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Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy

Daily encouragement from a multitude of speakers, led by Dr. Kathy Koch. All topics covered are helpful not only to kids and their parents, but also to single adults, married couples, teachers, social workers, pastors, and many more. We hope you can be encouraged through these messages, send it to a friend so they can join you in joy and growth!

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18:40

Why the Screen Detox Feels So Hard: Helping Kids...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/21

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why kids can become irritable, anxious, restless, and unfocused when screen time suddenly drops after a season of heavier use. They discuss how screens shape attention and daily rhythms and how parents can create healthier patterns without making every break from routine a technology binge. Parents will be encouraged to use gradual transitions and help kids develop new rhythms and desires that support self

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15:01

Rethinking Homework: The Impact of Well-Designed...

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2026/09/18

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the impact of well-designed homework on student learning. She discusses recent research that shows that upper-grade students can gain approximately five extra months of progress in subjects like math and English through effectively structured homework. In contrast, primary school students benefit less, gaining around three months of additional educational value. Dr. Kathy emphasizes the importance of engaging homework to avoid

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19:22

Understanding Obedience: The Importance of Connection...

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2026/09/17

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the dynamics of obedience and behavior in children and teenagers. Drawing on recent research from U.S. and Israeli studies, she discusses how the authenticity of parents' values heavily influences the effectiveness of parental warnings. When parents model their values consistently and appear genuinely satisfied, their guidance is more likely to be respected by teenagers. However, inconsistencies can lead to feelings of control,

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21:16

Different Does Not Mean Deficient: Your Child Is More...

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2026/09/16

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences can help parents understand their children without reducing them to a label. They discuss how different brains may process the world in genuinely different ways, why environment and fit matter, and how the Eight Great Smarts can help families recognize strengths that might otherwise be overlooked. Parents will be encouraged to seek wise

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15:06

Discomfort Is Survivable: Helping Kids Build Resilience

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2026/09/15

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the difference between compassionately supporting an anxious child and unintentionally teaching them to avoid difficult things. They discuss family accommodation, resilience, knowing when to challenge a child, and how parents can help kids discover that discomfort is survivable. Parents will be encouraged to know their individual children and help them grow in confidence by facing appropriate challenges while

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21:26

Helping Teens Build an Identity Beyond the Invisible...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/14

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore what can happen when teenagers step away from phones and the constant pressure of being watched. They discuss how device free environments can strengthen belonging and give kids space to be more fully themselves. Parents will be encouraged to create rhythms of presence at home and help them build an identity rooted in character and ultimately in God rather than in an online audience.

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18:59

From Patience To Impatience: How A.I. Is Reshaping...

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2026/09/11

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the generational differences in patience and the impact of artificial intelligence on adolescent brain development. She highlights how older generations have a default of patience, having been raised in an era where waiting was the norm, while younger generations often expect instant gratification. Dr. Kathy dives into concerns surrounding the adolescent brain, particularly the development of the prefrontal cortex during these

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12:31

Social Media Manipulation: Building Resilient...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/10

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy delves into the concerning impact of TikTok and other social media platforms on young users' mental health. Drawing from insights from current and former employees who have raised alarms about the app's popularity algorithm, Dr. Kathy discusses how these platforms may lead children to develop a narrow identity, focusing on specific interests or influencers that can limit their personal growth. The conversation highlights the importance of

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16:53

School Anxiety: Understanding Our Kids' Fears and...

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2026/09/09

In this episode, Dr. Kathy Koch discusses the importance of recognizing and nurturing the different types of intelligences in children, particularly focusing on "word smart" kids. Dr. Koch explains how children who excel in verbal skills tend to find school more approachable, as it heavily involves talking, reading, writing, and listening. She highlights the potential anxiety that other children may experience in school if they do not feel competent or smart in these areas. The episode also

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23:22

Get On The Floor: What Kids Learn When Parents Really...

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2026/09/08

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why fully present play can have such a powerful impact on both kids and parents. They discuss how even a few intentional minutes of connection can strengthen security, attachment, trust, and a child's sense of being known, while also helping parents rediscover joy and purpose. Parents will be encouraged to recognize that their kids are smart and to remember that meaningful play does not have to be perfect or

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17:13

Seen, Not Just Diagnosed: What Kids Need Beyond...

