Donna Janel Williams, a Chester native is on a mission to bring back the responsibility, nobility, and beauty back to parenting. Parenting With A Purpose show aims to reach, teach and propel single mom, single dads, married, divorced, adopted, and foster parents all over the world with engaging conversations to help parents raise up successful leaders. Donna Janel believes parents are the bows and children are the arrows and they will land in the direction we aim them.
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Healing Hearts: Parenting with Purpose-Support for Resilient Families, Support for Parents, Childhood Trauma Advocacy
Parents Speak Up for Kids
Healing Hearts is a podcast aimed to help others parent with purpose. We offer support for resilient families as a beacon of hope and understanding for parents of vulnerable youth. Our commitment is to serve as an empathetic yet empowering guide for parents through the complex journey of raising children who face emotional, developmental, or behavioral divergence. We create dialogues that inspire, providing practical solutions and unwavering support for parents seeking strength and compassio ...
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Welcome to The Parenting Teens Solutions Podcast where we help strengthen family connections by supporting parents with tools and tips on how to effectively communicate with their tweens and teens. Are you a parent struggling to understand the changes in your teen? Worried about the communication gap between you and your teen? Upset about the lack of motivation in your teen? We all experience these at various points in our teen's adolescence journey. Stay tuned, let's talk, let's share, let' ...
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Rooted Working Mom, How to Mother God’s Way, Faith-Led Mom Coach, Christian Mom Podcast, Connect With Your Kids, Self Care Tips for Moms, Clarity on Motherhood Purpose, Gospel Centered Parenting
Cynthia Castro | Working Mom Holy Spirt-Led Mom Coach, Christ Centered Parenting Coach
Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom podcast! Find True Rest in Jesus, Rise in Your God-Given Authority & Raise Kingdom Kids Steward & Connect With Your Kids Through Gospel Centered Parenting, as a Busy Working Mom God-Led Wholeness Coaching in Faith, Motherhood, Wellness, & Mindset Find Clarity and Purpose in Your Motherhood Let Go of Working Mom Guilt Say Goodbye to Burnout Hey sweet mama! If you’ve been in a space of overwhelm, exhaustion, struggle, and feeling like you are just not good eno ...
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High Conflict At-Home Dynamic? Navigating Behavioral Challenges with Lisa Chan
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28:57Send us a text “Am I a horrible parent?” “Why does my child have constant meltdowns?” “How can I rebuild my relationship with my child?” – Everyday, parents worldwide ask themselves these questions as they struggle to navigate their childrens’ behavioral challenges. Today, Sophia Mills sits down with Lisa Chan, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist an…
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Building Resilient Families Through Community
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56:22Send us a text What does it mean to parent with a purpose in today's ever-changing world? Join us as we unpack this essential question and explore the art of empowering children to thrive in uncertain times. We promise you'll gain insights into the ripple effects of shifting government policies on family life and how community collaboration can be …
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Empowering Parents: Navigating Education and Cultural Resilience in Challenging Times
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1:04:52Send us a text Discover the power of parents as the primary educators in today's shifting landscape with our insightful guest, Akil Parker. We'll uncover how the evolving societal and governmental climate calls parents to adapt and innovate, stepping up as key players in their children's education and well-being. Akil brings a wealth of knowledge a…
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Having Difficulties Parenting Special Needs Children? How Best To Advocate For Them And Their Siblings
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16:01Send us a text “Am I giving enough attention to all my children?” “Where do I start when advocating for my child’s education, therapy, and resources?” “How can I support other children who may feel overlooked or burdened?” – Every parent fears that they are not parenting their children the right way, it’s not just you. Today, Sophia Mills sits down…
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Navigating Parenthood with Purpose and Community Support
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44:19Send us a text Ever wondered how parenting can triumph over societal changes and reduced support systems? Join us as we promise to unravel the secrets of effective parenting in today's unpredictable world. Discover how reclaiming responsibility and leveraging community resources can empower parents to guide their children's development with resilie…
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Heart to Heart: Parenting Strategies for Children With Behavioral Challenges
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9:17Send us a text “Why are my children so defiant?” “What can I do to stop the constant arguments, tantrums, and fights?” “What am I doing wrong?” – We all have our struggles, the days when we feel down and maybe get a little snappy, but for some people, some parents, the struggle is constant. Children with behavioral challenges present new obstacles …
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Beyond Picky Eating: Understanding Pediatric Feeding Disorder with Jaclyn Pederson
