Imperfect Parenting

Navigating Emotions in Parenting: From Chaos to Connection Sep 02, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and special guest Seth Dahl! 🎙️

In this episode, Ben, Brittney, and Seth dive deep into the role of emotional intelligence in parenting. They explore how understanding and processing emotions can create a healthier family dynamic, rather than just reacting to everyday chaos. From toddlers throwing bananas to deeper issues like preventing future emotional turmoil, they share practical tips for parents to complete past emotions, process present feelings, and renew their minds for a more emotionally whole family. Tune in for insights that will help you foster genuine connection with your kids and create a peaceful, loving atmosphere at home.

We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent! Send us your questions on Instagram at @brittneyserpell.

Why Connection Matters More Than Obedience in Parenting Aug 26, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell and Brittney Serpell! 🎙️
In this episode, Ben and Brittney discuss the power of choosing connection over obedience in parenting. They explore how focusing on love and relationship can create a strong bond with your children that lasts a lifetime. They also share insights on setting healthy boundaries with technology, balancing the use of devices, and the importance of being present. Tune in to learn why building a deep connection with your kids is more impactful than simply enforcing rules.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent! Send us your questions on Instagram at @brittneyserpell.

How to Lead our Kids from Vision Vs Fear Aug 19, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode, Ben and Brittney talk about how to lead our kids from a place of vision instead of from a place of fear.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent! Send us your questions on Instagram at @brittneyserpell.

Encouraging Our Kids To Do Hard Things Aug 12, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️

In this episode, Ben and Brittney talk about how we can encourage our kids to do hard things!
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent! Send us your questions on Instagram at @brittneyserpell.

Perfect Love Casts Out Fear: A Guide for Imperfect Parents Aug 05, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️

In this episode, Ben, Brittney, and Seth talk about the struggle between parenting with love versus fear. Discover why fear often shows up because we love our kids so much and how it can lead to control and anxiety.

Join us for personal stories and insights on setting boundaries with love, protecting your connection with your children, and the transformative power of trusting God’s perfect love.

We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent! Send us your questions on Instagram at @brittneyserpell.

Manipulation Vs. Honor: Building Lasting Values Across Generations Aug 04, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney share about an important topic that has been on their hearts- "Honor" has been misinterpreted.... so what does "honor" actually mean?
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

The Most Asked Parenting Questions Jul 21, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney answer your most asked parenting questions!
We teach our children to be obedient but also want them to be independent. How do we find the right balance?
How can parents help their children see their self-worth as how God created them to be?
How do we restore disconnection with adult kids?
And more...
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

How to Gain Control When Life Feels Overwhelming Jul 15, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about how to gain self-control as a parent when we are feeling out of control.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

When to NOT Take Away the Pain & How to Not be the Fix-it Parent Jul 08, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about how to not become the fix-it parent and when to let your children feel the consequences of their decisions.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Families: How to Navigate Devices in Your Home Jul 01, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
This week Ben, Brittney, and Seth talk about how to navigate devices in your home. Kids are not the only ones that are being affected by screens... so how can we, as parents, lead by example? Find out on this episode!
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

How to Stop Controlling Your Kids and Empower Their Decision-Making Jun 24, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about how to stop controlling your kids and set them up for success in making their own decisions.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

6 Essential Tips for a Thriving Family Jun 16, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the most important things to focus on to build a strong family!
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Parenting Together: A Divided House Vs. A Unified House Jun 10, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about what to do when parents have different ideas on how to parent and how we can move towards a unified vision in our home.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Raising Powerful Children Jun 03, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben, Brittney, and Seth talk about the importance of giving choices in order to raise powerful children!
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Guiding Our Kids Through Confrontation May 27, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the how to guide our kids through confrontation.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

The Difference between Discipline and Punishment May 19, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the difference between discipline and punishment.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

How to Let Go of Perfectionism May 13, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about how to let go of unrealistic parenting goals.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Handling Big Feelings & Building Resilient Kids May 06, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben, Brittney, and Seth talk about teaching our kids how to manage big emotions vs. being explosive and out of control
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

What To Do When Your Kid Makes A Mess Apr 29, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about how to ask your kids the question, "what's the problem?" and lead them on a path to self discovery to cleaning up a mess.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

