This week Katie and Abby discuss strategies for repairing with your child after a blow up.Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

In this episode, Katie, Abby and Amanda kick off our repairing mini-series with a discussion on how to repair with your spouse, how to discuss disagreements between you and your spouse with your kids, and share some resources that they have found helpful in strengthening their own marriages. SHOW NOTES The Gottman Institute The Seven Principles for…

In this episode Katie, Sam and Amanda continue their discussion on practical ways to hold boundaries with your child.Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

In this episode Katie, Sam and Amanda discuss practical ways to hold boundaries with your child.Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Katie, Abby and Amanda discuss the last couple months of gentle parenting their little ones and what you can expect from the new season of The Tending Lambs Podcast!Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Join us this week as Katie, Abby and Sam discuss Abby’s recent trip to visit Katie and how they navigated having two toddlers with a tense dynamic for three days in a gentle way. We dissect our interactions with our kids, things we feel like we could have done better, and how gentle parenting concepts tend to affect all of the different relationshi…

Today’s episode is second half of our interview with Venchenza. In this episode, Venchenza shares some pieces of her life as a teen and young adult, exampling the type of coping mechanisms you build when so much of your life so far has been fraught with abuse, as well as how she has used therapy and relationship to cope in healthier ways. We also v…

In this episode, Sam and Katie interview their friend Venchenza about growing up in an abusive household, and how it affected her internal world, social life, and entire worldview. This episode features sensitive material that might be too intense or painful for some listeners to hear. Thank you to Venchenza, for your time and willingness to talk o…

With gentle parenting come a few recurring misunderstandings and misconceptions. In this episode, Katie and Sam, along with new co-host Amanda, talk through some of the most common misconceptions, and try to set the record straight. For further listening and reading on some of the topics discussed: The differences between GP and permissive parentin…

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss the root of selfish or entitled behavior and provide some suggestions for encouraging gratefulness and stewardship.Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Aaaaand we're back! Katie and Abby discuss all thing summer break and give a little sneak peak into what is planned for this season on the Tending Lambs podcast!Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

In this episode, Katie and Abby finish off the season by answering some awesome question from the group. They talk about their biggest GP challenges, unexpected benefits of GP, summer reading lists, dealing with caretakers that have a different approach to discipline, and a lot more!Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Parents struggle with how to manage their kids' sometimes unrealistic and grandiose desires. Ever taken a 4 year old to the grocery store?! A lot of times we worry about cultivating gratitude and contentment in their hearts. In this episode Katie, Abby and Sam discuss how to tackle this issue with gentleness and developmental readiness at the foref…

This week Katie and Abby are joined by Michelle Lane-Barmapov, an expert in behavioral therapy as well as Montessori. We discuss issues that can arise in special needs families among siblings, identity and positive self talk, a gold mine of resources as well as a host of other helpful discussion. Show NotesMontessori Autism (Michelle Lane-Barmapov)…

This week Katie and Abby are joined by Kerry Baldwin, homeschooling/ work at home/ gentle parent extraordinaire to give some practical tips and encouragement about "Corona schooling", working from home, and providing support for your kids in navigating the Coronavirus pandemic.Show NotesHow do I work from home and homeschool my kids? (Kerry Baldwin…

This week Katie and Sam are joined by Pam Clark and Stacie Mahoe, gentle parenting veterans, for part 2 of their discussion on what gentle parenting teens looks like, and how to transition from punitive to gentle parenting during these complex years. Pam and Stacie answer some of our listener questions and share their wisdom!…

This week Katie and Sam are joined by Pam Clark and Stacie Mahoe, gentle parenting veterans, to discuss what gentle parenting teens looks like, and how to transition from punitive to gentle parenting during these complex years. Pam and Stacie answer some of our listener questions and share their wisdom! Stay tuned for part 2 next week.…

This week Katie and Abby discuss how to curb unrealistic expectations in parenting, and how gentle parenting techniques can actually make your parenting journey much easier.SHOW NOTES:Got Power Struggles? How to Get Kids to Listen to You (Parents With Confidence)Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Hey there, Katie here.After listening through and editing this episode, I decided that I need to say just a little bit more. What I wanted to convey wasn't exactly clear, and by writing just a few words, I hope to clarify some things that I thought were lacking.One; I realize that when you're facing social anxiety, choosing to engage in community i…

In this episode, Sam and Katie get real about their experience living and gentle parenting with depression and anxiety. Practical tips on handling depression and/or Anxiety, from Sam MatherlyVon The Tending Lambs Podcast

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

This week Katie and Abby discuss what it means to extend the principles of gentle parenting to yourself.Show NotesOur Need for God's Word by Paul JordanVon The Tending Lambs Podcast

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss all things respect: what it is, what it isn't, and how to handle situations when our kids are being disrespectful to us. Show NotesTriggers by Amber LiaWhy is my Child Behaving This Way? by Janet LansburyThe Real Reason for Your Child's Behavior by Janet LansburyWhen Your Child is Unkind by Janet Lansbury4-Year…

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

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss some ways you can gently deal with criticism of your parenting as a gentle parent.Show NotesBrene Brown- expert on empathyRebel, Upholder, Questioner, Obliger: Which One are You? by Gretchen RubinBoundaries by Drs. Henry Cloud and John TownsendPeaceful Parent, Happy Kids by Dr. Laura MarkhamTriggers by Amber Li…

