Podcasts about raising girls

Thanks for joining us for Part 2 of our series on Raising A Child with Special Needs. But first..Dave and Bethlie answer a question from a listener. "What do yall recommend to do for family devotions with a 2 year old, and even how often?" Make family devotions simple and easy Read to  your little one This trains them to sit and listen Memorize 1 verse with your little one Say it to them over and over at specific times Before a meal Before prayer At bedtime Say it repeatedly until they begin saying it themselves Pray with them (just a short prayer . . .) Put them in bed and have dim lights and quiet music Talk quietly at that time of night Kneel beside their bed Touch them, rub their head or their back and sing to them, say a verse to them, and have a short prayer Now let's dive into the episode for today! Parenting Special Case Scenarios 1. Recognize that “special needs” vary in scope and demand Severe autism vs. “on the spectrum” Fetal alcohol syndrome Blind Deaf ODD, ADHD, ADD 2. Recognize that special needs are nothing new  Parents have dealt with special needs throughout history You are not alone Illustration of reaching DEAF through the Bill and Cathy Rice family Illustration of Helen Keller

Ashley Parker has covered some of the biggest political events of our time — but for years she's been obsessed with a very different type of story: birth stories. In this episode, Ashley opens up about her own experiences with childbirth and pregnancy, raising three girls, and a mistake she made as a teenager involving a camera… and boobs. If you follow her work, this is a side of Ashley Parker you've never heard before! … Recommendations from the archive #73 Love Yurts … Episode resources • Ashley's Atlantic essay about miscarriage (gift link expires 5/12/25) • Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support • March of Dimes • The Miscarriage Association … Sponsors (using our links supports the show!) • Blueland: 15% off your first order at blueland.com/longshort … Join LST+ for community and access to You Know What, another show in the Longest Shortest universe! Follow us on Instagram Website: longestshortesttime.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, host Melissa Jones dives into the importance of empowering girls through various stages of their lives. She explores the ever-evolving needs of daughters and how parents can adapt their strategies to foster confidence, independence, and emotional growth.Tune in to discover:The challenges girls face, especially when it comes to self-esteem and social dynamics.Five essential action steps parents can take to help their daughters build confidence and independence.The significance of evolving boundaries and ongoing conversations in parenting.Why setting digital boundaries is crucial in today's online world.How positive self-talk and a strong network of mentors and role models empower girls.By focusing on nurturing healthy friendships, fostering independence, and encouraging open communication about both online behavior and peer pressure, this episode provides parents with practical advice for supporting their daughters as they navigate their formative years.Download the Quick Tips PDF of today's episode for future reference.If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's work together to raise the next generation of confident girls.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Josie McSkimming on growing up with her bohemian sister, the poet Dorothy Porter, and how their lives took off on wildly diverging paths as they grew up.Sisters Dorothy and Josie Porter grew up in an interesting and sometimes volatile home on the northern beaches of Sydney in the 1970s.Together with their middle sister Mary, they lived in a world of books, a backyard menagerie of animals, and regular birdwatching excursions. Their father Chester was a well-known lawyer who was sometimes a explosive presence at home. Josie adored her charismatic big sister 'Dod', for her wicked sense of humour, her appetite for life, and her fierce talent.After the girls left home and began their adult lives, they set off on wildly different paths.Dorothy ran headlong into bohemian adventures, and became a famous poet. While Josie, to her sister's dismay, became a born-again Christian for 35 years, eventually leaving the church after questioning the doctrines enforcing women's submission.Dorothy died at just 54 years old, and decades later, Josie has written down her own version of the family story, paying tribute to the many ways her big sister shaped her life.This episode of Conversations explores family dynamics, parenting, love, grief, sisters, sisterhood, poetry, religion, indoctrination, gay conversion, coming out, lesbians, the queer community, writing, books, family history, origin stories, parenting, mothers, fathers, Lindy Chamberlain, Australian poets, modern poets, Church, bible study, leaving the church, Mona Vale.Gutsy Girls: Love, Poetry and Sisterhood is published by UQP.

This week, we talk to the gorgeous Mollie King all about motherhood, transitioning from 1 to 2 kids and her thoughts on the major Mummy Pig announcement! Currently on maternity leave after having her second daughter, Liliana, Mollie is learning to navigate life with her two young girls. We discuss how motherhood has changed us, how we wish to raise our girls and how our older ones took to welcoming their siblings after the news of Mummy Pig and her pregnancy announcement! We talk about our experiences of introducing a new baby and all the funny and sometimes uncomfortable questions that our children ask us when it comes to making babies, growing babies and delivering babies!Get ready for some very relatable and humorous chit chat! We hope you enjoy!All our love,Holly & Sophie xx Support the show

How can a gentle word transform your relationships and leave a lasting impact on your home? In this episode of the True Girl MomCast, Dannah Gresh unpacks the biblical power of kind and gentle speech, showing how it can bring healing and reflect God's heart. Tune in for practical wisdom and encouragement to help you and your daughter speak life into every conversation!Get the True Girl Subscription BoxGet tickets to the True Girl Crazy Hair TourLast chance to register for Our Upcoming Online Bible StudyListen to The Power, Wisdom, & Reward of a Gentle Word series by Dannah Gresh aired on Revive Our Hearts

Girls are often sent messages that can leave them feeling unseen, unheard, and boxed in by societal expectations. How can we as parents help them challenge these limiting narratives and grow into their full potential?   In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein to explore:   - How societal norms shape girls' self-perception, from the “pink frilly dress” phase to body image struggles in their teens.   - Research statistics that will blow your mind on everything from when gender bias begins, how widespread it is, and its impact on everything from what parents Google to how often girls and boys are called on in school.   - How to examine and confront the gender stereotypes we unknowingly pass on to our kids when so much of it is unconscious.   - Practical strategies to help kids understand and navigate the societal messages they encounter. Including a simple yet powerful hack for challenging gender roles when reading children's books.   - Actionable advice for fostering resilience and confidence in girls, as well as how to teach boys to work alongside girls to combat toxic masculinity.   If you want to help your kids break free from limiting narratives and thrive as their authentic selves, this episode is a must-listen!     LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. JO-ANN: https://www.joannfinkelstein.com/   READ DR. JO-ANN'S BOOK:

Kasey Edwards has spent the last 10+ years researching & writing about raising kids who like themselves & she's used everything she's learnt to re-parent herself. Now she's on a mission to teach you to do the same. She's rewritten the most common, toxic rules you were likely taught in childhood to show you that you deserve more than what you've been taught to accept.  CONTENT WARNING: This episode briefly discusses child sexual abuse. CONNECT WITH US Connect with ⁠That's Helpful on Instagram. Find Kasey via her website & on Instagram. BOOKSGoodbye Good Girl, Hello Me Bringing up Boys Who Like Themselves Raising Girls Who Like Themselves PODCASTSThe 7 Non-Negotiables of Raising Girls who Like Themselves How to Bring up Boys Who Like Themselves This episode discusses: self-esteem, self-discovery, trauma, women empowerment, toxic beliefs, validation, love languages, personal growth, mental health, reparenting, love languages, relationships, body image, societal expectations, women empowerment, competition, self-worth, communication, emotional health, personal growth.

