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Honoring Our Imperfect Dads | Ep. 19: If you’ve struggled in your relationship with one (or both!) of your parents, this podcast can give life-changing insight. Hurt and resentment left to brew under the surface can often perpetuate the effects of sin passing from one generation to another... by Connected Families Podcast

25 min listen

Connected Families Podcast: Welcome to the Connected Families Podcast! We are committed to bringing you content that will challenge, encourage, and equip you to be the thoughtful and confident parent you long to be. Beginning June 19th, by Connected Families Podcast

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My Child Hits Me | Ep. 9: Your child is escalating quickly and you have a pretty good idea where this is headed. You know the scenario…the anger turns to screaming, which then becomes a full-blown tantrum. Pretty soon your child hits YOU. by Connected Families Podcast

22 min listen

My Child Says, “I Hate You!” | Ep. 6: Words are powerful. We can so easily take it personally when we hear hurtful words from our children like, “I HATE YOU!” But instead of reacting in frustration and anger, we encourage you to look below the surface. by Connected Families Podcast

19 min listen

What Does It Mean to Be an Emotionally Safe Parent? | Ep. 11: Being an emotionally safe parent is not about being soft or lenient. It’s also not suppressing our anxiety and frustration and trying to look calm when we discipline our kids. If we engage with a heart attitude of “What is wrong with you?! by Connected Families Podcast

19 min listen

I Feel Overwhelmed and Hopeless: Parenting is hard. It takes everything we have…and then some. What happens when we get to the point of feeling totally overwhelmed and hopeless? On this Connected Families Podcast episode, we discuss these overwhelmed feelings, pull them apart, by Connected Families Podcast

20 min listen

Am I a Bad Parent?: You are not a bad parent. Start learning how to stop parenting out of guilt or anxiety. This content is also available in an audio version. When we’re in crisis, the voices built most deeply in us come out. Sometimes that can be positive. by Connected Families Podcast

8 min listen

Teaching Kids to Be Responsible for Their Actions | Ep. 14: Today, Stacy Bellward interviews Jim and Lynne Jackson as they dive deep into ways to correct kids’ misbehavior with the message, “You are RESPONSIBLE for your actions”. Misbehavior is like the tip of the iceberg. by Connected Families Podcast

18 min listen

My Kids Won't Do Chores Without Nagging: Have you ever wondered, “My child can’t manage to even take the garbage out. How will she ever survive in adulthood?” Or, maybe it sounds more like, “I do so much for these kids. Why can’t they do a few simple things to help out?! by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

Communicating Love in the Midst of Misbehavior | Ep. 12: Stacy Bellward is joined by Jim and Lynne Jackson to talk about a message that is essential for discipline situations: You are LOVED no matter what! Why is this necessary? Don’t kids already know they are loved? During the frustration of misbehavior, by Connected Families Podcast

28 min listen

My Tween Wants to Quit Music Lessons | Ep. 8: “I don’t WANT to practice my trumpet.” “My piano teacher is mean!” “I don’t have time to practice with all this homework. I want to quit!” Sound familiar? In today’s podcast, Stacy Bellward and Jim Jackson interview Chad Hayenga, by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

What’s the Best Way to Handle Shared Parenting? | Ep. 63: Co-parenting, intense emotions, tough transitions – these single-mom challenges can be hard! If you are a single mom, you have probably navigated rough waters in these areas. It may feel so discouraging at times. by Connected Families Podcast

44 min listen

My Child Will Not Get Ready for School On Time | Ep. 10: We’re in back-to-school season, bringing all the joy and anxiety that comes with it. One question we hear when we talk with parents is, “What do I do when my child won’t get ready for school on time?” This week Stacy Bellward and Jim Jackson interview ... by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

My Child Won’t Calm Down | Ep. 1: “My child won’t calm down!” Have you ever said these words? Perhaps even this morning? ? On this Connected Families Podcast episode we discuss this relevant parenting concern and provide steps that you can take to move forward with grace and connection... by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

What to Do About the Things Kids Are Scared of At Home | Ep. 40: Mealtime battles, bedtime drama, homework struggles… Can you relate to these anxiety triggers in your home? Often there are deeper emotions under the surface, for both parents and children, that contribute to these conflicts. by Connected Families Podcast

