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376: Understanding Your Autistic Child with Dr. Kristen Hodges Aug 01, 2023

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Dr. Hodges joins us today to share wisdom that comes not only from her clinical background in psychology, but also from 3 years of raising her own autistic son. She encourages moms not to fear a diagnosis, and shares how to pursue free early intervention measures and support from your community. You’ll love the wisdom she shares about deescalating situations with your autistic child and the advice she gives on how to discipline in a manner that works with their brain’s wiring instead of fighting against it. Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it today!

Mentioned on this episode:

- Dr. Hodges’ website: TheSensoryCloset.com

- “Do not be afraid, God has heard the boy crying…” Genesis 21:17

- The Explosive Child

- Uniquely Human A Different Way of Seeing Autism

375: How Do I Lead My Kids When I'm So Overwhelmed? [RE-AIR] Jul 25, 2023

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From chaos in your newsfeed to chaos in your living room...there's plenty to be overwhelmed by in a mom's world. Today we're talking about how to have hope in the midst of a depressing season, how to stay sane despite bickering kids, how to manage the overwhelm of 3 kids under 3, and how to keep your home from falling apart on top of it all.

Loads of grace and encouragement in this conversation, moms! It's a good one to share with a friend who may be feeling overwhelmed right now.

Check out our whole series on Psalm 23: 359, 360, 361, 362

374: Prioritizing Your Marriage (Over Your Kids!) [RE-AIR] Jul 18, 2023

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It’s natural that our kids try to “trump” their dad and become the priority in a mom’s world, but your husband came first! And like Karen always says, you want him to be there after the kids leave home. Join the conversation today as we tackle your questions about keeping your spouse #1.

Mentioned on today’s show:

- A Grown Up’s Guide to Kids Wiring

- Worth the Fight with Karen and Abby

- Parenting Together from Preschool through Prom

373: Dealing With Out of Control Anger [RE-AIR] Jul 11, 2023

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Whether it’s you or your child struggling with angry outbursts, we’ve all been there. On today’s show, Karen and Sunny tackle questions from moms about aggressive behavior and physical tantrums, and Karen reminds us where self control ultimately comes from.

Links from today’s show:

- 365 Devotional - Moments with God for Moms

- Curriculum lessons on Discipline: Mom Core, Six Truths, Parenting Together

- FREE BOAW resources to learn more about personality

- Karen’s recommended reads on personality

- Become a BOAW Patreon supporter today!

Wire Talk Has Joined The Christian Parenting podcast network Jul 11, 2023

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We are thrilled to share this big news with you! Christian Parenting is a trusted source of practical and spiritual parenting advice in the crowded podcast landscape.

Visit www.ChristianParenting.org to learn about each of our partner podcasts.

372: Worth the Fight with Karen and Abby [RE-AIR] Jul 04, 2023

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Listen in as Karen and her youngest daughter, Abby, open up about the highs and lows their relationship has gone through over the years. From sweet preschool memories through going to counseling when Abby was in high school, this authentic conversation will encourage you to fight for your relationship with your child, no matter where it's at today. As Karen says, it's never too late to start building a bridge toward a better relationship with your child.

371: An Interview with Two "Playful" Yellow Dads Jun 27, 2023

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We are wrapping up our month of dad interviews with two of our favorite YELLOWS today. With characteristic energy and enthusiasm, Al and Stu bring some “woo hoo” to the studio as they share how they view life through the lens of a YELLOW.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Check out the rest of the episodes in this series with dads: 368, 369, 370

A great listen if you and your spouse are opposite personalities: WT 199

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

370: An Interview with Two "Powerful" Red Dads Jun 20, 2023

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Wayne and Matt join us today to talk about fatherhood, career, and family from the perspective of a “red” personality. Reds are natural leaders, action-oriented, and fiercely loyal. If you have a red dad in your life, this episode will help you gain empathy and understanding.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Be sure to catch up on WT 368: GREEN DADS and WT 369: BLUE DADS

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

Parenting a Red kiddo? Read Karen’s top tips HERE.

369: An Interview with Two "Perfect" Blue Dads Jun 13, 2023

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We’re back with two "perfect" dads on Wire Talk today! Greg and Matt are in the studio to share their perspective on life and parenting through the lens of a BLUE temperament. Blues are thoughtful, precise, perfection-seeking, and extra reflective, so we're confident you’ll take away some great insights into the world of BLUES when you tune in.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Be sure to catch up on WT 368: GREEN DADS

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

368: An Interview with Two "Peaceful" Green Dads Jun 06, 2023

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Welcome to DAD month on Wire Talk! In celebration of all the great dads in our lives, we are diving into the temperament colors just like last summer, but this time, from the male perspective! You are going to love hearing from 8 different dads over the course of the next few weeks.

Today, Matt and Brian join us to share how they process parenting as a GREEN. What a gift to learn and understand more about how our green husbands and fathers relate to their families and the world around them. If you're a green, we think you'll recognize a bit of your own experience in this conversation, and if you're not green, we think it will give you surprising insights into the way greens approach parenting.

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Want to hear last summer’s temperament interview series with moms? Listen to episodes 330, 331, 332, and 333.

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