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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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10:11

Raising Kids in a Culture that Doesn't Value Children

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/13

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy Koch explores the topic of the DINK movement, which stands for dual income with no kids. While research suggests that having children can actually extend a person's life expectancy, there is a growing social trend of couples choosing not to have kids. Dr. Kathy discusses the implications of this movement and how parents can prepare their families and children to thrive in a society that may not value children. Tune in for an insightful

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14:56

Helping Kids with Doubt - ReAir

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/12

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the challenge of helping children believe in Jesus in a culture that fosters doubt. She explores the belief process and how parents can build trust with their children to help them have confidence in their beliefs. She also addresses the topic of doubt and its prevalence, as highlighted by a recent study by the Barna Group.

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14:57

The Stress of Tests on Kids and Parenting Well in...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/11

Standardized tests can cause stress and guide kids to judge themselves unfairly. However, in our modern education system, kids are required to be tested. These tests serve little purpose often times and the director of the Department of Education, Miguel Cardona, has announced new guidelines to work to hone these processes of assessment to be more open to kids who don't test well or see the world differently. Dr. Kathy has some insights on this important topic and how to parent well in these

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11:24

Teens, Energy Drinks, and Conflict Conversations that...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/08

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the issue of teenagers feeling tired and the temptation to medicate their fatigue with energy drinks or caffeine. She highlights the potential risks of consuming too much caffeine, especially for teens and college students. Dr. Kathy addresses the need for open conversations about sleep habits and healthier alternatives to boost energy. Listeners gain valuable insight on how to approach this topic with their kids and prioritize their

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12:04

Anxiety, Creativity, Outside Play, and Identity: A...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/07

Dr. Kathy considers a recent article that linked depression to the decrease in outside play and forming identity. She has some important insights for parents to inspire being creative, guiding outside play, and forming identity for their kids. According to some, the mix of those three in repeated succession drives kids to strong mental health.

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13:05

Caring for Kids When You're Both Confused by Culture

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/06

There seems to be a general mood of confusion from much of society. For kids, they're encouraged to imagine a society where physics, logic, and sexual norms aren't necessary. For adults, they're encouraged to let this societal moment happen because things are "just different now". That mood is revealed more and more in new data on the trends of gender identity and how some younger people are understanding the role and purpose of sexuality. Dr. Kathy has some important insights, and some great

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11:36

Is a Four Day School Week Best for Kids?

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/05

School is important, but are the rhythms students build and the habits of labor formed in school and athletics really healthy? Dr. Kathy considers a report of a school district in Ohio that is shifting their school week to give students and teachers space. In that, is it really healthy for us to push hard to carve out and protect time for students to have down time, and maybe even be bored? Dr. Kathy considers this and more on the Celebrate Kids Podast.

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21:53

What's in Dr. Kathy's Character Book "Parent...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/04

Today we take a few extra minutes to explore Dr. Kathy's new book on character, titled Parent Differently. Dr. Kathy explains why she chose specific character traits to include in her book and how those caring for kids can build places for character formation. Buy the book today at www.celebratekids.com If you want to support the ministry do so at www.celebratekids.com/give

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13:04

When Should Kids Know About Darkness in the World...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/12/01

Dr. Kathy considers a recent opinion piece where an author said she is introducing her toddler to the darkness of the world. The author explains that she doesn't want her young child to grow up and receive a slap in the face from the world and lose bearings, falling into depression that earth is not as idyllic as the fairytales explained. Dr. Kathy unpacks some of the realities of introducing kids to darkness, and gives important insights on how to do it with care, concern, but also to inspire

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12:42

What Kind of Tutoring Best Supports Kids?

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/30

Dr. Kathy responds to a recent report on tutoring and how an enhanced model actually drives students performance in the classroom. As an expert teacher, Dr. Kathy has facilitated successful tutoring programs and has also critiqued failed efforts by some schools to drive student identity and overall academic achievement. She comments today, looking also at the role of discipleship in the Christian framework of guiding students, offering a better way forward for schools, parents, and students.