Welcome to the first episode of Dad Stories! Jordan and Jahi sit down with CashCal to explore the highs and lows of fatherhood. We dive into the unique joys and challenges of raising daughters, the impact of co-parenting, and the lessons learned along the way. From court proceedings to raising confident girls, we talk about the real-life struggles and victories fathers face in today's world. CashCal shares his personal journey and offers valuable insights on navigating fatherhood with love, strength, and faith. If you're a dad, thinking about fatherhood, or just want to hear some real, raw stories, this episode is for you. Tune in and be part of this important conversation!

"They were promoting a radical agenda. God had a much bigger plan!" ~ Patti Garibay Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel.  Yvette Hampton sits down with Patti Garibay, the founder and executive director of American Heritage Girls (AHG), for a conversation centered on raising daughters with integrity and faith in a world that often challenges Christian values. Discover the inspiring journey behind the creation of AHG and its mission to build women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Learn how this Christ-centric scouting organization empowers young girls with resilience and purpose. Don't miss Patti's insights on nurturing the next generation of leaders and faithful followers of Christ. Has the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast been a blessing to you? Support from our listeners allows us provide resources, support, and encouragement to homeschooling families around the world. Would you please consider a year-end gift to support the Schoolhouse Rocked ministry? Recommended Resources: Why Curse the Darkness When You Can Light a Candle? By Patti Garibay - https://amzn.to/3ExQzES AHG on Facebook: facebook.com/AmericanHeritageGirls AHG on X: twitter.com/ahgnews AHG on Instagram: instagram.com/ahgfun Podcast Recommendations: Raising Boys to be Godly Men - Mark Hancock of Trail Life, Part 1 Raising Boys with Godly Character - Mark Hancock of Trail LIfe, Part 2 Saving America's Boys - Mark Hancock of Trail Life, Part 3 Thinking Dad Podcast

Lantz Howard and Dr. Henry Cloud, a psychologist and author, shared insights on relationships, leadership, and personal growth. They discussed the importance of intentionality in relationships, self-awareness in leadership, and the integration of psychology and theology in personal development. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Cloud emphasized the value of perseverance, forgiveness, and understanding attachment styles, while also sharing personal experiences and future plans for his work. Dr. Henry Cloud is a clinical psychologist, pastor to pastors, and New York Times bestselling author. His 46 books, including the iconic Boundaries, have sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Throughout his storied career as a clinician, he started treatment centers, created breakthrough new models rooted in research, and has been a leading voice on issues of mental health and leadership on a global scale. https://www.drcloud.com/ -- To explore working with Lantz Howard as your professional coach you can get started by completing the free whole hearted leader assessment at www.lantzhoward.com

This episode is going to shatter the phrase ‘good girl' for you FOREVER. You'll see why striving to be a 'good girl' is robbing you of your energy, well-being & even your identity plus learn the research backed strategy on how to set yourself free to live the life YOU want to live. Dr Michelle McQuaid is an honorary fellow at Melbourne University's Center for Wellbeing Science & author of The Perfectly Imperfect Little Girl & The Perfectly Imperfect Women's Journal. Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com CONNECT WITH US Connect with ⁠That's Helpful on Instagram. Find Dr Michelle via ⁠her website & on substack. BOOKSJoin The Perfectly Imperfect Books Launch Party PODCASTSLife Lessons in Divorce and Breakups with Helen ThornThe Good Girl Gamechangers Podcast This episode covers: parenting, raising girls, relationships, attachment, mindset, psychology, raising boys, patriarchy, masculinity, anger, identity, knowing yourself, mothering yourself, conforming to patriarchal standards, liberation, being empowered.

On this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we delve into a topic many parents face but often struggle to navigate: big emotions. Too often, our daughters' intense reactions are dismissed as “just being dramatic,” but there's so much more beneath the surface. Understanding and supporting them in processing these emotions can make all the difference in building their confidence and resilience.Tune in to discover:Why your daughter's big emotions may feel overwhelming to her—and how to approach them with empathy.Tools to help her identify and process her feelings in a healthy, constructive way.The importance of acknowledging her perspective, even when it feels like “no big deal” to you.Strategies to create a safe space for communication and emotional expression.How to help her develop positive outlets and build a “toolbelt” to manage challenging emotions over time.By supporting our daughters in navigating these emotional challenges, we empower them to feel heard, understood, and equipped to face life with confidence. This episode is packed with practical tips and insights to guide you on this journey! If you know a parent who could benefit from this conversation, share this episode with them! Let's unite to uplift and empower the next generation of confident girls!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

On this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we explore the crucial role friendships play in shaping our daughters' confidence and well-being. Not all friendships are created equal, and knowing how to identify the ones that build her up versus those that tear her down is essential. We share practical tools and insights to help parents navigate this sensitive but impactful topic.Tune in to discover:How to help your daughter assess whether her friendships are uplifting and positive.The benefits of healthy, supportive relationships for girls' growth and confidence.What toxic friendships look like and the signs to watch for.Strategies to foster open conversations, set boundaries, and prioritize quality over quantity in friendships.By empowering our girls to recognize and nurture healthy connections, we're equipping them with tools to thrive in all areas of their lives. Don't miss this insightful episode and be sure to share it with another parent or friend who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

On this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we delve into the Hidden Side of Peer Pressure. Peer pressure can take many forms, and its subtle nature often makes it difficult to recognize. We explore how it influences girls at various developmental stages and share practical advice for parents and guardians to guide their daughters toward positive choices and away from harmful influences.Tune in to discover:What hidden peer pressure looks like and how it impacts our girls.Key signs parents can watch for to stay proactive.How peer pressure evolves as girls grow and develop.Real-life scenarios showcasing this often-overlooked form of pressure.Join us as we unpack strategies to empower girls to navigate peer influence with confidence and resilience. Share what resonated most with you in this episode and join the club on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

In this episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we dive into simple and actionable strategies to help parents support their daughters as they transition back into routines after the holiday season. From managing school stress to re-establishing healthy habits, we'll guide you on how to create a positive and balanced start to the new year.Tune in as we discuss:Why starting a new year can feel challenging for our girls.Some common concerns or statements our girls might share as they face the new year.Insights into disruptions or changes in routines that may have occurred during the holidays.Practical tips to make the return to routine as seamless and stress-free as possible.Join us to learn how to make this transitional period an opportunity for growth, resilience, and confidence for your daughter. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

As we begin a new calendar year, this episode of Raising Confident Girls is all about embracing the feeling of possibility and setting goals with heart. While the new year often brings pressure to plan and achieve, goal setting doesn't have to be strict or stressful. Instead, it can be simple, reflective, and adaptive—focused on small, consistent actions that empower our girls, rather than overwhelm.Tune in for more on:When is the best time to set goals?Common challenges in goal setting and how to overcome them.Adapting and pivoting goals as life changes.Turning goals into visuals for motivation and clarity.The power of small actions in creating meaningful change.The importance of family goals and collective growth.Join us as we explore how to make goal-setting a positive, empowering experience for you and your girls in 2025. Let's set the stage for a year of growth, possibility, and confidence! Plus, join the club on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!The 1000 Girls Project: Support HERE!https://www.girlspositivityclub.orgMelissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back to the Raising Confident Girls podcast! Today we're diving into a topic that's sure to resonate with many of you: how to help your girl navigate the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.While the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, they can also be a source of stress and anxiety, especially for our girls. In this episode, we'll explore the common triggers of holiday stress and share practical tips to help your girl stay grounded and centered.You'll learn:The hidden stressors that can impact your girl's holiday experience.Stories from girls who've faced holiday challenges.Effective strategies to help your girl manage stress and anxiety.How to empower your girl to focus on what she can control.Let's make this holiday season a truly magical one for everyone, including you! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! The 1000 Girls Project: Support HERE!https://www.girlspositivityclub.orgMelissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