27 min listen

My Child Lies to Me | Ep. 7: Your child has just told you something you are pretty sure is not truthful. What should you do? Do you call them out on it? Should there a serious consequence? In today’s podcast episode Stacy Bellward and Jim Jackson interview Chad Hayenga, LMFT, by Connected Families Podcast

19 min listen

My Kids Fight All the Time! | Ep. 4: It’s summer and the kids are home from school. Is the constant fighting and bickering more than you can take? This week we welcome Lynne Jackson, parent coach and co-founder of Connected Families. She brings stories and practical solutions you can app... by Connected Families Podcast

19 min listen

Connecting With Your Kids…Especially When They Struggle | Ep. 24: You may have heard, “Move TOWARD the struggling child.” This phrase might seem counter-intuitive. Often, when our child is struggling, the last thing we want to do is connect with them. When we show love unconditionally, by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

Find Your Parenting Balance | Ep. 22: How do you define yourself as a parent? Do you feel stuck in your parenting and want to explore a new way? In this podcast Jim and Lynne Jackson, co-founders of Connected Families, are excited to introduce you to a structured framework for parenting t... by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

Leading Down a Grace-Filled Path | Ep. 17: Join Jim Jackson, Connected Families co-founder, and Chad Hayenga, LMFT, Certified Life Coach and parent coach, for this first episode in a 5-part series for dads. Moms, of course you’re welcome to listen! But Jim and Chad will be addressing specific i... by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

Help Your Struggling Child Grieve His Pre-Coronavirus Life | Ep. 31: Like many of us, your child might be grieving his pre-coronavirus life. This challenging time can bring strong emotions to the surface in our kids (and in us as parents). These emotions can be signs of a child’s underlying grief. by Connected Families Podcast

9 min listen

How to Have a Great Summer Without Pestering Your Kids | Ep. 36: Are you feeling anxious about this summer? Summer can be a fantastic opportunity to connect with your kids, but it can also present new challenges. You want to have a great summer, but aren’t quite sure how to get there. by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

My Child is Afraid of Everything | Ep. 38: Do you feel like your child is afraid of everything? Where does anxiety come from in our kids? This is a huge struggle parents often face, especially when tensions are high in the world around us. A survey Connected Families conducted in spring of 202... by Connected Families Podcast

28 min listen

My Child Won’t Get Off Screens | Ep. 2: SCREEN TIME!!! It’s a persistent battle in almost every home. And it is one of the questions we receive most frequently. What should you do when your child constantly asks you for screen time? And more screen time? by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

Discipline That Connects FAQ's: In this podcast, Jim Jackson interviews Stacy Bellward, online course moderator, in a fun and heartfelt conversation. (Find out what even got Jim a little teary!) You’ll get the real scoop on the Discipline That Connects with Your Child’s Heart online... by Connected Families Podcast

16 min listen

Families on Purpose | Ep. 21: The most successful companies usually have clear cut goals and strategies to accomplish those goals. However, most families float through life haphazardly. When families get dangerously off track, parents often say, “I just don’t know how we got here. by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

Walking in Peace and Joy with Your Kids | Ep. 23: We all want a peaceful home where kids feel safe. But sometimes safety is hard to attain, especially when life is stressful. How do we respond during hard parenting moments? How can we do better at walking in peace and joy with our kids? by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

Enjoy Your Children the Way You Always Wanted To | Ep. 44: Are you scrambling to find clarity and help in your parenting? Are you struggling to find practical tools that bring lasting change? Do you wish you enjoyed your children more? Discover the power of connection and the hope of restoring a more peaceful ... by Connected Families Podcast

29 min listen

Your kids? They’re watching. ALL the time. | Ep. 20: In this podcast, Chad Hayenga and Jim Jackson will challenge you to think through what you’re modeling as you parent. They’ll equip you with natural, effective ways to “live your life out loud” in a manner that builds faith and wisdom in your kids. by Connected Families Podcast

24 min listen

Guiding Kids to Right Their Wrongs | Ep. 26: When your kids misbehave, and you need to discipline them, have you considered what they are learning? Are they learning to submit to angry power? Or, perhaps, are they learning how to get better at hiding their misbehavior and sin? by Connected Families Podcast

23 min listen

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