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Moms of girls have a challenge today. We want strong, confident daughters, but those traits look different on different girls. Today's story is from Abby, who talks about her niece, the most confident kid she knows. If you're trying to raise a confident girl, we have some great ideas for you in this episode.

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What does a confident girl look like to you? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Confident Girl"

Mentions:
How to Raise a Self-Confident Daughter With 5 Truths
10 Questions Our Daughters Need Us to Ask Them
5 Reasons Your Daughter Needs to Be Challenged
5 Ways to Raise an Assertive Girl
4 Things You Should Never Say in Front of Your Daughter
10 Compliments for Your Daughter Printable

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Some parents say no to dating in high school. Others see it as another way of socializing. What’s your take? Chloe tells today’s story about the proclamation she made at age 4 that made her parents realize she would need some extra boundaries around dating.

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When did you start dating, and would you encourage your kids to do the same? Email [email protected] with the subject line "dating."

Mentions:
5 Ways to Set Your Kids up for Dating Success
7 Things to Say When Your Teen Says “I’m in Love”
5 Ways to Survive Teenage Love
4 Traits That Show Your Teen Is Ready to Date
Middle School Romance: The Pros and Cons
So Your Child is “Dating”….
Is 8 Too Young for a Crush?
Printable Talking to Your Kids About Dating
Printable Dating Worksheet

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On average, boys first see pornography at age 12. Megan was even younger when she first encountered it. She shares the story, and we talk about how to protect our kids and talk to them about the dangers of pornography.

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What has your experience been with protecting your kids from pornography? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Protect."

Mentions:
Inappropriate Pictures: 4 Words Every Kid Needs to Know
My Kids Saw Porn. Here Are the 3 Things We Did Next.
Talking to Your Boys about the Dangers of Pornography
4 Sneaky Ways Your Kids Are Being Groomed for Pornography Addictions
7 Truths About Women Addicted to Porn
Good Pictures Bad Pictures, Jr.
Good Pictures Bad Pictures
Statistics on pornography from CovenantEyes.com
Fight The New Drug

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Perseverance is learned, so if your kids come to you wanting to quit, it’s worth it to think hard about how you respond. Are there ever times it’s okay to let your child quit a sport or activity? In this episode, Susan shares three times her kids wanted to hang up the towel, and she said no.

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Do you let your child quit or are there rules you have in place to guide your child through his choice to quit? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Quitting."

Mentions:
10 Things to Keep in Mind Before You Let Your Children Quit
Try Strategic Quitting to be a More Relaxed Mom
The Upside of Allowing Your Child to Quit
Good Character Traits: Perseverance
Good Character Traits for Kids Printable Calendar
Extracurricular Monthly Cost Worksheet
Rachel Simmons' Book: Enough As She Is

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Do you and your husband let your kids see you argue? Is there a right and wrong way to fight in front of the kids? In this episode, Abby's story about trying to fix a fight between her parents will make you think twice about how you fight. We'll share the benefits of arguing well when there's an audience watching.

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Do you fight in front of your kids? Do you have rules for doing it? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Argue In Front of the Kids"

Mentions:
5 Things Your Kids Learn When They See You Fight
3 Keys to Good Conflict Resolution in Marriage
5 Ways to Teach Your Kids How to Argue
Research on Constructive and Destructive Marital Conflict
Research on Adolescents’ Responses to Marital Conflict

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If moms tried to write down everything they had to do, there wouldn’t be enough paper. We carry a mental, emotional, and physical load that often feels heavy. You’ll relate to Megan’s story in this episode if you’ve ever felt the invisible load of motherhood (even if you didn’t know it had a name).  

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How do you feel the invisible load of motherhood in the stage you’re in? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Invisible load."

Mentions:
8 Ways to Manage the Invisible Load of Motherhood
3 Ways to Let Your Husband Help More with the Kids
Chore Chart for Kids
Family Chore Chart
Toddler Chore Chart

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Even good kids make bad choices now and then. Abby's story about a crazy summer when she was 14 made her think about how she might react if and when her kids break the rules or go through a rebellious streak.  

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How do you handle it when your kid messes up, especially if it's out of character?  Email [email protected] with the subject line "When Good Kids Mess Up."

Mentions:
5 Mistakes Even Good Kids Make
Do Strict Parents Make Sneaky Kids?
3 Ways to Show Your Kids They Can Talk to You About Anything
How Much of Your Past Should You Share with Your Kids?
Consequence Calculator Printable
Think About It Printable

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Do you ever feel more like a coworker than a romantic partner with your husband? Oof. If that question felt like a punch to the gut, this episode is for you. Susan, who's been married for more than 30 years, shares her story of when her husband said they needed more romance. 

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What do you find romantic? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Romance."

Mentions:
4 Ways to Put Passion Back Into Your Marriage
41 Ways to Romance Your Husband
30 Creative Ways to Speak Your Husband’s Love Language
1 Major Thing You Can Do to Fix a Lack of Intimacy in Your Marriage
This Part of Your Week Can Change Your Mundane Marriage
30 Day Marriage Challenge

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Are you stuck in the cycle of yell, regret yelling, tell yourself you’ll yell less, yell again? You’re not alone. In this episode, Megan confesses to yelling at her toddler over small things. What makes you lose your cool? Hopefully, this episode will help you feel less shame and give you pointers that lead to fewer screams.

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Is yelling your go-to form of communication? What have you tried to do to curb yelling, and how’s that working for you?  Email [email protected] with the subject line "Yelling."

Mentions:
3 Changes You’ll See When You Lower Your Voice
5 Steps to Being a Scream-Free Mom
4 Steps to Responding Instead of Reacting When You’re Triggered
Mom Rage Is Real, but You Can Do Something About It
10 Strategies for Not Losing Your Temper
Printable Feelings Wheel for Kids and Adults

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If you get a night alone with your husband, dinner and a movie aren’t your only options. Creative date nights can keep your relationship growing. In this episode, we share an idea a listener sent about a clever way to have a date night when life is busy and money is tight. 

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What creative ways do you fit in date nights? Email [email protected] with the subject line "Date Night."

Mentions:
10 Ways to Date Your Husband Again
5 Simple Date Night Ideas for a Fun Marriage
How Ditching “Netflix and Chill” Can Lead to a Happier Marriage
What Kind of Date Night Do You Need?
Morning Date Ideas for A.M. Romance!
10 Ways to Save On Your Date Night
Date Night Conversation Starters for You and Your Husband

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