5 Things You Should Know Before….AND After Having Kids Apr 22, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the 5 things that every couple should know before having kids.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

How The Health of Your Marriage Affects Your Children Apr 15, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the importance of building a healthy marriage because our children are watching.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

From Rageaholic Parent to an Engaged Parent Apr 08, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
In this episode Ben and Brittney talk about the different parenting styles-- Authoritarian, Passive, Permissive and Engaged.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!
Send us in a question on instagram at @brittneyserpell

Parenting with The Holy Spirit Apr 01, 2024

🎙️ Welcome to the Imperfect Parenting Podcast with Ben Serpell, Brittney Serpell, and Seth Dahl! 🎙️
We are kicking off a brand new season! In this episode, we dive into how to parent with the Holy Spirit.
We are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent!

How to Find Covenant Community as Parents Mar 25, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth Dahl, Brittney and Ben Serpell talk about covenant friendships and how to find community as parents.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Navigating Single Parenting, Divorce & Blended Families Mar 18, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth Dahl, Brittney and Ben Serpell talk about receiving feedback from our children and why it is so important in our family culture. Do they feel safe enough to share how they are experiencing you?
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Can Your Children Give You Feedback? Mar 11, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth Dahl, Brittney and Ben Serpell talk about receiving feedback from our children and why it is so important in our family culture. Do they feel safe enough to share how they are experiencing you?
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Spirit Led Kids Mar 04, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth Dahl, Brittney and Ben Serpell talk about raising spirit led kids.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Comparison Kills Feb 26, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about comparison. Comparing ourselves to other parents, as well as comparing our kids.

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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Limiting Our Children Feb 19, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about limiting our children by not inviting in community to speak into their lives.

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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Do You Know Your Spiritual Gifts? Feb 12, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about spiritual gifts. Parents, are you leading and facilitating this culture or is it just on Sunday morning?

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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

A Parent's Role in Raising Girls Feb 04, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth Dahl, Brittney and Ben Serpell talk about the role of each parent is raising girls.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Resilient Boys Jan 29, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about how important it is to teach your sons resilience. In our world full of video games we need to encourage our boys to do hard things!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Parenting with Community Jan 22, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about inviting in community as a resource to pour into our children's lives.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Teaching Men to Connect to Their Heart Jan 15, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about teaching men to connect to their heart and communicate what they are feeling.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Your Children are Watching... Jan 08, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about leading our sons into becoming healthy men. Our children are watching us... what are you putting on display?
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And check out @brittneylovingonpurpose instagram to see the meme this week!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Young Men Jan 01, 2024

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney, Ben and Seth talk about how to raise young men.
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And check out @brittneylovingonpurpose instagram to see the meme this week!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

A Prayer for Families all Over the World Dec 25, 2023

This is a special episode of Imperfect parenting. Ben and Brittney share their favorite family holiday stories and pray over all families listening for breakthrough and connection. You won't want to miss it!

How to Communicate Needs Dec 18, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about NEEDS. How do we communicate our needs? How can we make space for our children's needs? Listen this week to hear all about it!
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And check out @dannylovingonpurpose or @brittneylovingonpurpose instagram to see the meme this week!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Communicate and Lead in Self-Control Dec 11, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben go back to the basics of how to manage yourself well. They talk about how to respond instead of react, communicate respectfully, and lead in self-control.
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And check out @dannylovingonpurpose or @brittneylovingonpurpose instagram to see the meme this week!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Top Parenting Triggers and Practical Solutions Dec 04, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney, Ben, and Seth talk about what to do when our kids push our Big Red Button. How do we control ourselves when our kids are disrespectful, lie, fight with each other, etc... Listen to this episode to find out!
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And check out @dannylovingonpurpose or @brittneylovingonpurpose instagram to find the video of Ady and Lincoln!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Entrepreneurs- with Eric Knopf Nov 27, 2023

This week on the Imperfect Parenting Podcast, we have a very special Guest, Eric Knopf! Eric is a friend, co-founder of a thriving tech company, husband, and father of 2 kids. He talks with us today about how to inspire our kids to dream big and raise a generation of entrepreneurs. This is one you don't wan to miss!
Check out his book, "Raising Entrepreneurs," here: https://a.co/d/7fOf3mf

