In this episode, Somer welcomes her and Michelle's good friend, Lauren Diggs to discuss what it's like and what it takes to be confident when your parenting style and boundaries look different than the rest of the worlds. Lauren is a mother of 5 ranging in ages 9 to 32 and even a new grandma so she is speaking from a place of both experience and being in the trenches with you. Lean in! This is a good one. 00:35 Discussing the Challenges of Being a 'Strict' Mom 01:27 Meet Lauren 04:19 Reflecting on Childhood and Parenting Styles 07:25 Adapting Parenting Approach for Different Children 10:31 Navigating The Hard Parts 20:08 The Role of Confidence in Parenting 25:31 Maintaining Open Conversations with Children 29:37 Understanding Your Child's Perspective 29:58 Teaching Kids to Make Beneficial Choices 30:23 Trusting God with Your Child's Journey 34:05 Q&A  52:26 Conclusion: Embracing Your Role as a Parent Join The Patreon Get The SWHW Book