & Refuge (Part 2 in Our Series) HOME: Rest & Refuge (Part 2 in Our Series) There's something deeply comforting about having a place where you can relax, take off your mask, and not pretend or strive. For many of us, that place is our home. What can we do to make our homes feel restful and safe, somewhere we can exhale at the end of the day and lean into one another?

]]> There's something deeply comforting about having a place where you can relax, take off your mask, and not pretend or strive. For many of us, that place is our home. What can we do to make our homes feel restful and safe, somewhere we can exhale at the end of the day and lean into one another?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9d77f9a6-97e0-4662-97a5-5992b44309de Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2132 parenting,home,happyhome,homemaking,raisingkids,christianhome,christianparenting,parentingpodcast,mompodcast,motherhood,momlife 5 15 false Our Favorite Milestones Our Favorite Milestones Join us for a fun conversation about our favorite things we loved watching our kids achieve, some obvious and some maybe not so expected. Yes, the days are long and the years are short, but when your kids become more indpendent, life sure does get a little easier!

]]> Join us for a fun conversation about our favorite things we loved watching our kids achieve, some obvious and some maybe not so expected. Yes, the days are long and the years are short, but when your kids become more indpendent, life sure does get a little easier!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e988f5c6-1c52-42c9-8454-1863e50bd473 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2246 parenting,momlife,motherhood,milestones,growingup,raisingkids,christianparenting,parentingpodcast,kidgoals,mompodcast 5 14 false HOME: What's It For? HOME: What's It For? What does the word "home" bring to mind? In the first of a series on HOME, we take a peek into what our homes are for, what it is that draws us to the place or feeling of home, and what we can do to make a happy home for ourselves, our children, and others.

]]> What does the word "home" bring to mind? In the first of a series on HOME, we take a peek into what our homes are for, what it is that draws us to the place or feeling of home, and what we can do to make a happy home for ourselves, our children, and others.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:bab5306e-9bca-403f-b303-57d656816dca Mon, 27 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1548 parenting,raisingkids,christianparenting,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,home,homemaking,christianhome,happyhome 5 13 false Left or Right? What Our Dominant Side Says About Us Left or Right? What Our Dominant Side Says About Us We're familiar with left-brain/right-brain functions & being left or right handed, but we also have a dominant eye, ear, and foot. The experiences and research from Dr. Carla Hannaford's book, The Dominance Factor, shed some surprising light (for us) on how our dominant sensory and motor functions may affect us under stress or new learning situations--which is pretty much the conditions our children are in all the time. This is just one more factor to consider for parents to "know their child."

]]> We're familiar with left-brain/right-brain functions & being left or right handed, but we also have a dominant eye, ear, and foot. The experiences and research from Dr. Carla Hannaford's book, The Dominance Factor, shed some surprising light (for us) on how our dominant sensory and motor functions may affect us under stress or new learning situations--which is pretty much the conditions our children are in all the time. This is just one more factor to consider for parents to "know their child."

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6f9275d4-9e07-46d0-929e-dde27734256a Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500 2320 parenting,education,reading,rightbrain,leftbrain,learning,childhoodlearning,childhoodstress,mompodcast,movement,crosslateraltraining 5 12 false Being "Intentional" Parents Being "Intentional" Parents Being intentional about raising your kids isn't about rigidity or loading even more expectations and pressure on yourself or your kids. Checking in with each other about your goals and course-correcting now and then makes good sense if you're aiming to do more than just survive another day. We run down some helpful tips to set yourself and your family up for success, make good habits, and celebrate the victories, no matter how small.

]]> Being intentional about raising your kids isn't about rigidity or loading even more expectations and pressure on yourself or your kids. Checking in with each other about your goals and course-correcting now and then makes good sense if you're aiming to do more than just survive another day. We run down some helpful tips to set yourself and your family up for success, make good habits, and celebrate the victories, no matter how small.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e886a457-49dc-4958-a19e-db70e5fcc5ac Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1992 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,intentionality,intentional,intentionalparent,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,habits,goodhabits,creatinggoodhabits 5 11 false Cultivate: GENTLENESS Cultivate: GENTLENESS #8 in our cultivate series, we get into how to teach your kids what it means to be gentle and give you some practical ways to demonstrate what gentleness looks like. Even the strongest among us can be gentle with both words and touch. Gentleness matters in both sons and daughters, but there may be differences in how we teach it to each of them.

]]> #8 in our cultivate series, we get into how to teach your kids what it means to be gentle and give you some practical ways to demonstrate what gentleness looks like. Even the strongest among us can be gentle with both words and touch. Gentleness matters in both sons and daughters, but there may be differences in how we teach it to each of them.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e1480179-2a05-47fe-8d33-12d429af4dae Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1856 gentleness,gentle,raisingkids,parenting,parents,motherhood,christianparenting,christianparents,christianhome,parentingpodcast,mompodcast 5 10 false TLC from an OMT: Oral Issues in Children, with Chelsea Madison TLC from an OMT: Oral Issues in Children, with Chelsea Madison Tongue ties, mouth breathing, snoring, nursing or feeding issues, sleep issues, speech problems, tonsils and adenoid issues and frequent ear infections can all stem from correctible problems in jaw, tongue, throat, or facial muscles. Orofacial Myofunctional therapist, Chelsea Madison, from the BreatheWell Group, talks us through what happens at her office and the surprising and often quick results a visit to an OMT can provide. We learned so much in this interview!

]]> Tongue ties, mouth breathing, snoring, nursing or feeding issues, sleep issues, speech problems, tonsils and adenoid issues and frequent ear infections can all stem from correctible problems in jaw, tongue, throat, or facial muscles. Orofacial Myofunctional therapist, Chelsea Madison, from the BreatheWell Group, talks us through what happens at her office and the surprising and often quick results a visit to an OMT can provide. We learned so much in this interview!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:32a54b34-a69a-4be5-8c2a-9e153221bb65 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2990 parenting,raisingkids,OMT,tonguetie,oralissues,snoringchild,mouthbreathing,pickyeater,foodissues,speechtherapy 5 9 false Cultivate: SELF-CONTROL Cultivate: SELF-CONTROL Tantrums? Grabbing things? Interrupting? All young children struggle with self-control. It's one of the main areas parents teach and coach our children through. In this episode, we talk through how to help kids master this important skill.

]]> Tantrums? Grabbing things? Interrupting? All young children struggle with self-control. It's one of the main areas parents teach and coach our children through. In this episode, we talk through how to help kids master this important skill.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:404eecc6-3a28-40f3-95c8-0b2af47ea9e9 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2171 parenting,raisingkids,selfcontrol,christianparenting,toddlermom,impulsecontrol 5 8 false Kids & Art, with guest Shawn Baughman Kids & Art, with guest Shawn Baughman Join us with veteran art teacher, Shawn Baughman, as we talk about what art does for kids. The obvious benefit is how it helps creativity, but there's so much more involving neurodevelopment, problem solving and more. Plus, she explains why all kids start out drawing "potato people"--an A-HA moment.

]]> Join us with veteran art teacher, Shawn Baughman, as we talk about what art does for kids. The obvious benefit is how it helps creativity, but there's so much more involving neurodevelopment, problem solving and more. Plus, she explains why all kids start out drawing "potato people"--an A-HA moment.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b4b2d307-e67b-4323-98cf-9dfb48af0bcd Mon, 13 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600 3453 parenting,raisingkids,creativekids,kidsandart,artsykids,arteducation,mompodcast,parentingpodcast,creativechild,childhood 5 7 false Cultivate: PERSEVERANCE Cultivate: PERSEVERANCE Research shows that grit may be more important to success than IQ and talent. The building of perseverance comes every day when your child learns how to deal with minor setbacks--and major ones. Join us for some tips on how to walk your child through wanting to quit and the benefits of building perseverance.

]]> Research shows that grit may be more important to success than IQ and talent. The building of perseverance comes every day when your child learns how to deal with minor setbacks--and major ones. Join us for some tips on how to walk your child through wanting to quit and the benefits of building perseverance.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:cf0047ff-b429-450c-8136-a8d358016c39 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2157 parenting,raisingkids,christianparenting,mompodcast,christianmom,virtues,positiveparenting,perseverance,determination,motherhood 5 6 false Life Hacks for Moms Life Hacks for Moms Tired of doing all the things for all the people? So many moms live in survival mode, reacting to things instead of doing the things we really want for our families. Laura Hernandez, Texas mom of 10, joins us in this episode to talk about the systems she's created to tackle tasks, foster team spirit, and bring back the joy to family life. She offers 1:1 consulting with moms to help them do the same @ www.mamasystems.net.

]]> Tired of doing all the things for all the people? So many moms live in survival mode, reacting to things instead of doing the things we really want for our families. Laura Hernandez, Texas mom of 10, joins us in this episode to talk about the systems she's created to tackle tasks, foster team spirit, and bring back the joy to family life. She offers 1:1 consulting with moms to help them do the same @ www.mamasystems.net.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0b0bc1e5-08c1-443a-aafe-024423e57fd7 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600 3829 parenting,raisingkids,systems,organization,parentingtips,parentinghacks,chores,momlife,christianparenting,mompodcast,bigfamily 5 5 false Car Seat Know-How Car Seat Know-How One of the first big purchases as a new parent is likely a car seat. In the US, you're not allowed to take your baby home from the hospital without one. Selecting, installing, and operating a car seat is not for the faint of heart--there are a lot of options in the marketplace. Join us for this conversation that will take you from your baby's arrival to the end of the booster seat years!

]]> One of the first big purchases as a new parent is likely a car seat. In the US, you're not allowed to take your baby home from the hospital without one. Selecting, installing, and operating a car seat is not for the faint of heart--there are a lot of options in the marketplace. Join us for this conversation that will take you from your baby's arrival to the end of the booster seat years!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:23560f62-2596-40aa-ac3b-fef548c242a7 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2173 parenting,parentingtips,raisingkids,carseat,carseatsafety,childsafety,momlife,toddlermom,newmom,newparent,momofnewborn,childproducts 5 4 false Finding Your Child's Spiritual Gifts Finding Your Child's Spiritual Gifts What are spiritual gifts and how are they different from natural talents or temperaments? Where do they come from and how can you recognize them in yourself and your children? In this episode, we explore how to identify and nurture those sparks you might notice and find a purpose in the gifts we're given.

]]> What are spiritual gifts and how are they different from natural talents or temperaments? Where do they come from and how can you recognize them in yourself and your children? In this episode, we explore how to identify and nurture those sparks you might notice and find a purpose in the gifts we're given.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6465d59c-2b7d-4e0f-bf26-4a9bb963dc3d Mon, 16 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1984 parenting,kidsandspirituality,christianparenting,spiritualgifts,spiritualkids,raisingkids,motherhood,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 5 3 false Birthday Parties Birthday Parties From your child's first birthday where they dive into the cake to the teens where birthdays may be more low key, we look at birthday traditions. Join us for a chat about how we handled birthdays, some major birthday flops, and some favorites. Plus, if you're not a party planner, we've got some tips for hosting a fun celebration.

]]> From your child's first birthday where they dive into the cake to the teens where birthdays may be more low key, we look at birthday traditions. Join us for a chat about how we handled birthdays, some major birthday flops, and some favorites. Plus, if you're not a party planner, we've got some tips for hosting a fun celebration.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:71086671-d0d5-4e28-b1d7-6582c2fc6825 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2280 parenting,parties,kidparties,raisingkids,momlife,parentpodcast,christianparenting,birthdayparty,kidbirthday 5 2 false Cultivate: PATIENCE Cultivate: PATIENCE Number 5 in our cultivate series. How do we foster patience in ourselves and our children? We offer some practical tips for parents for helping kids learn to wait, delay gratification, and have self control--all vital but tough skills to learn.

]]> Number 5 in our cultivate series. How do we foster patience in ourselves and our children? We offer some practical tips for parents for helping kids learn to wait, delay gratification, and have self control--all vital but tough skills to learn.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f24e62f5-1bd6-4ba7-b172-f9ef15f14d56 Mon, 02 Jan 2023 05:00:00 -0600 2815 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,patience,patient,selfcontrol,virtues,teachingpatience,patientparent,patientkids 5 1 false Cultivate: JOY Cultivate: JOY Part 4 of our Cultivate series, we focus on fostering joy in ourselves and our kids. Some of us are naturally more melancholy than others, but there are a few practical disciplines we can focus on to spawn more joy in our lives. Who doesn't want that in the coming year?! Join us for this joyful episode, in which we break into song not once, but twice!