In this episode of Base Camp Live, Keith McCurdy shares insights on raising resilient and grounded young women in a culture filled with conflicting messages and challenges. Joined by host Davies Owens and his daughter Hannah, they discuss practical strategies for fostering emotional strength, identity, and capability in daughters, emphasizing the role of parents, faith, and intentional community. From navigating emotions to encouraging risk-taking and adventure, this conversation offers timeless wisdom and actionable steps for shaping sturdy girls who thrive in any season of life.Special Thanks to our partners who make BaseCamp Live possible:ZipCastWilson Hill AcademyAmericas Christian Credit UnionClassic Learning TestGordon CollegeClassical Academic PressLife Architects Coaching Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions on classical Christian education, and join us next time on BaseCamp Live! Remember to subscribe, leave us a review, and reach out to us at info@basecamplive.comDon't forget to visit basecamplive.com for more info and past episodes.

Welcome back to the Raising Confident Girls podcast! Today we're diving into a topic that's sure to resonate with many of you: how to help your girl navigate the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.While the holidays are a time of joy and celebration, they can also be a source of stress and anxiety, especially for our girls. In this episode, we'll explore the common triggers of holiday stress and share practical tips to help your girl stay grounded and centered.You'll learn:The hidden stressors that can impact your girl's holiday experience.Stories from girls who've faced holiday challenges.Effective strategies to help your girl manage stress and anxiety.How to empower your girl to focus on what she can control.Let's make this holiday season a truly magical one for everyone, including you! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

We're back with another episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast! This week, we're tackling a topic that's likely all too familiar: homework. For many families, homework can be a source of stress or frustration, and every girl's experience with it is unique. In this episode, we'll share practical tips to help make homework a productive, positive part of her routine—without sacrificing her confidence along the way.Tune in as we discuss:Common homework challenges and how to overcome them.Creative ways for your daughter to approach her assignments. The emotions that often come up around homework and how to navigate them.Strategies to set your daughter up for long-term success in her schoolwork.Each girl has her own way of learning, and it's all about discovering what works best for her. Join us as we explore how to create a supportive, encouraging environment that fosters both discipline and self-assurance. If you found something of value in this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

This week on the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we're diving into a topic many of us have seen firsthand or heard about from the girls in our lives: the Friendship Rollercoaster. Picking up from last week's discussion on girl drama, we're exploring the ups and downs that come with navigating friendships. In this episode, we'll talk about:The range of emotions that friendships can stir up—those exhilarating highs and unexpected lows.Common triggers that can shift these emotions, from misunderstandings to shifting dynamics.How we can encourage our girls to embrace, rather than avoid, challenging conversations.My “rollercoaster” metaphor and how it can help both parents and girls approach friendships with compassion and perspective.By guiding our girls through these important conversations, we help them build resilience and nurture the skills to form meaningful, lasting relationships as they grow. Tune in to help your girl find her footing through friendship's twists and turns! Share what resonated most with you in this episode and join the club on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