Helping Your Kids Navigate Problems Nov 20, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about how to help our kids navigate problems they are facing.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Stop Thinking For Your Kids Nov 13, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about how to protect our kids curiosity.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Critical Thinkers Nov 06, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney, Ben, and Seth talk about how to raise our children to be critical thinkers by teaching them HOW to think instead of WHAT to think.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Boundaries, Fighting, and Managing Yourself: Best Moments from the Podcast Oct 30, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, we put together a full episode of our best moments on the show!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Clarifying Your Calling Oct 23, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about how to find clarity for the mission and vision of you family.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Preparing Our Kids For Adulthood Oct 16, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about what it looks like to prepare our kids to be an adult.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

What Are You Modeling To Your Children? Oct 09, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about developing core values as a family and modeling God in your home.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Choice to Conform or Fight Oct 02, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben, Brittney, and Seth talk about the choice to conform or fight as a family.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Expression of Your Family Sep 25, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about the expression of your family.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Raising Our Kids With Vision Sep 18, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about raising our kids with vision. They break down the importance of sharing with our kids about covenant in order to understand what they are protecting and saving themselves for within marriage.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Difference Between God's Version and Perversion Sep 11, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Ben and Brittney talk about the difference between God's version and perversion.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Head, Heart, and Parts Sep 04, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth is back for the first of the month! We talk about Head, Hearts, and Parts and it is a conversation you don't want to miss!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Having The Tough Conversations With Our Kids: Featuring Delani and Adalyn Serpell Aug 28, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Delani and Adalyn, Ben and Brittney's daughters, join the show! This is one you won't want to miss!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to NOT Shame Our Kids Aug 21, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about how to not shame our children around the topic of sex and how to lean into the hard conversations.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Respond instead of React Aug 14, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben talk about how to respond instead of react when your child makes a mess.
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Powerful Conversations With Our Kids About Sex Aug 07, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Seth joins us to talk about what it looks like to have powerful conversations with our kids around sex and the covenant of marriage.

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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Spanking, Balancing Parenting and Work, Choosing Connection over Control and MORE Jul 31, 2023

This week on Imperfect Parenting, Brittney and Ben answer your parenting questions!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Fight For Family Jul 24, 2023

This week we talk about Nehemiah 4:14 and what it means to fight for family!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Complete Imperfect Parenting Conference Summary Jul 17, 2023

If you missed the Imperfect Parenting Conference you are going to want to listen to this episode! This week, Ben and Brittney share their favorite highlights from the speakers at the Imperfect Parenting Conference
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Answering YOUR Parenting Questions: LIVE from the Imperfect Parenting Conference Jul 10, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben, Brittney, and Seth are coming to you from the Imperfect Parenting Conference to answer your parenting questions!

God's Heart for Family: LIVE from the Imperfect Parenting Conference Jul 03, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben, Brittney, and Seth are coming to you from the Imperfect Parenting Conference talking about God's heart for family!

The Biggest Influencer in Your Child's Life Jun 26, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about how to become an influencer for your child; which means being a safe place your kids can turn to no matter what.

Teaching Our Kids to Think for Themselves Jun 19, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about teaching our kids to think for themselves and the importance of asking good questions.

Parenting with The Holy Spirit Jun 12, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about inviting the Holy Spirit to help you love and connect with your children.

Discipling Your Children Jun 05, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about inviting the Holy Spirit to help you love and connect with your children.

Setting Boundaries With Technology May 30, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about heading into summer and setting boundaries around Technology.

What To Do When Your Kids are Fighting May 22, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell talk about what to do when your kids are fighting.

How To Stop Taking Responsibility for Your Kid's Poor Choice May 15, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell share how to stop taking responsibility for your kid's poor choice!

How to Set Boundaries With an Out Of Control Child May 08, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Ben & Brittney Serpell share their own personal stories and tools on how to set boundaries with children.

Boundaries and Gentle Parenting May 01, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week, Seth Dahl and Ben & Brittney Serpell break down boundaries and Gentle Parenting.

The War on Connection Apr 24, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week Ben and Brittney Serpell talk about the war on connection in homes.

Creating Family Culture on Purpose Apr 17, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week Ben and Brittney talk about creating culture on purpose!

