Running away isn’t just about escaping home — it’s often a sign of deeper issues beneath the surface. In today’s episode, Mark sits down with two Heartlight teens who share what led them to leave home and the pain that fueled their choices. Through candid conversations, both young ladies reveal the impact of unstable family dynamics, the pain of isolation and the courage it takes to face their struggles head-on. Listen in as we unpack what’s really going on when teens run away — and how caring

Let’s be real — foster parenting can stretch you to your absolute limit. Between case plans, court dates, appointments, and unpredictable emotions, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly running on fumes.In this episode of What the Foster!, we’re talking about survival — not perfection. I’m sharing five of the biggest sanity-savers that have kept me grounded through the chaos of fostering, parenting, and navigating the system.These are the small habits, mindset shifts, and daily practices that

My daughter eloped last week, and my husband and I couldn't be more delighted. Yet some of our friends are baffled by our reaction. So I'm unpacking the reasons we think it was a smart move on this week's episode of Loving Life at Home.Show Notes VERSES CITED: - Ephesians 3:20 - "Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think...." - Proverbs 18:22 - “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD.” - 1 Corinthians 7:9 - “…it is better to

In this podcast episode, you’ll discover how your phone is quietly draining your patience and making you more easily frustrated and triggered with your kids. If you tend to reach for it as an escape during hard moments, you might be surprised to learn that it’s actually creating more frustration than peace in your life. Sweet mama, if you’ve been trying so hard to stay calm and gentle—but you still find yourself yelling, snapping, or shutting down—I see you. You’re exhausted from trying to fi...

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Are you constantly overwhelmed by decisions and drowning in the chaos of special needs motherhood? What if one simple tool could help you find clarity and purpose on even your hardest days? Could having a mission statement be the anchor you've been searching for? In this episode, I'm getting vulnerable about my journey from infertility and miscarriage to discovering my God-given mission as a mom. I share how that moment of surrender in the shower changed everything and how advocating for my s...

Send us a text The paradox of child malnutrition strikes at the heart of our understanding of pediatric health. Far from being simply about hunger, this deep dive reveals how malnutrition represents a spectrum of nutritional imbalance affecting children across all socioeconomic backgrounds—from undernutrition (stunting, wasting, micronutrient deficiencies) to the increasingly prevalent overnutrition (overweight, obesity). Drawing from comprehensive guidance from Omega Pediatrics, we unpack t...

Send us a text Get the sleep you need and throw a great Halloween party!!..(10/22/25) This is podcast Season #4, episode #120 Get Help Dad Podcast with Bad jokes and tips and tricks to make your life alittle bit better. Instagram: get.help.dad.podcastTiktok: @get.help.dad.podYoutube: Get Help Dad PodcastFYI: You are a great parent!! You can send in your own parenting advice, Dad topics, tell us where you are listening from or lawn care advice to gethelpdad@gmail.com. We are exc...

Please, share, rate, and review our show to support the value and visibility of our episodes. Watch Us & Subscribe on YouTube. We’re grounding into Season 2 with The Earth Element! In this episode, Tanya and Sabrina explore what it means to embody Earth energy—the qualities that keep us steady, grounded, and dependable when life gets chaotic. Building on last week’s episode about Air (and the unskillful energy of lying), Tanya and Sabrina unpack how Earth brings structure, tr...

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Want to learn more about supporting language development in autistic trainings? Catch trainings with Melanie & Jessie inside the NeuroAffirm Therapy Academy: http://neuroaffirmacademy.com/ Today we're talking about how to decode the meaning behind repeated phrases and understand what autistic kids are really trying to say. “What if the words we’ve been trying to quiet are actually the ones we need to hear most?” On this episode of the NeuroAffirm Show, we're diving into echolalia and

Cooking Up French Cuisine with Your Kids Barbara BeeryIn this episode of the Helping Families Be Happy podcast, host Adina Oberman interviews Barbara Beery, founder of Foodie Kids Culinary Center and author of 20 cookbooks, about her newest release "Ooh La La Kids Cook French" launching November 2025. Barbara shares her passion for teaching children French cooking techniques through approachable recipes that emphasize fresh ingredients and family bonding. The conversation explores how cooking with

On Episode #61 of Throwing Your Parents Under the Bus, Veteran Crash Investigator and Driver Safety Expert gives us the lowdown on four ways to avoid a four car pile up. Listen and Learn. What our students say about our courses: ***** by Melody Weinkauf AWESOME! It was extremely helpful and I learned all I need to know and more! Check out our website: DriveSafeRideSafe.com Subscribe to our youtube channel: youtube.com/drivesaferidesafe1 Join our Facebook page: drivesaferidesafe Listen to us...

Did you know the way you touch your child profoundly affects their emotional health? Dr. Roger Smith explains that touch is one of the most powerful ways to fill a child's emotional tank, but warns that touch used only for anger or discipline can become powerfully negative. He shares a study that ranks different types of touch, revealing that a gentle hand on the head or face is often perceived as the most genuine sign of care and concern. Learn how to use deliberate, positive touch—from holding

Switching sleep spaces can be stressful for both parents and babies. Whether you are moving your little from their bassinet to their crib, crib to big kid bed, bedsharing to floor bed, it can be a big transition. In this episode I’m sharing ways to make the transition easier for everyone. I talk you through building familiarity with the new sleep space, helping them feel safe and connected to you in that sleep space, and tips for supporting them through the transition. Some strategies work at...

In this heartfelt episode of The Unstoppable Mama Podcast, Anna opens up about what it truly means to begin again — as a woman, as a mother, and as a human being navigating life’s many seasons. After taking a pause, she returns with honesty and warmth, sharing how stepping back has helped her rediscover herself and realign with what truly matters. Anna reminds every mama listening that it’s okay to pause. It’s okay to outgrow old versions of yourself and start fresh without guilt or apology. ...

What do you really value as a family—and are you living it out in daily life? Truth, the second core practice, is all about clarity and alignment: What do we value, and how do our choices reflect those values?This episode explores where values come from (culture, faith, and intentional decision-making), and how to live them out with teenagers in real, practical ways. I share simple tools like value “experiments,” family check-ins, and repair scripts—plus a reminder that this is not about

Baby products can be deceivingly simple to overly complex. Car seats are made from the brains of baby geniuses and it shows when installing them for the first time.

It’s official—the Homeschool for Freedom Expo is happening!In this solo episode, I share the vision behind one of the biggest projects I’ve ever taken on: organizing and hosting a brand-new homeschool expo for families in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area in summer 2026.If you’ve ever wished for an event that celebrates all homeschoolers—secular and religious, new and experienced, eclectic and traditional—this is for you.You’ll hear:* Why I decided to create the Homeschool for Freedom Expo* How my

Has your adopted child ever asked a question that stopped you in your tracks? Something so deep and painful, you weren’t sure how to answer?💔Hi Neighbor, In this powerful episode, I sit down again with my friend and trusted adoption professional, Jane Baker. Jane brings decades of experience walking with children and families through the hard work of healing adoption trauma. In the first part of this series, we focused on adopted children who simply want to know their story—how to answer their