]]> Part 4 of our Cultivate series, we focus on fostering joy in ourselves and our kids. Some of us are naturally more melancholy than others, but there are a few practical disciplines we can focus on to spawn more joy in our lives. Who doesn't want that in the coming year?! Join us for this joyful episode, in which we break into song not once, but twice!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4e786952-e1c3-4575-b99a-b0a34c791847 Mon, 26 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600 1764 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,joy,joyful,rejoice,virtues,positiveparenting,focus 4 26 false Kids & Music, with guests Robert Blaylock & Millie Tracy Kids & Music, with guests Robert Blaylock & Millie Tracy Music is a universal language that connects us and taps into our creativity. It's good for our mental health and lessons learned playing an instrument, singing, or being part of a choir or band spill over into lots of other areas of life. Millie Tracy and Bob Blaylock (cellist and tuba player) join us in this fun conversation about kids & music.

]]> Music is a universal language that connects us and taps into our creativity. It's good for our mental health and lessons learned playing an instrument, singing, or being part of a choir or band spill over into lots of other areas of life. Millie Tracy and Bob Blaylock (cellist and tuba player) join us in this fun conversation about kids & music.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7047c219-a3ee-4cd0-b11c-39c7989df998 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3077 parenting,kidsandmusic,bandgeek,music,playinganinstrument,musiclessons,raisingkids,christianparenting,childhood,musiclove 4 25 false Cultivate: GENEROSITY Cultivate: GENEROSITY As we approach Christmas, what's running through most kids' minds is PRESENTS, PRESENTS!! How can we nurture a spirit of generosity in our children? Why is it important? Is "that's not fair!" a common refrain in your house? Are you frequently referring battles over sharing? This is a great episode for some tips to exercise the "giving" muscle!

]]> As we approach Christmas, what's running through most kids' minds is PRESENTS, PRESENTS!! How can we nurture a spirit of generosity in our children? Why is it important? Is "that's not fair!" a common refrain in your house? Are you frequently referring battles over sharing? This is a great episode for some tips to exercise the "giving" muscle!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5ff1ce81-6e0e-4dae-b47a-ff2aaf7aa18a Mon, 12 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2011 parenting,raisingkids,christianparenting,generous,sharing,generosity,giving,momlife,mompodcast,parentingpodcast 4 24 false How to Not Freak Out When Your Kid Starts Dating How to Not Freak Out When Your Kid Starts Dating How do you respond when your teenager wants to start dating? What does dating even look like these days and what are the expectations? In this episode we share some great conversations to have with your young adults before, during, and after relationships. We're joined by two of our favorite guests: Lori Shea and Amy Sain (from the #girlmom episode). This is a fun one!

]]> How do you respond when your teenager wants to start dating? What does dating even look like these days and what are the expectations? In this episode we share some great conversations to have with your young adults before, during, and after relationships. We're joined by two of our favorite guests: Lori Shea and Amy Sain (from the #girlmom episode). This is a fun one!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8dc0a27a-093e-4771-aa4c-335206e1b222 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0600 5148 parenting,momofteen,raisingteens,raisingkids,teendating,christianparenting,parentingtips,momlife,teenrelationships 4 23 false Reading to Kids, with guest Dr. Bobbie Solley Reading to Kids, with guest Dr. Bobbie Solley Join us with our guest Dr. Bobbie Solley, expert on teaching kids to read, as we talk about the impact early reading has on kids' success. Even kids who read only one book a day will hear about 290,000 more words by age 5 than those who don't read regularly. What should our kids be reading, and when?

]]> Join us with our guest Dr. Bobbie Solley, expert on teaching kids to read, as we talk about the impact early reading has on kids' success. Even kids who read only one book a day will hear about 290,000 more words by age 5 than those who don't read regularly. What should our kids be reading, and when?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f8b12361-21c9-4ca8-be78-a5eb99eae954 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3215 reading,books,readingtokids,learningtoread,parenting,raisingkids,teachingkids,parentingtips 4 22 false Cultivate: GRATITUDE Cultivate: GRATITUDE In this week leading up to the US Thanksgiving holiday, we offer some tips to teach, model, and nurture the virtue of gratitude. What does it mean to be grateful and is it different from toxic positivity? Besides its many health benefits, practicing gratitude can make us more aware, present, content, and focused. Besides teaching the basic "thank you" response, what else can we do to make gratitude a part of our kids' lives?

]]> In this week leading up to the US Thanksgiving holiday, we offer some tips to teach, model, and nurture the virtue of gratitude. What does it mean to be grateful and is it different from toxic positivity? Besides its many health benefits, practicing gratitude can make us more aware, present, content, and focused. Besides teaching the basic "thank you" response, what else can we do to make gratitude a part of our kids' lives?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a04550af-25fd-44f1-819c-c22d0d0e3fc8 Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2400 parenting,raisingkids,christianparenting,grateful,gratefulkids,gratitude,thankful,blessings,beinggrateful,parentingtips,momlife,motherhood 4 21 false Kids & Sports Kids & Sports Sports are as American as apple pie. They build character, appreciation for a team, physical fitness and the ability to win and lose well. The episode's guests include a mom whose daughter went on to play college soccer, and another "sport mom" who's also seen hundreds of families navigate the time crunch of having their kids in sports. There's lots of pressure on families to have their kids play & be good at something-- how can we decide what's enough or too much?

]]> Sports are as American as apple pie. They build character, appreciation for a team, physical fitness and the ability to win and lose well. The episode's guests include a mom whose daughter went on to play college soccer, and another "sport mom" who's also seen hundreds of families navigate the time crunch of having their kids in sports. There's lots of pressure on families to have their kids play & be good at something-- how can we decide what's enough or too much?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9e55ed38-0eed-435b-89b2-35d148994169 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3654 raisingkids,parenting,parenttips,christianparenting,parentlife,soccermom,kidsandsports,sportkid,baseballkid,travelsports,playball,momlife,childhood 4 20 false Military Moms, with guests Karen Rizzuti and Toni Laubacher Military Moms, with guests Karen Rizzuti and Toni Laubacher This episode features two military moms who give us a peek into what it's like raising a family while serving their country. What are their unique challenges and how do they cope with deployments, transfers, and the uncertainty that comes with a life in the armed services? Bonnie's sister, Maj. General Karen Rizzuti (USAF), and Toni Laubacher, whose husband, Maj. Matt Laubacher (USAF) had multiple deployments, weigh in on Veteran's Day week.

]]> This episode features two military moms who give us a peek into what it's like raising a family while serving their country. What are their unique challenges and how do they cope with deployments, transfers, and the uncertainty that comes with a life in the armed services? Bonnie's sister, Maj. General Karen Rizzuti (USAF), and Toni Laubacher, whose husband, Maj. Matt Laubacher (USAF) had multiple deployments, weigh in on Veteran's Day week.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c3197f4d-f693-4af2-b09a-dff1589ee135 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3182 parenting,parentlife,momlife,motherhood,raisingkids,militarylife,militaryparent,militarymom,militarybrat,airforcemom,childhood 4 19 false Cultivate: KINDNESS Cultivate: KINDNESS We're always saying it's much better to cultivate what you ARE looking for in your children rather than squashing what you don't want. This is the first in our "cultivate series," and we're talking about ways to cultivate kindness in your children--and maybe in yourself while you're at it!

]]> We're always saying it's much better to cultivate what you ARE looking for in your children rather than squashing what you don't want. This is the first in our "cultivate series," and we're talking about ways to cultivate kindness in your children--and maybe in yourself while you're at it!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b139fdee-6fd6-4eeb-800e-90dabb1735d0 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1975 parenting,virtues,kindess,kindchild,parenthood,momlife,motherhood,childhood,parentingtips 4 18 false Table Manners Table Manners Table manners aren't about stuffy formality. They're about polite behavior that respects others. Table manners matter because people matter. In this episode, we give a run-down of some basic table manners parents can work on from toddlers just starting to use a spoon to teenagers & all the rest of us! Are mealtimes a battleground at your house? This episode will have some tips!

]]> Table manners aren't about stuffy formality. They're about polite behavior that respects others. Table manners matter because people matter. In this episode, we give a run-down of some basic table manners parents can work on from toddlers just starting to use a spoon to teenagers & all the rest of us! Are mealtimes a battleground at your house? This episode will have some tips!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:292d086a-f0b5-4c1a-aab0-719e6d77b046 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2423 parenting,raisingkids,manners,tablemanners,parentingtips,childhood,momlife,toddlermom,momofteen 4 17 false Emotional Intelligence: EQ Emotional Intelligence: EQ Emotional intelligence is what glues people together, and it's a proven predictor in academic, professional, and relationship success. What exactly IS it, can we improve it, and how do we coach our kids to have better EQ?

]]> Emotional intelligence is what glues people together, and it's a proven predictor in academic, professional, and relationship success. What exactly IS it, can we improve it, and how do we coach our kids to have better EQ?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:54859087-c8ec-4314-8d80-a3b9b72dd37b Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3288 parenting,family,relationships,EQ,emotionalintelligence,empathy,socialskills,raisingkids,parentingtips 4 16 false Top Ten Toddler Tips Top Ten Toddler Tips Got toddlers? This episode is a quick rundown (because obvs you're busy!) of our top toddler tips. What behavior can you reasonably expect from a toddler and what's asking too much? 15-36 months is a time of rapid development, discovering (& testing) boundaries, and a great time for parents to help set the stage for their successes down the road.

]]> Got toddlers? This episode is a quick rundown (because obvs you're busy!) of our top toddler tips. What behavior can you reasonably expect from a toddler and what's asking too much? 15-36 months is a time of rapid development, discovering (& testing) boundaries, and a great time for parents to help set the stage for their successes down the road.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:3db50644-ddcb-4992-85cc-e9a136b62a4f Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1642 parenting,toddlermom,christianparenting,parentingtips,motherhood,momoftoddler,toddlers,raisingkids,childhood 4 15 false Intentionality in Marriage Intentionality in Marriage Not much happens accidentally in life, and that includes making and meeting goals we have for our marriages. This episode sums up 6 intentional steps we can all use to create a more flourishing, successful marriage relationship. Based on Paul Tripp's book on marriage, we talk about ways we did or didn't practice these tips in our own ways.

]]> Not much happens accidentally in life, and that includes making and meeting goals we have for our marriages. This episode sums up 6 intentional steps we can all use to create a more flourishing, successful marriage relationship. Based on Paul Tripp's book on marriage, we talk about ways we did or didn't practice these tips in our own ways.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2ac744d2-2d2f-4269-a244-6f8c83f4825c Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2770 marriage,relationships,goals,intentionality,intentional,christianmarriage 4 14 false Can I Trust You? Can I Trust You? A key element in any relationship, trust involves some risk. How do parents foster trust between themselves and their children? What should we do when that trust is broken? Who (or what) do we and our children put our trust in--and is it trustworthy?

]]> A key element in any relationship, trust involves some risk. How do parents foster trust between themselves and their children? What should we do when that trust is broken? Who (or what) do we and our children put our trust in--and is it trustworthy?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b2ef05a6-d0c0-4ca9-a043-8e699ffffff5 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3316 parenting,motherhood,trust,family,relationships,raisingkids,trustworthy,trustissues 4 13 false Moms by the Decade: Becoming a Mom in Your 20's, 30's and 40's Moms by the Decade: Becoming a Mom in Your 20's, 30's and 40's What's the best time to have kids? There's no right answer, but the age when women become first-time mothers has been steadily increasing in the US. In this episode, we talk with moms in their 20's, 30's and 40's about the pros and cons of having kids in these decades of life and what each of them have discovered from their experiences.

]]> What's the best time to have kids? There's no right answer, but the age when women become first-time mothers has been steadily increasing in the US. In this episode, we talk with moms in their 20's, 30's and 40's about the pros and cons of having kids in these decades of life and what each of them have discovered from their experiences.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6fcf2eaa-bd1b-4d5a-b592-8336a616c328 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3425 parenting,youngmom,oldermom,raisingkids,christianparenting,momsatdifferentages,twentysomethingmom,thirtysomethingmom,fortysomethingmom,motherhood,momlife 4 12 false Setting Boundaries (When Boundaries Become Barriers) Setting Boundaries (When Boundaries Become Barriers) The concept of having healthy boundaries has been around for decades, and it's an extremely helpful way of thinking through relationships. More recently, this concept has shifted, making "boundaries" and "toxicity" popular buzzwords. What ARE boundaries, exactly, and what are they FOR? Can we go too far with them?