The Story of Us Apr 10, 2023

Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.
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This week Ben and Brittney share their story of getting married and starting a family.

Calling all Imperfect Parents! Apr 03, 2023

If you are an imperfect parent, listen to Ben, Seth and I talk all things parenting!
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Imperfect Parenting is a show about choosing connection over perfection. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell, Ben Serpell, and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Transformational Parenting Tools Mar 08, 2023

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth talk about the most transformational parenting tools that have created a connected culture in their home.
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Answering Listener Questions: Marriage with young kids, not going to church, choices, and more! Jan 06, 2023

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth answer listener questions!
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Anger is Fake Power Dec 05, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth talk about feeling anger, frustration, and pain in parenting.
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

What to do when fear comes in Nov 07, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth talk about what to do when fear comes in.
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Answering Listener Questions: Fear, Connection, Responsibility and more! Oct 03, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth answer listener questions: Fear, Connection, Responsibility and more!
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Role of Fathers and Mothers Sep 06, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth talk about the role of fathers and mothers.
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

All Things Siblings Aug 01, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth discuss all things siblings and how to prioritize connection.
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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Slow is Fast with Kids Jul 05, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth discuss the "hurry and rush" lifestyle that comes with parenting and how to slow down and feel successful.

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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

SPANKING, Teaching Holy Spirit to Kids, and Consequences That Work: ASK ME ANYTHING Jun 06, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth answer the MOST asked listener questions.

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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Parent/Child Power Struggles (And What to Do) May 02, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth talk through the Top 3 power struggles every parent experiences with their children and how to be successful in each situation.

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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with you kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Sth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Sex & Purity Apr 04, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth discuss sexual purity and how to navigate the difficult and needed conversations about sex with your kids.

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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with you kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Sth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Head, Heart, and Parts: Talking Sex with Kids Mar 07, 2022

In this week's episode Brittney and Seth discuss the sexually charged environment your kids are growing up in and how to set the standard for a healthy, biblical view of sex.

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Coffee, Kids, and Crazy is a show about creating heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Should I Talk to My Kids About the Spirit Realm? Feb 07, 2022

When do you start talking about the Holy Spirit with your kids? At what point do you talk about the fact that there are demonic spirits? We often don’t have these conversations with our kids because we don’t know how- or we think that we’re protecting them.

When our only goal is protecting our kids- it causes them to be more vulnerable when they venture out on their own.If you’re not sure how to talk about the spirit realm with your kids- today’s podcast is for you.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How Much Is Too Much Technology? Jan 04, 2022

Technology is everywhere and it has changed everything- parenting included. Whether it’s good or bad is in the hands of the user. So how do you make sure your kids are using it responsibly?

To win with kids and technology- you need a plan. In today’s episode you’ll learn how to successfully parent kids in the age of instant information and social media.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Danny & Sheri Silk Answer Listener Questions (Part 2) Dec 06, 2021

Danny and Sheri Silk are back on the podcast today! Brittney and Seth invite Danny and Sheri to answer listener questions- and it’s gold.

Get ready as they tackle topics like surviving zoom calls; parenting adults, the importance of connection, and more! Just listening to today’s episode will raise your parenting IQ.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Danny & Sheri Silk Answer Listener Questions (Part 1) Nov 01, 2021

Danny and Sheri Silk are on the podcast today! Brittney and Seth invite Danny and Sheri to answer listener questions- and it’s gold!

Buckle up as they tackle topics like; single parenting, finding time for family, masculinity, and more. Just listening to today’s episode will raise your parenting IQ.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Women Are Born. Men Are Formed. Oct 04, 2021

Women are born. Men are formed. There is a difference between raising boys and girls. Each gender will have different needs. It’s crucial that you understand what those needs are and how to meet them.

If you want to raise your kids to be strong fathers and mothers - it’ll happen because you chose to strengthen yourself as a father or mother today.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Is Your Home Fueled by Fear or Love? Sep 06, 2021

Is your home fueled by fear or love? You can’t have both- it’s either one or the other. If fear is your primary tool for getting kids to behave- it’s probably because it’s the only tool you’ve been given. The reality is that fear is a lousy parenting tool.

