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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 Message. 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 We…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 instill…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 fa…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 tou…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 pie…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 t…
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Send us a Text Message. 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, …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 ground…
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Send us a Text Message. 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: - Acc…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 stude…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 ADH…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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Send us a Text Message. 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’l…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 so…
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 Ho…
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Send us a Text Message. 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. …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 c…
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Send us a Text Message. 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. Ja…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 f…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 Sho…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 l…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 unc…
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 episod…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 thei…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 Clayp…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 respon…
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Send us a Text Message. 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’…
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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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 Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 fro…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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 s…
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Send us a Text Message. 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. M…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 …
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Send us a Text Message. 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…
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Send us a Text Message. Grandparents play a vital role in shaping the lives of their grandchildren, and on this episode of 5-Minute Parenting we explore the importance of being a Christian mentor to the younger generation. In a culture that values “new” and “youth,” grandparents can often be viewed as obsolete when it comes to having anything to of…
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Send us a Text Message. Let me suggest that instead of asking simply, “How was school today?” try some of the following questions: 1. What’s something new you leaned to do in school today? 2. What’s something fun that happened at school today? Or something funny that happened or something that made you sad or angry? Tell me about it. 3. How would y…
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Send us a Text Message. My pastor reminded us last Sunday that we are in a spiritual battle everyday—a battle against an enemy who seeks to steal, kill and destroy. And we don’t fight that war with natural weapons, but with the spiritual weapon of prayer. Our enemy is focused on destroying this generation of children with cultural lies, worldly, di…
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Send us a Text Message. It’s that time of year where kids are already back in school or soon will be. And one of the most important things we as parents can help our children with at the beginning of the school year is teaching them how to get and stay organized. Building these habits early in their lives will benefit them throughout their career a…
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Send us a Text Message. Tips to Help You Succeed in Your Homeschool Journey with guest speaker Kris Cox a.Make discipleship your highest priority. b.Realize that homeschooling is more than just an educational method, it’s a lifestyle. c.Make it your goal to instill a love for learning in your children. d.Parents work as a team in educating their ch…
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Send us a Text Message. Guest Speaker Kris Cox, homeschool speaker, blogger, author, and consultant. Benefits of Homeschooling: I.Homeschooling is parent-led, home-based education. A.There are currently approximately 4.3 million home educators in the US. B.Great resource for HS stats: www.nheri.org. II.Benefits of homeschooling a.Academic success b…
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Send us a Text Message. In today's episode, we're addressing a topic that every parent needs to be aware of: "Online Grooming." With the rise of digital communication, it's crucial to understand the tactics that predators use to exploit and abuse children online. From establishing deceptive relationships to desensitizing children to inappropriate c…
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Send us a Text Message. 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 Clayp…
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