Connected Families Podcast

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo la empatía es la llave al corazón de tus hijos en momentos de mal comportamiento. Y de cómo esta llave te ayudará a guiarlos mejor. Temas mencionados en esta pódcast: 20 Oraciones que Comunican Empatía Primer Episodio 2025 “De la Ira a la Paz: Cambiando la Forma de Criar” Primer Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada Segundo Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada parte 2 Marco de referencia para una familia conectada See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2025 Connected Families The Quick Guide for Parenting It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. GET THE GUIDE The Quick Guide for Parenting It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. GET THE GUIDE

Julie Fowler, speaker and bible curriculum writer, joins us for a meaningful conversation about her journey of infertility and the resources she’s created for other couples coping with infertility and loss. Julie shares how scripture helped her in her grief and how she wove her faith into intentional community connections that served as a lifeline during her years of loss and struggle. Whether you’re supporting a friend or infertility is part of your personal story, you’ll find helpful wisdom in this conversation. Podcast Key Points: A raw, honest account of one woman’s journey through infertility to parenthood Practical ways to maintain faith while acknowledging grief during difficult seasons Specific strategies for building supportive relationships by clearly expressing your needs Information about valuable resources designed specifically for those navigating infertility Mentioned in this podcast: Treasures in the Waiting – Bible Study for Women by Julie Fowler Navigating Infertility & Loss – Bible Study for Men by Julie Fowler Attachment Webinar with Dr. Nicole Wilke – Wednesday, May 14th – Register Here Connected Families’ Spanish-language podcast episodes Join the Table – Connected Families’ monthly donor community Episode 224 | Attachment Myths Busted: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Everything John 11 Romans 12:15 Job 17:11 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review where you listen most. *This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! * Guest Bio: Julie is a curriculum writer, speaker, pastoral care leader, and executive director of Julie Fowler Ministries. Through her years of infertility, failed adoptions, miscarriages, premature birth and loss of identical twins, Julie became devoted to helping women and couples find hope through the Scriptures and connection with others in the same trial. She founded, wrote curriculum for, and led an infertility and miscarriage ministry for over 20 years that hosted over 50 groups, locally and nationwide. Author of two Bible Studies, Treasures in the Waiting: Finding God’s Comfort, Counsel, and Companionship Amid Infertility and Loss, and a husbands’ study, Navigating Infertility and Loss with Strength and Hope, Julie has spoken for MOPS International and The NEST and on the Don’t Mom Alone and Join the Journey podcasts. She helps churches and lay leaders start infertility ministries that share God’s heart for the hurting. Julie and her husband reside in Dallas, Texas, and are the parents of three children. They have experienced the blessing of growing their family through both biological and adoptive routes. Connect with Julie at: juliefowlerministries.com. Or on social media at Instagram and Facebook. Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. LEARN MORE

Megan Thorp, a Certified Connected Families Parent Coach and therapist, emphasizes how active listening is the cornerstone of healthy parent-child relationships. She explores how listening nurtures emotional intelligence and fosters a sense of value in children. By sharing personal stories, Megan highlights the importance of being present and understanding underlying beliefs. Listeners gain practical tips for improving their listening skills, underscoring that it’s never too late to enhance this vital ability in parenting.

Join Chris Coursey, author and podcast host from THRIVEtoday, as he shares insights on transforming parenting through emotional regulation. He unveils a three-step process for 'returning to joy' amidst challenging moments. Discover how to navigate strong emotions, recognize when you're in a reactive state, and enhance your emotional resilience. Chris emphasizes that joy in parenting can be cultivated, providing practical tools for connecting with your children more mindfully. Plus, find out how to win a copy of his new book!