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2026/09/07

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the growing influence of mental health content on social media and the important difference between learning psychological language and actually receiving care. They discuss how online content can help kids feel less alone while also spreading incomplete information or replacing needed relationships. Parents will be encouraged to stay curious about what their kids are learning online and remember that lasting

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14:10

Quiet Kids, Fawning, and Awakening Courage to Speak Up

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/04

In today's episode Dr. Kathy explores the idea of Fawning, when a child seems agreeable but is actually suppressing opinions, ideas, and insight because he or she doesn't want to offend or cause problems. Co-host Wayne Stender pushes Dr. Kathy to help us consider when kids might be fawning and when they might legitimately don't have something to add to conversation or situations. It's a great discussion to give perspective on awakening courage in your child, especially if they are naturally a

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18:01

Don't Tell Them to Calm Down: Help Them Feel Safe...

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2026/09/03

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why telling an anxious child to "just relax" often does not work and what parents can do instead. They discuss how stress affects the developing brain and how the Eight Great Smarts can help parents respond more personally. Parents will be encouraged to approach anxious kids with compassion and be a steady presence who points them toward the security and peace found in God.

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17:08

Start Small: Helping Your Family Get Healthy Together

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/02

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore how sleep, nutrition, physical activity, and screen habits work together to shape a child's health and development. They discuss how physical well being can influence security, identity, belonging, purpose, and competence, while encouraging parents to model the habits they hope to see in their kids. Families will be challenged to make gradual, realistic changes together and view caring for the body as an

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17:08

A Valuable Lesson From Dolly Parton: Pouring Yourself...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/09/01

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore the often hidden cost of caregiving and what happens when loving someone else causes our own needs to continually move to the bottom of the list. They discuss sacrifice, burnout, identity, asking for help, and the importance of remembering that caregivers matter too. Listeners will be encouraged to seek support while remaining rooted in Christ and to recognize that caring for themselves can help them continue to

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20:42

The Chatbot Is Not the Parent: What Teens Still Need...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/08/31

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new teen focused safeguards in ChatGPT and what they can, and cannot, do for young people. They discuss emotional dependence, study tools, discernment, and the temptation to let AI replace the struggle and relationships that make learning meaningful. Parents will be encouraged to help teens use technology wisely while forming them to recognize trustworthy voices and stay rooted in relationships and truth that AI

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19:54

Teach Them to Wonder: Helping Kids Imagine a Future...

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2026/08/28

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new neuroscience showing that the brain is built not only to remember the past, but to imagine possible futures. They discuss how security, identity, wonder, and the Eight Great Smarts can help kids picture who they might become without forcing them into a parent's preferred path. Parents will be encouraged to slow down, ask better questions, create opportunities for exploration, and help children develop

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14:36

Beyond Grades: Beyond Raising High Achievers to...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/08/27

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the pressures parents face as their children return to school, particularly the urge to ensure high achievement through tutoring and extra activities. Drawing on insights from Jennifer Wallace's research, which highlights the importance of a "mattering mindset," Dr. Kathy emphasizes that children's long-term success is rooted in their belief in their inherent worth and ability to positively impact the world. The discussion delves

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16:22

Purpose Starts Early: Why Kids Need More Than School...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/08/26

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore why more young people are disengaging from education and work and why the answer may begin much earlier than adolescence. They discuss the importance of security, identity, belonging, purpose, and competence, as well as the role that parents, schools, churches, and communities can play in helping kids discover that they are capable and created to contribute. Parents and leaders will be encouraged to look beyond

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16:38

Stress That Builds and Stress That Breaks: What Kids...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2026/08/25

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids Podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore new research showing how severe early childhood stress can leave lasting biological effects while also emphasizing that those effects do not have to determine a child's future. They discuss the difference between healthy stress that builds resilience and traumatic stress that overwhelms, as well as the importance of presence, patience, compassion, and safe relationships in helping children heal. Parents will be

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