FROM HANDS-ON TO HANDS FREE; Embracing The Evolution of Parenting

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Ever wondered how to balance the chaos of parenting with maintaining a strong marital bond? Join us on the Relationships 101 Podcast as we share our personal journey of raising four children, ages 18, 14, 12, and 11. Through candid reflections and a good dose of humor, we explore the impact of parenting on our relationship and how keeping faith at the core can guide us through the whirlwind of family life. We promise you insights that no amount of preparation could have given you in the realms of marriage or parenting.
We break down the three pivotal stages of childhood development—early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence—using our guiding principles of Direct, Discipline, and Devote. Drawing from biblical teachings, we discuss how these principles evolve as our children grow, emphasizing the delicate balance between discipline and affection. From the hands-on early years to the more hands-free teenage phase, our anecdotes, including the challenge of monitoring an 18-year-old and training our dog Ryder, bring these concepts to life. This episode is a must-listen for any parent looking to navigate the complexities of each developmental stage with grace and faith.
As we tackle the teen years, we shift gears to focus on character evaluation over gender when it comes to dating, inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s teachings. We delve into the "wireless parenting" phase, where the foundation of trust built in earlier years is put to the test as our children become more independent. Balancing marriage and parenting, we stress that while your partner comes first, children are an integral part of the union. Get ready for a heartfelt discussion on maintaining unity and trust in your marriage while fostering independence and character in your children. Don't miss out on next week's episode where we dive deeper into integrating faith into marital relationships.

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1. FROM HANDS-ON TO HANDS FREE; Embracing The Evolution of Parenting (00:00:00)

2. Navigating Parenting Challenges With Faith (00:00:15)

3. Parenting Principles and Stages (00:04:27)

4. Parenting Stages and Devotion (00:09:09)

5. Wireless Parenting Connection-Building (00:21:41)

6. Parenting Challenges and Faith Evolution (00:27:54)

7. Marriage and Parenting Connection (00:38:23)