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Welcome to “5-Minute Parenting: Tips to Help You Raise Competent, Godly Kids.” I’m your host, Sandra Kay Chambers. I’m a wife, mother, children’s author and former teacher with a Masters Degree in Learning Disabilities. In this podcast, I will be sharing parenting tips from both a practical point of view and a biblical worldview. As parents we are our child’s first and foremost teacher, supporter and encourager. We are called to meet their physical, emotional, mental and spiritual needs. As ...
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Send us a text As parents and grandparents, we need to be praying for our children and grandchildren everyday and teaching them how to pray and put on the spiritual armor of God. As they begin a new school year, let’s pray together for them today. 10 Prayers for Our Children and Grandchildren as They Go Back to School: Lord, we ask that our childre…
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Send us a text In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we're joined by special guest Melinda Poling, a mother of 8 sons and one daughter, who has homeschooled all of her children. Melinda shares her insights into the simplicity of homeschooling and the core values that have guided her family over the past 25 years, emphasizing the importance of love…
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Send us a text Our guest speaker today is a retired homeschooler with 17+ years of experience in home educating their four children and 10 years of experience as a homeschool consultant, blogger, writer, and speaker. Kris shared with us valuable tips for parents and teens on planning the high school years from setting goals, nurturing character dev…
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of 5 minute parenting. Today, I have a special guest, Holly Debella McCarthy. She's a dedicated educator, an accomplished author, and a passionate advocate for child development and education. She's a former special education teacher, a school administrator, and university professor. Holly now writes full t…
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Send us a text This month we are focusing on topics and tips to help parents get ready to send their children back to school. Today, we're diving into the topic of choosing schooling options for our children. I discuss the fact that our daughter actually experienced all three types of schooling--private, public and homeschooling. I discuss the reas…
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Send us a text During the month of August we will be focusing on tips to help your child as he/she prepares to go back to school. In this episode, we discussed five tips for helping your child get organized: 1. Designated Space: Create a designated area in the home for schoolwork or homework to help children focus. 2. Designated Storage Space: Prov…
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of 5-Minute Parenting! Today's guest, Terry Heller Brown, shares with us valuable insights on recognizing and seizing teachable moments with our children. Key Takeaways: - Use the Acronym STOP: "S T O P" stands for "Stop," "Take" notice of emotions, "Open" up the conversation, and "Praise" their insights an…
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Send us a Text Message. Today I had the pleasure of hosting Leigh Ann Mancini, an award-winning author and executive producer of the Sick Kids series books. She shared invaluable insights from her brand new parenting guide, "Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God." The episode delves into the challenges parents face in ra…
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Send us a text In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Karen Whiting, an experienced author and speaker, who shared invaluable insights on ways to engage our children in prayer. Karen's practical and hands-on approach to family prayer is not only fun but also effective in helping children grow in their faith. Her book, "52 Weekly Devo…
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Send us a text As parents, we have a unique role in shaping our children's worldview and values, and one aspect that shouldn't be overlooked is instilling a love for missions. Today, I had the pleasure of discussing this important topic with Melissa Heiland, founder of "Beautiful Feet International. " Melissa shared that the act of instilling a hea…
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Send us a text Our guest today on 5-Minute Parenting is Laurie Deverno, who shares with us the importance of building strong family foundations rooted in faith. As a parent, she feels it's vital to be intentional in guiding our children on their spiritual journey. Key Takeaways: 1. Prioritize Family Devotional Time: Establishing regular family devo…
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Send us a text In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we have the pleasure of hosting the insightful Julie Zine Coleman. As a mother of four grown children and six grandchildren, Julie holds a wealth of experience on today's topic: Mommy Guilt. Julie candidly shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of parenting, offering touching ane…
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Send us a text Parenting in today's world can be tough, but today's guest, Maureen Miller, shared some incredible insights on praying the Word of God over our children. Maureen emphasized the importance of praying the full armor of God over our children, no matter their age. From the helmet of salvation to the sword of the spirit, each piece plays …
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Send us a text In this episode, our guest Karen Ferguson shares insights on creating a Bible culture in our homes, protecting our children's innocence, and praying God's word together. Here are three key takeaways for you: 1. Speak God's word over your kids' identity from an early age, combining your spoken words with God's ordained word to create …
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Send us a text With summer break just around the corner, it's time to start planning some exciting activities for your kids. In this week's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we discussed the importance of creating a bucket list of summer activities for your children. Whether it's encouraging them to try a new sport, embarking on a road trip, or embrac…
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Send us a text In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Mel Taveras, a seasoned expert in youth culture, mental health coaching, and parenting. Dr. Taveras shared valuable insights on how parents can guide their children through the complexities of today's youth culture, incorporating age-appropriate discussions and grounding them …
