Discover the joy in parenting with The Imperfect Heroes Podcast! DJ Stutz, an Early Childhood Specialist with over 20 years of teaching expertise, brings you insightful episodes to navigate the rewarding yet challenging journey of raising children. Join DJ and her guests as they share knowledge and experiences, offering valuable insights to empower you with confidence and peace. Become the imperfect hero, fostering independence, productivity, and happiness in your children's lives. Tune in f ...
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Episode 179: Holiday Parenting: Building Spiritual Foundations and Creating Teachable Moments
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Send us a text In this episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting, DJ Stutz delves into the importance of spirituality in raising compassionate, mentally healthy, and service-minded children. Drawing from her wealth of experience, DJ discusses how aligning on spiritual beliefs as parents and modeling healthy communication can set the foun…
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Episode 178: Raising Grateful Kids: Insights from E.A. Maynard on Intentional Fatherhood
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Send us a text Join DJ Stutz as she chats with E.A. Maynard, co-host of Call With Dads and founder of Homessor.com, about the powerful connection between fatherhood and gratitude. Eric shares practical tips for raising grateful kids, including limiting screen time, encouraging outdoor activities, and fostering family bonds. Learn how his stepdad’s …
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Episode 177: Gratitude Made Simple: Creative Parenting Hacks to Grow Thankfulness in Kids with Nicole Oke
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Send us a text In this episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting, DJ Stutz chats with Nicole Oke, an award-winning children's book author, Girl Scout leader, and wildland firefighting professional based in Boise, Idaho. As a mom of two daughters with big emotions, Nicole knows firsthand how crucial it is to teach kids emotional intellige…
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Episode 176: Gratitude and Mental Health: Transforming Parenting Through Positivity with Emily Guarnotta
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ chats with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a psychologist and maternal mental health specialist, about how practicing gratitude can really impact our well-being as parents. Emily explains that gratitude is something we can choose to practice anytime, helping shift our mood and outlook, especially during tough moments. She al…
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Episode 175: Thanksgiving to New Year: Connecting Gratitude, Faith, and Renewal
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Send us a text Download your free copy of “Donation Bingo: Giving to Kids in Need” here: https://www.imperfectheroes.net/resources In this episode, DJ dives into the importance of cultivating gratitude in young children and how it can lead to a life filled with joy, humility, and stronger relationships. Drawing inspiration from Glenn Beck's "trilog…
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Episode 174: Brave Parents Needed. Standing Up For Your Child’s Education with Dr. George Maurer
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ explores Critical Race Theory (CRT) in education. As parents, it’s essential to understand what our children are being taught, especially when it impacts their self-image and how they view others. DJ's guest, Dr. George Maurer, author of "Critical Race Theory in Your School: How to Fight Back," offers insights on …
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Episode 173: Bravery Begins at Home: Parenting Tips to Teach Children Courage with Dinalynn Rosenbush
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ sits down with guest Dinalynn Rosenbush to discuss the role parents play in teaching children bravery. DJ and Dinalynn dive into practical strategies for fostering courage in kids, starting with something as simple as allowing them to dress themselves or take minor, calculated risks to boost confidence and indepen…
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Episode 172: Bravery in Parenting: Helping Your Child Face Life’s Toughest Challenges with Dana Diaz
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ chats with Dana Diaz about the bravery it takes to parent through tough circumstances. Listen in as Dana shares her journey of raising her son while navigating a challenging marriage affected by narcissism and alcoholism. Stay tuned as she emphasizes the importance of leading with love, respecting her son's autono…
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Episode 171: Raising Everyday Heroes: How to Foster Bravery in Children
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ explores the critical role bravery plays in a child's development and why our society needs courageous individuals more than ever. Bravery isn’t about being fearless—it’s about recognizing fear and choosing to act despite it. DJ offers practical tips for parents to foster bravery in their children, like modeling b…
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Episode 170: Parenting with Self-Awareness and Self-Discipline: Ryann Watkin’s Approach
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ sits down with Ryann Watkin, a passionate speaker, educator, wife, and mother of three, to explore how self-discipline plays a critical role in shaping compassionate, emotionally healthy families. With her unique blend of curiosity and life experience, Ryann dives deep into the intersection of psychology, spiritua…
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Episode 169: Early Lessons in Self-Discipline: A First-Time Father’s Perspective with Wolfgang Bennion
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Send us a text In this special episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting, DJ Stutz sits down with Wolfgang Bennion, a young, first-time father who's just beginning his parenting journey. Wolfgang, a recent history graduate and second lieutenant in the army, shares his experiences raising his 15-month-old son, Leo, and how he’s incorporat…
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Episode 168: From Bedtime Battles to Family Meetings: Raising Disciplined and Responsible Kids with Missy Yandow
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Send us a text In this episode, host DJ Stutz is joined by Missy Yandow, a pediatric sleep consultant and potty training coach, for an insightful conversation about the crucial role of self-discipline in parenting. Together, they break down why consistency is the cornerstone of teaching self-discipline to our kids, sharing practical tips and real-l…
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Episode 167:Parenting with Purpose: The Ultimate Guide to Self-Discipline for Boys (and Girls) with author Jeff Nelligan
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Send us a text Listen in as DJ and Jeff Nelligan, a dad and author, discuss the importance of self-discipline in children. He emphasizes the role of routine, such as using a big calendar to manage daily tasks, and the significance of doing the right thing even when unobserved. Nelligan shares practical tips like involving children in household chor…
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Episode 166: 5 Amazing Strategies to Build Self-Discipline in Your Kiddos
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Send us a text If you’re looking for effective ways to raise responsible, confident, and well-behaved children, this episode is packed with valuable information. In this episode, DJ dives into the essential skill of teaching self-discipline to young children. Listen in as DJ explores what self-discipline means for kids and why it’s crucial for thei…
