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The holidays don’t just bring twinkly lights and cocoa—they also bring opinions. In Part 2 of our Christmas series, Presley and Val are talking about navigating the beautiful, complicated reality of extended family gatherings while staying rooted in the differentiated life God has uniquely called your family to live.

From well-meaning comments about your parenting choices to subtle pressure to fall back into old roles, we explore how to show up with grace without abandoning conviction. This episode unpacks what it looks like to honor parents and relatives, set healthy boundaries, and model faith-filled unity for your kids—all while keeping Jesus (not expectations, traditions, or Uncle Bob) at the center of it all.

If you’ve ever whispered a prayer in the bathroom during a family gathering or wondered how to keep peace and integrity at the Christmas table, this conversation is for you. Expect biblical encouragement, practical tools, and reminders that faithfulness doesn’t require sameness—and that God is present even in the awkward moments around the tree.

CDC Milestone Tracker App: https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones-app/index.html

BabySparks - Developmental Tracker & Online Learning for Parents: https://babysparks.com/

Harvard's Center for the Developing Child: Three Core Concepts in Early Development: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/videos/three-core-concepts-in-early-development/