This week on the Dads with Daughters podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Efrem Martin, a dedicated father of four daughters and a passionate advocate for intentional fatherhood. In this engaging discussion, Efrem shared his personal journey, the unique challenges he faced, and his inspiration behind writing his book, "Daddy's Girl's: A Father's How-to in Building Lifelong Relationships with our Daughter's," and starting the Girl Dad YouTube channel. Here are some profound insights from their conversation. The Beginning of Efrem Martin's Fatherhood Journey One of the key moments in Efrem's life was discovering that he would become a father to a daughter for the first time. Reflecting on that time, Efrem admitted to feeling a mix of nervousness and excitement. As a young man of 23 and a Marine transitioning into civilian life, he was embarking on a monumental chapter in his life. Despite some initial fears, Efrem expressed a unique perspective: he always wanted daughters because he believed they would make him a better man. He credited his upbringing, particularly being raised by a nurturing mother in a single-parent household after the tragic loss of his father, with preparing him for this role. He drew strength and inspiration from his mother's unwavering support and the exemplary male figures—his uncles, cousins, and coaches—who stepped in to mentor him. Overcoming Adversity and Becoming a Role Model Efrem's father was murdered when Efrem was only two years old, fundamentally shaping his upbringing. Though he grew up without a father, Efrem found guidance in other male role models, like his coaches, who treated him like their own son. These experiences instilled in him the importance of having strong, positive male influences and reinforced his commitment to being an involved and supportive dad. Having worked for 20 years in the criminal justice system and 10 years in K-12 education, Efrem witnessed firsthand the detrimental effects of the criminal justice system on children and families. This professional backdrop fueled his determination to ensure his daughters stayed out of the system and thrived in a safe, nurturing environment. Efrem Martin's Philosophy: Raising Free Thinkers Efrem's approach to fatherhood extends beyond mere presence; it is about fostering independence and critical thinking in his daughters. He emphasized the importance of raising his girls to be free thinkers rather than focusing solely on independence. By encouraging them to challenge the world around them and question everything, Efrem prepared his daughters to navigate life with self-awareness and confidence. This philosophy is encapsulated in his self-published book, "Daddy's Girls," where he outlines the stages of development from birth to adulthood. Additionally, his Grow Dat YouTube channel serves as a platform to further elaborate on these concepts, providing fathers with data-driven insights, visual aids, and practical guidance on raising daughters. The Grow Dat YouTube Channel: Fostering a Community of Learning Launched in July 2023, Efrem's Grow Dat YouTube channel is a treasure trove of wisdom and support for fathers. With over 55 livestreams covering diverse topics, Efrem draws from his extensive experience and professional background to offer valuable content. His goal is not to amass a large following but to attract the right audience—fathers genuinely seeking to improve their parenting skills. Unlike other platforms, Efrem's channel delves into deeper, more complex issues of fatherhood, leveraging his knowledge in criminal justice and education to provide context and solutions. His dedication to building this community organically reflects his commitment to authenticity and meaningful engagement. Looking Ahead: A Vision for Greater Engagement Efrem has ambitious plans for the future of Grow Dat. Starting in 2025, he aims to transform the channel into a more interactive space, featuring one-on-one engagements with fathers. He believes that real-time conversations and shared experiences can enrich the learning process for everyone involved. By fostering a supportive network of dads, Efrem hopes to create a space where fathers can share their struggles, triumphs, and insights in raising daughters. Conclusion: Consistency as the Cornerstone Towards the end of the podcast, Efrem shared his core advice for fathers: be consistent. Consistency, he believes, is the foundation of effective parenting. It provides daughters with a sense of security, allowing them to grow into confident, independent, and thoughtful individuals. Efrem Martin's journey and insights remind us that fatherhood is a profound and ongoing adventure. Through his book, his YouTube channel, and his unwavering dedication, Efrem continues to inspire fathers to embrace their roles with commitment, compassion, and a desire for continuous growth. For more about Efrem Martin, his book "Daddy's Girls," and the Grow Dat YouTube channel, visit his channels and social media as outlined in the podcast episode. Remember, as fathers, we have the power to shape the next generation, one loving, consistent day at a time.   TRANSCRIPT (Unedited transcript created with CASTMAGIC_ Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:05]: Welcome to dads with daughters. In this show, we spotlight dads, resources, and more to help you be the best dad you can be.  Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:00:16]: Welcome back to the Dads with Daughters podcast where we bring you guests to help you be active participants in your daughters' lives, raising them to be strong, independent women. Really excited to have you back again this week. As always, every week, I love being able to be on this journey with you, an opportunity to be able to talk every week and be able to work through what it means to be a dad to a daughter. And the biggest thing that I keep telling you over and over again is that being a father to a daughter is not always going to be the easiest, but you don't have to do this alone. And that's the thing that is most important is that you show up every week. You show up not only for your daughters, but show up for this. And you and you can hear from other dads, other people that have resources and things that you can do day in, day out to be that engaged dad that you wanna be. That's why this podcast exists. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:01:09]: It exists to help you to be able to be the dad you wanna be and help you raise those strong, independent women that you want your daughters to be. This week, we got another great guest with us today. Efrem Martin is with us today, and Efrem is a father of 4 girls and owner of the Girl Dad YouTube Channel. And we're going to talk about his own journey in being a dad, but also some things that he's doing to be able to help dads just like you to be those girl dads that they want to be as well. So I'm really excited to have him with us today. Efrem, thanks so much for being here today. Efrem Martin [00:01:41]: Thank you for having me, sir. Appreciate you. Appreciate you. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:01:44]: Well, I really appreciate you being here today. And the first and and and first and foremost, one of the things that I love doing is turning the clock back in time. I wanna go all the way back. I know your oldest is 36, so I wanna go all the way back. It might be 36 years, might be 35 years, but we're gonna go all the way back to that first moment that you found out that you were going to be a father to a daughter. What was going through your head? Efrem Martin [00:02:05]: It was crazy. Nervous, excited, just all the above. And baby girls, they change your world. They change your life. So it was, I was young, 23. So very excited, though. Very excited. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:02:17]: Now I talk to a lot of dads, and a lot of dads step into fatherhood and they're a little scared. Not only being scared of being a father, but when you put on that extra layer of being a father to a daughter, there's some additional fear. What would you say was your biggest fear in raising daughters? Efrem Martin [00:02:35]: I think for me, just getting out of the marine corps, I was, you know, I was in the United States Marine Corps and, transitioning out and just being young, just getting my life in order, just planning and trying to understand exactly the direction I was gonna go, getting into school, making sure I got my bachelor's degree, and just planning out my life more than anything else. So that in itself was nervous for me, but I knew I was gonna be a good dad. I wasn't so much worried about that. It was just, it was exciting more than anything else. And, just looking forward to the, challenge because I actually if you believe me or not, I actually wanted daughters because I knew that they would make me a better man. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:03:16]: So when you say that you knew that being a father to a daughter would make you a better man, talk to me about that. What was it about being a father to a daughter that made you feel that way? Efrem Martin [00:03:27]: Being raised, I came from a single parent household because my father was murdered when I was 2. Okay? So being raised without a father myself and having this incredible mother, My mother was the most nurturing, incredible woman. So getting everything from her, she couldn't teach me how to be a man, but she was just such a nurturer, and she was very attentive. So I got a lot of great qualities from her. And like I said, I didn't have my my father, but I always had my uncles. I had my first cousins. I had my brothers. So I always had good men in my life. Efrem Martin [00:04:00]: I've never been taken advantage of as I was never taken advantage of as a child, as a kid, and my community embraced me as a as a child. So I always had good men in my life. And all the men in my life, even though I didn't have a father, they were all married. So they had their own children. And that was my experience. I wasn't exposed to a lot of single parents in my life. So not having a father, I didn't really know what to expect because I didn't have a man to guide me, but I knew that I had it in me to be this good father to a baby girl. And like I said, having my mother, I've been around my aunts my whole life, my sisters. Efrem Martin [00:04:37]: I I'm the youngest of of of 5. So being the baby, my sisters will tell you I got over, but I don't think so. I just think I was smarter because my mom was tired by the time she got to me. But I was a good kid, so I never gave my mom any any problems. I was an athlete my entire life. And so I don't think you're ever ready, but coming out of the marine corps, I had a lot more focus. I was very well disciplined, and I wasn't really, really concerned. I was I was looking forward to the journey more than anything else. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:05:05]: So talk to me about the fact that you just mentioned with your father getting murdered at such an young age for you and not having a father in that way in your life. You had other male role models, other people in your life. How did that impact you as you grew up and moved into fatherhood to be able to be the dad that you wanted to be even though you didn't have that father figure per se in your life? Efrem Martin [00:05:32]: Okay. So for me, because I was an athlete, I played sports year round. So all my coaches, they were married, and they had their own children. So I had good men in my life that I was able to watch how they interacted with their children. And that was major for me. It was, it impacted my life because I was just one of very few boys that didn't have a father. Everyone else around me had their dads. People ask me, do you think you lost out on anything? Absolutely. Efrem Martin [00:05:58]: I think I lost out on a lot, but I never focused on that because I was so busy. And like I said, the men that I had access to, a Latino man in my life, a white man in my life, and I had these men in my life. I didn't have a lot of well, the black men I had in my life, they were my uncles. I grew up in a community back in the seventies. It was the Chicano community, so they were all Latin men, Latinos. So all my coaches, they were either Latino or white men, but they were good men. So as a kid, that's what I focused on, and they were just good to me. And they treated me like their own. Efrem Martin [00:06:31]: So I think what I came to understand as I got older was that you need good men in your life. And as long as you have good men in your life, you're pretty much capable of everything. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:06:42]: Now raising kids is not always easy. There are definite positive times and hard times as well. As you look back at the years of raising your daughters into the women that they've become today, what was the hardest part in being a father to a daughter? Efrem Martin [00:06:59]: You know, I have a totally different skill set because I worked in the criminal justice system for 20 years, and then I worked in k 12 education for 10 years. So I worked with children for 30 years. So my difficulty was making sure that they didn't end up in the criminal justice system, and I had examples on what not to do. So I was able to maneuver a lot differently. I didn't have a lot of the challenges, I believe, that a lot of fathers were going to experience because being a state juvenile probation officer and working with these these children that were adjudicated and just seeing families get messed over by the criminal justice system, I just knew this was not gonna be my children. So I learned early in my career that I have to have hope and I have to believe that if something was to happen to me, that there's going to be good adults out there that would step in and make sure that my daughters were taken care of like I was taking care of these children. So I wasn't really I just had a different sense of urgency, and the criminal justice system just it's not good for kids. So that kept me that kept me focused because what I was dealing with every day as a state juvenile probation officer and just seeing how kids got messed over, not my daughters. Efrem Martin [00:08:14]: There's no way. And I wasn't going to invite the government into my life. I was not ever going to allow the government to have a say in the rearing of my children because when you do that, the more the government gets involved, the more say they have, the more adults that are involved. Your voice isn't heard as a parent. So my YouTube channel, Grow Dat YouTube channel, what I do is with my live streams and my videos is is I go a lot deeper, and I'm able to explain, I believe, all the stages of development. My book Daddy's Girls, I cover 3 stages of development, birth to 10 years of age, 11 to 13, and 14 to 18. And I explain in my book the sense of urgency that fathers need to have in order to build long term sustainable relationships with their daughters, with their baby girls. So this is my way of giving back. Efrem Martin [00:09:04]: All my daughters are adults. They're out of the house, and I just wanna see all fathers do well with their children regardless of their ethnic group background and or culture. So this is why I decided to launch my YouTube channel. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:09:19]: So let's talk about what you are creating, what you have created, the book that you've put out there. As an author myself, I know there's a lot of passion that has to go into being able to get through the writing of a book. And you mentioned the self published book that you put out there, Daddy's Girls, that's now available on Amazon that that you've written. Talk to me about the inception of that and what made you decide that you wanted to put the time, the effort, the passion into writing it, but also trying to get it out into the world for others to read and to learn from and grow from. Efrem Martin [00:09:50]: So I already knew when when my youngest daughter, Cheyenne, got to high school in 2014, it was just her I had her and my daughter, Zuri. They were the last 2. And Zuri was gonna be graduating in 2016. Cheyenne was going to be graduating in 2018. I decided in 2014, once Cheyenne graduates, I was going to write my book. I wanted to get them through all the stages so I could have a little bit more substance in my explanation. Having the background that I have working in the criminal justice system in K-twelve education, I was a teacher, restorative justice coordinator, and dean of students. So having the background of working on the back end of the criminal justice system and the front end of k 12 education, I just believe I could I would be able to explain to fathers what's coming. Efrem Martin [00:10:35]: I don't tell fathers how to raise their children, their baby girls. What I explain to fathers is this is what's coming. And I believe that I could lay a framework of understanding so they have a better understanding of what's coming with their daughters. Daughters are very, very complex, as you know. You have a daughter. You have daughters. Daughters are very complex because they're going to have emotional highs and emotional lows. And understanding the different stages of development, I wish I had somebody like me when I was raising my daughters because it would have helped explain a lot of different things. Efrem Martin [00:11:08]: YouTube was it came to the forefront around 2,005. So by 2010, my girls were pretty much they were not grown girls, but they were well on their way. The book itself is very complimentary of my YouTube channel, of my live streams, and my videos. And like I said, I just believe that I'm able to go a lot deeper. There are other YouTube channels that are out there that are that are dealing with fathers of daughters. Most of them are normally dealing with daughters under 10 years of age, and they're amazing. I get to go a lot deeper, I believe, because of my professional experience as well as my experience as a father and living it every day. And all my girls are grown, and they're amazing women. Efrem Martin [00:11:55]: So I'm able to explain, I believe, a lot of things for fathers and save them a lot of steps. And I just look forward to the engagement because I'm very interested where fathers are at at the different stages and how I can help them. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:12:07]: So you went from having this book to, as you were talking about, creating this YouTube page to, again, try to get some of your messaging out. What kind of response have you been getting to not only the book, but the YouTube channel and trying to and what are you trying to mostly share, and what are you hoping that people are gonna take away from reading the book or watching your videos that you're putting out into the world? Efrem Martin [00:12:29]: Well, I'm big on engagement, and the purpose of my YouTube channel is to get engagement because I know fathers are busy. I believe that my engagement has been well. I the book is doing well, and the YouTube channel, I'm building it organically. Now I could go a whole different direction with my YouTube channel and have 10,000 subscribers or 20,000 subscribers. I'm not interested in having a lot of subscribers. I'm interested in having the right subscribers. And YouTube is very YouTube I'm learning a lot from YouTube. It's very interesting, the dynamics of YouTube, the space of YouTube. Efrem Martin [00:13:05]: So I'm learning a lot from YouTube. And my overall goal, like I said, is to help fathers understand our sense of urgency. So I believe the engagement has been amazing. I don't get a lot of comments because I think fathers there's a lot of fathers. I just think they're nervous. And we're men. Right? And a lot of men, we're just not sure. And so this great content I'm putting out, it's in the hands of fathers. Efrem Martin [00:13:28]: I'm going to eventually get my audience. It's coming. And I just I'm ready. To date, I've done 55 livestreams since, July of 2023, so I'm I'm consistent. And in 2025, I'm gonna change things up a little bit. I wanna have more of an engagement type channel. So it's going in stages, but I'm happy that I'm able to do a livestream every week, use data statistics, use visual aids videos, and share. So the fathers that come across my YouTube channel, I can help them, and they'll eventually we're we're gonna eventually connect. Efrem Martin [00:14:02]: Right now, I have about 802 subscribers. So like I said, building organically, I won't do it any other way. Oh, so as a author, self published. I self published my book in February of 2020, and then the pandemic happened in March. So for 2 years, there wasn't anything I could do. And I I really even though my book was out there, I really just wanted to take this opportunity and just wait until the pandemic was over because the pandemic just it changed the world. And although my book was brand new, I didn't really wanna bother fathers because the world was just dealing with too much. So I figured, you know what? Let me wait. Efrem Martin [00:14:43]: It took a couple years, so I figured, hey, July of 2023, let me start this YouTube channel. My book's already self published. It's out there. It's time. So I was excited about that. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:14:53]: So you said that you're changing things up in 2025 and or 2024, 2025. Talk to me about what's next. What's changing? You know, where are you going from here? Efrem Martin [00:15:04]: So when you look at my videos now, what I typically do is I give commentary on my experience, and I connect videos with the topics. I have 55 livestreams, 55 different topics, which is very difficult to do, very difficult to do. So I rely a lot on my experience as a as a state juvenile probation officer and working in k twelve education. That's where I draw a lot of my topics as far as being able to go deeper. And visual aids, I know fathers, they have a lot of questions. They have a lot of concerns. But I believe that the visual aids will help them. And YouTube has everything. Efrem Martin [00:15:40]: If you can't find it on YouTube, you can't find it. So that's where I'm currently at. And and what I wanna transition into in 2025 is having more of a 1 on 1 like you and I are having right now. That's what I'm interested in. I want more engagement from from different fathers. I I wanna I wanna hear their feedback. I wanna I wanna hear their how they're thinking, how they're feeling. Because there's a lot of fathers out there that have a lot of great ideas, and and I think that they could bring a lot to the table as as far as their own personal experiences of of fathers because we're all at different stages in our lives. Efrem Martin [00:16:11]: Like I said, all my daughters are adults, so I no longer have them at home. So I'm at a totally different stage, and I just believe that that type of engagement on screen, I just think that it it it'll take it to a whole different level. And that's what I'm excited about that. But like I said, I've been building my capacity, and I think I'm doing well. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:16:29]: Now we always finish our interviews with what I like to call our fatherhood 5, where I ask you 5 more questions to delve deeper into you as a dad. Are you ready? Sure. Absolutely. In one word, what is fatherhood? Consistency. When was the time that you felt like you finally succeeded at being a father to a daughter? Efrem Martin [00:16:44]: Once they all graduated from high school. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:16:46]: Now if I were to talk to your girls, how would they describe you as a dad? Efrem Martin [00:16:50]: My girls, what how would they describe me? Totally laid back. They'll tell you I'm the best father in the world. Great listener, consistent, understanding, passionate, attentive, just a great human being. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:17:02]: Now who inspires you to be a better dad? Efrem Martin [00:17:04]: My inspiration comes from other fathers, actually, and just seeing how they're doing things with their baby girls. Because like I said, my experience is my experience. So I'm always looking at other fathers and how how they're moving and how they're maneuvering in the world and getting it done. That that excites me because it I'm gen x. Right? So millennials and and Gen z, they do things totally different. So that excites me. I'm interested in that. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:17:29]: Now you've given a number of pieces of advice today. You've talked about some of the experiences that you had in raising your daughters. As you think about all dads that are out there and as we finish up today, what's one piece of advice you'd wanna give to every dad? Efrem Martin [00:17:43]: One piece of advice I would give to fathers, this is my first statement that you ask me, consistency. As long as you're consistent, your baby girls are gonna be fine. It's the consistency that I believe that allows us to provide that protection and safety and allows our daughters to grow. When we talk about the independence of our daughters, I didn't raise my daughters to be independent. I raised my daughters to be free thinkers. And the reason I did that was because I wanted them to challenge the world and have an open enough mind to be able to question everything. So I took a different path. I raised them to be free thinkers. Efrem Martin [00:18:20]: They are definitely free thinkers, just like their father, which I believe allows them to embrace all of humanity. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:18:26]: Now, if people want to find out more about you, your book, your where's the best place for them to go to be able to find out more? Efrem Martin [00:18:33]: Definitely. You can find my YouTube channel at Girl Dad YouTube channel. It's on YouTube. I'm also on rubo.rumbo.com.martineframb, that's myrumbo.com. My book is available at amazon.com. You can get that directly through Amazon dotcom. Also, it's, available through my YouTube channel. It's always in it's in the description on of each of my, live streams and my videos. Efrem Martin [00:19:00]: So that's the best way to get a hold of me. I'm on Facebook. I'm on TikTok. I'm on Instagram. I'm on Twitter. So I use technology to my advantage. I've always been on the forefront of technology. I love technology. Efrem Martin [00:19:14]: I love young people and and seeing how they move with technology. So I'm on the forefront of technology. So that's how you can find me. But my YouTube channel, I'm very proud of it. Grow Dad YouTube channel. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:19:27]: Well, I just wanna say thank you so much for being here today, for sharing your story, for work that you're doing to help other dads, and I truly wish you all the best. Efrem Martin [00:19:36]: No. I appreciate you. And eventually, I'm going to bring you on to my YouTube channel because I think it would be good. And like I said, I appreciate connecting with you. So thank you for your time, sir. Appreciate you. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:19:50]: If you've enjoyed today's episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast, we invite you to check out the fatherhood insider. The fatherhood insider is the essential resource for any dad that wants to be the best dad that he can be. We know that no child comes with an instruction manual and most dads are figuring it out as they go along, and the fatherhood insider is full of resources and information that will up your game on fatherhood. Through our extensive course library, interactive forum, step by step roadmaps, and more, you will engage and learn with experts, but more importantly, dads like you. So check it out at fathering together dot org. If you are a father of a daughter and have not yet joined the dads with daughters Facebook community, there's a link in the notes today. Dads with daughters is a program of fathering together. We look forward to having you back for another great guest next week all geared to helping you raise strong and powered daughters and be the best dad that you can be. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:20:48]: We're all in the same boat, And it's full of tiny screaming passengers. We spend the time. We give the lessons. We make the meals. We buy them presents and bring your a game. Because those kids are growing fast. The time goes by just like a dynamite blast. Blast calling astronauts and firemen, carpenters, and musclemen. Get out and be the world to them. Be the best dad you can be. Be the best dad you can be.

