Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs

Latest Episodes:

386: Reclaiming Your Kids From Screen Overload with Arlene Pellicane Oct 10, 2023

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There’s no getting away from technology use these days, but parents need to recognize screens for the double-edged sword that they are. In this conversation with author of Screen Kids, Arlene Pellicane, we discuss the threat technology poses to our kids’ development, strategies for developing tech boundaries in our homes, and action steps parents can take to reclaim their family time from screens.

Mentioned in this episode:

- Screen Kids by Arlene Pellicane and Grandparenting Screen Kids by Gary Chapman

- Parents Rising conference San Diego, March 2, 2024

- The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer

- Hamlet’s Blackberry by William Powers

385: Maintaining Consistency in Disciplining Your Toddler Oct 03, 2023

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Whether you’re at home or in public, consistency is KEY when it comes to disciplining your toddler! Today Karen answers questions about setting expectations, addressing undesirable behaviors, and enforcing consequences with your little one. This conversation will leave you motivated and encouraged to maintain a firm but loving approach the next time your toddler pushes a boundary!

384: The Worry-Free Parent: Insights on Anxiety from Sissy Goff Sep 26, 2023

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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Sissy Goff, author of "The Worry-Free Parent," to discuss anxiety's impact on parents and children. We explore how anxiety can be contagious, affecting brain chemistry and parenting strategies. Sissy explains the difference between fear, worry, and chronic anxiety and shares practical strategies to tackle our own anxiety as moms. Tune in to learn how to break the anxiety cycle in your family.

Mentioned on this episode:

- Last week's conversation - Understanding and Supporting Your Anxious Middle Schooler

- The Worry-Free Parent by Sissy Goff and The Worry-Free Parent workbook

383: Understanding and Supporting Your Anxious Middle Schooler Sep 19, 2023

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Today Karen and Emily welcome school counselor, Sarah Coats, to discuss anxiety in middle schoolers. Sarah opens a window into what she sees in her office and in the halls of middle school right now. We'll learn how to discern everyday worries from anxiety, and Sarah offers practical tips for moms who wants to support an anxious student without enabling anxious behavior.

382: Balancing the Needs of Different Personalities Sep 12, 2023

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Today we are talking about how to address the needs of very different kids growing up under one roof. We cover personalities, educating your kids about their differences, and something most moms struggle with - bickering!

Mentioned on today's episode:

- WT 283 - Understand the Personality Colors

- Colors Quiz

- Personality Strengths and Weaknesses Chart

- More Personality Resources from BOAW Moms

381: Tween Girls Sep 05, 2023

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Today we are fielding questions from the moms of Tween Girls. This is a tricky stage for sure, but also a sweet one. In this episode we’re covering modesty, social media, mean girls and more.

Mentioned on this episode:

- Register for Mom Core Online today

- Watch this episode on YouTube

- Colossians 3:14-17

- Arlene’s book Screen Kids

- WT116: Technology and Your Kids

- Stock up on Karen’s Lunchbox Notes for the school year! (Available in Kids, Teen Boy, and Teen Girl options)

380: 6 Keys to Thriving in Motherhood Aug 29, 2023

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Today we are talking about 6 key areas that are fundamental to thriving in motherhood. Just like in college, when you had to get your “core” classes out of the way before you could move on to more advanced subjects, these fundamentals make up the “core” information you need to have a solid grasp on as a mom.

From over a decade of talking to moms and refining my wisdom on these subjects, Birds on a Wire Moms created the Mom Core curriculum. This curriculum has been available as a group study for years, but now it’s an online course that any mom, anywhere, can go through at her own pace!

Mentioned on this episode:

- Register for Mom Core Online today

- Take our temperament colors quiz - boaw.mom/quiz

- Watch this episode on YouTube

- Stock up on Karen’s Lunchbox Notes for the school year! (Available in Kids, Teen Boy, and Teen Girl options)

379: Establishing Routines and Rhythms for a New Year Aug 22, 2023

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The start of school each year is like January 1st for families. New activities, new schedules, and oftentimes, new stresses! Today Karen is answering your questions about the transition from summer to school, how to stay involved in your child’s class, fostering independence in your older kids, and the mindset moms need to embrace when schedules are crazy and you are juggling allllllll the things!

Mentioned on this episode: Check out Mom Core Online - registration opens 8/25/23

378: Working Moms Aug 15, 2023

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Today we’re answering questions from the working moms in the BOAW Moms community. We’re going to address the transition from work to home, the ever-present mom guilt, negotiating to re-distribute responsibilities on the home front, and learning to say no. Working moms, we see you, and we hope this episode helps bring peace to your home this week.

Mentioned on this episode:

- Check out Mom Core Online - registration opens on August 25

- BARNA study about mothers and the church

- Want to bring Karen to speak at your church? Fill out this form!

377: Back to School Basics (What Teachers REALLY Want This Year) Aug 08, 2023

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Today the tables have turned and Karen is the one asking the questions of Emily. With her background as an elementary school teacher, Emily is sharing what teachers REALLY want this year! She’s offering tips for starting the school year well, sharing how to prepare your child for a new school, class or teacher, and of course, giving us the inside scoop on what gift teachers really look forward to getting. Tune in and let’s get ready for back-to-school together!

Mentioned on this episode:

- Autism interview with Dr. Kristen Hodges

- Check out the new studio on our YouTube channel! Subscribe, share and leave us a comment telling us what you think about the show. :)

- Stock up on a few packs of Karen’s Lunchbox Notes for the new school year! (Available in Kids, Teen Boy, and Teen Girl options)