Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more! Wire Talk is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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Whether you’re parenting toddlers or teens - these 5 books will give you the tools you need to create a healthier family. Join us as we dive into Karen&#39;s top recommendations for parenting books that offer invaluable insights, practical strategies, and wisdom to navigate the ups and downs of raising children. From building strong connections to setting boundaries with love, this episode is packed with essential reads for every parent&#39;s bookshelf. Episode Recap:4:25 - These 5 books truly helped Karen in her parenting journey5:25 - Personality Plus for Parents unpacks the four temperaments7:30 - PPP helps you understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses, especially if they are very different from your own13:21- A Grown Ups Guide to Kids’ Wiring - great for “translating” our kids behavior and helping us speak to them in ways that are more effective 15:40 - Boundaries book: moms are afraid to set boundaries with our kids, but boundaries bring security18:17- The Birth Order Book explains how the order of our children and age gaps in our family can help us understand our kids’ behavior and tendencies22:10 - The Five Love Languages of Children 28:02 - Honorable Mentions: Survival Guide to Motherhood, Parenting By The Book, Raising Worry-free Girls, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, Wild Things, Shepherding A Child’s Heart, Parenting Your Powerful Child, The New Strong-Willed Child, Moms on Call Parenting Series Questions for Discussion: <ol><li>What is the most helpful parenting book you have read to date? Why? </li><li>Have you read any of Karen’s Top 5 books? Which one? How has it helped you parent more effectively? </li><li>Which of these books do you think would help equip you for the season of parenting you are in? </li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>Personality Plus for Parents: <a href="https://amzn.to/3UHqTdy" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3UHqTdy</a></li><li>A Grown Ups Guide to Kids’ Wiring: <a href="https://amzn.to/3ysKgzi" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3ysKgzi</a></li><li>Boundaries series of books: </li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/3ypMYFM" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3ypMYFM</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/3WFjXA1" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3WFjXA1</a></li><li>Even Jesus Set Boundaries blog post: <a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com/blog/2019/3/21/even-jesus-set-boundaries" rel="nofollow">https://birdsonawiremoms.com/blog/2019/3/21/even-jesus-set-boundaries</a></li><li>The Birth Order Book: <a href="https://amzn.to/4bypAEl" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/4bypAEl</a> </li><li>The Five Love Languages of Children: <a href="https://amzn.to/4bCFkqe" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/4bCFkqe </a></li><li>Honorable Mentions: </li><li>Survival Guide to Motherhood: https://amzn.to/4bysA3z</li><li>Parenting By The Book: https://amzn.to/4bfuR46</li><li>Raising Worry-free Girls: https://amzn.to/4ag7fLj</li><li>Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: https://amzn.to/4dF5hH8 </li><li>Wild Things: https://amzn.to/4dEN2lq</li><li>Shepherding A Child’s Heart: https://amzn.to/3UXO4l4</li><li>Parenting Your Powerful Child: https://amzn.to/44FtB7M</li><li>The New Strong-Willed Child: <a href="https://amzn.to/4bgvJWf" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/4bgvJWf</a></li><li>Moms on Call Parenting Series: https://amzn.to/44ClNnn</li></ul> <ul><li>Want to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

416: 5 Must-Read Parenting Books for Every Mom

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In today’s episode, we’re fielding questions about the situations you are facing in your relationship with your own mom. Whether it’s a conflict over parenting style, a strained relationship, or a concern about childcare, Karen has the practical answers you’re looking for so you can honor your mother while still maintaining your boundaries.  Episode Recap:2:31 - Honoring your mom can be difficult when the relationship has not been good 3:57 - This can be a spiritual battle more than anything4:40 - How can I help my mom out after the death of my father? 8:15 - My mom watches my kids weekly and their misbehavior is causing tension between us13:00 - I’m afraid my mom will resent us choosing daycare, how would you address it? 16:37- My mom has a new boyfriend and I don’t want to be around his dysfunctional family. What can I do?  Questions for Discussion:<ol><li>How would you characterize the relationship you have with your mother? Healthy? Distant? Conflicted? Non-existent? </li><li>If that is a healthy relationship, what part have you played in keeping it healthy? </li><li>If your relationship with your mom is difficult, strained, or unhealthy, how does that impact your mental and spiritual health? </li><li>What is one thing you can do to honor your mother this week, no matter what the current state of that relationship is?</li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>Grief podcast with Dr. Judy Wolfe: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wt-159-processing-grief-in-motherhood-with-judy-wolfe/id1101953069?i=1000436874170" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wt-159-processing-grief-in-motherhood-with-judy-wolfe/id1101953069?i=1000436874170</a></li><li>Want to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

