Parenting to Impress

By: Heidi Franz @ ABCJesusLovesMe
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  • Parenting to Impress, your go-to podcast to learn practical ways to love God and love others, and impress this on the hearts of your children. Heidi Franz, the creator of ABCJesusLovesMe, is joined by her dear friend Melanie Simpson. They are two moms who have made a lot of mistakes but have found grace and truth along the way.
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  • Empowering Healthy Independence in Your Children

    Empowering Healthy Independence in Your Children
    Oct 13 2024

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    Join Melanie and Heidi as they discuss the delicate balance of parenting without over-helping, based on Stanford's research and their own experiences. They emphasize the importance of letting children face challenges to build independence, a strong work ethic, and a sense of purpose. By stepping back, parents can help their kids develop self-regulation, emotional understanding, and responsibility.

    In this episode, you'll learn a practical four-step process inspired by how Jesus taught his disciples, applicable for all ages—from helping a toddler clean up to teaching a teen to drive. With personal stories and insights into how parental control affects children's future, they encourage a supportive rather than controlling approach.

    Helpful Links from this Episode:

    • Free Developmental Checklists
    • Stanford Research
    • Study #2
    • How to Nurture a Strong Work-Ethic in Your Child
    • Guide to Raising Successful Kids
    • How to Build a Heart of Gratitude in a Child
    • 4 Ways to Give Your Child Purpose
    • Teaching a Child Responsibility Through Household Chores
    • You May Be Raising a Selfish Child

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    Get connected with Parenting to Impress:
    Facebook Group: /groups/ABCJLM
    Facebook: /heidi.franz.2911
    Instagram: /abcjesuslovesme/
    Subscribe to Blog & Newsletters: forms.feedblitz.com/5r0

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    28 mins
  • Simple Steps to Starting a Family Bible Time

    Simple Steps to Starting a Family Bible Time
    Sep 29 2024

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    Let’s do some shocking math for a moment. If your family goes to church for three hours a week, that only accounts for 1.8% of your entire week. While those three hours in corporate worship are vital, we can't hold the church responsible for the spiritual growth of our children. We must bring God's Word into our homes.

    Family Bible time is one more opportunity to consistently nurture your child’s faith beyond Sundays. You aren't creating a mini-church service—just a simple time of learning together who God is and what He does. Discover simple ideas you can begin today as well as tips for working with your spouse and kids who don't want to join the time.

    Helpful Links from this Episode:
    Some linked items are affiliate links. This means that we receive an itty-bitty commission if you choose to purchase through these links.

    • ABCJesusLovesMe Facebook Group
    • Play Dough Recipe
    • Bible Coloring Sheets
    • Preschool Developmentally Appropriate Checklists
    • Sunday School Songs
    • Age-Appropriate Bibles for Kids
    • Deuteronomy 6:4-9
    • The Beginner's Bible
    • Choosing the Best Children's Bible Podcase Episode and Blog Post
    • Interactive Bible Stories for Preschoolers
    • Betty Lukens Flannelgraph
    • YouVersion Kids
    • Seeds Family Worship

    Get connected with Parenting to Impress:
    Facebook Group: /groups/ABCJLM
    Facebook: /heidi.franz.2911
    Instagram: /abcjesuslovesme/
    Subscribe to Blog & Newsletters: forms.feedblitz.com/5r0

    Thanks for listening!
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    23 mins
  • Creating a Structured Home Environment

    Creating a Structured Home Environment
    Sep 15 2024

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    Ever wondered how to create a home environment where respect, trust, and obedience naturally flourish? In our latest episode of Parenting to Impress, we uncover the biblical foundations of family structure and obedience, drawing wisdom from the scriptures.

    And hitting a topic not typically shared in Christian circles, Heidi Franz and Melanie Simpson share encouragement for parents whose children are not following God's desire for their lives.

    Be encouraged and empowered as you join in yet another honesty and transparent conversation among friends.

    Helpful Links from this Episode: Some linked items are affiliate links. This means that this ministry receives an itty-bitty commission if you choose to purchase through these links.

    • Teaching Respect in Your Home Podcast and Blog Post
    • Free Developmental Checklists (Ages 1-5)
      1 year - https://forms.feedblitz.com/imv
      2 year - https://forms.feedblitz.com/imz
      3 year - https://forms.feedblitz.com/in3
      4 year - https://forms.feedblitz.com/in7
      5 year - https://forms.feedblitz.com/inb
    • Love and Logic Early Childhood
    • Parenting Styles (Authoritative)
    • Comparison Podcast
    • Characteristics of a God-Centered Family Podcast with a Youth Group Leader
    • How to Survive Restaurants and Church with Wiggly Kids Video
    • Grace and Truth Discipline Video Series


    Get connected with Parenting to Impress:
    Facebook Group: /groups/ABCJLM
    Facebook: /heidi.franz.2911
    Instagram: /abcjesuslovesme/
    Subscribe to Blog & Newsletters: forms.feedblitz.com/5r0

    Thanks for listening!
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    25 mins

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Must listen for mom's of all stages

this is a great podcast for all moms. Heidi and Melanie do such a great job at reaching into the depths of mom hearts. They dont tell you what to do but show you through God's word what has happened in their life and how they have used their mistakes and opportunities as guidance in bringing up children. They also include stuff that tear at us mom's that doesn't matter how old our children are. definitely listening and following each episode of this podcast

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Practical wisdom for parents

Great parenting podcast! Heidi and Melanie have clearly spent time in the parenting trenches and have come out on the other side with biblical wisdom to share. As a mom of elementary kids and teens, I found so much encouragement and wisdom in each episode that applies to every parenting stage.

I love that the episodes are short enough to listen to while I unload the dishwasher or fold a load of laundry- a great way to get a boost or biblical encouragement throughout my day. Looking forward to more episodes!

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