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31:25Send us a text Join us as Sophia Mills speaks with Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters, to explore the complications of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD). Learn how to see the difference between PFD and typical picky eating, discover valuable resources for your family, and gain insights into how you can help advocate for better care. Whether you…
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Fatherhood Unfiltered: Navigating the Complex Journey of Parenting and Community Support
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1:14:46Send us a text Unravel the nuanced journey of fatherhood with our insightful guest, Akil Parker, who brings a wealth of personal experiences to the table. As a father to three children with three different mothers, Akil provides a heartfelt account of navigating complex family dynamics while keeping the children's well-being at the forefront. This …
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Is Crisis Management Not Your Forte? Mental Health Resilience Strategies with Courtney Marx
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24:15Send us a text In this episode, Courtney Marx, Program Director of Mental Health First Aid at Alpert Jewish Family Services, tells Sophia Mills and all you valuable parents how MHFA advocates for compassionate responses to mental health challenges. Courtney explains the 5-step action plan, breaking down disgrace, and how these tools make a very lar…
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Embracing Vulnerability: The Transformative Journey of Motherhood and Resilience
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1:12:19Send us a text What happens when parenting becomes more about the child than the parent? Join us as we explore this profound question with our special guest, Aisha Staples, a resilient mother of four who shares her enlightening journey from single motherhood to building a balanced household with a supportive partner. Aisha opens up about the challe…
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Guiding Arrows: Embracing Parenting, Early Intervention, and Educational Innovation
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55:40Send us a text What if parenting could be likened to the art of archery, where children are the arrows needing careful guidance to hit their mark? Join us as we navigate the beautiful responsibilities and joys of parenting, weaving through personal tales like my daughter's newfound passion for wrestling and my niece Lizzie's adventures in grocery s…
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The Challenges Of Dyslexia, Therapy, and Motherhood: Sasha Saidman’s Advice on Finding Strength in the Struggle
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32:25Send us a text In this heartwarming episode with Sofia Scher, Sasha Saidman—children’s book author, mental health advocate, and mom—shares her journey with raising children through dyslexia, therapy, and the extremely tough demands of parenting. Learn about how Sasha’s experiences have shaped her unique perspective on mental health, self-compassion…
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76: How to Help Your Child Choose Healthy Friends at School: Building Faithful Friendships
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20:45Hello Mama! Welcome to the Rooted Working Mom Podcast, where we empower God-led working moms to nurture their faith while successfully navigating our careers and family life. Now that the new school year is well underway and parent/teacher conferences wrap up, I was reminded that one of the important areas of focus for us as moms is the friendships…
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Unlocking Potential: Math as a Tool for Empowerment
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1:06:28Send us a text Join us as we welcome Akil Parker, a passionate trailblazer in math education who is transforming how we perceive and engage with mathematics. Akil's journey from a high school math teacher to founding All This Math is both inspiring and informative, and he’s on a mission to make math accessible and meaningful for the Black community…
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Parenting in the midst of life challenges
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9:27How to parent when life happens : My family’s recent loss showed me how without the intentionality built over the years in parenting, my children and I would have crumbled at this time. It’s been a very tough couple of months. No one is ever prepared for death in the family but it happens. This is why we need to start today in rebuilding the connec…
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Building Bridges Between Home and School for Success
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1:02:41Send us a text Ever wondered how your role as a parent could be the key to unlocking your child's future success? This episode of "Parenting with a Purpose" promises to shed light on the pivotal role of parental involvement in education, guiding you to be the bow that launches your child, the arrow, into a world of opportunities. I’m joined by our …
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Heart to Heart: Defining Vulnerable and At-Risk
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5:54Send us a text In this Heart to Heart episode, Tonya Cajuste helps to clarify the terms that you might hear thrown around: vulnerable and at-risk children. We believe this is important in order to better understand how we can help support our youth.Af Parents Speak Up for Kids
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Nurturing Tomorrow's Leaders: The Transformative Power of Parental Engagement