415: Honoring Your Own Mother

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Fear and anxiety among moms today is rampant. In the emails we receive, the churches we visit, and with the moms Karen speaks to- fear is a big deal. Today Karen teaches us a powerful verse and reminds us to fight fear with the truth of God’s Word. Episode Recap:5:32 - Generally speaking, moms these days are incredibly fearful6:23 - If fear does not come from God, where is it coming from?8:27 - I want to trust my family to watch my kids, but feel like I should be scared of letting others watch them based on what I hear in society12:12 - Help! I worry about all the “what ifs” in life16:23 - Every evening my anxiety spikes and fear persists19:33 - My son struggles with fear and I find it hard to understand or be compassionate Questions for Discussion:<ol><li>Do you struggle with fear in your life? Have you ever contemplated 2 Timothy 1:7 “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”?</li><li>Do you truly believe that God loves your child and is actively pursuing your child’s heart? </li><li>How can you fight fear with the Word of God this week? Some ideas: memorize it, write it out and post it around your home, play worship music, etc. </li><li>How are you praying for your child and your home this week? </li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>2 Timothy 1:7: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+tim+1%3A7&version=ESV" rel="nofollow">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2+tim+1%3A7&amp;version=ESV</a> </li><li>Sissy Goff’s The Worry-Free Parent: https://amzn.to/3QcTp5e</li><li>Want to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li></ul>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

414: God Does Not Give Us A Spirit of Fear

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May is coming moms - and it’s full of school commitments, parties, end of year events and more. Today we’re talking about what you can do before the chaos begins to prepare yourself and your family for a more peaceful May.  Episode Recap:7:36 - You can’t do everything for everybody10:58 - Find the beauty in letting your Senior go12:50 - Stay present and enjoy it!16:25 - Find time for self-care18:53 - Involve your husband in the to-do list   Questions for Discussion: <ol><li>What does your calendar look like as you look ahead to May? What can you do this week to protect your time and account for the busyness ahead?</li><li>From 0-10, how are you doing with self-care right now? What little things can you incorporate into your day and week that help you feel like you?</li><li>When was the last time you spent time alone praying and reading your Bible or just connecting with God? Can you make time for that this week? </li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>Karen’s 365 day devotional for moms: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather" rel="nofollow">https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather</a></li><li>Related episode: Preparing Your Senior for College - <a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode158" rel="nofollow">https://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode158</a></li><li>Want to bring Karen to speak in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

413: Help! It’s gonna Be May…

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Today Courtney DeFeo, host of the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pardon-the-mess-with-courtney-defeo/id1424241361" rel="nofollow">Pardon the Mess</a> podcast and a dear friend of Karen’s joins us to talk about raising her daughters. They talk about the season when Courtney felt God calling her to take a break from the professional world - which turned into a 3 year pause. Courtney shares what God did in her world during those years and the new season she is moving into now. She and Karen also share how motherhood uncovered their deep-seated selfishness and how the Lord has worked in their hearts to enable them to celebrate their husband’s successes. We know Courtney’s story will encourage you today!  Episode Recap:2:40 - How Courtney and Karen know one another4:25 - Courtney’s family and work history 9:55 - God called Courtney to take a complete break from work13:53 - Just as He told her when to get out, He told her when to get back in15:58 - Motherhood taught them how selfish they were21:20- Being jealous of their husbands’ careers and successes24:19 - Separating her children’s struggles from her responsibilities30:45 - Pause and pray when you are tempted to jump in and fix the situation32:58 - Learning not to overcommit34:17 - Seeing how God has been faithful and brought women into her children’s lives to encourage their faith Questions for Discussion: <ol><li>Have you ever felt God calling you to a season of rest?  </li><li>Is there any tension in your relationship with work right now? </li><li>Do you feel like you compete with your husband when it comes to your career or your success in life?</li><li>Do you struggle with feeling guilty or responsible for the struggles your children are going through?</li><li>What is something God has taught you through your journey of motherhood?</li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>Courtney’s podcast: Pardon the Mess: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pardon-the-mess-with-courtney-defeo/id1424241361" rel="nofollow">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pardon-the-mess-with-courtney-defeo/id1424241361</a></li><li>Ephesians 3:18: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+3%3A18&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians%203%3A18&amp;version=NIV</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