In this episode, Sam and Katie chat about connecting with your kids, and go over some practical tips on how to do that.Games for developing connection and emotional intelligence from AHA! ParentingBook: Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids by Dr. Laura Markham10 Habits to Stay Connected to Your Child from AHA! ParentingConnect with Your Kids Using the CALM…

This week Katie and Abby are joined by Joel Hawbaker, a blended family coach, to help parents navigate some of the specific parenting challenges unique to blended family life.SHOW NOTESFollow Joel on Facebook or through his website.The Smart Step Family by Ron DealOurFamilyWizard appVon The Tending Lambs Podcast

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

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

This week Katie and Abby discuss how to help children understand bodily autonomy, common violations of a child's bodily autonomy, and address misconceptions. This episode is best listened to without little ears in the room!Show NotesGod Made All of Me by Justin HolcombQ&A with the authors of "God Made All of Me" (ERLC)How Much is a Little Girl Wort…

"They'll Grow Into It" - An article about teaching manners, and other things, from Janet Lansbury "Smelling Roses: Taking Babies on Errands" - From Janet Lansbury"How to Study Proverbs" - from Dr. Don Owsley"Pinpointing Proverbs: An Interview with Dr. Don Owsley on the Rod Verses"Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

https://www.verywellfamily.com/when-people-judge-your-parenting-style-284540https://bouncebackparenting.com/dealing-with-criticism-of-your-parenting-style/Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss why forcing kids to share does not accomplish the ends that parents may think it does. Show NotesIt's Okay Not to Share (Positive Parenting Solutions)Teaching Kids to Share (Aha Parenting)The S Word (Janet Lansbury)Playdate Rules that Limit Learning (Janet Lansbury)…

This week Katie, Abby and Sam discuss what the limitations on our authority as parents are as outlined from a Biblical worldview. Show NotesAuthority:the right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience."he had absolute authority over his subordinates"a person or organization having political or administrative control."health authorities…

This week we discuss how we can apply the wisdom found in the Rod verses from Proverbs to our lives today. Thanks to Dr. Don Owsley for joining us again for this third and final installment in our series on the Proverbs!Show NotesProverbs is Not a Training Manual pt. 2 (Dr. Don Owsley)Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 19 – Of the Law of GodWh…

How to Study Proverbs (Dr. Don Owsley) Our Planned Parenthood (Dr. Don Owsley)Proverbs for Parenting Misapplied (Dr. Don Owsley)Why Isn’t Proverbs a How-To Book on Parenting? (Dr. Don Owsley)Train Up a Child: What does Proverbs 22:6 Actually Mean?(Dr. Don Owsley)Proverbs is Not a Child Training Manual part 1 (Dr. Don Owsley) Proverbs is Not a Child…

This week Dr. Don Owsley of Relavate Counseling Ministry joins Katie, Sam and Abby to discuss the seven most common passages used to defend spanking. Join us as we learn more about the book of Proverbs and exegete each passage! Part 2 will be released next week. Show NotesHow to Study Proverbs (Dr. Don Owsley)Our Planned Parenthood (Dr. Don Owsley)…

https://www.facebook.com/flourishinghomesandfamilies/videos/2228269537250322/https://www.positiveparentingconnection.net/time-out-vs-time-in-whats-the-difference/?fbclid=IwAR1s9vlpUwtKYWGoNwAWG-HhM9XHrJawFjNtlO0Zsj-o46xIROcAAXkulGgBOOK: Voices Are Not for Yellinghttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B015QLGOC0/?ref=idea_lv_dp_vv_d…

Show NotesCan You Discipline Your Child Without Using Punishments?10 Ways to Guide Children Without PunishmentVon The Tending Lambs Podcast

Show NotesThy Rod and Thy Staff, They Comfort Me (Samuel Martin)Sketches of Jewish Social Life (Alfred Edersheim)Proverbs for Parenting Misapplied (Dr. Don Owsley)Von The Tending Lambs Podcast

Show NotesObedience is Not the Goal (L.R. Knost)I Don't Want Obedient Children (Happiness is Here)Do You Want to Raise an Obedient Child? (Aha Parenting)First Time Obedience: How's That Working For You? (Sally Clarkson)Should We Demand Immediate Obedience? (Connected Families)Colossians 3:20-21- Children, obey your parents in everything, for this p…

Show NotesRespectful Parenting is NOT Passive ParentingSetting Limits is an Important Part of LifeJanet Lansbury on BoundariesHow to Set Effective Limits with Your ChildDifferences in Traditional, Permissive, and Positive ParentingThe Authoritative Parenting StyleGentle Parenting FAQBoundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your…

SHOW NOTESThe focal point of your discipline and correction must be your children seeing their utter inability to do the things which God requires unless they know the help and strength of God. Your correction must hold the standard of righteousness as high as God holds it... the alternative is to give them a law they can keep. The alternative is t…

SHOW NOTESYour Child is Your Neighbor (Jen Wilkin)https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/your-child-is-your-neighbor/Thy Rod and Thy Staff, They Comfort Me (Samuel Martin) http://www.biblechild.com/assets/thy-rod-and-thy-staff-they-comfort-me-mar-2013.pdfWhen Our Children Disagree… (Abby Alam)http://tendinglambs.com/2019/02/11/when-our-children…