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Send us a text In our recent episode of the 5-Minute Parenting podcast, we delved into the crucial topic of ADHD accommodations for students at different age levels. As a former teacher and parent of a child with ADHD, I know firsthand the importance of providing the right support for these students. 🔑 Key takeaways from the episode: - Accommodatio…
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Send us a text Today, I again put on my teacher hat as we discuss ADHD accommodations in public schools for children. It's important for parents to understand how public schools typically make accommodations for ADHD students. In public schools, these accommodations are known as 504 plans, which are designed to offer support for ADHD students. Some…
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Send us a text In the latest episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we dove into the characteristics of kids with ADHD from a teacher and parental perspective. As someone with a master's in education specializing in learning disabilities and a parent of a child with ADHD, I shared insights that can help you identify if your child is displaying ADHD charact…
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Send us a text So, how can you utilize active listening to encourage your child? Here are some key takeaways from the episode: 1. Give your child your full attention and make eye contact when they speak to you. 2. Listen to them without interrupting and allow them to express themselves fully. 3. Show empathy and validate their feelings by reflectin…
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Send us a text Encouraging Your Children: Tips from the 5-Minute Parenting Podcast In this week's episode of the 5-Minute Parenting podcast, we delved into the important topic of encouraging our children. We explored the powerful impact of creating a positive environment at home through words of affirmation and genuine praise. It's crucial for our …
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Send us a text In a recent episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we had the pleasure of hosting a special guest, Jennifer Bosma, who shared an insightful discussion about "The Best Gift Every Parent Should Give." We were touched by her heartfelt story and valuable parenting advice. Jennifer shared a unique and meaningful gift idea for parents - a journal …
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Send us a text Time management is an important skill for our children to learn beginning early in life, but today I’m going to give 15 Tips for Time Management for High Schoolers. These will be listed in the Notes. They are a free downloadable from Your Therapy Source, which has all kinds of resources—some free, some that have a cost . I’ll put the…
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Send us a text Today's guest, Rachel Norman, is a devoted mother of five who is passionate about teaching her children to live a godly life and equipping them with life skills to make godly choices that align with the Bible. As the "Routine Queen," Rachel helps parents develop simple routines so their home can be a peaceful haven, not a source of s…
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Send us a text In our last podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Tricia Poole, a homeschooling parent of six children. Last week, Trish shared the first 5 things she wish she knew as a beginning homeschooler and today Trish is sharing her final 5 tips for: "10 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginning Homeschooler" Here are some of her key poin…
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Send us a text In today's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we had the pleasure of hosting Trisha Pull, a dedicated mother who is currently homeschooling her 6 children across different grades. Trisha shared 10 valuable insights she wishes she knew as a beginning homeschooler. Here are a few highlights from the episode: 1. The Realities of Homeschooli…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we continued our topic of "Helping Our Children Deal with Fear (Part 2)." We discussed practical ways to help children handle fear, including some valuable tips and resources. Here are three key takeaways from the episode: 🔹 Encourage children to come up with their own solutions to deal with their fears. This help…
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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into practical tips for parents to help their children deal with and overcome fear. It's essential to equip our children with strategies to manage fear from an early age, setting them up for success as they grow. Key takeaways: - Cultivate trust: Spend quality time with your child, listen to their concerns, …
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Send us a text In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, I am joined by special guest Janet McHenry, author of 26 books, including "Praying Personalities: Finding Your Natural Prayer Style." Janet shares her journey of discovering the various prayer styles individuals have, and how these styles are influenced by their unique personalities. Janet's ins…
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Send us a text In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we discuss a crucial topic that every parent of a teenager can relate to: teenage moodiness versus depression. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of distinguishing between typical teenage behavior and signs of depression in adolescents. The teenage years can be tumultuous for our ch…
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Send us a text I don’t know anyone who remembers loving middle school—the physical changes, the up-and-down emotions, the longing to fit in, navigating turbulent friendships, etc., etc. etc. I just ran across and article in Christian Parenting from which I’m going to share today. Author, Kari Kampakis shares "10 Truths Middle Schoolers Should Know.…
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Send us a text In our last episode, we looked at what the latest research is saying about the dangers of too much screen time for babies and toddlers. . As technology becomes more integrated into our daily lives, it's crucial for us as parents to be aware of the potential effects of excessive screen time on our children. Today we're going to look a…
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Send us a text I recently delved into the latest research regarding screen time and its effects on our little ones' developing brains. A just published study from Drexel University sheds light on the potential consequences of early exposure to screens, such as TV and other devices, for infants and toddlers. 1. Early access to screens may lead to se…
