The Parenting Podcast

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More Than a Lesson Plan: Parenting While Homeschooling (Encore) | Ep. 174 Jul 24, 2025

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This encore episode takes you inside the everyday world of homeschooling and parenting. From navigating sibling tension and academic pressures to embracing individuality and battling comparison, we explore what it means to raise kids while doing school under your roof—and why it matters for all parents, no matter your educational path.

Real Parenting in a Private School World (Encore) | Ep. 173 Jul 17, 2025

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This encore episode explores parenting in a private school setting—but the conversation reaches beyond. From friendships to expectations, it’s about staying grounded in what matters most, wherever your kids go to school.

Encore Episode: Parenting in Public School – Letting Go, Leaning In | Ep. 172 Jul 10, 2025

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Letting go isn’t easy—but in public school parenting, it often starts early. In this encore episode, we explore how one mom navigated the balance of trust and involvement, connection and independence, while raising her kids through the public school system. Whether your child is just starting out or you're deep into school years, this conversation offers real-life encouragement for staying present, intentional, and anchored in love.

Epi 171 Training: The Overlooked Superpower of Parenting Jul 03, 2025

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Training your kids isn’t about control—it’s about building confidence. Whether they’re four or fourteen, this episode explores how to break down life skills in doable ways that strengthen your child’s character and your bond at the same time.

Holding the Line Without Holding Them Back | Ep. 170 Jun 26, 2025

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What does it look like to give your kids space to grow—without giving up your role as a parent? In this episode, we talk about holding steady in the push and pull: letting kids be their own person while still leading with clarity, connection, and calm.

Parenting on a Full Plate: Small Shifts, Lasting Impact | Ep. 169 Jun 19, 2025

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

Screens, Culture, and the Quiet Revolution at Home | Ep. 168 Jun 12, 2025

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

Resources Mentioned:

– The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch

– The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin

– The Anxious Generation by Dr. Jonathan Haidt

– How to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims

The Follow-Up: Family Life in the Age of Devices | Ep. 167 Jun 05, 2025

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We’ve heard the warnings about screens and devices —but what does real change look like in everyday family life in this digital culture? In this follow-up conversation, Cheryl and Christie unpack what’s still echoing in their minds, and what small steps are actually working for families.

Resources Mentioned:

– The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch

– The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin

– The Anxious Generation by Dr. Jonathan Haidt

– How to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims

Parenting in a Digital World pt. 3 | Ep. 166 May 29, 2025

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Raising kids in a digital world doesn’t come with a manual—but it does come with community. In this final conversation with Crystal Coon, we talk about what’s working, what’s shifting, and how small decisions are shaping a bigger story.

Resources Mentioned:

– The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch

– The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin

– The Anxious Generation by Dr. Jonathan Haidt

– How to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims

Parenting in a Digital World pt. 2 | Ep. 165 May 22, 2025

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

• Resources Mentioned:

– The Tech-Wise Family and The Life We're Looking For by Andy Crouch

– The Screen Time Solution by Emily Cherkin

– The Anxious Generation by Dr. Jonathan Haidt

– How to Raise an Adult by Julie Lythcott-Haims

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