412: Trusting God Enough to Take a Break

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Today we’re answering Bible questions you might feel silly asking out loud! This episode is full of insights across a breadth of biblical topics. Be sure to check out the show notes for every scripture reference Karen mentions! We hope this one encourages you to pick up your Bible, pray for wisdom, and get reading this week!   Episode Recap:1:45 - Emily’s confusion over multiple James and Johns in the New Testament4:30 - Is everything all white in heaven? Where does that stereotype come from? 9:43 - What did the “judges” do in biblical times? 13:04 - Why do we tithe? Where does God command it? 15:50 - Help me straighten out all the ‘Marys’ in the New Testament! 19:03 - Why do so many Bible characters go by two different names? 21:30- What’s the difference between the Pharisees and the Sadducees?23:20 - Where does the phrase, “for this child I have prayed” come from?26:00 - Why do we obey the Ten Commandments but not the Levitical law? 28:30 - Help! Reading the Bible confuses me! 31:20 - Tools for studying the Bible Questions for Discussion:<ol><li>Did you learn anything new from this episode? </li><li>What tools do you currently use when you study the Bible? </li><li>Are there any “silly” Bible questions that came to mind as you listened to this conversation? What are they? </li></ol> Resources:<ul><li>Karen’s study Bible: https://amzn.to/4aGhFVP </li><li>John McArthur’s Revelation study: <a href="https://amzn.to/4aowoo8" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/4aowoo8</a></li><li>References to the color white in heaven (in the order Karen mentions them): Revelation 3:4-5, 6:11, 7:9&amp;13, 19:8&amp;14, Matthew 17:2, 28:3, Revelation 4:4, 6:2, 7:14</li><li>References to color in heaven: Revelation 21:16-21</li><li>Tithing Scripture: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Malachi+3%3A10&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">Malachi 3:10</a> <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Malachi+3%3A10&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Malachi%203%3A10&amp;version=NIV</a></li><li>Mary who poured perfume on Jesus’ feet <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew+26%3A7&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">Matthew 26:7</a>: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew+26%3A7&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matthew+26%3A7&amp;version=NIV</a></li><li>Name change references: Genesis 17:5, 15, 32:2, Acts 13:9</li><li>Hannah’s prayer of thanksgiving: <a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+samuel+1%3A27&version=NIV" rel="nofollow">1 Samuel 1:27 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+samuel+1%3A27&amp;version=NIV</a></li><li>Luke 22:19-20, John 14:6</li><li>The Bible Recap podcast &amp; study tools: <a href="https://www.thebiblerecap.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.thebiblerecap.com/</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

411: "Dumb" Bible Questions Answered

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Danielle from Intentional Marriages joins us today to share insights from over a decade of working with married couples. She offers practical ways couples raising young kids can connect with one another on a daily and weekly basis and shares hope for couples who are struggling in their marriage.We hope you pick up one practical tip that helps you be intentional about prioritizing your marriage relationship today. Episode Recap:11:45 - Connecting with Your Spouse in Seasons of Busyness14:30 - What Does a Daily Check-In Look Like?15:50 - Pausing to Talk Through “The Story I’m Telling Myself…”19:10 - Tigers Vs. Turtles23:15 - You Need a Weekly Check-In27:30 - Everything Else Is Scheduled, Schedule Sex! 31:30 - Get Help Before Your Relationship Is In Trouble Resources:<ul><li>Check out Danielle and Russ’s ministry and resources: <a href="https://www.intentionalmarriages.net/" rel="nofollow">Intentional Marriages</a>: <a href="https://www.intentionalmarriages.net/" rel="nofollow">https://www.intentionalmarriages.net/</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out to us for events in 2025:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul> Questions for Group Discussion:<ol><li>If you were to rank the health of your marriage today on a scale from 1 (on life support) to 5 (thriving) where would you put it?</li><li> Are you the “turtle’ or the “tiger” in your relationship? </li><li>What’s one practical thing Danielle mentioned in this conversation that you can put into practice this week? </li><li>When’s the last time you had a weekly check-in with your spouse? </li></ol>

410: How Can I Be More Intentional in My Marriage?

