Parenting to Impress

Does the Bible have anything to say about technology? The short answer is yes! Discover biblical wisdom, learn what professionals are suggesting, and glean ideas from what Heidi and Melanie do in their homes as gatekeepers of technology for their kids.  You'll be inspired and encouraged, and as always, get to learn from the mistakes Melanie and Heidi made along the way.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• ABCJesusLovesMe.com - Learning for the Foundational Years
• When Christians Don't Parent the Same
• Seeds Family Worship* 
• Hide 'Em in Your Heart Cd by Steve Green*

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Episode Sponsor:  ABCJesusLovesMe.com, an educational ministry that equips adults with the materials needed to be intentional in educating children.
 

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There is something about turning the calendar page to the first day of a new year that feels fresh and invigorating. Many of us plan and dream, set goals and draw up plans to help us achieve those goals. And many of us fail or fail to plan at all. Listen in as Heidi and Melanie share how they view goals and planning, what God says about goals, and discover encouragement along the way.  And as a bonus, discover the podcast team's goals for 2023!

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• Word of the Year
• Intentional Journey Groups
• ABCJesusLovesMe.com
• Negative Thought Patterns

Episode Sponsor:  The Be Intentional Planner - the planner created to help you be the intentional woman God has called you to be.  Order now for only $15.00.

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As Heidi and Melanie talked about loneliness as moms they realized seasons of loneliness didn't just happen when their kids were little. As mommas of tweens and teens, loneliness had crept in and would likely occur again when their kids leave the house. So how can moms of older kids navigate loneliness? Listen in as Heidi and Melanie get real about friendships, time management and what they did to move beyond feeling lonely.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• How to Overcome Loneliness in Motherhood, Part 1
• Lies We Believe
• Be in the Word Daily

Episode Sponsor:  ABCJesusLovesMe.com, an educational ministry that equips adults with the materials needed to be intentional in educating children.

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It's time!  Finally, the day has come to share the exciting news.  Listen as Melanie and Heidi share all the details.  Then use the links below to get started on this amazing journey. 

Helpful Links from this Episode:

~ Intentional Journey
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Episode Sponsor:  ABCJesusLovesMe.com, an educational ministry that equips adults with the materials needed to be intentional in educating children.

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How are you feeling as you head into this Christmas season? Frazzled and scattered or calm and cozy? For either of those and for everyone in between, this episode is for you. Heidi and Melanie chat about how to be intentional with your kids this year so that Jesus remains the focus of Christmas. They also get into traditions, expectations and how to be both holy and happy as you celebrate the Jesus' birth.

• Christmas Countdown Activities
• Happy Birthday Jesus Workbook
• Hay for Jesus Countdown Activity
• Hay Cookie Recipe (just omit M & M's)   
• Christmas Songs  
• Christmas Traditions
• 17 Tips to Prepare a Child of Holiday Gatherings

Episode Sponsor:  Encourage your children or students to keep Christ the center of Christmas with the 32-page Happy Birthday Jesus Workbook.    

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A momma asked Melanie and Heidi the question, "How do you deal with loneliness?"  We think all moms can relate to this question.  With honesty and transparency, the Parenting to Impress duo share how they overcame loneliness and what God taught them through the journey.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• What Lies Are You Believing?
• What is Causing Your Parenting Exhaustion?
• Having a Daily Quiet Time with God
• Welcome to Parenting to Impress Trailer Episode

Episode Sponsor:  Encourage your children or students to keep Christ the center of Christmas with the 32-page Happy Birthday Jesus Workbook.  

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Do you know how to keep Christ the center of Christmas?  Heidi and Melanie discuss a brand new ABCJesusLovesMe product that will empower you to do just that.  You will love the simplicity of the ideas as you use them with your family or as an outreach with friends, neighbors, your students, or even in your church.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• Happy Birthday Jesus Workbook
• Thanksgiving Activity Workbook
• Christmas Activity Workbook
• What's a Christian Family to do with Halloween?
• Is Santa Good or Bad?
• Teachable Moments
• How to Turn Ordinary Moments into God Moments?
• When Momma Ain't Happy... Podcast

Episode Sponsor:  Encourage your children or students to keep Christ the center of Christmas with the 32-page Happy Birthday Jesus Workbook.  

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As Christians we know being grateful is more than just a certain month set aside to be thankful. But do we really know how to live that way? Let's consider what it means to live gratefully and pick up some tips for how we can teach thanksgiving to our children.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• Thanksgiving Activity Workbook
• Sign Language (Thank you) Videos
• Teaching Your Child to Pray
• PK Hallinan's Let's Be Thankful and I'm Thankful Each Day!  (ad)
• Gratitude Rolls

Episode Sponsor:  Lead your children or students to develop a thankful heart with the 50-page Thanksgiving Activity Workbook, 3rd Edition. 

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 Have you ever wondered how some parents can take ordinary moments and turn them into God-moments that impact children's hearts for eternity?  Around Parenting to Impress and ABCJesusLovesMe we call these "Teachable Moments." And with just a few tips, Melanie and Heidi believe you will be able to have multiple God-moments with your kiddos too!

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• How to Use Teachable Moments Every Day for Maximum Learning 
• How to Have a Quiet Time
• How to Engage Your Child in Meaningful Conversation

Episode Sponsor:  ABCJesusLovesMe.com, an educational ministry that equips adults with the materials needed to be intentional in educating children.

Get connected with Parenting to Impress:
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In the final episode of this series, we wrap up our fantastic conversation with Scott. We also get an answer to the cliff-hanger question Heidi left us on in Part 2!  We have both been challenged and encouraged by Scott's observations about the attributes and rhythms he's noticed in God-focused families. We have some great take-aways to process through and implement in our own families, particularly around the way we steward time.

Helpful Links from this Episode: 

• Characteristics of a God-Centered Family, Part 1
• Characteristics of a God-Centered Family, Part 2

Episode Sponsor:  The Old and New Testament Curricula provides age-appropriate learning for children ages 3-10 years at home, preschool, or church (Sunday School).

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Instagram:  /abcjesuslovesme/

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