Connected Families Podcast

Connected Families Podcast


Latest Episodes

The Power of Affirmation: 3 Ways Your Words are Life-Giving
January 19, 2025

Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your childs misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? There is science behind the power of affirmation. You can learn to

Rest for the Weary: Simple Spiritual Rhythms for Parents
January 12, 2025

In this episode, Connected Families staff discuss the scriptures and spiritual practices that have helped them stay connected to God in the past year. They also share their vision for the coming year

3 Principles to Help Your Child Calm and Regulate
January 05, 2025

In this episode on calming for kids, Lynne Jackson (Connected Families Co-Founder) and Lydia Rex (Connected Families Certified Parent Coach) talk with Stacy about what role parents play in helping the

Beyond Obedience: One Mom's Journey from Desperation to Connection
December 29, 2024

In this podcast we chat with Danika Delello, who shares how desperate she was for help when dealing with her strong-willed childs frequent, lengthy tantrums. She talks about switching her parenting m

Unwrapping Regret: Making Peace with a Parenting Fail
December 15, 2024

If you imagine your most recent parenting fail, do you cringe or just laugh? Do you wallow in shame or regret? Today, were talking with Dijea Young about moving beyond regret into hope. She shares ex

Moving to the Same Side of the Table: A Father's Journey
December 08, 2024

In todays episode, Connected Families Co-Founder Jim Jackson interviews Stephen Freeman, a father of five, who shares how Connected Families impacted his parenting approach. Through coaching and prac

Better Parenting Starts Here: Reframing Negative Thoughts
December 01, 2024

If youre not satisfied with what your parenting looks like today, maybe becoming a better mom or dad is more about reframing what you already do than finding new tips and tricks that work with your

Holiday Boundaries & Expectations with Family
November 24, 2024

Wondering how you can set holiday boundaries and expectations for family gatherings? Are you looking forward to celebrating Christmas with family but dreading unsolicited advice from well-meaning rela

Being an Adoptee: What It’s Like to Grow Up Adopted
November 18, 2024

Today we chat with Leah Sutterlin, an adoptee, adoptive mom, and adoption advocate, about being an adoptee. Leah shares how early separation affected her later relationships and attachment style and d

Sleep Solutions for Tired Families: Expert Advice
November 10, 2024

Listen in as Connected Families Co-Founder Lynne Jackson and Christina Spaeth-Harrer, pediatric occupational therapist, share their expert insights on improving family sleep. From managing bedtime rou