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Our strong-willed children can drive parents up the wall with their forceful opinions! In today’s episode Karen gives advice for any mom locked in a battle with her “red” child. She reminds us of the needs our strong-willed children have, and offers encouragement for coming alongside them without giving in to their demands.  Episode Recap:04:28 - Why Karen Loves Her Reds5:30 - Strengths and Weaknesses of the Red Personality7:50 - Dead Giveaways You Have a Red Child11:00 - How Do I Handle My 6 Year Old’s Stubbornness?19:00 - How Do I Discipline a Defiant Toddler Who Hits?24:15 - How Do I Break Bad Habits We Started During Covid? 29:05 What Do I Do About My Picky Eater?32:00 - Give Choices to Your Strong-Willed Child34:33 - Reds Are Your Leaders, Get Them on the Right Path Resources:<ul><li>Take the quick quiz to learn your child’s personality color: <a href="http://boaw.mom/quiz" rel="nofollow">boaw.mom/quiz</a></li><li>Grab Kathleen Edelman’s book: A Grown Up’s Guide to Kids’ Wiring <a href="https://amzn.to/3vnmyUd" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3vnmyUd</a></li><li>Check out Karen’s latest curriculum on Right Now Media: Survival Guide to Motherhood: <a href="https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/content/details/760101" rel="nofollow">https://app.rightnowmedia.org/en/content/details/760101</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

409: How Do I Discipline My Strong-Willed “Red” Child

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Today Karen is sharing a simple way to talk with your kids about the meaning of Easter. Listen as she walks us step-by-step through the Easter story using Resurrection Eggs. This may be a great new tradition you can start with your family this year!  Episode Recap:11:00 - Karen walks through the Resurrection Eggs14:30 - Old Testament prophecy Jesus fulfilled (Zec. 9:9)22:10 - Don’t try to sugarcoat the ugliness of the crucifixion for your kids36:05 - You can have fun with Easter and still focus on the reason we celebrate36:45 - How can we share the Good News of the resurrection with our older kids?  ﻿Resources:<ul><li>Watch this episode on YouTube:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> https://www.youtube.com/@birdsonawiremoms</a></li><li>Grab Resurrection Eggs for your family this Easter! <a href="https://amzn.to/48QOWM5" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/48QOWM5</a></li><li>Pick up Karen’s Teen Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow">https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

408: How Do I Talk to My Kids About the Resurrection?

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Moms face conflicting priorities daily. From little things, like: do I wake up early to get a workout in or catch extra sleep because the baby was up last night to bigger questions like, do we have another baby or do I prioritize going back to work? The answers aren’t always black and white, but today Karen offers up wisdom to help guide you when you’re caught between two good choices.  Episode Recap:<ul><li>08:34 - How do I shift my mindset about the heavy workload I carry as a working mom?</li><li>﻿15:44 - How can I be a more playful mom? </li><li>20:07 - I’m finding it hard to be joyful as a newly expectant older mom…</li><li>22:37 - Help! The blue personalities in my life are draining me! </li></ul> Resources:<ul><li>Pick up Karen’s Teen Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow">https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a></li><li>Check out Karen’s grandkids on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee2YYTZ-mfQ" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee2YYTZ-mfQ</a></li><li>Listen to our Dad Color series from last summer: <a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode368" rel="nofollow">368</a>, <a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode369" rel="nofollow">369</a>, <a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode370" rel="nofollow">370</a>, <a href="http://birdsonawiremoms.com/podcast/episode371" rel="nofollow">371</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

407: Choosing Between Conflicting Priorities

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Today&#39;s episode rides the emotional rollercoaster ride of defiance, particularly with red/blue personality kids. Karen shares insights, encouragement, and practical tips for parents who are facing defiance head-on. Episode Recap:08:26 - Red and Blue Temperament Combination10:16 - Seeking God&#39;s Wisdom19:41 - Addressing Defiance in Children24:56 - Gaining Respect from a Defiant Child27:54 - Letting Fathers Take the Lead Resources:<ul><li>Don’t miss it! Register for Mom Core Online today! <a href="http://www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline" rel="nofollow">www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline</a></li><li>Pick up Karen’s Teen Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow">https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/frontpage/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a></li><li>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a></li><li>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> </a><a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a></li></ul>

406: Defiance in the Powerful Perfectionist Personality (Red/Blue)

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Today we’re answering your questions about the challenges of potty training. We cover dealing with frequent bathroom trips during outings and handling stubborn three-year-olds and Karen shares practical tips for creating routines and staying patient through the ups and downs of potty training. Tune in for helpful advice, encouragement, and reassurance that you’re not alone on this messy adventure! ﻿Episode Recap:2:16 - Potty Training Boys vs. Girls3:24 - Frequent Potty Breaks Issue5:15 - Motivating a Stubborn Child to Potty7:16 - Dealing with Weak Pelvic Floor in Children10:21 - Empathy and Understanding in Potty Training11:36 - Strategies for Poop Training Resources:Register for Mom Core Online today! <a href="http://www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline" rel="nofollow">www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline</a>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a>Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