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1:00:18Send us a text Have you ever wondered how your involvement can truly shape your child's future? In this heartwarming episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we promise to unravel the transformative power of parental engagement. Joining us is Kelley Bowers, a remarkable figure in early childhood education, who shares her inspiring journey from managi…
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The Journey of Personal Growth in Parenting
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41:22Send us a text What if the key to unlocking your child's potential lies within your own growth and self-discovery? On this episode of Parental Purpose, I, Donna Janel, invite you to join me on a journey of understanding how we can raise the "now generation" to become leaders in today's ever-changing world. Together, we'll explore the profound influ…
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Navigating Your Child’s Educational Journey: Tools for Parent Empowerment with Pam Brooks
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33:28Send us a text In this episode, Pamela Brooks, a social work veteran with 25 years of experience, speaks of the world of educational advocacy with Sofia Scher. Learn how you can embrace your child’s learning needs, work well with your teachers, and access resources to help children flourish emotionally and academically. Whether you're a parent, fos…
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Living True in a World of Expectations: Modeling Authenticity with Carli Dansky
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32:09Send us a text In this episode with Sophia Mills, Carli Dansky, founder of BTrue & Well and The Authenticity Project, shares her knowledge about embracing authenticity in a world filled with social expectations. Carli explains the importance of parents living according to their true values, creating safe spaces for children to express their thought…
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Empowering Families: Unlocking Success Through Parental Involvement and Digital Citizenship
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58:57Send us a text What if your child's education could be supercharged simply by you becoming more involved? Tiffany Barnes, a seasoned school counselor with over two decades in education, joins us to explore the enormous impact of parental involvement. Tiffany shares her journey from the classroom to counseling, unveiling the vital role schools play …
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Creating Strong Family Bonds Through Purposeful Parenting
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1:01:25Send us a text Imagine parents as the bows that guide their children, the arrows, towards their future. This episode, featuring insights from our guest Briel, promises to provide you with fresh perspectives on "Parenting with a Purpose." We tackle the weighty yet crucial topics of parental guidance, community support, and the delicate balance of sc…
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Heart to Heart: Understand Your Child's Anger
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5:11Send us a text In this Heart to Heart episode, Tonya Cajuste tells a story about her friend Ericka and how she reacted when her 10-year old son Jamie came in the house and slammed the door. Join in to learn about the power of leading by example and how to guide your children through the rough seas of emotion in order to find calmer waters together.…
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Bridging Gaps: Elevating Early Childhood Education and Parental Involvement
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1:01:11Send us a text What if the past experiences of a teacher could illuminate the importance of early childhood education? Join us as we have an engaging conversation with Briel Hurling, an elementary school teacher who has transitioned from being a Teacher in rural Pennsylvania to shaping young minds in an urban charter school in Wilmington, Delaware.…
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"Parenting Under Pressure: Preparing for School Emergencies"
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1:07:24Send us a text Have you ever struggled to communicate with your teenage children, only to be met with a frustrating "I don't know"? Join me, Donna Janelle, as I share my personal experiences navigating the world of parenting a 16-year-old in the digital age. We explore the profound impact of technology and social media on family dynamics and the un…
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The Struggle Of Parenting At-Risk Youth: Tiffany White Shares Advice For Positive Parenting While Healing
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34:50Send us a text In this moving episode, Tiffany White—author, speaker, and mentor to at-risk youth—tells Sofia Scher her inspiring story of healing while raising at-risk children. Tiffany offers great advice on balancing personal growth with parenting, promoting resilience in challenging circumstances, and creating a nurturing environment. She speak…
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From Struggles to Strengths The Journey of Parenthood
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43:40Send us a text Parenting comes with its unique set of challenges, no matter the circumstances. Have you ever wondered how incarcerated parents maintain their roles or how cultural differences shape parenting practices worldwide? Join us as we navigate these compelling topics and more in Season 3 of "Parenting with a Purpose." We promise to shed lig…
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Heart to Heart: Have You Hugged Your Child Today?
