Connected Families Podcast

Connected Families Podcast episodes:

• 04.26.2024

  Primer Episodio en Español! Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada, parte 1.

  ¡Escucha este episodio especial del pódcast de Connected Families! Donde Luisa Wendt entrevista a Esther y Roberto Reich acerca del marco de referencia de Connected Families. Los tres son asesores en la crianza certificados por Connected Families y hablarán acerca...

  
• 04.22.2024

  See Your Child’s Strengths in the Craziness | Ep. 175

  Your kids, with all the wild moments they bring, are fearfully and wonderfully made. That means God gave them gifts and strengths. Listen to us chat with Courtney and Joe Dewey (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about finding your child’s...

  
• 04.15.2024

  Want to Connect With Your Teenager?

  How can you continue to connect and maintain a relationship with your kids as they get older? You CAN connect with your teenager. If you’ve got teens, or will have them someday, listen to us chat with Rachel and Josh...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Become the Self-Aware Parent You Want to Be

  Listen in as Chad Hayenga, Jim Jackson, and Alan Thetford talk about being safe for their kids. Today’s podcast is extra-special! We have three dads who unpack the importance of being an emotionally safe parent, particularly focusing on the role of...

  
• 03.25.2024

  Max Lucado: Just In Case You Ever Feel Alone

  Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Max Lucado about loneliness and his new children’s book, Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone. Feelings of isolation and loneliness are increasingly common, and the need for meaningful connection and reassurance is becoming...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Holy Week Activities to Nurture Faith in Kids of All Ages

  In this episode, Stacy Bellward (podcast host) and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) offer insights on how to engage children in the Easter story, emphasizing the Resurrection’s significance through traditions and conversation. They provide age-appropriate scripts for explaining...

  
• 03.12.2024

  Bonus: Supporting Grieving Families in Your Community

  Join us for this special bonus episode where Stacy invites community members and ministry leaders to explore the delicate and important topic of supporting children and families in times of grief. Stacy is joined by Cindy Wilson, Connected Families Partnership...

  
• 03.11.2024

  How to Navigate Grief in Children

  Children experience grief in all different forms. If you’re walking through grief with your kids, tune in to this grace-filled chat with our guest, Stacey Rodenbeck. Stacey, a widowed mother of two young children, shares her personal experience of...

  
• 03.04.2024

  Questions & Doubts: When Your Child’s Faith Is Uncertain

  If your child has serious doubts or has walked away from their faith, it can be scary. Together with parent coaches Bonnie Williams and Chad Hayenga, we explore parenting through a child’s spiritual doubts or unbelief. Chad and Bonnie share...

  
• 02.26.2024

  Kids’ Arguments: Establish Peace with 4 Steps

  If your kids’ bickering ever drives you bonkers, you’ll want to hear this fresh perspective with our guest and certified parent coach, Megan Thorp. Stacy and Megan unpack the Connected Families’ approach to transform kids’ arguments into opportunities to build...

  
• 02.12.2024

  Supporting Your Teen with Empathy and Connection

  Dive into the trials and triumphs of parenting teens with CF Certified Parent Coaches, Katie Wetsell and Julia Rupp and our host, Stacy Bellward. They examine teen anxiety, independence, and the art of calm communication. They also unpack ways to...

  
• 02.05.2024

  Tame Your Temper: Calming Strategies for Parents

  Listen in as Stacy talks with Julia Rupp and Katie Wetsell (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches) about strategies you can use to calm yourself in emotionally charged situations with your kids. Whether you’ve already blown it and need to repair,...

  
• 01.29.2024

  3 Principles to Help Your Child Calm and Regulate

  In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping their kids calm down. This conversation especially has sensitive or...

  
• 01.22.2024

  Hope & Healing for Your Sensitive or Intense Child

  Listen in as Stacy chats with parent coaches Jarrett & Luisa Wendt about the parenting course that has equipped them to understand and help their sensitive children. In today’s episode, Jarrett & Luisa Wendt (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with...

  
• 01.16.2024

  3 Reasons Kids Misbehave & How You Can Respond With Grace and Love

  If you’ve got a child who seems to be misbehaving more than usual, it’s time to pause and reflect on what might be driving your misbehaving child. When your child seems to be acting out all of a sudden, you...

  
• 01.15.2024

  Sensitive or Intense Child? Your Questions Answered!

  In today’s episode, parent coaches Lynne Jackson and Lydia Rex answer questions from parents about sensitive and intense kids. We’re excited to share another Q & A conversation with you today. The new questions came straight from parents in the CF...

  
• 01.08.2024

  Moving From Discouragement to Freedom | Ep. 161

  Listen as parent coach Lydia Rex shares about building hope and strength for parenting when you’re feeling discouraged. In this episode, Stacy and Lydia discuss current factors that contribute to overwhelm in parents. Lydia goes on to offer strategies that can...