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Send us a text On this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we're diving into the important topic of overindulging our children. We explore the impact of constantly giving our kids more than they need, and the consequences it can have on their development. From the pressure of consumerism to the role of parents in teaching responsibility, we uncover prac…
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Send us a text Jennifer Bowman is a devoted mother and author known for her book "I Know the Plans." With three grown daughters of her own, Jennifer understood the importance of praying scripture over her children from a young age. Initially, she would read and pray these scriptures over her daughters every night. Over time, she added more scriptur…
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Send us a text After the holiday break, kids will be heading back to school, and one of the most important things we as parents can help our children with is teaching them how to get and stay organized. Building these habits early in their lives will benefit them throughout their career as a student and later as an adult. In today’s episode we cove…
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Send us a text Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Homeschool Journey with guest speaker Kris Cox 1. Make discipleship your highest priority. 2. Realize that homeschooling is more than just an educational method, it’s a lifestyle. 3. Make it your goal to instill a love for learning in your children. 4. Parents work as a team in educating their childre…
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Send us a text We’ve all read statistics about how child and teen depression has been on a steady increase since COVID and with the increasing popularity of social media. Bullying is also on the rise, and right behind it is teen suicide. In her book, God-Confident Kids: Helping Your Child Find True Purpose, Passion, and Peace, Cyndie Claypool De Ne…
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Send us a text On this episode of “5-Minute Parenting,” we discuss the importance of allowing our children to fail. Failure is a natural part of life, and parents need to teach their children how to learn from their failures and grow from them. We also discuss how communication, unconditional love, and support can help children take responsibility …
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Send us a text Have you ever heard a parent perhaps in a grocery store yelling at their kids—berating them, telling them they are no good for nothing? I cringe when I hear things like that because WORDS —especially our words as parents— have the power to actually shape how a child sees themselves now and in the future. We know how someone’s harsh o…
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Send us a text Holidays are a busy time for families with traveling and holiday activities, so I'm re-posting the top five podcasts of this past year. So be sure to check each week to see if you missed one of the top episodes. We'll be back in 2024 with new episodes covering some topics such as: How to Help a Fearful Child How to Help Your ADHD Chi…
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Send us a Text Message. Today, the world’s influence on our children begins so much earlier than most of us experienced in our lives. We live in a society where even young children are bombarded daily with media advertisements on TV, social media, magazines, etc. that portray success as external beauty, popularity, sexiness, etc. The earlier we beg…
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Send us a text Today’s special guest is Anastasia Corbin. She’s a dedicated mother of four and an advocate of faith, family, and fitness. She is passionate about sharing her insights and experiences to help overwhelmed moms prioritize their family relationships. She is the author of Becoming an Intentional Family and co-author of When the Bases are…
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Send us a text In today’s episode I have the privilege of interviewing Crystal Bowman, an award-winning and best-selling author of over 100 books for children and families. Crystal Bowman is not only an accomplished author but also a mentor and coach for children's writers. Crystal's heart is to reach children with the message of Jesus from a young…
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Send us a text I gave a lot of statistics last week about bullying, defined what bullying is and looked at the four types of bullying. We also gave a few ways you can help your child if they tell you they are being bullied. This week we are going to look at some traits kids who are bullied often have, and some ways you can help your child if they a…
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Send us a text Bullying is becoming a huge issue affecting younger and younger children. Comparitech conducted a survey of over 1000 parents of children over the age of 5 with these results: 47.7% of parents with children ages 6-10 reported their children were bullied. 56.4% of parents with children ages 11-13 reported their children were bullied. …
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Send us a text We have a special guest today on 5-Minute Parenting. Melissa Henderson is an award-winning author and a passionate advocate for praying with grandchildren. Melissa shares her thoughts on the importance of prayer in the lives of children and grandchildren, highlighting how it not only teaches them about God's love, but also strengthen…
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Send us a text Matthew Krekeler is a devoted father who deeply reflects on what it means to be a dad. He believes that the heart of fatherhood is building strong relationships, just like our relationship with God as our Heavenly Father. Matthew finds great inspiration in the Lord's Prayer, which invites us to know God as a loving father. Matthew be…
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Send us a text In today's episode of 5-Minute Parenting, we delve into the fascinating topic of how the internet is changing our children's brains. With the internet providing instant access to information and shaping the way we interact with the world, it's clear that its impact goes beyond mere convenience. Excessive use of the internet can lead …
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Send us a text Today’s guest is Mel Tavares, a Doctor of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling and a Board Certified Master Health Coach who is passionate about children's well-being. She believes that the current generation is facing numerous challenges, including the impact of technology and social media on their mental health. In this podcast episode,…
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