405: The Ultimate Potty Training Episode

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Taylor joins Karen and Emily in the studio today to answer your questions about creating a healthy relationship with your son. We answer questions about what experiences bonded Taylor’s heart to Karen early on in life and how Karen being a student of Taylor’s (blue/melancholy) personality helped him to feel known growing up in a house full of girls. This conversation is full of nuggets that will both encourage your heart and help you invest in your sons.  Episode Recap:- Mother-Son Relationship Dynamics- How Karen Showed Love During Taylor’s Teen Years- Strategies for Interacting with a Blue Personality- Learning to Communicate with a Blue Child- Dating Rules for Taylor vs. His Sisters- The Four S&#39;s for Blues- Structuring Family Time for Blues- Advice for Grandparenting with Sensitivity and Staying in Your Lane Resources:Register for Mom Core Online today! <a href="http://www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline" rel="nofollow">www.boaw.mom/momcoreonline</a>Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out:<a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow"> www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a>Check out Christian Parenting’s <a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/" rel="nofollow">Discipleship Simplifed Guide</a>: https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram:<a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> and Facebook:<a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow"> www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

404: Q&A with Karen’s son Taylor Stubbs

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As moms, making time to prioritize friendship can feel difficult or downright impossible depending on your situation. In today’s episode, Karen answers questions about friendship from the new mom in town, working moms, introverted moms, and the mom who feels out of place with others in her peer group.  Episode Recap: 4:17 - The Loneliness of Motherhood 7:15 - Finding New Friends After Moving 9:15 - The Challenge of Making Friends as an Introvert 10:45 - Balancing Work &amp; Friendship 13:43 - Dealing with Past Hurt from Mom Cliques Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want to start a group? Learn more: <a href="https://birdsonawiremoms.com/start-a-group" rel="nofollow">https://birdsonawiremoms.com/start-a-group</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Codependent No More book: https://amzn.to/4bmmrs4 </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out: <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Check out Christian Parenting’s <a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/" rel="nofollow"> Discipleship Simplifed Guide</a>: https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/ </li> <li dir="ltr"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

As moms, making time to prioritize friendship can feel difficult or downright impossible depending on your situation. In today’s episode, Karen answers questions about friendship from the new mom in town, working moms, introverted moms, and the mom...

As moms, making time to prioritize friendship can feel difficult or downright impossible depending on your situation. In today’s episode, Karen answers questions about friendship from the new mom in town, working moms, introverted moms, and the mom who feels out of place with others in her peer group.  Episode Recap: 4:17 - The Loneliness of Motherhood 7:15 - Finding New Friends After Moving 9:15 - The Challenge of Making Friends as an Introvert 10:45 - Balancing Work & Friendship 13:43 - Dealing with Past Hurt from Mom Cliques Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want to start a group? Learn more: <a href= "https://birdsonawiremoms.com/start-a-group">https://birdsonawiremoms.com/start-a-group</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Codependent No More book: https://amzn.to/4bmmrs4 </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want Karen to speak to the moms in your community? Reach out: <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Check out Christian Parenting’s <a href= "https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/"> Discipleship Simplifed Guide</a>: https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/ </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

403: You Need Friends

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If the church has hurt you - this is one conversation you don’t want to miss. Today Karen is answering questions about what to do if your teens don’t enjoy the church you attend, seeking a new church family, when church hurts, and how to respond to a church that seems to be slowly dying. We hope this conversation encourages you to persevere in your efforts to be a part of a local church and reminds you why it is worth it! Episode Recap: 4:30 - There’s no such thing as a perfect church 11:20 - How to handle teens hurt by church 16:30 - Help! My teens dislike our church 22:00 - Our church is dying…what do we do? Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Check out Christian Parenting’s <a href="https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/" rel="nofollow"> Discipleship Simplifed Guide</a>: https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/ </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Available Now! Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want Karen to come deliver some encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

If the church has hurt you - this is one conversation you don’t want to miss. Today Karen is answering questions about what to do if your teens don’t enjoy the church you attend, seeking a new church family, when church hurts, and how to respond...

If the church has hurt you - this is one conversation you don’t want to miss. Today Karen is answering questions about what to do if your teens don’t enjoy the church you attend, seeking a new church family, when church hurts, and how to respond to a church that seems to be slowly dying. We hope this conversation encourages you to persevere in your efforts to be a part of a local church and reminds you why it is worth it! Episode Recap: 4:30 - There’s no such thing as a perfect church 11:20 - How to handle teens hurt by church 16:30 - Help! My teens dislike our church 22:00 - Our church is dying…what do we do? Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Check out Christian Parenting’s <a href= "https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/"> Discipleship Simplifed Guide</a>: https://www.christianparenting.org/product/discipleship-simplified/ </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Available Now! Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want Karen to come deliver some encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

402: You Need a Church Family

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We’re talking teens and their faith on today’s show. Join us as Karen answers your questions on everything from choosing a Bible for your teen to navigating difficult life situations and even to questioning God. Our prayer is that this episode gives you the encouragement and the resources you need to help guide your teens along their faith journey. Check out today’s show notes for links to all the recommendations from the episode and then some!  Episode Recap: 7:48 - Bible study recommendations for teen girls 8:06 - Announcing Karen’s devotional for teen girls! 9:43 - Handling apathy in your teen&#39;s faith 10:01 - Encouraging your teen to read their Bible 10:54 - Creating boundaries around your teen’s behavior Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Find great Bible studies for teens on Right Now Media: <a href="https://www.rightnowmedia.org/" rel="nofollow">https://www.rightnowmedia.org/</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Available Now! Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Great Bible for Teen Boys: <a href="https://amzn.to/48IJTOF" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/48IJTOF</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Katie’s choice Bible for Tween Boys: https://amzn.to/3vJVI8G </li> <li dir="ltr"> Karen’s choice Bible for Tween or Teen Girls: https://amzn.to/3SsgnHa </li> <li dir="ltr"> Guidance for your prayer life - The Power of a Praying Mom: <a href="https://amzn.to/3S91oAy" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3S91oAy</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Boundaries with Teens: <a href="https://amzn.to/3OfuKfc" rel="nofollow">https://amzn.to/3OfuKfc</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want Karen to come deliver some encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

We’re talking teens and their faith on today’s show. Join us as Karen answers your questions on everything from choosing a Bible for your teen to navigating difficult life situations and even to questioning God. Our prayer is that this episode...

We’re talking teens and their faith on today’s show. Join us as Karen answers your questions on everything from choosing a Bible for your teen to navigating difficult life situations and even to questioning God. Our prayer is that this episode gives you the encouragement and the resources you need to help guide your teens along their faith journey. Check out today’s show notes for links to all the recommendations from the episode and then some!  Episode Recap: 7:48 - Bible study recommendations for teen girls 8:06 - Announcing Karen’s devotional for teen girls! 9:43 - Handling apathy in your teen's faith 10:01 - Encouraging your teen to read their Bible 10:54 - Creating boundaries around your teen’s behavior Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Find great Bible studies for teens on Right Now Media: <a href= "https://www.rightnowmedia.org/">https://www.rightnowmedia.org/</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Available Now! Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Great Bible for Teen Boys: <a href="https://amzn.to/48IJTOF">https://amzn.to/48IJTOF</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Katie’s choice Bible for Tween Boys: https://amzn.to/3vJVI8G </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Karen’s choice Bible for Tween or Teen Girls: https://amzn.to/3SsgnHa </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Guidance for your prayer life - The Power of a Praying Mom: <a href= "https://amzn.to/3S91oAy">https://amzn.to/3S91oAy</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Boundaries with Teens: <a href= "https://amzn.to/3OfuKfc">https://amzn.to/3OfuKfc</a> </li> </ul> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want Karen to come deliver some encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

401: Encouraging Your Teens’ Faith

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It&#39;s a milestone episode for us—number 400—and today we are going to answer all your questions about chores! When should we start assigning them? Do we need to pay for them? Is it all just part of being in the family? How do we instill this into our family unit and get it going as a mom? Tune in as Karen shares how chores were handled in the Stubbs home as her kids were growing up and encourages us to reframe how we think about chores!   Episode Recap: 6:09 - Adjusting Chore Expectations 8:00 - Consistency &amp; Allowance for Chores 12:20 - Tailoring Chores to Children&#39;s Ages 14:19 - Paying for Chores: Yes or No? 17:04 - Simplifying Chore Systems   Resources: Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="https://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">https://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite</a>  Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href="https://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024" rel="nofollow">https://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms and Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

It's a milestone episode for us—number 400—and today we are going to answer all your questions about chores! When should we start assigning them? Do we need to pay for them? Is it all just part of being in the family? How do we instill this into...