  
• 01.01.2024

  And the Top Podcast of 2023 is...

  Have you ever been perplexed by the intensity of your child’s big emotions or the frequency of their anger? You really want to help your child! But it can feel confusing and overwhelming, and you may even unintentionally spark more...

  
• 12.22.2023

  BONUS: Connected Families Future Plus A Story of Transformation

  Listen as we wrap up 2023 with Jim Jackson and Anna Braasch chatting about Connected Families’ plans for 2024. Plus, Stacey Rodenbeck shares about the hope she’s found through the Framework. In today’s bonus episode, Jim Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and...

  
• 12.18.2023

  Refresh Your Parenting with Prayer

  Connected Families Certified Parent Coach Katie Johnson talks with Stacy about how prayer can help transform your parenting. Have you ever wished you could deepen your prayer life? Or does it feel difficult to find time for meaningful prayer in your...

  
• 12.11.2023

  Stories of Transformation…Finding Hope For Change

  Listen as Stacy chats with two families about the grace-filled changes they’ve experienced through the Connected Families Framework. Whether it’s your child’s defiant attitude or your angry reaction, your family likely has patterns that you’d like to change. Changing default responses...

  
• 12.04.2023

  What Mom Needs: An Exciting Chat with the CEO of MOPS Int’l

  Listen as we talk with Mandy Arioto about what moms need today based on a new study by the Barna Group. Moms are powerful influencers in their families and communities, yet they often feel exhausted and alone. In this episode, Mandy...

  
• 11.27.2023

  A Parenting Framework for Adoption and Fostering? Yes!

  Listen in as Lynn Beckett, Chad Hayenga, and Stacy unpack a grace-filled lens for navigating parenting and discipline in adoptive and foster care families. These creative and compassionate ideas can benefit any parent! When families grow through adoption or foster care,...

  
• 11.20.2023

  Navigating Family Gatherings

  With the holidays fast approaching, we are pulling ​a classic podcast from the archives​ where Chad Hayenga joins Stacy Bellward to discuss some ideas for navigating family gatherings. Enjoy! Are you looking forward to celebrating holidays with family but dreading unsolicited...

  
• 11.13.2023

  Blocked Care: Rekindle Compassion in Your Heart | Ep. 155

  In today’s episode on blocked care, Stacy talks with author Melissa Corkum about her book Reclaim Compassion. “Blocked care (also known as compassion fatigue) is when a parent becomes emotionally unavailable following repeated rejected attempts to support their child. The...

  
• 11.06.2023

  Stories of Transformation…One Mom’s Journey

  Listen as we chat with Anna Braasch about finding hope through the Connected Families Framework. Do you remember when a friend introduced you to Connected Families? Or, maybe you are brand new to Connected Families’ resources–we’re so glad you found us....

  
• 10.23.2023

  A Circle of Support: What Does a Mentor Do for Your Child?

  Here at Connected Families, we often talk about how you can pass your faith on to your kids. Have you thought about how you can help sustain your child’s faith into their adult years? Research reveals that 60 percent of...

  
• 10.09.2023

  Feel Safe: How to Cultivate a Sense of Security in an Unsafe World

  Children today face threats to their safety that are difficult to discuss. How do you help your kids process a school shooting or other violent attack? How can you hold the fear and anxiety they feel when you’re experiencing the...

  
• 10.02.2023

  Want To Show Grace to Your Kids? Soak In It First

  Self-care is a hot topic, but what about soul-care? How can you open up space in your heart for God to meet you and speak to you in the middle of a busy, chaotic day? Or in the midst of...

  
• 09.25.2023

  Parenting Topics That Will Fill You With Hope

  Do you wish you had a strong foundation to guide you through challenging situations with your kids? Or, do you know a little about the Connected Families Framework but want to grow your application of it? The parenting topics in...

  
• 09.18.2023

  How to Discipline an Explosive Child—With Grace and Firmness

  Wondering about disciplining an explosive child? You’re not alone! In fact, what to do with kid’s anger is one of our most frequent inquiries here at Connected Families. Aggressive behavior and explosive anger are intense challenges, and there is hope...

  
• 09.11.2023

  Help! My Child Won't Listen

  My child won’t listen! Sound familiar? If you’ve had that exasperated thought recently, you’re not alone. Obedience and cooperation are common struggles most families encounter. There may be a disconnect between your good intentions and what your kids experience and...

  
• 09.04.2023

  Discipline and Your Kids: Your Questions Answered

  Your kids keep growing and changing, and so do your questions about parenting. Today’s podcast might answer a few of your questions and leave you wishing you had your own parent coach. In this Q&A; style podcast, Lynne Jackson (Connected...