This week on the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we're tackling a topic that resonates with so many of us: girl drama. While this term can sometimes carry a negative connotation, at its heart, it's all about helping our daughters build and maintain healthy friendships—relationships that are positive, resilient, and supportive.In this episode, we'll explore:How friendship dynamics naturally shift and change over time.Common sources of what's often labeled as “girl drama.”Ways to stay connected to your daughter's friendships.Practical tips for guiding her through challenging social situations.Girl drama may be unavoidable, but by equipping our girls with the right tools to handle it, we're helping them develop strong, fulfilling relationships that will enrich their lives for years to come. If you took something away from this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back to the Raising Confident Girls Podcast! This week, we're diving into a topic that resonates with many girls (and even women): the fear of raising their hand in class due to self-doubt. We'll explore the root causes of these feelings and offer practical advice on how to help our girls feel confident and empowered to speak up.Tune in to hear about:The external pressures and influences that contribute to this fear.The internal struggles that self-doubt creates.Actionable tips to encourage our girls to embrace their voice and raise their hand with confidence.We'll also emphasize that participation isn't about being right—it's about learning and growing. By focusing on their strengths, we can help our girls push past self-doubt, find their courage, and continue on their path of growth.Share what resonated most with you in this episode and join the club on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back, Mamas to The Happy Mama Movement Podcast!This week's guest is Kasey Edwards, a leading Australian columnist and bestselling author known for her insightful and humorous takes on parenting, work satisfaction, and body image. Kasey's work has reached over 10 million readers worldwide, making her a powerful voice for women and girls everywhere.We talk about:The importance of raising girls who like themselves – How building self-worth and confidence in young girls sets them up for success in life.Work satisfaction and finding purpose – Kasey shares her personal journey of feeling 'over it' in her thirties and how she pivoted towards more fulfilling work.Motherhood and societal expectations – Discussing the pressures mothers face and how Kasey navigates those while staying true to herself.Body image and self-acceptance – Tackling how women can cultivate a healthier relationship with their bodies in a world filled with unrealistic expectations.Bringing up boys who like themselves – Kasey shares insights from her latest book on how to raise boys who are confident, kind, and emotionally aware.I hope you find this conversation useful, and if you do, please share it widely so mothers everywhere can access the support and information they need to thrive.ABOUT KASEY EDWARDSKasey Edwards is a bestselling author of eight books, including Thirty Something and Over It, Raising Girls Who Like Themselves, and Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves. With her engaging writing style that blends humor and research, Kasey tackles issues like motherhood, body image, and work satisfaction. Her audience of over 10 million readers worldwide makes her one of Australia's most influential voices for women and girls.RESOURCESINSTAGRAM: @kaseyedwardswriterWEBSITE: https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/ https://www.boyswholikethemselves.com/FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/KaseyEdwardsWriter/BOOK LINKS: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/raising-girls-who-like-themselves-9781760894368 https://www.penguin.com.au/books/bringing-up-boys-who-like-themselves-9780143778738 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for another empowering episode of Raising Confident Girls. This week, we delve into the crucial topic of self-talk and how to cultivate a positive inner dialogue in our young girls.We've all experienced negative self-talk at some point, but it can be particularly challenging for girls as they navigate the complexities of growing up. In this episode, we explore common situations that may trigger negative self-talk and discuss practical strategies to support our girls through these moments.Tune in for more on:• The impact of perfectionism on inner dialogue.• Situations where girls may experience negative self-talk.• How these thoughts can erode self-confidence.• Effective ways to support our girls.Remember, it's essential to remind our girls that these challenges are a normal part of life and that they are not alone. By helping them develop positive self-talk, we can empower them to overcome obstacles and build a strong sense of self-worth.Share what resonated most with you in this episode and connect with us on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast! This week, we're focusing on an important skill that can benefit girls throughout their lives—how to build resilience and bounce back from rejection.Rejection is something we all face at different points in life, and it can be tough. But with the right mindset and strategies, we can help the girls in our lives turn rejection into an opportunity for growth and learning.In this episode, we explore:Common areas where girls may encounter rejection.The emotional impact rejection can have.Effective ways to support girls in navigating these experiences.Rejection may sting, but teaching girls how to process their emotions and keep striving toward their goals equips them with lifelong skills. Encouraging them to try again and learn from setbacks will help them face future challenges with confidence and resilience.If you got something of value from this episode, kindly leave a review, rating or share the love with a parent or friend who might appreciate it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