]]> The concept of having healthy boundaries has been around for decades, and it's an extremely helpful way of thinking through relationships. More recently, this concept has shifted, making "boundaries" and "toxicity" popular buzzwords. What ARE boundaries, exactly, and what are they FOR? Can we go too far with them?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a98f8efb-32b0-4cf1-855a-bf9f025ed923 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2927 parenting ,family,raisingkids,relationships,boundaries,settingboundaries,healthyrelationships,toxic,toxicity,connection 4 11 false I Want Mommy!! (The Preferred Parent Dilemma) I Want Mommy!! (The Preferred Parent Dilemma) It's nice to feel wanted, but what happens when your child stiff-arms one parent and demands the other? All the daily tasks can become battle ground issues! We talk about some reasons for this behavior, what you can do about it, and some parent perspectives.

]]> It's nice to feel wanted, but what happens when your child stiff-arms one parent and demands the other? All the daily tasks can become battle ground issues! We talk about some reasons for this behavior, what you can do about it, and some parent perspectives.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:bdf1766d-d0b4-469f-a325-2e21900da22e Mon, 05 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1546 parenting,toddlermom,momoftoddler,childhood,raisingkids,parentpreference,mommydoit,momlife,motherhood,mompodcast,parentpodcast 4 10 false Generations: Building Bridges, with guest Jessica Stollings-Holder Generations: Building Bridges, with guest Jessica Stollings-Holder Is there a way to help people from different generations recognize each others' positive traits instead of being frustrated at the differences? Author, speaker, and leadership trainer, Jessica Stollings-Holder, talks us through the difference a generation makes and how we can make each other stronger.

]]> Is there a way to help people from different generations recognize each others' positive traits instead of being frustrated at the differences? Author, speaker, and leadership trainer, Jessica Stollings-Holder, talks us through the difference a generation makes and how we can make each other stronger.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1684acc4-1156-4b18-99aa-158f0abe8e42 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3766 parenting,family,generations,GenX,GenZ,Boomers,Millennials,communication,relationships 4 9 false Paying for College Paying for College The cost of sending a kid to college can bring on a cold sweat of anxiety for parents! Many of us are late to the college savings game--is there any way to catch up? Financial advisor and college planning expert, Brad Baldridge (from the Taming the High Cost of College podcast) joins us for this helpful discussion!

]]> The cost of sending a kid to college can bring on a cold sweat of anxiety for parents! Many of us are late to the college savings game--is there any way to catch up? Financial advisor and college planning expert, Brad Baldridge (from the Taming the High Cost of College podcast) joins us for this helpful discussion!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ea811772-56c6-4165-bb2f-f5066889b878 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2801 parenting,college,collegekid,collegesavings,collegecost,raisingkids,parentingtips,collegemoney,education 4 8 false First Year With A Baby First Year With A Baby Nothing quite prepares you for the stark reality of bringing home a real live baby, no matter how much babysitting you've done or how many younger siblings you may have had. We take a look at some of the transitions, weird stuff, and learning curves of the 0-12 month phase with a new baby at home.

]]> Nothing quite prepares you for the stark reality of bringing home a real live baby, no matter how much babysitting you've done or how many younger siblings you may have had. We take a look at some of the transitions, weird stuff, and learning curves of the 0-12 month phase with a new baby at home.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:03b97a32-cea8-423d-9a09-f3c5c69e1dac Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2294 parenting,momofnewborn,newmom,newbaby,raisingkids,pregnancy,firstyearwithbaby,momlife,motherhood 4 7 false What Teachers Want Parents to Know What Teachers Want Parents to Know It's back to school time again, and we thought it would be worthwhile to give teachers the floor. How can parents help our kids to be successful in school? How can we best work with our child's teacher, and what do teachers themselves wish parents knew?

]]> It's back to school time again, and we thought it would be worthwhile to give teachers the floor. How can parents help our kids to be successful in school? How can we best work with our child's teacher, and what do teachers themselves wish parents knew?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:36a926b8-412a-4dfb-be0c-95b49d814d74 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0500 4276 parenting,teachers,parentsandteachers,backtoschool,kidsandschool,childhood,kidsandteachers,schoolsuccess,motherhood,momlife 4 6 false Your Easy Kid Your Easy Kid Some kids are happy and easy-going by nature, but sometimes, your "easy kid," the one you subconsciously call the "good one," can be compliant and quick to save the day for other reasons. On this episode, we talk about why it's good to check in with that child who's under the radar and who makes your life easier.

]]> Some kids are happy and easy-going by nature, but sometimes, your "easy kid," the one you subconsciously call the "good one," can be compliant and quick to save the day for other reasons. On this episode, we talk about why it's good to check in with that child who's under the radar and who makes your life easier.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f320863a-9c67-4a6b-a1c4-c54c3df353ff Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2605 parenting,motherhood,parentlife,goodkid,compliance,theeasykid,raisingkids 4 5 false Food Allergies & Sensitivities Food Allergies & Sensitivities Peanuts, gluten, dairy: food allergies & sensitivities are more common than ever. Join us as we talk to veteran pediatrician Dr. Castleberry about the uptick of these issues over the years and what parents can do to detect, treat, and live with food allergies/sensitivities in their families.

]]> Peanuts, gluten, dairy: food allergies & sensitivities are more common than ever. Join us as we talk to veteran pediatrician Dr. Castleberry about the uptick of these issues over the years and what parents can do to detect, treat, and live with food allergies/sensitivities in their families.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:3c51dd2a-dfef-4823-9575-0fff51849a97 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3657 parenting,foodallergies,kidsandfood,foodsensitive,foodsensitivity,gluten,dairyfree,allergensandkids,feedingkids 4 4 false Pacifiers, Thumbs, and Loveys Pacifiers, Thumbs, and Loveys Face it: babies suck. It's a survival instinct and strong reflex that parents have to fulfill in some form. Some babies naturally find their fingers or thumb, and others are soothed by a pacifier or lovey (stuffed toy, blanket, or other adopted object). Is one form of soothing better than another? What are the pros and cons? What are some ways to ditch the paci once it's time?

]]> Face it: babies suck. It's a survival instinct and strong reflex that parents have to fulfill in some form. Some babies naturally find their fingers or thumb, and others are soothed by a pacifier or lovey (stuffed toy, blanket, or other adopted object). Is one form of soothing better than another? What are the pros and cons? What are some ways to ditch the paci once it's time?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:cc68949a-061b-4977-bcbf-44a82b37a188 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1945 parenting,raisingkids,momoftoddler,newmom,newbaby,momofnewborn,pacifiers,thumbsucking 4 3 false Safety & Security: Preparing for the What If's Safety & Security: Preparing for the What If's On this episode, we talk with firearms instructor and incident responder, David Sproles, about best practices for keeping your family safe. How do we teach our kids about situational awareness, fire safety, weather preparedness? Some great tips for all the "just in case" situations that could come up! "Be prepared" isn't just a Scout motto: it's a great principle for life!

]]> On this episode, we talk with firearms instructor and incident responder, David Sproles, about best practices for keeping your family safe. How do we teach our kids about situational awareness, fire safety, weather preparedness? Some great tips for all the "just in case" situations that could come up! "Be prepared" isn't just a Scout motto: it's a great principle for life!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:3a27187d-1992-4234-9a93-f4cd56ce3854 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3776 parenting,raisingkids,preparedness,safety,security,kidsandsafety,haveaplan,awareness,keepingkidssafe 4 2 false Your Child's Temperament: ORANGE Your Child's Temperament: ORANGE Fun! Spontanaeity! Competition! Action! These are some of the things people with the "orange" temperament value and exhibit. What does parenting an orange child look like? How can you best motivate, correct, and teach an orange child and what are some things to keep an eye on? This episode explores the temperament that keeps us on our toes and brings color to our lives!

]]> Fun! Spontanaeity! Competition! Action! These are some of the things people with the "orange" temperament value and exhibit. What does parenting an orange child look like? How can you best motivate, correct, and teach an orange child and what are some things to keep an eye on? This episode explores the temperament that keeps us on our toes and brings color to our lives!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c5103cbe-c7a5-4feb-bd45-493f8434a653 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2125 parenting,parents,motherhood,kids,temperament,character,personality,moms,raisingkids 4 1 false Your Child's Temperament: GOLD Your Child's Temperament: GOLD One of the earliest temperaments to discern, the child with the gold temperament can be the most challenging to raise. Leaders, organized, and doing best on a routine or schedule, golds keep things running smoothly, but they need to learn flexibility and loosening control. Self-confessed golds, Renee & Bonnie talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of this temperament!

]]> One of the earliest temperaments to discern, the child with the gold temperament can be the most challenging to raise. Leaders, organized, and doing best on a routine or schedule, golds keep things running smoothly, but they need to learn flexibility and loosening control. Self-confessed golds, Renee & Bonnie talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of this temperament!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4d44779f-81fb-41e9-b081-d89b182fcc0b Mon, 27 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2812 parenting,family,temperament,personality,motherhood,momlife,childhood,character 3 26 false Summertime: Kids & Water Summertime: Kids & Water On those hot days of summer, many of us head to the lake or the pool to beat the heat. What do parents need to know about kids & water? How can we keep our kids safe and still have fun? When should you start swim lessons? Top ten safety rules for kids and water every family should know!

]]> On those hot days of summer, many of us head to the lake or the pool to beat the heat. What do parents need to know about kids & water? How can we keep our kids safe and still have fun? When should you start swim lessons? Top ten safety rules for kids and water every family should know!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:188aa2a2-297b-40b9-a2b3-68834cf3128a Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2233 parenting,raisingkids,safekids,watersafety,swimlessons,parentingtips,summertime,kidsandpools,lakeday 3 25 false Your Child's Temperament: GREEN Your Child's Temperament: GREEN Knowing your child's temperament is a giant tool in understanding how best to motivate, correct, and teach them in the ways they can best receive instruction. This episode looks at the green temperament: the analyzer, procrastinator, deep-thinker, and loyal friend. Is this your child? Is this you? What does it look like to raise a child with this temperament?

]]> Knowing your child's temperament is a giant tool in understanding how best to motivate, correct, and teach them in the ways they can best receive instruction. This episode looks at the green temperament: the analyzer, procrastinator, deep-thinker, and loyal friend. Is this your child? Is this you? What does it look like to raise a child with this temperament?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:09819ebf-3734-4bf0-82cb-e24b3ee4c2f9 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2529 parenting,temperament,personality,childhood,raisingkids,family,motherhood,momlife,uniquekids 3 24 false Your Child's Temperament: BLUE Your Child's Temperament: BLUE How do you know your child's temperament and why does it matter? The better we know our kids, the better we can relate to them, motivate them, correct them, and train them. The more we can love them the way they most need to be loved. It makes all the difference, AND bonus: it teaches US to be more empathetic and appreciative of others, too.

]]> How do you know your child's temperament and why does it matter? The better we know our kids, the better we can relate to them, motivate them, correct them, and train them. The more we can love them the way they most need to be loved. It makes all the difference, AND bonus: it teaches US to be more empathetic and appreciative of others, too.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d6957be8-3fd3-47df-837c-01ffabca32e1 Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2404 parenting,temperament,kidstemperament,personality,kidspersonality,character,knowyourkid,christianparenting,motherhood,childhood 3 23 false Summer Camps: What to Look For Summer Camps: What to Look For More and more families are opting for summer camps for their kids, and there are so many types to choose from! How do you know when it's time to send your kids? What if they're hesitant? How do you pick and what are the pros and cons?

]]> More and more families are opting for summer camps for their kids, and there are so many types to choose from! How do you know when it's time to send your kids? What if they're hesitant? How do you pick and what are the pros and cons?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f3322784-eeca-479c-b020-4d1f5934e6d9 Mon, 30 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1946 parenting,raisingkids,summertime,summeractivities,kidsandsummer,kidsandcamp,summercamp 3 22 false Kids & Pets: Should We Get a Dog? Kids & Pets: Should We Get a Dog? Pets can teach kids empathy, responsibility, and life lessons about loss and caring for others. How do you know when (or if) your family is ready to adopt a pet? Should it be a goldfish or a puppy? We talk with long-time veterinarian (& Bonnie's husband), Robert Blaylock, recount our own experiences with family pets, and look what getting a family pet could mean for a family.

]]> Pets can teach kids empathy, responsibility, and life lessons about loss and caring for others. How do you know when (or if) your family is ready to adopt a pet? Should it be a goldfish or a puppy? We talk with long-time veterinarian (& Bonnie's husband), Robert Blaylock, recount our own experiences with family pets, and look what getting a family pet could mean for a family.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:397f2812-5d0b-4763-9ec7-40dde32d5132 Mon, 23 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3722 parenting,parenthood,momlife,motherhood,kidsandpets,familydog,kidsandanimals,canihaveapuppy,gettingadog 3 21 false How to Ride A Bike: Teaching Skills to Your Kids How to Ride A Bike: Teaching Skills to Your Kids Almost everything we do as parents teaches our kids something. There's so much they need to learn! Is there a difference in how to teach life skills versus moral behaviors? How do we motivate our kids to reach a goal?

