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Start Parenting the Outcome, Not the Outburst (Boundaries 3) | Ep. 184 Oct 02, 2025

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We’re talking about the kind of boundaries that make home more connected: clear lines, calm voices, and letting outcomes do the teaching. From toddlers to teens—and for us as parents, too—if you’ve felt stuck between rescuing and resentment, this conversation offers a gentler way forward without losing closeness

From Toddlers to Teens: How Boundaries Shape Families | Ep. 183 Sep 25, 2025

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Boundaries aren’t about control—they’re about care. In this episode of The Parenting Podcast, Cheryl and Christie share their real-life struggles and growth with boundaries, exploring what it looks like to practice them with kids of all ages. From toddlers learning to treat toys with value, to teens learning responsibility and respect, boundaries help families show value, protect relationships, and cultivate freedom.

The Parenting Tool You Can’t Ignore: Boundaries | Ep. 182 Sep 18, 2025

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We’re kicking off a new series on Boundaries with Kids. In this opening episode, Cheryl and Christie explore what boundaries really are, why they bring freedom instead of restriction, and how “This is me, this is not me” can transform family life.

Parenting on Empty; More Than Just Tired | Ep. 181 Sep 11, 2025

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Summary You love your kids—but you’re running on fumes. In this episode, we explore the quiet, cumulative exhaustion that parents often carry—and what to do when trying harder isn’t helping.

Apologies, Blue Crayons, and Building Bridges | Epi 180 Sep 04, 2025

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What does forgiveness really look like in family life? This episode explores the everyday moments—from toddler squabbles to teenage standoffs—where repair matters more than being right. If you’ve ever wondered how to teach it, model it, or live it out yourself, this one’s for you.

Stop Rescuing; Start Releasing | Ep. 179 Aug 28, 2025

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The urge to rescue is strong—but the real growth comes when our kids carry the weight of their own choices. In this episode, we get real about what that looks like in everyday parenting—the tension, the mess, and the surprising freedom it brings.

Launching, Not Raising: The Shift That Changes Parenting | Ep. 178 Aug 21, 2025

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What if the real goal of parenting isn’t raising children, but launching adults? On this episode, we explore the mindset shift of giving freedom and responsibility along the way—so your kids step into adulthood more prepared, connected, and confident.

Epi 177 More Than Words: Growing Readers for Life Aug 14, 2025

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The best reading lessons don’t always come from a book. Sometimes they happen in the car, around the dinner table, or when you’re laughing over a silly rhyme. In this episode, we’ll explore how everyday moments can spark curiosity, confidence, and a love for reading that lasts a lifetime.

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Not Just Letters: The Real Power of Reading | Ep. 176 Aug 07, 2025

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Reading isn’t just about phonics and fluency—it’s about imagination, identity, and how our kids connect with the world. In this episode, we talk with a seasoned educator about how reading shapes more than academics and why understanding your child’s unique journey as a learner matters more than ever.

School Choice: What Matters More than the Method | Epi 175 Jul 31, 2025

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No matter where your kids go to school, the heart of parenting is the same. In this final episode of our series, we reflect on what unites us as parents—why it’s time to link arms, not draw lines—and how our shared love, values, and intentionality matter more than the location.

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