  
• 09.01.2023

  Bonus Episode: Exciting News from Connected Families!

  Parenting in the complexity of today’s world is stressful! The level of children’s anxiety and behavior challenges has skyrocketed. It can feel overwhelming and discouraging. But despite those struggles, you are still actively seeking God’s grace and truth for yourself...

  
• 08.28.2023

  Trust Expert Dr. Henry Cloud Chats With Us About Parenting

  According to today’s guest and trust expert, Dr. Henry Cloud, trust is fuel for all of life. Humans are hard-wired to trust, yet we still have to earn our children’s trust over and over again. Trust is sometimes a challenge...

  
• 08.21.2023

  Connect With Students: A Framework To Connect With & Nurture Responsibility In ALL Students

  It’s nearly time to head back to school, and today’s episode is especially for anyone in a teaching role. Have you ever considered bringing the Connected Families Framework principles to your classroom at school or church? No matter what environment...

  
• 08.14.2023

  Support Your Child's Mental Health with Dr. Caroline Leaf

  Life is messy, and sometimes you probably feel like a mess. Your kids might feel like a mess at times too. It’s okay to be a mess! But what can you do when you or your child feels this way?...

  
• 08.07.2023

  Is Your Child Crying at School or Daycare Drop-Off?

  Maybe you’ve been there. Your child just doesn’t want to go to school or daycare. You’re not sure if she’s truly anxious and struggling or if she is just being defiant. It’s hard to know what to do, especially if...

  
• 07.31.2023

  Sensitive and Intense Kids: Your Questions Answered

  Do you ever wish you had a parent coach in your living room to support you in your biggest parenting dilemmas? Well, we’ve got the next best thing. Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) has developed an all-new, research-based small group...

  
• 07.24.2023

  [BONUS] Conclusion: Teaching Kids Forgiveness is Essential

  This podcast episode is the conclusion of a podcast we released about the power of forgiveness and teaching that to our children. It is full of practical application and deep insight into the profound impact of forgiveness on our physical,...

  
• 07.24.2023

  Teaching Kids Forgiveness Is Essential: The Why & How

  How do you teach forgiveness to your kids? You probably want to guide them toward the true forgiveness that Christ’s work accomplished. That takes time and intention. Forced apologies can make a conflict blow over quickly, but resentment often lingers....

  
• 07.17.2023

  Restoring Relationships: Empower Kids to Want to Reconcile & Heal

  Have you wondered if there is anything you can do to be proactive about the inevitable conflicts in your home? Many parents just want the fighting to stop, but what if you focused instead on restoring relationships? Jesus completed the...

  
• 07.10.2023

  How To Help Siblings Stop Fighting All the Time

  Do you feel like your kids are fighting all the time? They might be bickering, crying, or yelling, and you might feel exasperated and wonder how to turn things around. Conflicts will always be part of family relationships, but you...

  
• 06.26.2023

  How to Encourage Critical Thinking for Little Ones

  Do you ever feel like you have to tell your young child over and over again to do something? Parents often feel the need to tell, yet telling can lead to defensiveness and power struggles. Asking questions, on the other...

  
• 06.19.2023

  My Child Argues About Everything

  “My child argues with everything I say!” Has that thought ever crossed your mind? Whether your child is 5 or 15, you can find yourself wrapped up in the dynamics of arguing, defensiveness, and power struggles. Thankfully, there is hope...

  
• 06.12.2023

  3 Powerful Questions to Transform Your Parenting

  Dads…today’s episode is especially for you. As a father, you probably have a lot of good intentions for your children. Do you ever wonder, though, if your parenting style gets in the way of your good intentions? If your answer...

  
• 06.05.2023

  Family Teamwork: How To Meet Together as a Family

  Imagine your family working together to solve problems. Sounds amazing, right? But how do you get there? Busy schedules and personality differences can make “working together” seem like a big challenge. Thankfully, you can develop a practice to pull everyone...

  
• 05.22.2023

  How to Help Kids See God in Nature

  Let’s get outside! No matter where you live (we have listeners all over the world!), getting outside is so good for so many reasons–for us and our kids. Sometimes getting outside means facing some challenges as well–poor weather, pesky insects,...

  
• 05.15.2023

  Ever Feel Like the Not-So-Fun Mom?

  Mama, does your to-do list ever get in the way of having fun with your family? Or is it hard to engage in the activities that your kids enjoy? If you ever feel like a not-so-fun mom, today’s podcast is...

  
• 05.08.2023

  Developing a Screen Plan for Your Family

  Are you tired of your kids constantly asking for screen time? Would you like to feel better equipped to navigate the use of media in your home? Perhaps you need tools to help you in developing a screen plan for...