We are back with another empowering episode of the Raising Confident Girls Podcast! This week, we explore a vital topic: how our girls can overcome self-doubt in leadership. Many young girls believe they need to fit a specific mold to be seen as leaders, but we're here to break those misconceptions. Tune in as we discuss:The moments in girls' lives when they may feel unsure about stepping into leadership roles.How we can help them see that there are many ways to lead.Practical ways to support and encourage our girls as they take on leadership positions.The LEAD method for building leadership confidence.Being a leader isn't about being the best or perfect—it's about growth and resilience. In this episode, we'll share tips on how to guide our girls in learning from their challenges to become strong, independent leaders ready to take on the world!Share what resonated most with you in this episode and connect with us on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back to another episode of Raising Confident Girls! In this week's inspiring episode, we dive deep into how we can help our girls overcome the fear of failure and turn these challenging moments into opportunities for growth. If you have a girl in your life, you've likely witnessed how the fear of failure can sometimes hold her back from pursuing what she truly wants. Join us as we explore practical tips and strategies to empower our girls to face these fears head-on, learn from them, and build resilience for the future.Tune in to hear more about:Where girls might encounter feelings of failure.The impact of these feelings on their lives.How we can support them through these crucial learning moments.The RISK method for building resilience.Let's help our girls embrace failure as a stepping stone to success and growth! If you got something of value from this episode, kindly leave a review, rating or share the love with a parent or friend who might appreciate it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome back to the Raising Confident Girls podcast! In this episode, we explore the “I'm not as good as her” comparison trap that many girls, from childhood to adulthood, fall into. With the influence of social media, these feelings of inadequacy can be overwhelming. We dive deep into where these thoughts originate, the different areas of life where they manifest, and how to support our girls through these challenging emotions.Tune in to learn about:Common sources of comparison and self-doubt for girls.Specific areas where girls may feel they don't measure up.How to check in with your girl and address these feelings.The GROW method as a tool to help girls overcome the comparison trap.As parents and guardians, we know how real and significant these feelings are. This episode offers valuable insights into why our girls might struggle with comparison and how we can empower them to rise above it.Share what resonated most with you in this episode and connect with us on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