]]> Almost everything we do as parents teaches our kids something. There's so much they need to learn! Is there a difference in how to teach life skills versus moral behaviors? How do we motivate our kids to reach a goal?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:de4bc094-ab05-4b78-8e0e-37a485c9ad55 Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2074 parenting,raisingkids,skills,behaviors,teachingkids,lifeskillsforkids,encouragingkids,motivatingkids 3 20 false What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew What Teens Wish Their Parents Knew At 18, Matthew Houser wrote a blog from a teen perspective that offered insight into a teen's point of view. In our candid conversation with Matthew, he reveals some of the struggles he faced as a teen, and gives parents a glimpse of what helped and what didn't, how he processed things and how he made decisions. A helpful (& hopeful!) episode!

]]> At 18, Matthew Houser wrote a blog from a teen perspective that offered insight into a teen's point of view. In our candid conversation with Matthew, he reveals some of the struggles he faced as a teen, and gives parents a glimpse of what helped and what didn't, how he processed things and how he made decisions. A helpful (& hopeful!) episode!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4fb03145-d88c-4091-b4b3-c16ba42b932f Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3312 parenting,teens,parentofteen,momofteen,teenperspective,youngadult 3 19 false Kids & Technology (Why Does it Matter?): Part 3 Kids & Technology (Why Does it Matter?): Part 3 Today, teens report spending an average of over 8 hours/day with screens. Girls, in particular, are experiencing record-high rates of mental anguish, due in part to this shift. How can parents compete with that much input and influence? Our final episode in this 3-part series examines what we can do to "get in their way."

]]> Today, teens report spending an average of over 8 hours/day with screens. Girls, in particular, are experiencing record-high rates of mental anguish, due in part to this shift. How can parents compete with that much input and influence? Our final episode in this 3-part series examines what we can do to "get in their way."

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8050d177-a87b-4c56-9bc1-9fb85e141c0a Mon, 02 May 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2424 parenting,raisingkids,kidsandtech,technology,screentime,teensandscreens,teensandtech,kidsandscreens,parentalcontrols 3 18 false Why Can't We Focus? Kids & Technology Part 2 Why Can't We Focus? Kids & Technology Part 2 We hear it more and more: how we feel mentally scattered and easily lose our focus, our memory seems fuzzy and we can't concentrate for long. The rates of diagnosed ADHD in the US have catapulted over the past decade. What's going on with our focus?

]]> We hear it more and more: how we feel mentally scattered and easily lose our focus, our memory seems fuzzy and we can't concentrate for long. The rates of diagnosed ADHD in the US have catapulted over the past decade. What's going on with our focus?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e482ab33-6257-4d7b-abbf-fa885b50f4e0 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0500 4090 parenting,technology,kidsandtech,teensandtech,screentime,multitasking 3 17 false Kids & Technology (part 1) Kids & Technology (part 1) The dreaded "screen time" issue. How much is too much? What effect does it really have? Join us for this important 3-part series on video games, phones, & screens in the lives of ourselves & our kids. We dive into 3 well-researched books & see what the latest science has to say.

]]> The dreaded "screen time" issue. How much is too much? What effect does it really have? Join us for this important 3-part series on video games, phones, & screens in the lives of ourselves & our kids. We dive into 3 well-researched books & see what the latest science has to say.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d803a800-1480-40c5-a1bf-9d5d16d0bff2 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3820 kidsandtech,technology,kidsandphones,videogames,kidsandvideogames,screentime,parenting,parentsandtechnology,kidsandtechnology,childhood,parenthood 3 15 false Potty Training Potty Training It's one of the universal trials of parenthood--getting your kid to go potty. We take a look at what works & what doesn't, how you know it's time to start, and the cost & need for diapers. Take heart: hardly anyone leaves the nest still hiding behind the living room chair to poop!

]]> It's one of the universal trials of parenthood--getting your kid to go potty. We take a look at what works & what doesn't, how you know it's time to start, and the cost & need for diapers. Take heart: hardly anyone leaves the nest still hiding behind the living room chair to poop!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1e2b0dd0-8c44-4881-b592-310bf87d0dfe Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2746 parenting,potty,pottytraining,gopotty,toddlers,toilettraining,childhood,parenthood 3 15 false The Sad Child: Helping Your Child Through Big Emotions The Sad Child: Helping Your Child Through Big Emotions One of the first sounds a baby makes is a cry. And there's a lot more where that came from! Childhood comes with a lot of tears, which can be distressing for a parent. What do we do with our kids' feelings of sadness? How can we comfort them without dismissing or hurrying them through their tears?

]]> One of the first sounds a baby makes is a cry. And there's a lot more where that came from! Childhood comes with a lot of tears, which can be distressing for a parent. What do we do with our kids' feelings of sadness? How can we comfort them without dismissing or hurrying them through their tears?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6086217c-66af-4f15-9bc0-0092309d2cbc Mon, 04 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2893 sadness,parenting,emotions,childhoodemotions,bigemotions,sadnessanddepression,childhoodsadness 3 14 false A Youth Minister's Top Tips for Parents of Teens A Youth Minister's Top Tips for Parents of Teens How is parenting a teenager like watching a trapeze act? We talk with veteran youth minister, David Skidmore, to find out the top things parents need to know about raising a young adult. A dad of three young adult daughters, he weighs in on how parents can foster trust with their kids. An encouraging conversation with so many gold nuggets of wisdom!

]]> How is parenting a teenager like watching a trapeze act? We talk with veteran youth minister, David Skidmore, to find out the top things parents need to know about raising a young adult. A dad of three young adult daughters, he weighs in on how parents can foster trust with their kids. An encouraging conversation with so many gold nuggets of wisdom!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:57dbea07-d4f2-4c61-816e-249927cc2a8c Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0500 3800 parenting,parentofteen,parentoftween,tweensandteens,raisingkids,momofteen,teenagers,parentingteenagers,christianparenting,parentingtips,raisingyoungadults 3 13 false The Book of Important Things The Book of Important Things One thing is for sure: life brings the unexpected. If you're left flying solo, would you know what to do first or would you flounder in panic? Turns out, there are practical (and not that hard!) things EVERY family needs to do TODAY that can make the unexpected, tragic things in life a little easier.

]]> One thing is for sure: life brings the unexpected. If you're left flying solo, would you know what to do first or would you flounder in panic? Turns out, there are practical (and not that hard!) things EVERY family needs to do TODAY that can make the unexpected, tragic things in life a little easier.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9bee43a0-0e24-4868-9290-73a40f362ed6 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2347 parenting,caregiving,sandwichgeneration,lifeplan,planning,looseends,elderly,caringforparent,finalwishes,estateplan 3 12 false Hospitality How-To's Hospitality How-To's In our increasingly isolated, individualistic society, how can we better connect with others? The friendships, support, and connection we all crave can be found in the practice of hospitality. What is it and how does it work? How have WE practiced it or been welcomed? And should we care if the floor is swept or there's a pile of laundry on the bed?

]]> In our increasingly isolated, individualistic society, how can we better connect with others? The friendships, support, and connection we all crave can be found in the practice of hospitality. What is it and how does it work? How have WE practiced it or been welcomed? And should we care if the floor is swept or there's a pile of laundry on the bed?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8220e194-2c33-480d-8e0c-29af3628c6f5 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0500 2899 hospitality,neighbor,community,together,welcome,doinglifetogether,smallgroups,sharinglife,parenting,parentingpodcast 3 11 false A Children's Minister's Top To-Do's for Spiritual Growth A Children's Minister's Top To-Do's for Spiritual Growth While we may have a handle on sports, school, and encouraging our kids' talents, lots of moms and dads figure the spiritual/moral development of their kids will happen naturally. This may be because of our own upbringing or feeling unequipped to take charge in this arena. Our guest is a children's minister with 15+ years' experience in guiding children preschool through grade 6. She runs through her top to-do's for families wanting to make God an active part of their lives.

]]> While we may have a handle on sports, school, and encouraging our kids' talents, lots of moms and dads figure the spiritual/moral development of their kids will happen naturally. This may be because of our own upbringing or feeling unequipped to take charge in this arena. Our guest is a children's minister with 15+ years' experience in guiding children preschool through grade 6. She runs through her top to-do's for families wanting to make God an active part of their lives.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d11c797e-119d-400a-bdd4-5cc455ce6382 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2877 parenting,christianparenting,spiritualkids,kidsandGod,raisinggodlykids,childhood,spiritualdevelopment,moraldevelopment,goodkids,motherhood,momlife 3 10 false The Fearful Child The Fearful Child Monsters under the bed, a dark room, separation: all common childhood fears that are developmentally appropriate for certain ages. We break down fears by age, how to combat them, how to address childhood fears, and what we can do as parents to help our kids through an emotion that can seem overwhelming.

]]> Monsters under the bed, a dark room, separation: all common childhood fears that are developmentally appropriate for certain ages. We break down fears by age, how to combat them, how to address childhood fears, and what we can do as parents to help our kids through an emotion that can seem overwhelming.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d07ce8b1-a9b9-4e48-b789-d6caeb3c4467 Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3386 parenting,parenttips,christianparenting,raisingkids,fearful,fearfulchild,childhoodfears,anxiouschild,childhoodemotions,fearandanxiety,childhood 3 9 false Winning At Twinning Winning At Twinning Every pregnancy has a 1 in 250 chance of identical twins. What's it like to carry, deliver, and raise TWO at once? In this episode, we talk to two moms of twin girls: ages 7 and 20 and walk through their twin experiences. As hard as it might be, there's lots of added sweetness and blessings to being a twin mom!

]]> Every pregnancy has a 1 in 250 chance of identical twins. What's it like to carry, deliver, and raise TWO at once? In this episode, we talk to two moms of twin girls: ages 7 and 20 and walk through their twin experiences. As hard as it might be, there's lots of added sweetness and blessings to being a twin mom!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:9acf3621-d31d-4466-95d7-76ed375fe14e Mon, 21 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3617 parenting,motherhood,momoftwins,momofmultiples,twins,pregnancy,birth,momofnewborn,momofteens,toddlermom,twinpregnancy,raisingtwins,raisingkids 3 8 false Valentine's Day: What's Love Got to Do With It? Valentine's Day: What's Love Got to Do With It? Happy heart day! We're sharing some of our favorite family valentine traditions and memories in this episode. Candy hearts and shoebox crafts, anyone? Also, we take a look at what we're celebrating: what's love really mean? How do we communicate this to our kids, especially when they start showing interest in the bf/gf dynamic?

]]> Happy heart day! We're sharing some of our favorite family valentine traditions and memories in this episode. Candy hearts and shoebox crafts, anyone? Also, we take a look at what we're celebrating: what's love really mean? How do we communicate this to our kids, especially when they start showing interest in the bf/gf dynamic?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:faa4815b-fb2d-4e96-9b61-d413027b8dd4 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2101 parenting,motherhood,valentines,love,relationships,healthyrelationships,teens,holidays 3 7 false Prenatal and Pediatric Chiropractic Prenatal and Pediatric Chiropractic In addition to their OB and pediatrician, many moms have started to see the benefits of chiropractic visits--and not just when their kid has a collision on the soccer field. In this episode, we talk to pediatric and prenatal specialist, Dr. Marilyn Jackson of Milestone Family Chiropractic, who talks us through the effect of chiropractic care on your nervous system, health, and well-being. Who doesn't want a fully-functioning nervous system, especially in children whose brains are developing like crazy?

]]> In addition to their OB and pediatrician, many moms have started to see the benefits of chiropractic visits--and not just when their kid has a collision on the soccer field. In this episode, we talk to pediatric and prenatal specialist, Dr. Marilyn Jackson of Milestone Family Chiropractic, who talks us through the effect of chiropractic care on your nervous system, health, and well-being. Who doesn't want a fully-functioning nervous system, especially in children whose brains are developing like crazy?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:80276a53-d933-45ca-bb9a-fd9bb1e9bad6 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3640 parenting,parenttips,chiropractic,chiropractors,pregnancy,pregnancyandchiropractic,kidsandchiropractors,pregnancyhealth,newbornhealth,newborn,childrenandchiropractic 3 6 false Parenting an Angry Child Parenting an Angry Child Anger is such a dynamite emotion, it can startle us and activate our defensiveness, even against our own children. It's hard not to take personally! In this episode, we peel back the onion and look at some causes of anger in children, how to react (and not react), and how to help kids identify what's really going on underneath that volcano!

]]> Anger is such a dynamite emotion, it can startle us and activate our defensiveness, even against our own children. It's hard not to take personally! In this episode, we peel back the onion and look at some causes of anger in children, how to react (and not react), and how to help kids identify what's really going on underneath that volcano!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5b8aa6b6-d087-405f-9d4b-a077e20ab261 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 3886 parenting,angrychild,anger,childhoodemotions,childhood,angrymom,angerissues,selfcontrol,goodanger 3 5 false Kids & Food: Part 3 Kids & Food: Part 3 In this final episode of the 3-part Kids & Food series, we talk about SNACKS and the Golden Rule of food: it should be a joy, not a stressor. If we change our language about food (good food vs. bad) and our approach to the table, it's a win-win for parents & kids.

]]> In this final episode of the 3-part Kids & Food series, we talk about SNACKS and the Golden Rule of food: it should be a joy, not a stressor. If we change our language about food (good food vs. bad) and our approach to the table, it's a win-win for parents & kids.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:78cebc4c-047b-4c19-823c-0bed185cfe45 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 1986 parenting,parenttips,motherhood,momlife,kidsandfood,foodissues,toddlermom,mykidwonteat,nutrition,foodrules,childhood,tabletalk,hungrykid,snacktime 3 4 false Kids & Food: Part 2 Kids & Food: Part 2 How come French kids have no problem eating veggies & anything else their parents eat? Join us for part 2 of our series as we compare food cultures with Karen LeBillon's book, French Kids Eat Everything. Do you have a picky eater? Issues at mealtime? This series is for you!

]]> How come French kids have no problem eating veggies & anything else their parents eat? Join us for part 2 of our series as we compare food cultures with Karen LeBillon's book, French Kids Eat Everything. Do you have a picky eater? Issues at mealtime? This series is for you!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e19a6c83-4df5-4fc2-9636-1512810cd4f6 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2321 parenting,kidsandfood,pickyeaters,kidfoodrules,eatingwithkids,foodculture,raisingkids,foodissues,toddlermom 3 3 false Why Can't I Get My Kids to Eat? Part 1 Why Can't I Get My Kids to Eat? Part 1 One of the most frequent complaints pediatricians hear is "I can't get my kid to eat!" Typically, parents are talking about their 2-3 year old, but often it's older kids, too. In this 3-part series, we take a peek at a different culture--one that doesn't seem to have this problem--and see what they're doing to de-stress and simplify food issues with kids.

]]> One of the most frequent complaints pediatricians hear is "I can't get my kid to eat!" Typically, parents are talking about their 2-3 year old, but often it's older kids, too. In this 3-part series, we take a peek at a different culture--one that doesn't seem to have this problem--and see what they're doing to de-stress and simplify food issues with kids.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c1812fb1-6ec3-4fc8-82bb-b9c4e0d23b11 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2969 parenting,parenttips,raisingkids,kidsandfood,foodculture,pickyeater 3 2 false Planting Seeds: with guest Jason Houser Planting Seeds: with guest Jason Houser Many parents report feeling inadequate in guiding their kids in spiritual matters. How can we lead our kids to maturity there just like we do in academics, sports, and social areas? Our guest, Jason Houser, is a husband & father AND a singer, songwriter, and founder of Seeds Family Worship ministry. Join us for a fun conversation as we talk about making room for God in your family.

]]> Many parents report feeling inadequate in guiding their kids in spiritual matters. How can we lead our kids to maturity there just like we do in academics, sports, and social areas? Our guest, Jason Houser, is a husband & father AND a singer, songwriter, and founder of Seeds Family Worship ministry. Join us for a fun conversation as we talk about making room for God in your family.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:40adea78-8803-4ce1-a787-83229cbec9da Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0600 2733 parenting,christianparenting,kidsandmemory,kidsandGod,kidsandscripture,JasonHouser,SeedsFamilyWorship,raisingkids,kidsandspirituality,kidsspirituallife,scripture,musicandmemory 3 1 false A Plan for the New Year A Plan for the New Year Are you a planner or does the thought of setting goals give you hives? In this episode, we go through an easy way to set some short term and long term goals using a simple 1-10 scale. It covers seven key areas: Faith, Fun, Friends, Finances, Fellowship, Fitness, and Family. Make this the year for progress! Baby steps count!

]]> Are you a planner or does the thought of setting goals give you hives? In this episode, we go through an easy way to set some short term and long term goals using a simple 1-10 scale. It covers seven key areas: Faith, Fun, Friends, Finances, Fellowship, Fitness, and Family. Make this the year for progress! Baby steps count!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ced3f878-9a85-42b0-8fde-3b63d760d877 Mon, 27 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0600 1856 goals,planning,lifegoals,family,relationships,focus,intentionality,familygoals,resolutions 2 26 false Marriage 101: Ten Things to Tune Up Marriage 101: Ten Things to Tune Up Every now and then, it's a good idea to check in with your marriage and see how its engine is running. All marriages could do with a good tune up from time to time, no matter how many years you've been together. We run down 10 areas where you may or may not want to do some maintenance. Nobody can do all of them at once--just pick a couple at a time and see if the road feels smoother.

]]> Every now and then, it's a good idea to check in with your marriage and see how its engine is running. All marriages could do with a good tune up from time to time, no matter how many years you've been together. We run down 10 areas where you may or may not want to do some maintenance. Nobody can do all of them at once--just pick a couple at a time and see if the road feels smoother.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:be78871d-a00a-4f52-aa5c-14b6b960caaf Mon, 20 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2439 marriage,relationships,christianmarriage,husbandandwife,family 2 25 false Four Things Dads Can Do Four Things Dads Can Do In this episode, we're joined by two of the best dads we know--our husbands! We get them talking about four important ways fathers strengthen the family and their kids in particular. Spoiler alert: there are wayyy more than just four ways! This podcast will give you some great conversation starters for moms and dads and will give dads some concrete tips for investing in those relationships.

]]> In this episode, we're joined by two of the best dads we know--our husbands! We get them talking about four important ways fathers strengthen the family and their kids in particular. Spoiler alert: there are wayyy more than just four ways! This podcast will give you some great conversation starters for moms and dads and will give dads some concrete tips for investing in those relationships.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2b256712-448c-4c4b-af4d-a56ad69cd9a5 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0600 3024 fathers,fathering,fatherhood,dads,dadlife,parenthood,raisingkids,christiandads,christianfathers,christianparenting 2 24 false Sorry/Not Sorry Sorry/Not Sorry What's one thing we can teach our children that will teach them humility, grace, compassion AND be glue for their future relationships? Apologizing and asking for forgiveness may be a struggle, but it's vital to our health and a key to harmonious relationships. What's it look like? How do we do it completely so the recipient feels we mean it? This episode dives in!

]]> What's one thing we can teach our children that will teach them humility, grace, compassion AND be glue for their future relationships? Apologizing and asking for forgiveness may be a struggle, but it's vital to our health and a key to harmonious relationships. What's it look like? How do we do it completely so the recipient feels we mean it? This episode dives in!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:6ec16e0e-f440-49eb-82f3-363455526f8b Mon, 06 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2654 forgiveness,apology,regret,remorse,imsorry,relationships,marriage,humility,grace,forgiving,forgive 2 23 false Praying with your Kids Praying with your Kids Prayer is giving our attention to God where we talk to God and also listen to Him. The conversations our children have with God can be the sweetest! And they're often insightful and honest, leading us to grow in our own spiritual relationship. What are some ways we can teach our kids to pray and how can we model it? With two special guests, who have tried and tested various prayers with their kids, we explore what a culture of prayer in a home can look like.

]]> Prayer is giving our attention to God where we talk to God and also listen to Him. The conversations our children have with God can be the sweetest! And they're often insightful and honest, leading us to grow in our own spiritual relationship. What are some ways we can teach our kids to pray and how can we model it? With two special guests, who have tried and tested various prayers with their kids, we explore what a culture of prayer in a home can look like.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:4200399e-fbc4-42cd-88fd-4244b69f8cb6 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0600 4180 parenting,christianparenting,raisingkids,motherhood,momlife,prayer,kidsandprayer,teachingkidstopray,talkingtoGod,kidsandspirituality,prayingwithkids 2 22 false Are You the Default Parent? Are You the Default Parent? In most families in America, it's MOM who shoulders most of the load, especially when it comes to kids and household chores. It's 2021, yet in this respect, many of us seem stuck in the 50's. Why is that? What can we do to share the burden? Eve Rodsky's book FAIR PLAY gives some GREAT suggestions on how to change our script and lessen the overwhelm that many (most??) moms experience.

]]> In most families in America, it's MOM who shoulders most of the load, especially when it comes to kids and household chores. It's 2021, yet in this respect, many of us seem stuck in the 50's. Why is that? What can we do to share the burden? Eve Rodsky's book FAIR PLAY gives some GREAT suggestions on how to change our script and lessen the overwhelm that many (most??) moms experience.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e7771d44-cc76-4800-b6a9-a5fe247176d0 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2879 parenting,momlife,chores,households,divisionoflabor,sharingtheload,helparoundthehouse,motherhood,momstress,raisingkids,marriage 2 21 false Holiday Traditions Holiday Traditions Holidays can often come with a big ol' dose of "overwhelm." In this episode, we talk about what to keep and what to get rid of, how to have a workable holiday schedule, and what we can do to help our kids focus more outward and less inward. Plus, we let you in on some of our favorite family traditions that you can try for something new!

]]> Holidays can often come with a big ol' dose of "overwhelm." In this episode, we talk about what to keep and what to get rid of, how to have a workable holiday schedule, and what we can do to help our kids focus more outward and less inward. Plus, we let you in on some of our favorite family traditions that you can try for something new!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:958e4dde-6578-4d3c-a7c0-afd449b10bd1 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0600 1517 parenting,raisingkids,kidsandholidays,holidays,christmas,traditions,happyholidays 2 20 false The Art of Being a StepMom The Art of Being a StepMom Over 60% of families in America live in some type of blended family home. Kyleen Baptiste, a stepmom and family and child life therapist, talks honestly with us about what that can be like for the adults and the kids. Her faith-based approach to her own blended family experience is inspiring and hopeful, and the wisdom she shares with us in this episode is an encouragement to all families.

]]> Over 60% of families in America live in some type of blended family home. Kyleen Baptiste, a stepmom and family and child life therapist, talks honestly with us about what that can be like for the adults and the kids. Her faith-based approach to her own blended family experience is inspiring and hopeful, and the wisdom she shares with us in this episode is an encouragement to all families.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ef83b7fb-dc16-4ca4-a9b0-cd23930890a2 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0600 3487 2 19 false Kids & Choices Kids & Choices Does giving our children lots of choices teach them to make good ones? Research has shown that decision fatigue affects all of us, and it might be more pronounced in children. What is actually happening psychologically when we give our kids abundant choices very early? This may be the answer to 90% of the behavior issues moms deal with at home.

]]> Does giving our children lots of choices teach them to make good ones? Research has shown that decision fatigue affects all of us, and it might be more pronounced in children. What is actually happening psychologically when we give our kids abundant choices very early? This may be the answer to 90% of the behavior issues moms deal with at home.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:52a85526-693c-4147-9eb6-e32e88b411bd Mon, 01 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2313 2 18 false Hills to Die On Hills to Die On In any given day as a mom, our kids give us plenty of challenges, whether they're 3 or 13. If we take on all of them, everyone's overwhelmed and demoralized. If we ignore them all, things go south quickly. How do we decide which hills to die on? We lay out some ways to sift through the chaos.

]]> In any given day as a mom, our kids give us plenty of challenges, whether they're 3 or 13. If we take on all of them, everyone's overwhelmed and demoralized. If we ignore them all, things go south quickly. How do we decide which hills to die on? We lay out some ways to sift through the chaos.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:048866ca-ba40-4dc4-9187-7ebaaa52ab20 Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:35:00 -0500 1737 parenting,parentingtips,motherhood,raisingkids,childhood,priorities,values,christianparenting,pickbattles 2 17 false What Do You Do With a Doula? What Do You Do With a Doula? Expecting mothers have lots of birth options available today. In this episode, we talk with Sarah Perry, an experienced doula, about what a doula can offer before, during, and after childbirth. Why would an expecting mom consider using a doula? In this heartfelt and funny conversation, we compare and contrast birth stories of the past with the kinds of choices new moms now have.

]]> Expecting mothers have lots of birth options available today. In this episode, we talk with Sarah Perry, an experienced doula, about what a doula can offer before, during, and after childbirth. Why would an expecting mom consider using a doula? In this heartfelt and funny conversation, we compare and contrast birth stories of the past with the kinds of choices new moms now have.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:30a87fea-2357-4811-b78c-10b494c248ec Mon, 18 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3035 parenting,childbirth,naturalchildbirth,doula,pregnancy,newmom,newbaby,motherhood,birthoptions,birthplan,midwife 2 16 false Sex Talk Sex Talk Pornography, Hyper-sexualized culture, & a worldview of Romance/Marriage. This episode tackles 3 thorny topics that, in our combined years of mom life, we've seen lots of parents struggle with, including in our own families. In our digitized, sex-saturated world, how can we guide our kids through the quicksand? We're all for empowering women, but today's definition of empowerment is inherently flawed. What's the Christian worldview and response?

]]> Pornography, Hyper-sexualized culture, & a worldview of Romance/Marriage. This episode tackles 3 thorny topics that, in our combined years of mom life, we've seen lots of parents struggle with, including in our own families. In our digitized, sex-saturated world, how can we guide our kids through the quicksand? We're all for empowering women, but today's definition of empowerment is inherently flawed. What's the Christian worldview and response?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:02127752-51b0-431d-a73d-4caa98268ab1 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4066 parenting,motherhood,sex,porn,modesty,truelove,relationships,christianworldview,worldview,sexuality 2 15 false Kids & Money Kids & Money We may tend to think kids will just absorb information about money and how to use it, but turns out parenst can teach some practical life skills parents from a suprisingly early age to help foster a positive and financially savvy approach to money. In this episode, we run through key concepts from saving to investing, allowances, generosity, and a whole range of topics for a good head start.

]]> We may tend to think kids will just absorb information about money and how to use it, but turns out parenst can teach some practical life skills parents from a suprisingly early age to help foster a positive and financially savvy approach to money. In this episode, we run through key concepts from saving to investing, allowances, generosity, and a whole range of topics for a good head start.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:3a3b251b-c2e4-479c-9ecd-76eaaa09406d Mon, 04 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4003 parenting,parenthood,childhood,raisingkids,kidsandmoney,teachingmoney,finances,kidsandfinances,financiallysavvykids,moneymatters 2 14 false Siblings Siblings Sibs are the only ones with us for the whole ride. The relationship may define us & form us more powerfully than any other. But even if siblings are best friends, there's often a lot of conflict and irritation that come with the territory. From Cain & Abel to the Jonas Brothers, siblngs are as old as time. What can parents do to solidify the bonds and minimize the tattling and arguing?

]]> Sibs are the only ones with us for the whole ride. The relationship may define us & form us more powerfully than any other. But even if siblings are best friends, there's often a lot of conflict and irritation that come with the territory. From Cain & Abel to the Jonas Brothers, siblngs are as old as time. What can parents do to solidify the bonds and minimize the tattling and arguing?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a3109a8a-b5c8-418e-b943-2c7933d2806d Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3076 parenting,siblings,brothersandsisters,family,motherhood,childhood,siblingconfilct,siblingrivalry,brothers,sisters 2 13 false What's Up with the Mommy Juice? What's Up with the Mommy Juice? They Whine, I Wine. It's Wine O'Clock. Mommy's Sippy Cup. You've probably seen the memes, merchandising, and movies associated with what's now known as the "mommy wine culture." Samantha Perkins, author of Alive AF, One Anxious Mom's Journey to Becoming Alcohol Free, gets honest and real about her nightly chardonnays while parenting her two children under 5. This is a brave conversation we shouldn't shy away from.

https://www.amazon.com/Alive-AF-Anxious-Journey-Becoming-ebook/dp/B08RF1LSMP

https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-Luckiest-Surprising-Magic/dp/160868654X

]]> They Whine, I Wine. It's Wine O'Clock. Mommy's Sippy Cup. You've probably seen the memes, merchandising, and movies associated with what's now known as the "mommy wine culture." Samantha Perkins, author of Alive AF, One Anxious Mom's Journey to Becoming Alcohol Free, gets honest and real about her nightly chardonnays while parenting her two children under 5. This is a brave conversation we shouldn't shy away from.

https://www.amazon.com/Alive-AF-Anxious-Journey-Becoming-ebook/dp/B08RF1LSMP

https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-Luckiest-Surprising-Magic/dp/160868654X

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b2b24358-a5ba-4091-9424-05066d72a4d4 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2961 parenting,momsandwine,mommyjuice,momsanddrinking,kidsandalcohol,motherhood,momlife,anxiety,stress,ineedadrink,parentingtips,coping,sobermom,soberlife 2 12 false When Your Baby Has a Baby When Your Baby Has a Baby Our special guest on this episode is Emma Goodwyn, who happens to be Renee's firstborn child. We chat about the arrival of Emma's own daughter and what it's like to watch your grown child have her own. In an honest and open conversation about being a new mom and a new grandparent, how their mother-daughter relationship changed, and how it's going so far, Renee & Emma keep it real.

]]> Our special guest on this episode is Emma Goodwyn, who happens to be Renee's firstborn child. We chat about the arrival of Emma's own daughter and what it's like to watch your grown child have her own. In an honest and open conversation about being a new mom and a new grandparent, how their mother-daughter relationship changed, and how it's going so far, Renee & Emma keep it real.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:8e7cfd6e-d2bb-4c18-9fed-9f77819ca0fb Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2885 parenting,parenthood,raisingkids,motherhood,momlife,newmom,grandparent,momofmom,newbaby,motherdaughter,girlmom,childbirth 2 11 false Finishing Strong: In the Home Stretch of Raising Kids Finishing Strong: In the Home Stretch of Raising Kids What used to be noisy family chaos at dinnertime now becomes mom, dad, and the youngest blinking at each other over meatloaf. How do we navigate changing family dynamics as, one by one, the kids leave home? Is it ok to parent one child differently than their siblings? In this episode, we encourage moms to "finish strong," having perseverance in that home stretch toward the empty nest.

]]> What used to be noisy family chaos at dinnertime now becomes mom, dad, and the youngest blinking at each other over meatloaf. How do we navigate changing family dynamics as, one by one, the kids leave home? Is it ok to parent one child differently than their siblings? In this episode, we encourage moms to "finish strong," having perseverance in that home stretch toward the empty nest.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7fa4c84e-2c6f-44ca-8713-6bf71db68cf7 Mon, 06 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2405 parenting,parenthood,emptynest,almostemptynest,raisingkids,raisingteens,momofteens,lastkid,perseverence,homestretch,motherhood,momlife,parentingtips,mompodcast,podcastsformoms 2 10 false When You Can't Ask Your Mom: How Mother Loss Affects Our Parenting When You Can't Ask Your Mom: How Mother Loss Affects Our Parenting According to author Hope Edelman, when new mothers are grieving their own mothers, the physical and psychological stress can be overwhelming: You're suddenly in the role of the person you need most—who's no longer there. If you become a mother after your own mother dies, you're mourning what might have been. On this episode, we talk with Danielle Cunningham and co-host Bonnie Blaylock, who both lost their mothers before they had children of their own, and how that changed the way they parent.

]]> According to author Hope Edelman, when new mothers are grieving their own mothers, the physical and psychological stress can be overwhelming: You're suddenly in the role of the person you need most—who's no longer there. If you become a mother after your own mother dies, you're mourning what might have been. On this episode, we talk with Danielle Cunningham and co-host Bonnie Blaylock, who both lost their mothers before they had children of their own, and how that changed the way they parent.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1b98e82c-29b9-4ab5-8597-79fb574dd046 Mon, 30 Aug 2021 05:36:00 -0500 3298 parenting,parenthood,childhood,mother,mothering,motherhood,motherloss,grief,parentingthroughloss,losingyourmom,motherlessmom 2 9 false Back to School: Surviving the Transition Back to School: Surviving the Transition School's back in session or soon will be for 2021, whatever that's going to look like. It can be hard to get back in the groove of schedules, homework, and bedtime. In this episode, we touch on some helpful areas where you can refocus to tackle that transition. Renee gives the homeschool perspective, and Bonnie looks at life when your kids are in public school.

]]> School's back in session or soon will be for 2021, whatever that's going to look like. It can be hard to get back in the groove of schedules, homework, and bedtime. In this episode, we touch on some helpful areas where you can refocus to tackle that transition. Renee gives the homeschool perspective, and Bonnie looks at life when your kids are in public school.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e667ef21-5401-4ff7-85af-d5d4ce01fdcc Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2552 parenting,motherhood,parenthood,podcastsformoms,momlife,education,childhood,learning,school,backtoschool,raisingkids,transitions 2 8 false Rock-a-Bye, Baby: How Sleep Helps Us & Our Kids Rock-a-Bye, Baby: How Sleep Helps Us & Our Kids The sleep-deprived mom is a common trope we can probably all relate to. On this episode, we speak with Dr. Tiffany Rogers, a PhD in behavioral neuroscience and mom of three. She walks us through what the brain does while we're asleep (hint: it's not just shut off!) and why sleep for us and our children should be a priority.

]]> The sleep-deprived mom is a common trope we can probably all relate to. On this episode, we speak with Dr. Tiffany Rogers, a PhD in behavioral neuroscience and mom of three. She walks us through what the brain does while we're asleep (hint: it's not just shut off!) and why sleep for us and our children should be a priority.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:2a0f7931-14a1-459c-9a35-a223dc529af2 Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3676 parenting,parenthood,childhood,sleep,sleepdeprived,tired,exhausted,newmom,toddlermom,momofteens,motherhood,momlife,sleepy,rest 2 7 false Taking Our Childhoods With Us: the Effect of Childhood Trauma Taking Our Childhoods With Us: the Effect of Childhood Trauma Instead of asking "what's wrong with you?" it may be more helpful to ask "what happened to you?" We take our childhoods with us, and carrying trauma and stress from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can actually affect our health way down the road into adulthood. What's an ACE test and what might the score mean? What can we do to help soften the blows? This episode affects us all in some way.

]]> Instead of asking "what's wrong with you?" it may be more helpful to ask "what happened to you?" We take our childhoods with us, and carrying trauma and stress from adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can actually affect our health way down the road into adulthood. What's an ACE test and what might the score mean? What can we do to help soften the blows? This episode affects us all in some way.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e87923c8-37a2-4da0-8b3f-12e57ccec3ee Mon, 09 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2399 ACE,childhoodtrauma,childstress,hope,stress,raisingkids,parenting,parenthood,motherhood,childhood,kids,beingakid,resilience,health 2 6 false Milestones & Motor Skills from an OT/PT Perspective Milestones & Motor Skills from an OT/PT Perspective What kind of baby products are best? What's the best way to do tummy time? Does it make a difference how you position your child in a car seat, high chair, or exersaucer? Dr. Courtney Parsons (PT) and Gladys Harms (OT) have worked with children in various types of therapy for years. They join us on this episode to explain the types of issues they see, and how parents can help their children reach those all-important milestones. We learned a ton and we know you will, too!

]]> What kind of baby products are best? What's the best way to do tummy time? Does it make a difference how you position your child in a car seat, high chair, or exersaucer? Dr. Courtney Parsons (PT) and Gladys Harms (OT) have worked with children in various types of therapy for years. They join us on this episode to explain the types of issues they see, and how parents can help their children reach those all-important milestones. We learned a ton and we know you will, too!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7413869c-dcef-4d7e-b78a-4c5974bfb7e2 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3582 childhood,childhooddevelopment,raisingkids,reachingmilestones,baby,newmom,firsttimemom,toddlermom,momlife,momoftoddler,toddlerhood,newborn,motherhood,babyproducts 2 5 false Transitions & Growth Transitions & Growth Our kids aren't the only ones who grow & change, but as grown-ups the milestones and transitions slow. We tend to measure or see our own growth by decade. For many of us, we get a growth spurt somewhere around 30's/40's (commonly known as midlife). In this episode, we look at The Gift of Imperfection, by Brene Brown, and walk through our own experiences of growth through transition and learning how to talk to ourselves with more respect. (If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.)

]]> Our kids aren't the only ones who grow & change, but as grown-ups the milestones and transitions slow. We tend to measure or see our own growth by decade. For many of us, we get a growth spurt somewhere around 30's/40's (commonly known as midlife). In this episode, we look at The Gift of Imperfection, by Brene Brown, and walk through our own experiences of growth through transition and learning how to talk to ourselves with more respect. (If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.)

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:d0d43df2-1dfa-4fe2-80e9-b4418f1ac6fb Mon, 26 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2766 growth,transitions,perfectionism,change,selftalk 2 4 false Parenting a Child "on the Spectrum" Parenting a Child "on the Spectrum" On this episode, we talk to a veteran mom & special ed teacher who's navigated just about every corner of raising children on a spectrum. She has four of her own and has had to research and wrestle with the system herself. She walks us through what new parents should look for, how to best use the resources available, and knowing what your child needs, whether he/she falls under the definition of gifted or exhibits behaviors on the autism spectrum. This one's full of helpful information and guaranteed to help you or someone you know.