You can either create an environment of fear in your home or an environment of love. You have the power to choose. In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to choose love every time.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Should My Kids Be Dating? Aug 02, 2021

At some point, your kids may start noticing the opposite sex and will inevitably ask you about dating. This usually triggers a lot of questions for parents… What does dating even mean to my kids? What are they trying to do with this other person- What are they NOT trying to do? The thought of your kids dating may be a bit overwhelming but it’s something you need to be prepared for.

In today’s episode, Brittney and Seth are going to put those worries to rest and teach you what successful dating looks like for your kids.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids Jul 05, 2021

Children are constantly pressing buttons and testing boundaries. So how do you react when your buttons get pressed and your boundaries get pushed? If you’re like most parents- it looks like yelling, threats, and complete frustration. It’s difficult to parent well when our kids take us to our breaking points.

In today’s episode, you’ll get a plan for giving consequences that motivate behavior change in your kids- AND help you keep your cool in high-stress situations. Because a parent with a plan is a powerful parent.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How Well Do You Know Yourself? Jun 07, 2021

There is a positive correlation between self-awareness and good parenting. When your self-awareness is high- your parenting is better. When your self-awareness is low- your parenting will suffer.

Self-awareness is knowing yourself and your needs- which can be a struggle to figure out... On top of that- as parents, we also have to be aware of our children and spouses. Yikes! Learning all of these different love languages, personalities and needs can be overwhelming.

But there is hope! Today you’re going to learn how to be successful with knowing and connecting with your child, your spouse, and yourself in a more intimate way. Because being a self-aware parent is being a powerful parent.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Co-Parent With the Holy Spirit May 03, 2021

Are you parenting with the Holy Spirit? If you’re struggling with that question the answer is that you’re probably not, or at least not very well. Raising children often feels like something we have to do on our own. When you parent without the help of the Holy Spirit you will find yourself feeling lonely, inadequate, and overwhelmed.
What if you had an ever-present helper in time of need? Someone who was readily available with all the answers and knows your child perfectly. Sounds awesome, right? Well- it’s available to you!
Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Train Kids to Be Responsible With Money Apr 05, 2021

You need a plan for teaching your children how to handle money. If you don’t teach your children good money habits now, you set them up to be irresponsible with it later.

You can raise financially responsible children. When your kids know the value of working hard, saving, and being generous; they see money as something to bless instead of something to take.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart-to-heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Why You Should Stop Helping Your Kids Mar 01, 2021

It’s okay to help your kids but can you take it too far? The answer is- yes. If you never empower your kids to solve their own problems, they can become dependent on you to solve ALL of their problems.

This cripples your kids ability to become a powerful person and puts you in a place that only God was meant to occupy. You don’t have to “fix” everything for your kids. You CAN raise powerful sons and daughters.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

The Difference Between Discipline & Punishment Feb 01, 2021

What’s the difference between punishment and discipline? When we introduce fear and punishment into our relationship with our children it pushes out love. When we push out love, we push God out because God is love.

You don’t have to use fear to try and control you kids. You also don’t have to live in a lawless home without discipline or boundaries. It’s possible to have kids who manage themselves and their relationships in a healthy, responsible way.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex (Part 2) Jan 04, 2021

Talking to kids about sex is scary… talking to teenagers about sex is another level! Talking with your kids about sex early and often is best, but what if you missed that window? You should still talk with you teenager about sex but it can be difficult. You may not know what to say, how to say it or if they’ll even listen.

Sex is a wonderful gift from God and it should be something that is safe and sacred, not scary or shameful. Beautiful and fruitful conversations about sex with your teenager are possible. So take hope.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex (Part 1) Dec 07, 2020

Our culture is highly sexualized. Your kids are being subjected to thoughts, images and conversations about sex. Most kids never have healthy, safe conversations about sex and it’s a tragedy. You might have even been one of those kids. But now you have kids of your own and you want them to have a different experience than you did. You can either be leading the conversation or trying to overcome the wrong that’s already been done.

Sex is a wonderful gift from God and it should be something that is safe and sacred, not scary or shameful. You can have beautiful and fruitful conversations about sex with your kids.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

What Do You Do If Your Kids Are Out of Control? Nov 23, 2020

What do you do when your kids are out of control? Maybe you’ve tried everything and nothing seems to work. Maybe you don’t even know where to start. But you do know- you have to do something or this cycle of behavior will continue.

