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Strong Marriage - Strong Parenting Episodes

Nov. 13, 2023

Episode 125: Peaceful Perspectives: The Power of Gratitude in Stressf…

In this podcast episode, Joe and Mellie Hashey joined DJ to share their journey of embracing imperfections and cultivating a strong family. Listen in as they discuss the challenges during lockdown that prompted a cross-count...

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July 10, 2023

Episode 107 Holy Moly and Happy Homes: Veronica Williams Teaches Us H…

The greatest gift you can give your kids is a stable loving home that serves as their fortress of security and confidence so they can learn the best practices of life. In this episode, DJ invited life coach, Veronica Williams...

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April 17, 2023

Episode 95: Getting Out of a Rut and Other Lessons I’ve Learned with …

In this episode, DJ invited podcast host and author, Jerry Dugan, on the show to discuss the “rut” we all get stuck in with the day in, day out life of marriage and children. Listen in as they talk about …

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April 10, 2023

Episode 94: It Seems Like Money Money Money All the Time with Debra E…

In this episode, DJ invited financial professional Debra Essling on the show to help educate you, our listeners, on family money matters. Listen in as DJ and Debra discuss the importance of creating an emergency fund, break d...

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Feb. 27, 2023

Episode 88: What's in YOUR Toolbox? with Angie Weber

Mom Essentials podcast host and creator of The Parent Toolbox , Angie Weber, is amazing at helping parents find tools appropriate for the children living in our homes. Listen in as DJ and Angie discuss how to help break gener...

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Nov. 21, 2022

Episode 74: Quick!! Call the Stress Nanny! with Lindsay Miller

In this episode DJ chats with Lindsay Miller, The Stress Nanny, who offers great advice on managing our own stress, as well as helping our children gain the skills and the tools to manage their stress. Listen in as they …

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Aug. 22, 2022

Episode 61 Bringing Your Best and Being OK With It with Linda Bjork

In this episode, DJ talks with best-selling author and fellow podcaster, Linda Bjork, about the hard times, the joyful times and how your overall attitude about parenting can make all the difference. Listen in as they discuss...

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Aug. 15, 2022

Episode 60: True Crimes of Imperfect Heroes with Bailey Olsen

In this episode, DJ talks with her niece, Bailey Olsen, about growing up in a large family… the craziness, the goofiness and sometimes scariness of it all. Listen in as they share stories of growing up amongst many siblings, ...

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July 25, 2022

Episode 57: Are You Providing for Your Kids or Raising Them with Rabb…

In this episode, DJ talks with Rabbi Manis Friedman about raising healthy children beyond the basic necessities, our own parenting fears and insecurities of raising them and how to find your parenting authority and confidence...

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July 4, 2022

Episode 54: Overcoming Your Childhood Trauma and What That Means For …

In this episode, DJ talks with Danielle Ingenito who is an expert in healing after toxic relationships and she helps women turn their pain into power. Tune in to hear about not projecting your pain, fears and concerns on your...

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May 30, 2022

Episode 49: Supporting the Whole Family with Kathy Derr

In this episode, DJ talks with Kathy Derr, mom of five who lost her oldest son to an inoperable brain tumor at the age of 7. The financial and emotional struggles she and her family went through during his treatment …

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May 9, 2022

Episode 46: You're Not a Bad Parent, You're Just Having a Bad Day wit…

In this episode, DJ speaks with Elizabeth Andreyeveskiy, fellow podcaster and mom of 4 who has made it her mission to help stressed moms manage their emotions so they can stop being snappy and respond with patience and calm. ...

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April 4, 2022

Episode 41: Punishment vs. Discipline with Bailey Olsen

In this episode, DJ talked with Bailey Olsen about the difference between punishment and discipline… a teaching opportunity for you, the parent, to teach your children about controlling their own actions. Tune in to hear DJ &...

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March 28, 2022

Episode 40: The No BS Mom with Megan Eddinger

Whether you are a young or more mature parent, no one is perfect. We all make mistakes. We overschedule. We are away at work too long. We have our own emotional triggers. We feel guilty about and try to make …

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March 21, 2022

Episode 39: Building Resiliency in Children with Lisa Sugarman

Our children absorb, internalize and regurgitate our behaviors and actions. If you’re so busy trying to stay perfect and inside the lines with your parenting techniques, what do you think that creates in your children? Stay t...

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