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7:22Send us a text In this Heart to Heart episode, Tonya Cajuste tells a story of a family who is learning the importance of hugging. Join in to understand the impact of daily hugging on your child's emotional well-being.
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Creating Connections Through Pets and Therapy: The Secret Weapon for Helping Trauma Survivors Heal with Karlonty Wallace
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24:54Send us a text In this valuable episode, Sophia Mills sits down with Karlonty Wallace, founder of Pawsative Partnerships LLC, to explore how animals and therapy can be the best tool to help trauma survivors heal. Karlonty shares her journey, the impact of non-verbal communication, and how pets play a vital role in emotional recovery. Learn how to i…
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Choose Your Family Life: Overcoming Adversity and Empowering Parents with Andrea Mancuso
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41:46Send us a text In this episode of Healing Hearts, Riley Heck welcomes Andrea Mancuso, a former NYC School Psychologist who is now a high-performance coach and facilitator. Andrea specializes in Emotional Intelligence and parent-child communication, and today she shares with us her expertise on overcoming adversity while fostering resilient family d…
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Crafting a Joyful and Meaningful Parenting Experience
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58:39Send us a text Could the key to breaking generational trauma lie in a parent's healing journey? On this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," join Donna Janel as we explore the transformative power of intentional parenting. Drawing from deeply personal reflections and the poignant film "Divorce in Black," we discuss how unhealed wounds in parents …
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Shaping Future Generations with Intentional Parenting
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57:14Send us a text What if the chemicals in your child's food are hastening their journey through puberty? We tackle this unsettling question right off the bat as Pam and I explore the increasing onset of early puberty linked to dietary and environmental factors. From the hidden dangers lurking in seemingly harmless seaweed wraps to the health implicat…
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Cultivating Greatness: How You Can Build Resilience and Fortitude Through Parenting and Mentorship With Brandin Braynt
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23:29Send us a text In today’s episode, Sophia Mills sits down with NFL player and author Brandin Bryant as he shares his inspiring journey from Nebraska to professional football, offering insights as to how you can build grit, resilience, and a growth mindset. Brandin’s book, “So You Want To Be An Athlete,” encourages children to chase their aspiration…
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“If kids don’t think you care, they won’t care what you think”
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6:40In the month of July, we are going to break down this topic per week. I really want to dive into this topic because it helps to understand the foundation to many entrancements and conflicts between parents and their children.
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Guiding Hands: Fathers Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders
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1:09:29Send us a text Have you ever wondered how the roles of fathers shape the future of their children? Join us on "Parenting with a Purpose" as we celebrate the unsung heroes of fatherhood. This episode delves into the multifaceted responsibilities of fathers in nurturing well-rounded children, especially during June—Father's Month. I share personal st…
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Send us a text In this Heart to Heart episode, Tonya Cajuste tells a story of a child who is struggling with self image issues and peer pressure and how their family worked through these challenges. Join in to understand the impact of struggling self-esteem for your child and learn some ways to navigate scenarios like this one.…
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A Deep Dive into the Irreplaceable Role of Dads
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1:10:42Send us a text Ever wondered what makes a father truly irreplaceable in a child's life? In this episode of "Parenting with a Purpose," we uncover the critical role fathers play in shaping their children's futures. I, Donna Janel, dive deep into the heart of fatherhood with our special guest, Drew, who brings profound insights and personal stories t…
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Celebrating Fatherhood Inspiring Positive Change in Parenting
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1:04:25Send us a text What if you could transform your parenting style from a strict disciplinarian to a compassionate mentor? Join me, Donna Janel, and my guest, Ceez, a dedicated single father, as we unravel our journeys through parenthood, particularly focusing on the African-American community. With Father’s Day on the horizon, I share my own experien…
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Life Without Borders: Successful Parenting While Living a Nomadic Lifestyle With Karen Ricks
