Imperfect Heroes: Insights Into Parenting

Building Faith at Home: Practical Tips for Parents of Little Ones with Nancy Boyer

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1779847/open_sms] Join DJ Stutz for the Season 5 finale of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting! Her guest, Nancy Boyer, is a mom of five and budding author, who shares how faith anchors her parenting. Nancy discusses losing both her parents during her teens, leaning on daily scripture, prayer, and community, and teaching kids to serve others. She highlights how their family’s faith’s impacts her children’s lives—perfect for parents of young kids wanting to nurture family values! With 200 episodes, this podcast covers countless topics to support your parenting journey. Go ahead and binge this summer to find the help you need! DJ invites your ideas for future episodes. She’s on a summer hiatus but she’ll be back in August with more wisdom. Follow the podcast for summer parenting tips! Time Stamps * 4:56 Nancy opens up about losing her parents as a teen and how it shaped her faith. * 11:22 DJ and Nancy chat about building faith rituals with kids from a young age. * 21:40 They dive into how faith communities offer support and fun activities for kids. * 29:20 Nancy and DJ explore kids’ natural connection to faith and why their insights matter. Connect with Us! DJ Stutz - Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/]Coaching and Resources Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ [https://imperfectheroes.newzenler.com/]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes [https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/ [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/]YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ]Rumble: https://rumble.com/v449rko [https://rumble.com/v449rko]DJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast [https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast]ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle [https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle] Find DJ’s Books “Roman is Bigger,” “Roman is a Bigger Brother,” “Oscar’s True Friends” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes&Noble, and Walmart. Find Nancy’s Books https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Nancy+Boyer&i=stripbooks&crid=2Y1OYIVMHKB9&sprefix=nancy+boyer%2Cstripbooks%2C152&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Nancy+Boyer&i=stripbooks&crid=2Y1OYIVMHKB9&sprefix=nancy+boyer%2Cstripbooks%2C152&ref=nb_sb_noss_1] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support] Support the show. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support]

Meltdowns to Milestones, Celebrate 200 Episodes of Imperfect Heroes

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1779847/open_sms] Join DJ Stutz for her landmark 200th episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights Into Parenting as she looks back at sterling moments and topics for parents and caregivers of kids (birth to age 8). Relive a moving father-son story on emotional regulation, with tips to validate feelings and build trust. Turn challenges like thumb-sucking into bonding opportunities using teamwork strategies. Tame sibling rivalry with practical advice to foster compromise and kindness. Discover why meltdowns are DJ’s favorite with mindset shifts, learning to strengthen relationships, and teach calm-down tools. Boost friendships with tips to help kids choose kind pals. Hear listener comments and heartfelt reviews.  Explore episodes at ImperfectHeroesPodcast.com topics like potty training, adoption, learning disabilities, and more. Join the free Parent Perspectives workshop or book coaching at ImperfectHeroes.net. Got questions? Email us at DJStutz@ImperfectHeroes.net—we’ve got you! TIMESTAMPS 5:36  DJ shares how a father connected with his new son with skin to skin contact followed by years of being there for his son created a strong bond that keeps the two connected. 9:45  Looking back at a past episode, DJ shares a comment made by past guest Dr. Ted Bennion on understanding that challenges are your kids’ and parents are there to guide and support. 13:39  DJ shares strategies for helping children manage through sibling rivalry 19:55  DJ shares how to make a mental shift about managing meltdowns and how that helps to reduce their frequency and length. For more information on the Imperfect Heroes podcast, visit: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/] DJ Stutz - Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/] Coaching and Resources Website: https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ [https://www.imperfectheroes.net/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes [https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/ [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ] Rumble: https://rumble.com/v449rko [https://rumble.com/v449rko] Text:  720-989-6475 DJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast [https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast] ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle [https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle] Find DJ’s Books “Roman is Bigger,” “Roman is a Bigger Brother,” and “Oscar’s True Friends” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes&Noble, and Walmart. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support] Support the show. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support]

Tailoring Education: School Choices for Your Child’s Needs with Shiloh Stutz

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1779847/open_sms] Follow one family’s journey as they seek the perfect educational fit for their kids. DJ chats with her son, Shiloh Stutz, a Northern California hospital administrator and dad to Roman and Niko. Shiloh shares how he and his wife, a city engineer, chose a small, values-driven Christian preschool for Roman, sparking his academic success. This led to a dual immersion school and later a private Christian school. Niko followed suit, thriving in academics and sports. Shiloh dishes on balancing parental guidance with fostering independence, offering practical tips for parents of young kids. Fans of DJ’s books Roman is Bigger and Roman is a Bigger Brother will love hearing about the actual Roman and Niko! Tune in for faith-based, family-focused advice to help your children excel. Perfect for parents navigating their kids’ educational needs! Listen now for inspiring, kid-friendly insights! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Imperfect Heroes so you never miss a new episode Time Stamps 2:41   DJ Stutz and Shiloh Stutz discuss the journey of choosing the right education path for their children, starting with daycare and preschool. 9:53  Shiloh discusses how he and his wife met with the teacher and when they realized how their son’s academic and social needs were not being met. 15:34  DJ and Shiloh discuss doing the research to identify educational options in your area. 36:08  Shiloh shares the difference between being a  present parent, involved in your child’s activities and a helicopter parent. Connect with Us! DJ Stutz - DJ Stutz -Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/]Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ [https://imperfectheroes.newzenler.com/]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes [https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/ [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/]YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ]Rumble: https://rumble.com/v449rko [https://rumble.com/v449rko] DJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast [https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast] ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle [https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle] Find DJ’s Book “Roman is Bigger” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support] Support the show. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support]