In this week's episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast, we dive deep into a powerful and necessary conversation—how to help our girls break free from the pressure to be "perfect." Following up on last week's episode, (make sure to check it out if you haven't already!) we explore where this need for perfectionism comes from, the impact it can have on our girls, and the various areas of life where this struggle might appear.We'll be discussing:The root causes of perfectionism in our girls.The emotional and mental toll perfectionism can take.Different aspects of life where the desire to be perfect can show up.Practical ways to support and guide our girls to overcome these pressures.Perfectionism is something many of us have faced, but it's especially challenging for girls as they grow and develop. This episode is all about equipping you with the tools and insights needed to help the girl in your life let go of unrealistic expectations and continue thriving in everything she does. Tune in and let's work together to raise confident, resilient girls!If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

In this week's episode of Raising Confident Girls, we tackle a topic that resonates deeply with many of us: the “Not Good Enough” myth. This harmful belief can hold our girls back, feeding into feelings of imposter syndrome. But it's not just our girls who struggle with these emotions—many of us do too. Join me as I share personal experiences and offer actionable strategies to help support the girls in our lives. We'll explore:• The underlying reasons why girls may feel “not good enough” and how these feelings develop.• The challenges and risks that come with believing this myth.• The RISE strategy—a powerful tool to combat these negative emotions.• The transformative effects of shifting our mindset towards growth and positivity.Imposter syndrome doesn't disappear with age, but we can learn to navigate it in healthy, empowering ways. Tune in to discover how you and the girl in your life can turn “I can't” into opportunities for learning and growth.Share your thoughts on this episode and connect with us on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Maria Mohrman joins the podcast and has a delightful dialogue with Dre about raising girls. Maria is a mom to three teenage girls and shares that being on her knees in prayer is one of the most important postures she can have as an intentional parent.Hey Everyone! Welcome to the Intentional Parenting Podcast! Intentional Parenting is an initiative created by The Church at Rocky Peak to provide parents with resources and opportunities for community with other parents to better equip and unleash you to help your kids become passionate Christ followers. For more information please check out our website at rockypeak.org/parenting .

Welcome back to another week of the Raising Confident Girls podcast! This week, we dive into a crucial topic: teaching our girls to lead with confidence. As parents or guardians, we often notice the perceived differences in how girls and boys are viewed in leadership roles. Girls who take on prominent leadership positions can sometimes be labeled as “bossy.” In this episode, we explore ways to turn this into a positive and help our girls excel in positions of power.Tune in as we discuss:Why leadership and being labeled as bossy, can be challenging for our girls.Strategies to help our girls lead effectively.The benefits of being a strong and capable leader as girls.Teaching our girls to be strong, fierce, and capable leaders goes hand in hand with fostering compassion, empathy, and kindness. Join us as we explore how to equip our girls with the skills and tools to embody all these traits as they navigate different situations and take on leadership roles throughout their lives! If you got something out of this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Joel Enyart, Rocky Peak pastor and dad to two girls joins the podcast! Joel shares some of the joys and challenges of being a "girl dad" and some essential ways that he's learned to depend on the Lord's leading to raise them into women after God's heart.Hey Everyone! Welcome to the Intentional Parenting Podcast! Intentional Parenting is an initiative created by The Church at Rocky Peak to provide parents with resources and opportunities for community with other parents to better equip and unleash you to help your kids become passionate Christ followers. For more information please check out our website at rockypeak.org/parenting .

Welcome back to another episode of the Raising Confident Girls podcast! As we head back into school and prepare our girls to start the new year strong, it's normal for worries to arise, especially if the previous year ended on a challenging note. Each girl's experience is unique, but there are practical steps you can take as a parent or guardian to ease their worries and help them begin the new school year positively.In this episode, we discuss:Various scenarios our girls might have faced at the end of the last school year.Common causes of anxiety as the new year begins.Tips and tricks to help them overcome past challenges and succeed.I hope this episode offers valuable insights and strategies for working with the girls in your life, ensuring they start their new school year confidently. Whether it's through journaling, daily check-ins, or other supportive practices, finding what works best for them is key to their success. Join us to learn how to make this school year the best one yet!Share your thoughts on this episode and connect with us on Instagram @GirlsPositivityClub!Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Welcome to the Raising Confident Girls podcast! We're back with another enriching episode this week, focusing on guiding our girls through big emotions. As our girls grow up, they may encounter situations where they have a “big” or unexpected reactions. Know that this is completely normal, and I am here to provide insight on why they might have these reactions or emotions and what we can do to help our girls.Tune in for more on:Why big reactions are a tricky topic to take on as a parent or guardian.How these reactions can evolve from one situation to another, even as girls get older.What might cause these big emotions?Strategies you can use to help cope and work through these moments with your girls.Big emotions are a part of growing up, both for girls and boys. Using these tools and working with your daughter to understand her emotions better is the perfect starting place. Always remember to acknowledge how she feels, and if it feels like a challenge, start with one small step in the right direction.Join us for an insightful and practical discussion on supporting our girls through their emotional journeys! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, review and share it with a friend or parent who might benefit from hearing it too! Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Weekly Sermon Podcast from Trinity Church Denver