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38:59Send us a text In Episode 18, Sophia Mills speaks with Karen Ricks as we explore the fascinating world of nomadic parenting. Karen is a seasoned Montessori educator, chef, and worldschooling mom. She shares her experiences transitioning from running an international Montessori school in Japan to living a life of global exploration with her family. …
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THE POWER OF CO-REGULATION: HELPING TEENS DEVELOP SELF REGULATION SKILLS
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10:13In this Episode, we explore the concept of co-regulation and it’s vital role in helping our teens to develop effective self- regulation skills. I share some very practical strategies parents can use to support their teens emotionally and behaviourally. For more on parenting teens, preparing teens for adulthood , join us on Instagram, Facebook, (Par…
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The Transformative Power of Active Fathers
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57:05Send us a text Ever felt the weight of parenting, especially when life throws curveballs your way? I'm Donna Janel, and after a rejuvenating two-week hiatus filled with personal celebrations, I'm back to share my deeply personal journey of raising my niece, who has overcome immense challenges to graduate with honors and is now on her way to join th…
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Heart to Heart: Navigating Academic Pressures
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4:49Send us a text In this Heart to Heart episode, Tonya Cajuste tells a story of a child who is overwhelmed with academics and how her family worked through these challenges. Join in to understand the impact of academic pressures and learn some ways to navigate scenarios like this one.
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Beyond Behavior: How You Can Understand and Transform Your Child’s Challenges For the Best With Dr. Michelle Alden
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42:06Send us a text Every parent has moments of frustration, exhaustion, and doubt—Why does my child keep acting out? Am I failing them? How can I get through to them without constant battles? If you feel stuck in cycles of struggles, meltdowns, or emotional shutdowns, this episode is for you. Sophia Mills and Sofia Scher talk with Dr. Michelle Alden, a…
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Fusing Beats with Brainpower A Lyrical Spin on Math Mastery
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58:01Send us a text As I navigated the highs and lows of parenting, from celebrating my daughter's military acceptance to grappling with teenage tribulations, my own triumph in becoming a registered nurse reminded me that our children are always watching, learning from our perseverance. It's this spirit of setting powerful examples that we carry into to…
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Healing Within: Embracing Your Inner Child To Positively Transform Your Parenting With Jenniel Taylor
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34:04Send us a text We all have moments when we struggle, hurt, and feel helpless—Why do I get so triggered by my child’s behavior? How can I support my kids without it taking a toll on my health? Why do I keep repeating negative patterns from my youth? The answer to these questions often lies hidden deep in your childhood. Adverse childhood experiences…
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Breaking Free from Perfection to Cherish the Chaos of Parenting
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54:20Send us a text Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, trying to be the perfect parent? You're not alone. Join me, Donna Janel, as we strip away the superhero cape and discuss the real, raw, and often untold stories of motherhood. From the crushing pressures of perfection to the liberation of embracing our unique parenting pat…
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Laying Foundations for Flourishing The Shift from Hurt to Healing
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1:03:07Send us a text Join me, Donna Janel, as I team up with the insightful Rhonda Santos to peel back the layers on a topic that's both personal and universal – healing from the scars of narcissistic abuse and codependency. Celebrating a pivotal moment in my own journey towards becoming a registered nurse, we draw parallels between the transformation of…
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The Emotional Journey of Closed Adoption: From Feelings of Loss to Finding Belonging With Julie McGue
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27:48Send us a text “How do I navigate my child’s identity struggles after adoption?” “Am I ruining my kid’s life by choosing closed adoption?” “What are the long-term effects of closed adoption?” – Adoption comes with many questions for parents and adoptees alike. Unexpected challenges sometimes arise and throw even more questions into the mix. Today, …
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75: 5 Ways to Trust God in the Waiting
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23:38Hello Mama! Welcome back to the Rooted Working Mom podcast! I’m Cynthia Castro, your host and it is an honor to be with you today as we talk about trusting God during seasons of waiting. As Rooted Working Moms we anchor our identity, purpose, and trust in Jesus. It's about deepening our relationship with Jesus and saying Yes & Amen to our calling o…
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