Easing Parental Anxiety for Happier Kids with Lenora Edwards

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1779847/open_sms] Hey, wonderful parents! This episode of Imperfect Heroes welcomes back our favorite guest, Lenora Edwards, ASHA Board Certified Speech Language Pathologist from Better Speech, for another engaging chat with DJ Stutz. They’re diving into a topic every parent of young kids will relate to: how our anxieties affect our little ones. This episode is brimming with insights you’ll want to hear! Lenora, a cherished recurring guest, explains how parents’ stress can shape kids’ confidence and growth. DJ shares a personal story about her mom’s fainting spells, showing how constant worry can influence children’s emotions. Together, they offer practical tips like fostering curiosity, building trust, and encouraging independent learning to help your kids grow resilient and strong. Join DJ and Lenora for warm, relatable advice to uplift your family! Plus, check out DJ’s newest children’s books, Roman is a Bigger Brother and Oscar’s True Friends, great for teaching kids about diversity and emotional regulation. Listen now for parenting gems! #ParentingTips #KidsWellbeing #ImperfectHeroes Time Stamps 2:37 Lenora Edwards and DJ Stutz discuss how adults can pick up on each other's anxieties, even without realizing it. 14:40 Lenora Edwards explains how the environment, including technology, can contribute to anxiety in children and adults. 25:18 DJ shares an experience in helping a child work through breaking a boundary in a way that helps him consider options instead of pushing buttons and making things worse. 28:28 Lenora shares how reframing a challenge can calm both parent and child. Connect with Us! DJ Stutz -Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/]Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ [https://imperfectheroes.newzenler.com/]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes [https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes]Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/ [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/]YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ]Rumble: https://rumble.com/v449rko [https://rumble.com/v449rko] DJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast [https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast] ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle [https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle] Find DJ’s Book “Roman is Bigger” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart. Contact Lenora Edwards Website: https://www.betterspeech.com/ [https://www.betterspeech.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterspeech/ [https://www.instagram.com/betterspeech/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourbetterspeech/ [https://www.facebook.com/yourbetterspeech/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BetterSpeechVideo [https://www.youtube.com/c/BetterSpeechVideo] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-speech/mycompany/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-speech/mycompany/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support] Support the show. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support]

Little Actions, Big Impact: Guiding Kids to Understand Others with Carrie Lingenfelter

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1779847/open_sms] In this warm and welcoming episode, host DJ Stutz sits down with Carrie Lingenfelter, a former teacher, speech therapist, and conscious parenting champion. They chat about the joy of really getting to know our kids and building those precious connections. Parents of little ones, this one’s for you—full of gentle ideas and engaging tips to help your family grow together! Carrie opens up about understanding our kids’ unique strengths and struggles, sharing the sweet idea of "empathic" children and how our own vibes affect their world. They explore finding that cozy balance between letting kids feel big emotions and guiding them toward self-care—perfect for those tricky toddler moments or preschool ups and downs. DJ offers inventive tricks like using timers and teamwork to smooth out behavior bumps, making parenting feel a little lighter. Both shine a light on empathy, kindness, and how grandparents can be such a blessing in today’s parenting journey. With Carrie’s heart for raising sensitive, gifted kiddos and DJ’s down-to-earth wisdom, this episode is a gem for parents who want to keep it real. Listen in for simple ways to nurture emotional wellness, creativity, and closeness—raising little changemakers, one loving family at a time! Time Stamps 4:06 – DJ and Carrie chat about gifted kids and the wide neurodiversity spectrum—great for parents celebrating their child’s unique shine! 11:03 – DJ shares a quick trick to help kids take responsibility and fix mistakes—perfect for raising problem-solvers! 20:48 – DJ and Carrie share why teaching kids empathy matters—essential tips for nurturing kind toddlers! 29:47 – DJ and Carrie explore avoiding overly strict or lax styles—ideal for finding your parenting groove! Connect with Us! DJ Stutz - Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/ [https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/] Coaching and Resources Website: https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ [https://www.imperfectheroes.net/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes [https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroes] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/ [https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQ] Rumble: https://rumble.com/v449rko [https://rumble.com/v449rko] DJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast [https://bookme.name/Imperfectheroespodcast] ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle [https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundle] Find DJ’s Books “Roman is Bigger,” “Roman is a Bigger Brother,” and “Oscar’s True Friends” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes&Noble, Bookshop.org, and Walmart. Contact Carrie Lingenfelter Website: https://hearttoheartlife.com/ [https://hearttoheartlife.com/] Email: https://hearttoheartlife.com/contact-heart-to-heart-life/ [https://hearttoheartlife.com/contact-heart-to-heart-life/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hearttoheartparentspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/hearttoheartparentspodcast] Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-lingenfelter-50518648/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-lingenfelter-50518648/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support] Support the show. If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support. Every little bit helps. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support]