¡Escucha este nuevo episodio en español del pódcast de Familias Conectadas! Esther Reich conversa con Luisa Wendt acerca de cómo Dios está cambiando a sus familias a través del marco de referencia y la ayuda práctica que trae el primer nivel de “Cimiento.” Podrás escuchar cómo “ir lento, relajar el cuerpo y escuchar” hacen la diferencia en la crianza y te ayudarán a pasar de la ira a la paz. Temas mencionados en este podcast: Primer Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada Segundo Episodio en Español: Principios para la crianza de una familia conectada parte 2 Marco de referencia para una familia conectada See all our Spanish Resources here! Descubre más recursos que te apoyarán en la crianza. ¿Te pareció útil este episodio? ¡Por favor compártelo con tus amigos! *Este podcast fue hecho posible por miembros de La Mesa, cuyo apoyo mensual crea un efecto multiplicador de cambio para futuras generaciones. ¡Nos encantaría que tome un asiento en La Mesa!* ¿Necesita un recordatorio? Aproveche el Imán del Marco de Referencia de Familias Conectadas para ánimo en medio de sus desafíos diarios. Comprar el Imán Acerca de Esther: Esther Reich es Asesora de Crianza Certificada por Connected Families. Ella es enfermera profesional especializada en asesoría de lactancia materna y ella y su esposo, Roberto, tienen tres hijos y sirven como misioneros con Serge en Guatemala desde 2018. A través de enfrentar retos en la crianza de sus hijos acudieron a Connected Families para recibir coaching/apoyo. El apoyo que recibieron de Chad Hayenga y de Lynne Jackson les ayudó a ver cambios significativos en ellos mismos y en sus hijos. Todavía hay mucho espacio para crecer como familia, pero la diferencia de antes y después de la intervención de Connected Families es significativa. Además de servir con otros ministerios en Guatemala (Sigo Vivo y Servant Harts), apoyan a padres e iglesias a través de talleres y coaching/apoyo individual para los que enfrentan retos en su crianza de sus hijos incluyendo los que son muy sensibles o intensos. El correo de Esther es esther.e.cummings@gmail.com Acerca de Luisa: Luisa Wendt es Asesora de Crianza certificada por Connected Families nació en Bogotá, Colombia y vive en Iowa con su familia. Luisa y su esposo Jarrett tienen seis hijos, tres en el cielo y tres en la tierra. Dos de sus hermosos hijos llegaron a su familia a través de la adopción. Durante un momento muy complejo en la crianza Connected Families los asesoró y continua asesorandolos y guiandolos en el camino de una crianza basada en la gracia de Dios y la confianza y conexión con sus hijos. Jarrett y Luisa tienen un ministerio que se llama Built on Rock Parent Coaching que nació con el gran deseo de compartir esas enseñanzas con tantas familias como sea posible. Te invitamos a seguir su canal de YouTube, donde todos sus videos tienen subtítulos en español: https://www.youtube.com/@builtonrockparentcoaching Para más información acerca de su historia, ministerio y unas lindas fotos de su familia pueden visitar su página de internet: www.builtonrockparentcoaching.org. En este momento toda la información se encuentra en ingles pero si desean contactarlos para más información o asesorías de crianza en español pueden escribirles a jarrettandluisa@builtonrock.org © 2025 Connected Families The Quick Guide for Parenting It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. GET THE GUIDE The Quick Guide for Parenting It’s parenting made clear with biblical wisdom to better equip you to lead your family with grace. GET THE GUIDE