Dave and Bethlie continue their study in Proverbs.  This week, they'll continue their focus on Influences That Kill with a special focus on friendships. We must protect our children from lousy friends. The Simple (they lack wisdom) The Fool (makes fun of sin; ridicules righteousness) Lousy friends can quickly undo everything we teach our children Better to have no friends than to have lousy ones Amnon (Old Testament) had a friend and it eventually cost him his life A good friend does right and helps you do right We must protect our children from lousy friends Choose their friends Insist they sit with you rather than friends Never allow them to be unsupervised (alone) No overnight in another home No teens alone in a car No teens alone on a trip No teens alone in a room Drop out of sports rather than allow teammates to influence your kids in lousy direction      

Weekly sermon from Trinity Church Denver

061424 SHORT 10 Min What Men Learn Raising Girls Funny And The Pea Story About DADS by Kate Dalley

Have you been listening in on our conversation with Stage 5 kiddos? Well, this week we have two of our favorite and their parents right here on the podcast! We're so excited for you to listen in on this conversation with a delightful part of Sissy's family, Shane, Alyson, Emily and Courtney Roach! They wisely talk about the importance of purpose and family and how all of those things can come together in life-giving ways for everyone. . . . . . For a deeper dive, we've now got the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom! David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, written with Melissa, Raising Girls discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back talking about What Kids Need in Stage 5—which are your college and young adult age kids! And this week, we've got Melissa with you giving you some words of wisdom and hope. We have loved hearing your feedback on this stage and would be honored for you to share this episode with a friend in this season of life. We are cheering you on AS ALWAYS! The Hunting Ground For a deeper dive, we've now got the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom! . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, written with Melissa, Raising Girls discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: AG1: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase at drinkAG1.com/RBG. KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are SO excited about this podcast episode and the next few weeks in our Raising Boys and Girls series. We are talking about Stage 5, college-age and young adult children, which we have NEVER talked about on a podcast or in our parenting classes. So, you parents of big kiddos, listen in because we're so excited to talk about what we can do to love and launch these young adults in our lives. For a deeper dive, we've now got the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom! . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, written with Melissa, Raising Girls discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: LMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any purchase. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the podcast—y'all—we have one of the people who has been at the top of our hopes list for YEARS. Maybe even a decade. If you're not familiar with Kelly Corrigan's work, please buy one—or all—of her books right now! Tell Me More, Glitter and Glue, The Middle Place, Lift, and a children's book called Hello World. Huffington Post called Kelly the “poet laureate of the ordinary”. Not only is she a fabulous writer of four New York Times Bestsellers, but she is the host of a TV show on PBS called Tell Me More and a podcast called Kelly Corrigan Wonders. We cannot WAIT For you to listen in on this podcast as Kelly talks, with her trademark humor, insight and grace, about Parenting Young Adults and the VERY best thing to say to a teenager. . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, Raising Girls, discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: The Carlos Whittaker Show: Listen & subscribe to Human Hope! Mosh: Head to moshlife.com/RBG to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack. Fabric: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meet fabric.com/RBG. Hiya Health: Go to hiyahealth.com/RBG and receive 50% off your first order! Reel Paper: Get 30% off your first order plus free shipping by going to reelpaper.com/RBG or use promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a tremendous honor it is to introduce you to two people we love and respect dearly, Kendra and John Allen. Kendra and John are two of the wisest, most thoughtful people and parents we know, who also happen to both be therapists. We're so grateful to share with you this important conversation about infertility, loss, adolescence, and all of the things in between. . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, Raising Girls, discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: LMNT: Right now LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any purchase. The LMNT Sample Pack includes 1 packet of every flavor. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/RBG. Trust & Will: Get 10% off plus free shipping of your estate plan documents by visiting trustandwill.com/RBG. Mosh: Head to moshlife.com/RBG to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack. KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have been hearing about our new friend, Sara Hagerty for quite some time from so many friends we love and trust, and we finally got to meet and have a conversation with her just a few weeks ago. Okay…we're gonna throw out just a few of her book titles for you: Every Bitter Thing is Sweet, Tasting the Goodness of God in All Things; Unseen, The Gift of Being Hidden in a World that Loves to Be Noticed; Adore, A Simple Practice for Experiencing God in the Middle Minutes of Your Day; and her newest, The Gift of Limitations, Finding Beauty in Your Boundaries. Don't you just want to read them all? Sara is a mom of 7 kids—yes, you read that correctly! She is deeply kind, thoughtful, wise, and peppers her words with so much grace. We can't wait for you to listen in on this conversation. We are confident you'll love Sara as much as we do. And we are so grateful for the reminder that our limitations can, in fact, be some of our greatest gifts. . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, Raising Girls, discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are seriously losing our minds over this podcast episode. Dr. Michael Gurian has been one of our go-to sources for boys and girls and development as long as we've been in practice. We were thrilled to get to meet him over zoom and he was every bit as wise and thoughtful and wonderful as we imagined. We can't wait for you to listen in on this episode as he talks about so many helpful things…boys and girls and how they learn differently, how to nurture their nature and even what the Bible and brain research says similarly when it comes to kids. This episode is one you're going to want to share with the teachers in your life, too, as the Gurian Institute is in the forefront of brain-based, research-driven, strategies-focused training for parents and educators (and basically anyone who cares for kids of any age!) The Wonder of Parenting Podcast: A Brain Science Approach to Parenting . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, Raising Girls, discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: Reel Paper: Head to reelpaper.com/RBG and sign up for a subscription using code RBG at checkout and you'll automatically get 30% off your first order and FREE SHIPPING! Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/RBG. This deal is not available on their regular website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you think the teenagers in your life need? We're talking about that very thing this week…and it just might surprise you! Hint: they do still need YOU, even when they don't act like it! In case you missed Stage One through Three, the episodes are linked below. Episode 133: Stage One: The Early Years - Who They Are Episode 135: Stage One: The Early Years - What They Need Episode 142: Stage Two: The Elementary Years - Who They Are Episode 144: Stage Two: The Elementary Years - What They Need Episode 156: Stage Three: The Middle Years - Who They Are Episode 158: Stage Three: The Middle Years - What They Need Episode 165: Stage Four: The Teen Years - Who They Are For a deeper dive, we've now got the Ages and Stages Discussion Guides up on our website - with Try it Out sections and devotionals for each day of the week. Go to raisingboysandgirls.com/shop and scroll down to the bottom! . . . . . David's book Wild Things breaks down each stage of a boys' development and Sissy's book, written with Melissa, Raising Girls discusses the stages of girls. Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. . . . . . A special thank you to our sponsors: Fabric: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at meetfabric.com/RBG. Policies issued by Western-Southern Life Assurance Company. Not available in certain states. Prices subject to underwriting and health questions. KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code RBG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices