5–Minute Parenting: Tips to Help You Raise Competent, Godly Kids.

How to Help Children Walk through Grief w/Award Winning Author, Kalya Green

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to 5-Minute Parenting: Tips to Help you Raise Competent and God-Confident Kids! In this episode, we have return guest Kayla Green talking about an important topic of how to help children walk through grief.  Kayla shares encouragement and wisdom based on her personal experience and short story, Edge of Sea Glass, that relates to this topic, speaking openly about the pain of losing her dad when she was a new mom. Kayla uses her testimony to encourage others, and in this episode speaks specifically to parents, helping them help their children work through their grief in a healthy way.  Listen in as she shares about her experience and helpful strategies for dealing with grief along with her favorite Bible verses and song.  Three C's When Dealing with Grief:  Choose what's best for your family (routines that work best for you); Communication (express your feelings, needs, boundaries, and memories with others); Connection (reach out to friends, family, and support groups to avoid isolation).  Revelation 21:4 "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 5:12  "In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!” Casting Crowns Song - "Scars in Heaven."   BIO: Kayla Green is an award-winning author and poet who writes to remind others—and herself—that light always prevails over darkness. Kayla’s Christian faith greatly shapes her worldview, which in turn shapes her writing. She’s a wife, mom, and avid reader, who enjoys spending time with family and signing loudly and off-key with KLove Radio. Learn more and connect with Kayla at theunicornwriter.com and on Instagram @theunicornwriter93 Website/Blog: https://theunicornwriter.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theunicornwriter93  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theunicornwriter  Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/kayla-e-green  Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

An Encouraging Word for Moms with Author & Motivational Speaker, Kathy Vintson

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] In this episode of 5-Minute Parenting, author and motivational speaker, Kathy Vintson, has a special message of encouragement for moms.  Kathy understands the challenges of motherhood as well as the blessings, and the guilt that is sometimes associated with it when we fall short of "perfect parenting." Kathy brings a much needed reminder to moms that we are daughters of the King, and we don't have to try to be perfect. God's grace is sufficient and the best thing we can do for our kids is show them God's grace in action.  Kathy is a storyteller by nature and she shares some of her powerful testimony. Take just a few minutes out of your busy day and listen in to this encouraging message. Then grab a copy of Kathy's book and follow her online.  Website: kathyvintson.com Facebook: @The Crown Effect by Kathy Vintson Book: The Crown Effect: Abundant Life in a Chaotic World (available on Amazon or anywhere books are sold online)  BIO: Kathy Vintson was born and raised in inner-city Birmingham, Alabama. Raised by her grandparents, Kathy learned at a very young age the importance of trusting and believing in God for…everything. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business education and a master’s in educational leadership and spent 32 years in the field of education as a high school teacher and principal. Recently retired, she writes from a small corner desk overlooking the lake where she lives with her husband of 38 years. Kathy is a women’s motivational speaker and social media influencer, who seeks to inspire and motivate women. Her passion is encouraging women to claim all God has for them to live joyful, successful, abundant lives. Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

A Two-Pronged Approach to Common Struggles in Motherhood w/ Cara Blondo

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Welcome back to 5-Minute Parenting! Today we have a special guest on the show bringing encouragement to moms. Cara Blondo is a writer, teacher, and podcaster who is passionate about helping women connect biblical truth to their everyday lives.  In this episode, Cara shares a two-pronged approach to our most common struggles as moms: defeat and discouragement. Moms are often the main gatekeepers and disciple-makers of their children, and Cara brings a special message to every mom: it's not about perfection but the direction you are going. Just like the farmer, moms are called to sow seeds of truth in their children's hearts today for a future harvest.  She encourages moms to shift their perspective when they're feeling discouraged or defeated in a simple but powerful way you won't want to miss. Listen in and be inspired and encouraged!   Cara has created a special download just for moms, be sure to click the links below. BIO: Cara Blondo is a writer, teacher, podcaster and wife and is passionate about helping women connect biblical truth to their everyday lives. Through her blog and podcast, she aims to help women shift their perspective and come to know Him as their ONE THING desire. Cara also has the privilege of teaching for First 5, a ministry of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She and her husband have been married for nearly 25 years and are blessed to have four children.  LINKS: Prayer Prompts for Moms https://carablondo.myflodesk.com/makl7wx4gu Bearing Fruit In Your (Home)School https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/32647-bearing-fruit-in-your-homeschool Proverbs 31 podcast https://theonethingdesired.com/finding-a-woman-of-worth-a-study-on-proverbs-31/ Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

Modern Mental Health Challenges for Parents and What to do About it w/LPC Amber Batemen

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Today, on 5-Minute Parenting, host Karen Ferguson talks with fellow Ambassador International author, Amber Bateman, who shares about modern dangers to mental health as it relates to parenting, taken from her book, Save Yourself Some Therapy: Four Modern Dangers to Our Mental Health.   Amber Bateman has a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina. She has over 15 years of experience in the helping profession, serving with a therapeutic wilderness camp, sexual assault response program, pregnancy care center, student counseling services, Christian counseling and private practice settings.  In this episode, Amber covers two of the most common modern challenges to mental health for parents:  Hurriedness and overstimulation.  Listen in as she provides simple tips for overcoming these distractions, so you can parent your children with greater peace and wellbeing.  BIO: Amber has a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina. She previously studied communications in Florida and religious studies in Thailand. Amber has over 15 years of experience in the helping profession, serving with a therapeutic wilderness camp, sexual assault response program, pregnancy care center, student counseling services, Christian counseling and private practice settings. Her book, Save Yourself Some Therapy: Four Modern Dangers to Our Mental Health, is a practical resource for individuals and small groups. Amber lives in Greenville, SC with her husband and two sons. Website: https://www.delvementalhealth.com/ [https://www.delvementalhealth.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amber.bateman.586617/ [https://www.facebook.com/amber.bateman.586617/]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberbatemanlpc/ [https://www.instagram.com/amberbatemanlpc/]  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@amberbatemanlpc [https://www.youtube.com/@amberbatemanlpc]  Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

Daily Grace for Moms of Littles w/Alexandra Jensen

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Join Karen Ferguson and special guest, author Alexandra Jensen, for an encouraging word and resource for moms.  Daily Grace for Moms of Littles is Alexandra's fourth book, and one this podcast host highly recommends!  Alexandra shares the inspiration and heart behind this 50 day devotional, and offers a fresh kingdom perspective for moms that goes against the messages of this world. Listen in as Alexandra reads from her book and answers this question: What is a strong mom? It's different than you'd expect.  Join today's episode and be encouraged! Then grab a copy of Alexandra's book for yourself, or for a special mom you want to cherish. Click the links below:  Daily Grace for Moms of Littles (on Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Grace-Moms-Littles-Confidently/dp/1649606257  WEBSITE: https://www.alexandrajensen.org/about  Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]