Welcome back to Tending Lambs! In this short episode, Katie, Abby and Sam kick off the new season with some updates on where we will be going this season on the podcast.

This week Katie and Abby discuss what it means to extend the principles of gentle parenting to yourself. Show Notes Our Need for God's Word by Paul Jordan

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss all things respect: what it is, what it isn't, and how to handle situations when our kids are being disrespectful to us. Show Notes Triggers by Amber LiaWhy is my Child Behaving This Way?

This week Katie, Abby and Sam talk candidly about some of their biggest struggles and triumphs with gentle parenting. Show Notes Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids by Dr. Laura MarkhamThe Gifts of Imperfect Parenting by Brene Brown, Ph.D.

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss some ways you can gently deal with criticism of your parenting as a gentle parent. Show Notes Brene Brown- expert on empathyRebel, Upholder, Questioner, Obliger: Which One are You?

In this episode, Sam and Katie chat about connecting with your kids, and go over some practical tips on how to do that.Games for developing connection and emotional intelligence from AHA! Parenting Book: Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids by Dr.

This week Katie and Abby are joined by Joel Hawbaker, a blended family coach, to help parents navigate some of the specific parenting challenges unique to blended family life. SHOW NOTES Follow Joel on Facebook or through his website.

This week Katie and Abby tackle how to set the tone for the conversations we have with our kids about sin.

The Whole Brain Child by Dr. Daniel Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne BrysonThree Ways to Help Your Child Succeed from AHA ParentingSet Kids Up For Success: How Autonomy Can Rock Their World from MotherlyIf Gentle Discipline Isn't Working,

This week Katie and Abby discuss how to help children understand bodily autonomy, common violations of a child's bodily autonomy, and address misconceptions. This episode is best listened to without little ears in the room! Show Notes