Listen in as Jim & Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founders, teach the parenting concept “Slow, Low, & Listen.” This simple tool can help you develop and maintain an emotionally safe presence for your kids. Jim and Lynne will equip you with the understanding you need to apply the concept next time you feel your emotional temperature begin to rise. You’ll learn how shifting from reactive, intimidating responses to kind, firm engagement can dramatically improve your relationship with your child.. Key Points: Why kids learn best when they feel safe How to move from “fast, large, & loud” to “slow, low, & listen” The brain science behind emotional escalation during conflict How emotions are contagious between parents and children The fight-or-flight response and its impact on parent-child conflict Mentioned in this podcast: New Mini-course! How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen ($9 or free for Table community members) Ep. 222 | Retained Primitive Reflexes: Understanding & Supporting Your Child’s Development Ep. 221| Demand Avoidance: When Is My Child’s Pushback Actually Pathological? Ep.219 | From Quirky to Distressing: Understanding Sensory Sensitivities Join The Table Community Discipline That Connects online course Sensitive & Intense Kids online course James 1:19-20 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Share encouragement with other parents–leave a review on your favorite platform. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have been dedicated to bringing reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to all families since 2002 © 2025 Connected Families How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini-Course Struggling with yelling at your kids? Transform your approach in just 10 minutes a day for four days with this mini-course. Blend brain science, biblical wisdom, and “slow, low, and listen” strategies to foster a safer connection with your children. Sign Up for Mini-Course

Listen in as we talk with Dr. Nicole Wilke about attachment and its profound impact on family relationships. Dr. Wilke, a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist, shares about attachment styles and explains how attachment shapes not just our parent-child relationships but establishes the pattern for how our children will approach all future relationships. Learn how understanding your own attachment style can break unhealthy patterns and create secure connections with your children. Dr. Wilke also shares practical, everyday strategies that can build stronger bonds and transform family dynamics for generations to come. Mentioned in this podcast: Dr. Wilke’s Books: Overcoming: What Science and Scripture Say About Resilience and Caleb Koala’s Comeback Ride Attachment Webinar – Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 12 pm CST. Register Here! Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find our show–take a moment to rate and review! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Nicole Wilke, Ph.D., is a researcher, missionary, author, and marriage and family therapist dedicated to improving care for vulnerable children and families globally. She currently serves as Director of the Christian Alliance for Orphans’ Center on Applied Research for Vulnerable Children and Families, bridging research and practice to improve care for vulnerable children and families around the globe. Her passion for this work stems from her family’s experience with adoption and fostering. Having lived on four continents, Nicole currently resides with her family in Peru, where they work to improve the system for children in alternative care. © 2025 Connected Families How to Turn Fast, Large, & Loud into Slow, Low, & Listen Mini Course None of us feel good about habitually yelling at our kids. Shifting our approach is hard and is the important foundation work needed to communicate, “You are SAFE with me.” Invest just 10 minutes a day just four days with this mini-course that blends brain science, Biblical insight, and practical “slow, low, and listen” strategies for daily life. Your heart and mind can find a new path to connection with your kids. Sign Up for Mini-Course

In this episode, listen in as Brendon and Naomi Yoder share how they’ve maintained faith through multiple hardships, including the loss of their infant daughter, Taliyah. They describe modeling authentic faith by letting their children witness their reliance on God during difficult times and recount moments how God shows up consistently during their darkest hours. The episode concludes with the Yoder children sharing Bible verses that reveal their understanding of heaven as a real place where their sister awaits them. Key Points: How to model authentic faith through life’s challenges Ways to navigate grief with children Finding resurrection hope amid family trauma and loss Experiencing God’s presence in unexpected ways during dark times Mentioned in this podcast: Blog post: My Child’s Loved One Died; What Do I Do Now? Hebrews 4:15-16 John 11:38-43 (story of Lazarus) John 16:33 Ephesians 4:1-3 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Guest Bio: Brendon and Naomi Yoder are Connected Family Certified Parent Coaches. They are parents to three wonderful kids, ages 12, 10, and 8. They found Connected Families early in their parenting journey. They are missionaries with Wycliffe Bible Translators, and Naomi is a full-time homeschool mom. © 2025 Connected Families Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. LEARN MORE