]]> On this episode, we talk to a veteran mom & special ed teacher who's navigated just about every corner of raising children on a spectrum. She has four of her own and has had to research and wrestle with the system herself. She walks us through what new parents should look for, how to best use the resources available, and knowing what your child needs, whether he/she falls under the definition of gifted or exhibits behaviors on the autism spectrum. This one's full of helpful information and guaranteed to help you or someone you know.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:1314f32f-de3a-4e98-ba99-f940dfc9790c Mon, 19 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3241 parenting,parenthood,raisingkids,motherhood,momlife,parentingonthespectrum,spectrumchild,giftedchild,autism,autismmom,ASD,giftedkid,education,childbehaviors,newmom 2 3 false Summertime: a.k.a. "Mommy, I'm bored." Summertime: a.k.a. "Mommy, I'm bored." We're solidly into summer here in the South. How many times have you heard the phrase "Mom, I'm bored"? Turns out, boredom is a CHILD'S problem, not an ADULT's. On this episode, we give you plenty of great ideas for summer stuff to do for kids of all ages and ways to put blocks of time in your day so you're not overwhelmed by All.The.Snacks.And.Towels.

]]> We're solidly into summer here in the South. How many times have you heard the phrase "Mom, I'm bored"? Turns out, boredom is a CHILD'S problem, not an ADULT's. On this episode, we give you plenty of great ideas for summer stuff to do for kids of all ages and ways to put blocks of time in your day so you're not overwhelmed by All.The.Snacks.And.Towels.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:27665702-cd92-4458-9f54-7dc3534967dd Mon, 12 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2769 parenting,parenthood,moms,motherhood,momlife,boymom,girlmom,momofteens,momoftoddlers,raisingkids,summer,summerwithkids,summertips 2 2 false Parenting A Child with Serious Illness: One Family's Story Parenting A Child with Serious Illness: One Family's Story 1 in 7 babies born in the US spends time in the NICU for various issues. On this episode, we spoke with our friend, Becky Bilodeau, who's all too familiar with hospitals, NICUs, and procedures—and not because she happens to be a pediatric surgery nurse. Her second son, Jacob, was born with 3 chambers of his heart, rather than 4. Becky takes us through what their journey has been like and what parents in similar situations might need. To learn more about CHD or to help fund research for this common disorder, check out http://www.brettboyerfoundation.org/donate.

]]> 1 in 7 babies born in the US spends time in the NICU for various issues. On this episode, we spoke with our friend, Becky Bilodeau, who's all too familiar with hospitals, NICUs, and procedures—and not because she happens to be a pediatric surgery nurse. Her second son, Jacob, was born with 3 chambers of his heart, rather than 4. Becky takes us through what their journey has been like and what parents in similar situations might need. To learn more about CHD or to help fund research for this common disorder, check out http://www.brettboyerfoundation.org/donate.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:a4b763c8-df4d-4111-b125-aa8227aa9317 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3522 parenting,childhoodillness,heartwarrior,chd,motherhood,christianparenting,parenthood,parentingthroughillness,raisingkids,boymom 2 1 false The Care & Feeding of In-Laws The Care & Feeding of In-Laws In this episode, we hear from listeners on the good, bad, and ugly of in-laws. What works when navigating that relationship? What doesn't? How do we set reasonable boundaries and also respect family members? And, we look at the other side of the coin now that we both HAVE in-laws and ARE in-laws ourselves. What are our lessons learned about what to do and what not to do.

]]> In this episode, we hear from listeners on the good, bad, and ugly of in-laws. What works when navigating that relationship? What doesn't? How do we set reasonable boundaries and also respect family members? And, we look at the other side of the coin now that we both HAVE in-laws and ARE in-laws ourselves. What are our lessons learned about what to do and what not to do.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e5e3df8b-6bb8-4d69-9962-3241511a0be5 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2688 family,marriage,boundaries,parenting,in-laws,grandparenting,son-in-law,daughter-in-law,mother-in-law 1 26 false The Squeeze of the Sandwich Generation The Squeeze of the Sandwich Generation With the trend toward marrying and having children later, more of us are feeling the squeeze of being sandwiched between raising our own children and caring for aging parents. Unique stresses--financial, emotional, and physical--are a common concern for folks (and let's face it, mainly women) in this situation. If you're not there yet, you likely will be. In this episode, we talk about finding ways to balance and some practical things to address sooner rather than later.

]]> With the trend toward marrying and having children later, more of us are feeling the squeeze of being sandwiched between raising our own children and caring for aging parents. Unique stresses--financial, emotional, and physical--are a common concern for folks (and let's face it, mainly women) in this situation. If you're not there yet, you likely will be. In this episode, we talk about finding ways to balance and some practical things to address sooner rather than later.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:dd27cad8-30a4-4f02-a733-68f76efd0512 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2297 caregiver,caregiving,aging parents,raisingkids,parenting,parenthood,motherhood,generations,momlife,elderly 1 25 false I Want My Kid to Grow Up to be Happy I Want My Kid to Grow Up to be Happy For decades, pediatricians and psychologists have been seeing climbing rates of anxiety in children and adults, to the point where parenting is sometimes now referred to as a crisis. Many parents say they just want their kids to be happy, but what if what we're doing is having the opposite effect? What's the cause and is there a solution? We unpack the data and look at what this looks like in an average household and what we might do to change course.

]]> For decades, pediatricians and psychologists have been seeing climbing rates of anxiety in children and adults, to the point where parenting is sometimes now referred to as a crisis. Many parents say they just want their kids to be happy, but what if what we're doing is having the opposite effect? What's the cause and is there a solution? We unpack the data and look at what this looks like in an average household and what we might do to change course.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:88b7ca9a-9b05-451b-9e42-fe8b25713029 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3095 anxiety,parenting,childhoodanxiety,anxiouschild,fearfulchild,fear,overparenting,helicopterparent,depression,resilience 1 24 false 10 Reasons Not to Homeschool 10 Reasons Not to Homeschool As home schooling options broaden and more families opt for alternatives to public schools, we look at 10 legit reasons you should consider before buying that curriculum. Special guest Holli Turner joins Renee for the lowdown while Bonnie (with zero homeschool experience) asks some probing questions about the number of bonnets homeschoolers actually own.

]]> As home schooling options broaden and more families opt for alternatives to public schools, we look at 10 legit reasons you should consider before buying that curriculum. Special guest Holli Turner joins Renee for the lowdown while Bonnie (with zero homeschool experience) asks some probing questions about the number of bonnets homeschoolers actually own.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f79fe23b-1926-43f6-a8c6-9130e7f25229 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3965 parenting,homeschool,christianparenting,education,motherhood,momlife,momsupport,podcastsformoms,schooloptions 1 23 false Guiding Kids Through Grief Guiding Kids Through Grief Joined by special guest Lavy Little, we dive into what it looks like when you're raising children through one parent's illness and death. Lavy shares honestly about her husband Conrad's medical issues and how the family navigated that with faith and determination. When Conrad died in 2017, her three sons faced their late teens and young adulthood without their father. The way they openly and honestly shared their grief with one another has helped them all move forward together.

]]> Joined by special guest Lavy Little, we dive into what it looks like when you're raising children through one parent's illness and death. Lavy shares honestly about her husband Conrad's medical issues and how the family navigated that with faith and determination. When Conrad died in 2017, her three sons faced their late teens and young adulthood without their father. The way they openly and honestly shared their grief with one another has helped them all move forward together.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b3b252a6-6c81-4f2b-8497-3317f07bee83 Mon, 31 May 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4080 parenting,grief,loss,parentingthroughgrief,parentingthroughillness,christianparenting,raisingkids,motherhood,kidsandgrief,losingaparent 1 22 false Shame on You! Helping Kids Overcome Shame Shame on You! Helping Kids Overcome Shame Shame is universal. Where does it come from and is it possible to raise kids in a way that helps them overcome this feeling? Is it just a matter of fostering self-esteem or is there more to it? In this episode, we explore the difference between shame & guilt and give several tips to help ourselves and our children value taking the risk of connection.

]]> Shame is universal. Where does it come from and is it possible to raise kids in a way that helps them overcome this feeling? Is it just a matter of fostering self-esteem or is there more to it? In this episode, we explore the difference between shame & guilt and give several tips to help ourselves and our children value taking the risk of connection.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:e8d43ef9-9791-4a1d-8a08-f2e065178be9 Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3505 parenting,christianparenting,shame,guilt,shameful,motherhood,podcastsformoms,supportformoms 1 21 false Go Outside & Play! Go Outside & Play! Want a simple & FREE way to lower stress, anxiety, and radically engage you & your child's imagination and creativity? Go outside. In this episode, we talk with Jamie Langley, a child & family therapist with over 30 years of experience. Our conversation about the importance of play and nature and how it works in kids' lives was both enlightening & encouraging. This is something easy all of us can do more.

]]> Want a simple & FREE way to lower stress, anxiety, and radically engage you & your child's imagination and creativity? Go outside. In this episode, we talk with Jamie Langley, a child & family therapist with over 30 years of experience. Our conversation about the importance of play and nature and how it works in kids' lives was both enlightening & encouraging. This is something easy all of us can do more.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:10f8f451-d2be-4c2f-9bcd-13237efb7700 Mon, 17 May 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3618 parenting,play,nature,playtherapy,naturetherapy,parentingtips,anxiety,stress,childhoodanxiety,outdoors,explore,imagination 1 20 false 10 Things Kids Need to Hear 10 Things Kids Need to Hear We do a lot of talking as moms, and it drives us nuts when our kids tune us out. In this episode, we run down 10 things your kids need to hear that they'll never get tired of. *Plus, a bonus one we threw in for free (you're welcome).

]]> We do a lot of talking as moms, and it drives us nuts when our kids tune us out. In this episode, we run down 10 things your kids need to hear that they'll never get tired of. *Plus, a bonus one we threw in for free (you're welcome).

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7f6e618e-6880-4c5b-b9fa-67f64c4f205c Mon, 10 May 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3195 parenting,christianparenting,talkingtokids,encouragement,empowerment,motherhood,momlife,momsupport,raisingkids,momcommunity 1 19 false You've Got A Friend in Me: Mom Friends You've Got A Friend in Me: Mom Friends Mom friends can be our lifelines when we're drowning, the ones who really "get" the whole motherhood gig. They can talk us off the cliff, make us laugh, and set us straight. Where do mom friends come from and is it ok if our friend groups change? This episode explores the joys of friendship while raising kids.

]]> Mom friends can be our lifelines when we're drowning, the ones who really "get" the whole motherhood gig. They can talk us off the cliff, make us laugh, and set us straight. Where do mom friends come from and is it ok if our friend groups change? This episode explores the joys of friendship while raising kids.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ac48505a-1861-4362-965e-07ecf43c7213 Mon, 03 May 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2960 motherhood,friendship,girlfriends,parenting,christianparenting,connection,loneliness,podcastsformoms 1 18 false Now What? What to Expect After Baby Arrives Now What? What to Expect After Baby Arrives We surveyed new moms about what they wish they'd known about post-pregnancy. We talk about all the haywire things your rockstar body may be doing, how your spouse may react to the newborn differently, and a ton of other issues common to motherhood.

]]> We surveyed new moms about what they wish they'd known about post-pregnancy. We talk about all the haywire things your rockstar body may be doing, how your spouse may react to the newborn differently, and a ton of other issues common to motherhood.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:45bc6798-ba21-4e30-ae18-463cda52ea0a Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3091 parenting,newbaby,newmom,christianparenting,momlife,momssupportingmoms,pregnancy,momstrong,thisismotherhood,motherhood,momcommunity 1 17 false #GirlMom: Mothers & Daughters #GirlMom: Mothers & Daughters In this episode we talk to two experienced girl moms who've each raised 3 daughters. We talk friendships, image issues, technology, and the importance of dads, and we were just getting started! There was so much to say we need a part 2! Join us as we chat with Lori Shea (a speech therapist) and Amy Sain (a children's minister) about raising daughters.

]]> In this episode we talk to two experienced girl moms who've each raised 3 daughters. We talk friendships, image issues, technology, and the importance of dads, and we were just getting started! There was so much to say we need a part 2! Join us as we chat with Lori Shea (a speech therapist) and Amy Sain (a children's minister) about raising daughters.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:198864e8-d64b-437c-9c13-ed11daf408a2 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4237 1 16 false Facing Infertility: One Woman's Story Facing Infertility: One Woman's Story It's a road full of highs and lows. 1 in 8 couples have difficulty conceiving a child. In this episode, our friend, Katie Frazier, leads us through her honest and personal experience with this issue. What can you say to a friend who's hoping with all her heart for that positive pregnancy test? What are some options for couples struggling with infertility? Join us and Katie as we talk through the process.