It's a milestone episode for us—number 400—and today we are going to answer all your questions about chores! When should we start assigning them? Do we need to pay for them? Is it all just part of being in the family? How do we instill this into our family unit and get it going as a mom? Tune in as Karen shares how chores were handled in the Stubbs home as her kids were growing up and encourages us to reframe how we think about chores!   Episode Recap: 6:09 - Adjusting Chore Expectations 8:00 - Consistency & Allowance for Chores 12:20 - Tailoring Chores to Children's Ages 14:19 - Paying for Chores: Yes or No? 17:04 - Simplifying Chore Systems   Resources: Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "https://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">https://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite</a>  Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href= "https://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024">https://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms and Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">https://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

400: Training Your Children To Do Chores

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Join us today as we dive deep into the heart of prayer, answering your questions and offering wisdom on where to start. From instilling the power of prayer in your children to practical tips about getting your mind focused when you pause to pray, we hope this conversation encourages you to make prayer an integral part of your daily routine this year! Episode Recap: - Overcoming Guilt in Prayer Life (8:47) - Staying Focused During Prayer (10:16) - Praying with Kids and Modeling Prayer (13:35)  - Structure/Format for Effective Prayer (17:34)  Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Kick start your prayer life this year with Karen’s 52 week long prayer journal: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/moments-in-prayer-52-week-prayer-journal" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/moments-in-prayer-52-week-prayer-journal</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Grab Moments with God for Moms to guide you during your time with God: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Pre-order Karen’s new devotional, Moments with God for Teen Girls: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Pick up your copy of the Christian Parenting Discipleship Simplified guide at <a href="http://www.cpgive.org/" rel="nofollow">www.cpgive.org</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

Join us today as we dive deep into the heart of prayer, answering your questions and offering wisdom on where to start. From instilling the power of prayer in your children to practical tips about getting your mind focused when you pause to pray, we...

Join us today as we dive deep into the heart of prayer, answering your questions and offering wisdom on where to start. From instilling the power of prayer in your children to practical tips about getting your mind focused when you pause to pray, we hope this conversation encourages you to make prayer an integral part of your daily routine this year! Episode Recap: - Overcoming Guilt in Prayer Life (8:47) - Staying Focused During Prayer (10:16) - Praying with Kids and Modeling Prayer (13:35)  - Structure/Format for Effective Prayer (17:34)  Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Kick start your prayer life this year with Karen’s 52 week long prayer journal: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/moments-in-prayer-52-week-prayer-journal"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/moments-in-prayer-52-week-prayer-journal</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Grab Moments with God for Moms to guide you during your time with God: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/collections/accessories/products/copy-of-moments-with-god-for-moms-daily-devotional-faux-leather</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Pre-order Karen’s new devotional, Moments with God for Teen Girls: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Pick up your copy of the Christian Parenting Discipleship Simplified guide at <a href= "http://www.cpgive.org/">www.cpgive.org</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

399: What Should My Prayer Life Look Like?

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We’re back with part two of our “State of Motherhood” address and we hope you’ve got on your closed toe shoes, because Karen might step on your toes today! As we continue this candid conversation about the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of being a mom, we talk about the necessity of taking ownership for your world and encourage you to root out laziness wherever it has crept into your life. Don’t miss Karen’s encouragement for us all at the end, that it is worth it. Despite the challenges and the seemingly never-ending work of motherhood - there are great rewards in this calling. We hope this episode reminds you that everything we do should be done unto the Lord, and that includes being a mom!    Episode Recap • Stop blaming others, take ownership for your life (6:00-18:00) • Stop being lazy (18:53) • Proverbs 31 and the virtuous woman (29:17) • It’s all worth it (32:07)   Resources: Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href="http://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024" rel="nofollow">www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5" rel="nofollow"> https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&amp;keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&amp;qid=1703862226&amp;sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&amp;sr=8-5</a> Already purchased Survival Guide? Send us an email (i<a href="mailto:jnfo@birdsonawiremoms.com" rel="nofollow">nfo@birdsonawiremoms.com</a>) with a picture of your copy and we’ll put you on our list to receive a brand-new signed copy when the new release comes out!  Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

We’re back with part two of our “State of Motherhood” address and we hope you’ve got on your closed toe shoes, because Karen might step on your toes today! As we continue this candid conversation about the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects...