Teaching kids how to change poor behavior often feels impossible… but it’s not.

With the right tools, you can teach your kids how to be powerful and responsible. You’ll see their heart and behavior begin to change for the better. And you’ll have a more peaceful, loving home.

Welcome to the Coffee, Kids, and Crazy Podcast, a show about creating a heart to heart connection with your kids. Your podcast hosts, Brittney Serpell and Seth Dahl, are here to answer your biggest parenting questions so that you can become a powerful parent.

Enneagram chats and Kids that hit other kids Oct 01, 2019

Derek and Brittney talk about the real life of the Enneagram 1 and 4 in their life, how to connect and love those differences. Also listen as they talk through a situation with a young boy hitting at school and tips on what questions to ask.

It's that time again, school is back in action! Aug 15, 2019

Brittney and Dereck talk about the ups and downs that can happen in parenting. From the high moments to the low points. Challenging you to press into the Father and find His truth when it comes to the role you have a parent.

School ends & Summer begins, Siblings Fighting now what? Jun 18, 2019

Welcome to summer! It's that time of year where BBQ's, pool parties and kids are home ALL DAY LONG! Derek and Brittney talk about what to do with those siblings that are fighting and how to help shape a culture that you are proud of. Do more than just survive the summer, use this time to help shape your family culture!

Bedtime Battle May 06, 2019

On this months podcast, Derek and Brittney talk about the real-life struggles of getting your child to bed. From the classic "I just want one more kiss!" to the "But I'm not tired."Listen as Brittney and Derek help unpack a bedtime breakdown and help you win so bedtime very feels like a battle anymore!

Hosting the Holy Spirit in your home with Amy Gagnon Apr 04, 2019

Derek and Brittney invite Amy Gagnon to share her experience in hosting the Holy Spirit at home. Amy has been married for over 15 years, has 4 beautiful daughters and has been involved in Children's ministry for over 10 years. Amy has a massive value for seeing children develop their own relationship with God while encouraging parents to lead in hosting the Holy Spirit at home.

Can Dad's Parent too??? Mar 06, 2019

On this podcast Derek and Brittney talk about the role a father has in the family, and the places of frustration and even pain that can happen without meaning too. Brittney shares her own journey of championing Ben into his true role as a father in their home. While confronting her own beliefs and need for control in the Serpell home. Derek talks about his discovery of owning something he was overlooking as being the Father in their home.

Self care and Youth Group Feb 06, 2019

Derek and Brittney talk about the importance of self care as a parent and their personal journey to make taking good care of themselves a priority. They also welcome Ben Serpell, Brittney's husband who has been working with youth in ministry and through other organizations for over the past 15 years. They tackle a question that came in on what to do with a teen and youth group!

Adult Time & Choices Jan 03, 2019

The New Year is here and that means a fresh start, what better way then to start the pursuit of your spouse like never before! Find the time and make the time to invest in each other, because the truth is much of your parenting flows from the health of your marriage.
As hard as it may be to believe choices communicate a large value for freedom and empowerment. When we offer choice to our children the experience feeling control and if we're honest with ourselves that is EVERYONES deepest need. Hope you enjoy this months podcast topic, praying you all had a wonderful Holiday Season!!

Jesus and Toddlers Dec 03, 2018

It's that time of year again where Christmas is all around us! Join Derek and Brittney as they jump into the fun Holiday traditions, answer your questions and talk about what do you do with Santa!?

The Silk's and Adult kids Nov 01, 2018

Join Derek and Brittney as they interview Danny and Sheri Silk and talk about adult children.

Back to school and screen time Oct 01, 2018

Derek and Brittney talk about the back to school life, leaving the summer behind and talking through a parent question about screen time.

The heart of coffee, kids, and crazy Sep 28, 2018

Having a family is one of the hardest jobs we will ever have, it’s also the most rewarding. Life is full of so many wonderful gifts few areas match to the power of a connected family. Our goal is to help you bring connection to the core of your home. As we talk about the hard truths of being a present parent, a loving spouse and placing value on taking good care of yourself. On our podcast, we hope to fill your day with laughter, resources and encourage you to always choose connection over the chaos.

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