Is your child struggling with emotional regulation, sitting still, or the feel of their clothing? These challenges could be linked to retained primitive reflexes. In this episode, Lynne Jackson, Connected Families Co-Founder and occupational therapist, explores this topic with Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches Amy Nyvall and Courtney Dewey. They explain how these automatic movement patterns should naturally integrate during infancy but can remain active, causing developmental challenges. They also share their families’ success stories and practical, playful integration strategies. Lynne, Amy, and Courtney mention an abundance of resources to help you learn more and provide reassurance that it’s never too late to address retained primitive reflexes. Key Points: What are primitive reflexes, and what purpose do they play in development The typical timeline for integrating reflexes How retained reflexes can cause trouble in a child’s everyday functioning What to do first if you’re wondering if your child has a retained reflex Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Connected Families Framework Reflex Integration Through Play and Exercise Kokeb McDonald website Brain Balance Centers Disconnected Kids by Dr. Robert Melillo Family Hope Center Healing Your Child’s Brain by Matthew and Carol Newell Vision Therapy Occupationaltherapy.com Harkla Clinic Romans 15:13 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love this episode? Take a moment to rate and leave a review! Guest Bio: Amy Nyvall is a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach who lives near Portland, Oregon, where she homeschools her kids ages 14,11, and 9 and leads a vibrant Charlotte Mason Education Community. Contact Amy at amynyvall@gmail.com or learn more about her here: https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/amy-nyvall/. Amy is available for coaching and speaking on the Connected Families Framework. Courtney Dewey, a Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, combines her knowledge of strengths-based leadership with the Connected Families Framework to help parents recognize the gifts of God in themselves and their children. She helps foster compassionate, connected relationships between struggling parents and children. You can contact her for coaching at coachingwithcourtneyd@gmail.com or here:  https://connectedfamilies.org/coaches/joe-and-courtney-2/ © 2025 Connected Families Your Monthly Support Changes the Trajectory of Families Worldwide Join The Table, our monthly donor community, and become part of a dedicated group committed to spreading the same hope and healing you’ve experienced to countless families worldwide. Predictable support helps us plan effectively and reach more struggling families with life-giving resources. LEARN MORE

Have you ever asked your child to do a simple task, only to be met with an explosive reaction? In this episode, we interview Lydia Rex, Connected Families Certified Parent Coach, about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), also known as Pervasive Drive for Autonomy. Lydia will help you step into your child’s shoes and understand how you may accidentally trigger your child’s nervous system. She also shares insights from her experience as a mom and parent coach on how you can adjust your communication style if your child struggles with demands and the loss of autonomy. Key points: What is PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance/Pervasive Drive for Autonomy), and how it affects children’s nervous systems How the Connected Families Framework supports children with demand avoidance Practical tools for parenting children who struggle with demands The importance of focusing on long-term heart change rather than immediate compliance Mentioned in this podcast: Sensitive & Intense Kids online course Power of Questions online course Hebrews 4:15 Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Help other parents find the show–take a moment to rate and review. This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We’d love to have you take a seat at The Table! © 2025 Connected Families Guest Bio: Lydia Rex is a registered nurse turned Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) practitioner and parent coach to families with young kids, especially those who have sensory needs or developmental trauma. No stranger to challenges in the parenting journey, Lydia offers empathy, encouragement, and a deep commitment to walking alongside parents with the Connected Families Framework. It’s her joy to see God’s grace healing the hearts of parents and children. Lydia, her husband Kyle, and their two kids live in Iowa, where they enjoy homeschooling, outdoor activities, and reading lots of books. Laura Way felt like she was drowning as a young mom overseas. She really feels that God provided Connected Families for her when she needed it most. She’s thrilled to be on the team to help offer hope & help to others! Laura and her husband live in Florida with their two elementary-aged daughters. In her free time, Laura loves to read in her hammock or have coffee with friends. SPECIAL MARCH OFFER EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY APRIL 4TH! Join The Table at a suggested donation of $35 a month in March and enjoy FREE access to our popular Sensitive & Intense Kids online course PLUS a free enrollment to share with another family. I WANT TO JOIN THE TABLE!