]]> It's a road full of highs and lows. 1 in 8 couples have difficulty conceiving a child. In this episode, our friend, Katie Frazier, leads us through her honest and personal experience with this issue. What can you say to a friend who's hoping with all her heart for that positive pregnancy test? What are some options for couples struggling with infertility? Join us and Katie as we talk through the process.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:7d3e4a26-8648-4ad0-be8d-00f86d9c3d94 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4426 infertility,pregnancy,parenting,adoption,christianparenting,faith 1 15 false 3-2-1 Launch! Navigating the Path to College 3-2-1 Launch! Navigating the Path to College The bittersweet junior/senior years of high school can be some of the busiest! Here's our take on how to navigate the road to college, which, admittedly, may not be for everyone. We've been to big state universities and smaller private ones. Join us for a chat about costs, loans, scholarships, high school classes, standardized tests, and college tours & what we hope is about to be the best time of your student's life.

]]> The bittersweet junior/senior years of high school can be some of the busiest! Here's our take on how to navigate the road to college, which, admittedly, may not be for everyone. We've been to big state universities and smaller private ones. Join us for a chat about costs, loans, scholarships, high school classes, standardized tests, and college tours & what we hope is about to be the best time of your student's life.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:5d7ecced-f169-49d5-a776-8517d6e91aa2 Mon, 05 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3470 parenting,christianparenting,senioryear,collegedecision,momofteens,pathtocollege,youngadult 1 14 false Parenting Teens: Making the Transition Parenting Teens: Making the Transition What makes a teenager act the way they do? How does your role as a parent change? We de-mystify the teenage brain and offer practical tips for how to help your teen navigate his/her way to young adulthood. There are some key transitions to make as mom/dad during this stage: don't miss them!

]]> What makes a teenager act the way they do? How does your role as a parent change? We de-mystify the teenage brain and offer practical tips for how to help your teen navigate his/her way to young adulthood. There are some key transitions to make as mom/dad during this stage: don't miss them!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:529173bd-603a-4629-92ed-2e68bb00ddba Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500 4062 1 13 false Q&A: Questions from Listeners Q&A: Questions from Listeners We address a handful of questions sent in by listeners. How do I build trust with my children? How do I handle repeated disobedience? How do I find time for myself when my spouse is gone a lot? How do I love my family without losing myself? How about living on a budget with small children. A potpourri of topics all in one episode.

]]> We address a handful of questions sent in by listeners. How do I build trust with my children? How do I handle repeated disobedience? How do I find time for myself when my spouse is gone a lot? How do I love my family without losing myself? How about living on a budget with small children. A potpourri of topics all in one episode.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:31cd0765-174d-4b1d-9a4b-849061ba7462 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500 3670 parenting,parentingtips,christianparenting,motherhood,discipline,selfcare,trust,parentingonabudget 1 12 false 10 Things Moms Need to Hear 10 Things Moms Need to Hear There's a whole list of things moms tend to be great at: second-guessing, guilt, regret, negative self-talk. Nobody has time or space for all that noise! In their list of 10 things moms need to hear, Renee and Bonnie offer encouragement and empowerment for moms in all stages of parenting. This might be one you need to listen to EVERY week! (or share with your spouse as a not-so-subtle hint). ;)

]]> There's a whole list of things moms tend to be great at: second-guessing, guilt, regret, negative self-talk. Nobody has time or space for all that noise! In their list of 10 things moms need to hear, Renee and Bonnie offer encouragement and empowerment for moms in all stages of parenting. This might be one you need to listen to EVERY week! (or share with your spouse as a not-so-subtle hint). ;)

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:bdf2b6aa-6f6c-4b91-ad9e-3b11d7150227 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500 2119 momlife,motherhood,encouragement,parenting,parentingtips,affirmation,selftalk,christianparenting,parentinglife,parentingtoddlers,parentingteens 1 10 false 10 Things Kids Need to See in Your Marriage 10 Things Kids Need to See in Your Marriage A good husband/wife relationship is the foundation for a child to feel that all is right with the world. Good or bad, your marriage is teaching your children what relationship looks like. Do you want them to expect affection and kind words from their future spouse? Bonus: modeling good stuff for your kids in this area benefits YOU as well! We give a quick rundown of 10 things to work on. Pick one or two to focus on this week!

]]> A good husband/wife relationship is the foundation for a child to feel that all is right with the world. Good or bad, your marriage is teaching your children what relationship looks like. Do you want them to expect affection and kind words from their future spouse? Bonus: modeling good stuff for your kids in this area benefits YOU as well! We give a quick rundown of 10 things to work on. Pick one or two to focus on this week!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:61903774-0a93-4995-9f14-fd1f00af391d Mon, 08 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2237 parenting,christianparenting,marriage,marriagetips,parentingtips,relationships,christianmarriage,howtolove,loveyourspouse,rolemodel,parentbyexample 1 9 false When the Worst Happens When the Worst Happens A few months into her second pregnancy, Jenna got the news that the daughter she was carrying had Trisomy-13, a diagnosis that was "incompatible with life." While she continued working and being a mom to her young son, Jenna and her husband Dalton faced a new future, one that would not include their daughter, Evelynn. This is her story of what those months before and after looked like, how her faith sustained her, and what life looks like now. Pregnancy loss can be a silent grief, but Jenna's story gives it a voice.

]]> A few months into her second pregnancy, Jenna got the news that the daughter she was carrying had Trisomy-13, a diagnosis that was "incompatible with life." While she continued working and being a mom to her young son, Jenna and her husband Dalton faced a new future, one that would not include their daughter, Evelynn. This is her story of what those months before and after looked like, how her faith sustained her, and what life looks like now. Pregnancy loss can be a silent grief, but Jenna's story gives it a voice.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:f1dc4191-fff5-46b5-bc27-e50731c4bf0d Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0600 4009 parenting,motherhood,childbirth,pregnancy loss,miscarriage,loss,grief,parenting through loss,pregnancy,stillbirth,christian parenting,grieving 1 8 false #BoyMom: the Sweet Tumble of Raising Boys #BoyMom: the Sweet Tumble of Raising Boys On this episode, Bonnie & Renee welcome special guests Sarah Perry and Trish Waldron, two moms on either end of raising trios of boys. We talk about what it's like to be the only female in a houseful of men, particular parenting challenges, and some of the sweetness and humor that only sons can bring to a home.

]]> On this episode, Bonnie & Renee welcome special guests Sarah Perry and Trish Waldron, two moms on either end of raising trios of boys. We talk about what it's like to be the only female in a houseful of men, particular parenting challenges, and some of the sweetness and humor that only sons can bring to a home.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:c5d509aa-6834-4c2b-8542-060d56e80331 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0600 3964 boys,parenting,raising sons,boymom,brothers,momofboys,family,parentingtips,christian parenting 1 8 false From the Bookshelf: Just Ask Your Mom Book Club From the Bookshelf: Just Ask Your Mom Book Club The plan was to grab a few favorites from our bookshelves. Renee heard "books for kids," but Bonnie thought "books for parents." So you get a bargain sampling of both! There are approximately 2,567 more titles we could have mentioned, but we've included some of our top picks here.

]]> The plan was to grab a few favorites from our bookshelves. Renee heard "books for kids," but Bonnie thought "books for parents." So you get a bargain sampling of both! There are approximately 2,567 more titles we could have mentioned, but we've included some of our top picks here.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ff27dd84-2d30-4856-946e-24ebe7d8998d Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2070 parenting,christian parenting,parenting resources,parenting tips,family 1 7 false School Daze: How Do I Decide on a School Option? School Daze: How Do I Decide on a School Option? If you're a parent, the day will eventually come when you'll have to decide where and how your child will attend school. Public? Private? Homeschool? Co-op? How do you weigh the options? Instead of throwing your hands up and asking Alexa, join us for a discussion of what to consider. Between the two of us, we've tried just about everything out there!

]]> If you're a parent, the day will eventually come when you'll have to decide where and how your child will attend school. Public? Private? Homeschool? Co-op? How do you weigh the options? Instead of throwing your hands up and asking Alexa, join us for a discussion of what to consider. Between the two of us, we've tried just about everything out there!

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:dbd1b4b2-4566-4c49-9d5b-403553a36cd3 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0600 2510 school,parenting,family,education,school choice,homeschool,private school,public school 1 6 false Talking to Kids About Race Talking to Kids About Race In the diverse landscape of America, how should parents address the subject of race with their kids? Is it better to wait for questions or have proactive conversations? In this episode, we have a frank discussion with special guests Ashley Golden and Abby Rosser where we explore how their experiences parenting black children differ from our own and ask what we can all do better.

]]> In the diverse landscape of America, how should parents address the subject of race with their kids? Is it better to wait for questions or have proactive conversations? In this episode, we have a frank discussion with special guests Ashley Golden and Abby Rosser where we explore how their experiences parenting black children differ from our own and ask what we can all do better.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:42ccf424-9e50-4d62-a58e-42fb2577e6ee Mon, 01 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0600 3140 parenting,race,racism,diversity,hard conversations,family 1 5 false Routines to the Rescue Routines to the Rescue Do the long stretches in your day with toddlers leave you at a loss? Are you often out of balance with over-scheduling or forgetting about dinner until 5 pm rolls around? Having a flexible rhythm to your days--and life--keeps everyone sane, makes kids feel secure, and leaves plenty of time for fun.

]]> Do the long stretches in your day with toddlers leave you at a loss? Are you often out of balance with over-scheduling or forgetting about dinner until 5 pm rolls around? Having a flexible rhythm to your days--and life--keeps everyone sane, makes kids feel secure, and leaves plenty of time for fun.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:52e0a0af-b44b-4d93-bf46-350a72c82d67 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0600 2312 balance,daily rhythms,scheduling your day,creating order,parenting,intentionality 1 4 false Traveling with Kids Traveling with Kids Is traveling with children worth the extra baggage and expense? Renee & Bonnie discuss the ups and downs of family travel. Exploring with your kids offers lots of benefits, no matter what your kids' ages.

]]> Is traveling with children worth the extra baggage and expense? Renee & Bonnie discuss the ups and downs of family travel. Exploring with your kids offers lots of benefits, no matter what your kids' ages.

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:b6c88425-3ab5-4119-b361-1f2767dbdf4b Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0600 2134 parenting,travel,children,road trip,family vacation 1 3 false Paths to Motherhood: Adoption Paths to Motherhood: Adoption There's more than one path to motherhood. This episode features two moms who've adopted children from overseas and through the U.S. foster care system. We look at adoption through the eyes of families who have experienced the ups and downs. What's it like to adopt a child?

]]> There's more than one path to motherhood. This episode features two moms who've adopted children from overseas and through the U.S. foster care system. We look at adoption through the eyes of families who have experienced the ups and downs. What's it like to adopt a child?

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:0940c246-b09e-49dc-bb29-0b940338e0df Mon, 11 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0600 2672 adoption,parenting,motherhood,international adoption,foster care adoption 1 2 false When Everything's Not Okay When Everything's Not Okay Mama said there'd be days like these. Anyone wrangling little people (and big ones, too!) knows every day's not sunshine and lollipops, despite what the shiny happy people on instagram say. In this episode, we get real about when everything feels like it's falling apart.

Find our website and other accounts at the link below:

https://linktr.ee/justaskyourmom

]]> Mama said there'd be days like these. Anyone wrangling little people (and big ones, too!) knows every day's not sunshine and lollipops, despite what the shiny happy people on instagram say. In this episode, we get real about when everything feels like it's falling apart.

Find our website and other accounts at the link below:

https://linktr.ee/justaskyourmom

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:878d5f52-6b75-4c70-b7f9-480b42b889e2 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0600 1387 parenting,family 1 1 false Just Ask Your Mom Intro: Who We Are Just Ask Your Mom Intro: Who We Are Welcome to Just Ask Your Mom! Meet the hosts, Renee Sproles and Bonnie Blaylock, as they tell a bit about who they are and their purpose and focus for this podcast.

Find our website and other accounts at the link below:

https://linktr.ee/justaskyourmom

]]> Welcome to Just Ask Your Mom! Meet the hosts, Renee Sproles and Bonnie Blaylock, as they tell a bit about who they are and their purpose and focus for this podcast.

Find our website and other accounts at the link below:

https://linktr.ee/justaskyourmom

]]> Just Ask Your Mom podserve:ba9dd9d9-487d-43af-b053-cbfb025e481d Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0600 579 parenting,family,introduction 1 false