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15:07

How to Talk to Kids About Healthy Intimate Relationships

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/29

Often conversations about the birds and the bees feel like either a one and done conversation, or that every conversation leads back to that topic. It's hard to find a middle-ground sometimes for intentional parents. But today, Dr. Kathy considers a helpful resource from our friend Christopher Yuan and she gives us some insight on how to engage this topic with grace and dignity that builds a place of security for our kids moving forward. Click here for more on the Holy Sexuality Project>> Click

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14:00

Hallucinate in the Word of the Year...What Does That...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/28

Cambridge Dictionary chose hallucinate as the word of the year. The reasoning has to do with artificial intelligence. Is it helpful for us to assign human-like experiences to artificial intelligence? What does that say about our society and how should we as parents respond to the movement of culture into a place that tries to build an alternative reality with the power of computation? Dr. Kathy has some important insights and encouragement for parents today. Today is Giving Tuesday. Join us at

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17:13

Can We Do Anything To Battle Anxiety for Kids?

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/27

Dr. Kathy Koch addresses the issue of teenage anxiety and its prevalence in today's society. She discusses the statistics that show an increase in anxiety among teenagers and how it has become a part of their reality. Dr. Kathy emphasizes that while statistics may not determine the destiny of individuals, they can have an impact on civilizations as a whole. The episode delves into the question of whether parents should view anxiety as something to be dealt with or simply as a natural part of their

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29:23

021 - Teaching Thankfulness and the Power of...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/25

Dr. Kathy begins unpacking her new book, Parent Differently. She shares insights on one of the core character traits that ignites other traits parents seek to develop in kids. Being thankful and expressing gratitude is a fundamental skill that inspires other traits to grow and flourish in young people. To purchase Parent Differently, click here>>

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13:37

The Power of Belonging for Kids and Development

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/24

Dr. Kathy considers how belonging does more than make us feel good. She outlines in the podcast the value of belonging for building identity, highlighting aspects from her book Five to Thrive, where she shares the core needs found in science that are essential for building a solid identity. Dr. Kathy highlights in her book how these needs are true because God made them true and has them manifest in special ways in reality. In her book, she outlines a Christian view of how these needs are met most

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11:50

Teens, Cell Phones, and the Impact of 5000...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/23

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the impact of interruptions on teen growth and development, with a specific focus on the interruption caused by phones. New research from Common Sense Media reveals that teens are constantly bombarded with notifications, with some receiving up to 5,000 in just 24 hours. The pop-ups are primarily from social media apps and can disrupt school and sleep. Experts advise parents to have non-judgmental conversations with their kids about

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12:49

Surprising Benefits of Gratitude: Developing a...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/22

In this episode, Dr. Kathy discusses the importance of gratitude, especially during Thanksgiving. She delves into the benefits of being thankful and how to develop a gratitude practice. She also explores how gratitude can heal past traumatic experiences and build resilience for future challenges. The Dr. Kathys are joined by Dr. Kathy Cook, who shares insights from her book, Parent Differently, and highlights the significance of gratitude in parenting. She mentions a Stanford professor's study

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13:04

Teaching Kids to Be Alone in a World Filled with Fear...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/21

Being alone is a learned trait, and building that muscle creates space for contemplation, meditation, and reflection. Space for these things opens opportunities for a deeper understanding of growth and founding a solid identity in Christ. The world is fearful of kids being alone, and maybe even more of teaching kids to be alone. Dr. Kathy has some important insights on how we can encourage kids in hard times to pursue hard things that benefit them later in life.

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13:47

Combating Loneliness, A Primary Cause of Teen Mental...

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/20

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy discusses the alarming rise of teen mental health issues, which some are calling another pandemic. They explore the impact of social media and technology on young people's mental well-being, highlighting the increasing sense of loneliness among teens and young adults. She also examines how God's light can offer encouragement and support during these dark times.

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29:45

020 - Competence | The Five Core Needs on Dr. Kathy Says

Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy ·

2023/11/18

Dr. Kathy continues teaching on the five core needs as parents and those caring for kids are entering into a challenging time in the school year. The changing of seasons in the fall often marks a change in attitude and a struggle with motivation. Dr. Kathy gives important insights to how we can speak to the core needs of kids and thus encourage them as they build resiliency during challenging times.

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