We’re back with part two of our “State of Motherhood” address and we hope you’ve got on your closed toe shoes, because Karen might step on your toes today! As we continue this candid conversation about the good, the bad, and the ugly aspects of being a mom, we talk about the necessity of taking ownership for your world and encourage you to root out laziness wherever it has crept into your life. Don’t miss Karen’s encouragement for us all at the end, that it is worth it. Despite the challenges and the seemingly never-ending work of motherhood - there are great rewards in this calling. We hope this episode reminds you that everything we do should be done unto the Lord, and that includes being a mom!    Episode Recap • Stop blaming others, take ownership for your life (6:00-18:00) • Stop being lazy (18:53) • Proverbs 31 and the virtuous woman (29:17) • It’s all worth it (32:07)   Resources: Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href= "http://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024">www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood on Amazon: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5"> https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5</a> Already purchased Survival Guide? Send us an email (i<a href= "mailto:jnfo@birdsonawiremoms.com">nfo@birdsonawiremoms.com</a>) with a picture of your copy and we’ll put you on our list to receive a brand-new signed copy when the new release comes out!  Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>

398: The State of Motherhood Address | Part 2

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Welcome back to Wire Talk, moms! It&#39;s a new year, and today we&#39;re kicking off a two-part series with a &#34;State of Motherhood&#34; address. We&#39;re acknowledging the good, the hard, and the unfair aspects of motherhood, and we&#39;re here to give you a loving kick in the pants to help you refocus and maintain perspective as we jump back into the “real world” this week. Episode Recap • What’s coming up at BOAW Moms this year (0:00-10:54) • Moms are pursuing wisdom and excellence in parenting (10:54-13:09) • Life isn’t fair (13:09-20:20) • Being a mom is HARD (20:20-32:27) • Lean in on Christ and on others (32:27- 35:57)   Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr"> Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href="http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite" rel="nofollow">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href="http://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024" rel="nofollow">www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood on Amazon: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5" rel="nofollow"> https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&amp;keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&amp;qid=1703862226&amp;sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&amp;sr=8-5</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Already purchased Survival Guide? Send us an email (i<a href="mailto:jnfo@birdsonawiremoms.com" rel="nofollow">nfo@birdsonawiremoms.com</a>) with a picture of your copy and we’ll put you on our list to receive a brand-new signed copy when the new release comes out!  </li> <li dir="ltr"> Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href="https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional" rel="nofollow"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> </li> <li dir="ltr"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

Welcome back to Wire Talk, moms! It's a new year, and today we're kicking off a two-part series with a "State of Motherhood" address. We're acknowledging the good, the hard, and the unfair aspects of motherhood, and we're here to give you a loving...

Welcome back to Wire Talk, moms! It's a new year, and today we're kicking off a two-part series with a "State of Motherhood" address. We're acknowledging the good, the hard, and the unfair aspects of motherhood, and we're here to give you a loving kick in the pants to help you refocus and maintain perspective as we jump back into the “real world” this week. Episode Recap • What’s coming up at BOAW Moms this year (0:00-10:54) • Moms are pursuing wisdom and excellence in parenting (10:54-13:09) • Life isn’t fair (13:09-20:20) • Being a mom is HARD (20:20-32:27) • Lean in on Christ and on others (32:27- 35:57)   Resources: <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Want Karen to come deliver some tough love and major encouragement to the moms in your community? Reach out to Katie at <a href= "http://www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite">www.birdsonwiremoms.com/invite </a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Check out Mom Core Online, course registration opens February 2024: <a href= "http://www.boaw.mom/momcore2024">www.boaw.mom/momcore2024</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood on Amazon: <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5"> https://www.amazon.com/Survival-Guide-Motherhood-Parenting-Christian/dp/0736990054/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3IHHWBH00N3CV&keywords=survival+guide+to+motherhood&qid=1703862226&sprefix=survival+guide+to+mother%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-5</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Already purchased Survival Guide? Send us an email (i<a href= "mailto:jnfo@birdsonawiremoms.com">nfo@birdsonawiremoms.com</a>) with a picture of your copy and we’ll put you on our list to receive a brand-new signed copy when the new release comes out!  </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Pre-order Karen’s new Teen Girls Devotional: <a href= "https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional"> https://store.birdsonawiremoms.com/products/preorder-teen-devotional</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms">https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms</a> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> Connect with Birds on a Wire Moms on Instagram: <a href= "http://www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.instagram.com/birdsonawiremoms</a>  and Facebook: <a href= "http://www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms">www.facebook.com/birdsonawiremoms</a> </li> </ul>

397: The State of Motherhood Address | Part 1

Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!

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