Connected Families Podcast

Practical Ideas to Navigate Back-to-School Stress


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Back-to-school stress is a real thing! Lynne Jackson sits down with Certified Parent coaches, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, to encourage us through this back-to-school season. Parents themselves, the Jacobs’ know firsthand the various stressors this season can bring to families. Packed with resources, this episode is one you’ll want to have your pen and paper ready for as they fill us with hope in communicating to our kids: “You are Safe, Loved, Called and Capable, and Responsible!”

Key Takeaways:
  • The Foundation Shift: How to cast our cares on the Lord and not our children
  • The brain benefits of sleep and how Proverbs 27 can help us in the morning
  • Discover how to equip your kids with their purpose during the school day
  • Learn how to turn grades into character-building tools
  • Mentioned in this podcast:
    • Proverbs 27:14
    • Numbers 6:24-25
    • Psalm 127:2
    • Your Amazing Brain Book by Jessica Sinarski
    • Connected Families Sleep Ebook – Transform Bedtime Struggles Into Nighttime Snuggles
    • Episode 193 | Agape Love: The Surprising Time Your Child Needs It Most Podcast Episode
    • Facing Mighty Fears About Being Apart From Parents by Dawn Huebner
    • Blog Post: Help! My Anxious Child Cries When Dropped Off At Daycare
    • Episode 143 | Is your Child Crying at School or Daycare Drop-Off?
    • Episode 239 | Back-to-School Transition Tips for Sensitive Children with Sarah Collins MSOT, OTR/L
    • Children’s Key Information Form
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      Guest Bio:

      Parents of three girls, Jason and Jewelia Jacobs, found Connected Families after trying many other parenting approaches and resources. Jewelia brings a background working with families of children with special needs in both professional and ministry spaces. Jason is experienced in training and working with children, families, and teachers. They both work to bring grace and healing, while helping families lead with confidence and intentionality.

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