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Episode 165: Teaching Kids to use Kindness as they Resolve Conflicts With Kat Newport
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Send us a text Vote for the Imperfect Heroes Podcast: https://womeninpodcasting.net/imperfect-heroes-insights-into-parenting/ In this episode, DJ Stutz is joined by Kat Newport as they explore the critical topic of teaching children how to manage conflict in healthy, constructive ways. Together, they dive into the importance of conflict resolution …
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Episode 164: Teaching Children Empathy and Perspective-Taking in Early Childhood with Courtney Hart
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Send us a text In this episode, we continue our exploration of nurturing kindness in both words and actions within families and children. Join DJ Stutz and special guest Courtney Hart as they delve into the critical importance of teaching kindness to children, both typical and those with neurodiverse backgrounds. This conversation highlights the es…
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Episode 163: From Playroom to Real Life: Teaching Kindness Through Everyday Moments with Mariela DeSantiago
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Send us a text Join DJ and her guest, Mariela De Santiago as they discuss the importance of teaching kindness and embracing diversity in early childhood. Listen in as they talk about the significance of modeling kind behavior, using positive language, and practicing empathy and compassion towards others. Stay tuned as they share strategies for teac…
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Episode 162: The Evolution of Kindness: From Baby Steps to Big Hearted Kids
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Send us a text Join DJ Stutz in this episode as she delves into the importance of teaching children kindness and empathy, exploring the progression of how these values develop over time. Listen in as DJ emphasizes the crucial role of modeling kindness and providing opportunities for children to practice it. Stay tuned as she shares practical tips a…
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Episode 161: Nutrition, Nuts, and Poop: A Dive into Kids' Health with Christian Yordanov
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ and guest Christian Yordanov discuss the importance of nutrition in supporting children's health, particularly for those with autism. Listen in as they talk about the need to identify and address specific nutrient deficiencies through dietary changes, supplementation, and lab testing. Stay tuned as they also discu…
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Parent Perspectives: DJ and Roque Share the Joy of Taking Risks in Life
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ and special guest, Rachel “Roque” Stutz (DJ’s daughter) are discussing the various types of risks that parents and children encounter, including physical, emotional, and social risks. In the segment, they share their approaches to encouraging children to take calculated risks while balancing safety and fun and cha…
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Episode 159: This Kind of Fear is Learned with Dinalynn Rosenbush
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Send us a text Join DJ and special guest Dinalynn Rosenbush in this insightful episode as they delve into the importance of creating a supportive environment that encourages children to take calculated risks and develop emotional intelligence, competence, and confidence. DJ and Dinalynn emphasize the significance of fostering courage and curiosity …
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Episode 158: The Risks You and Your Child Must Take with Brittany Lindsay
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Send us a text This podcast episode highlights the importance of taking risks in parenting children with unique needs, particularly in terms of finding joy in the process and building a supportive community. In the episode, DJ and guest Brittany Lindsay discuss the need for parents to take risks, even when it feels scary, while Brittany shares pers…
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Episode 157: From Climbing Trees to Making Friends: The Value of Risk in Childhood
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Send us a text In this solo episode, DJ explores the importance of unstructured playtime for children and taking calculated risks for their growth and development. In the segment, DJ highlights the benefits of risk-taking in physical and mental development, emphasizing its role in personal growth. Listen in as she explains that preventing children …
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Episode 156: When Joy is Contagious with Anastasia Aruz
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ and guest Anastasia Aruz talk about the importance of finding joy and playfulness in everyday moments with children, while also identifying and nurturing their interests and passions. Listen in as they discuss the need to manage media consumption to protect mental health, and create a healthy family system by ackn…
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Episode 155: A Time to Be Joyful with Emily Guarnotta
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ and special guest Emily Guarnotta discuss strategies for parents to find joy in their daily lives and raise joyful children. Tune in to hear them emphasize the importance of prioritizing self-care, modeling positivity, and being present and supportive. Listen in as they discuss the importance of recognizing patter…
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REPLAY: Life is Better With Teeth with Dr. Ted Bennion
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Send us a text In this episode REPLAY from season one, DJ dives into the often challenging world of oral care for kids with Dr. Ted Bennion. Join in as they explore how parents can make a significant impact on their children's tooth care, the best ways to discuss oral hygiene with your child, and address common concerns such as thumb sucking and th…
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Episode 153: Awakening Joy in Our Children
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ discusses the importance of introducing joy to young children to help them develop a happier life. Listen in as host DJ Stutz talks about the significance of modeling joyful behavior, nurturing joy in children, and creating a positive atmosphere in the home. Stay tuned as she explains how to prioritize fostering j…
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Episode 152: Stop the Whining and Manipulation. Persevere!!
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Send us a text This podcast episode focuses on the theme of perseverance, wrapping up a four-part series on the subject. In the segment, DJ discusses the importance of perseverance for both parents and children, emphasizing how continued effort and resilience can lead to better outcomes in various aspects of life. Tune in as DJ shares personal anec…
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Episode 151: Parenting with Perseverance: Dr. Christine Li Shares The Secrets
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Send us a text In this episode, DJ invited fellow Podcaster, Psychologist and Procrastination Coach, Dr. Christine Li on the show to discuss strategies for teaching children resilience and clutter management. In the segment, Dr. Li shares the importance of setting realistic expectations, providing a sense of accomplishment, and creating a routine i…
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Episode 150: Parent Perspectives: Teaching My Kids to Persevere with Memrie Cromwell
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Send us a text In this episode, special guest and mother of three, Memrie Cromwell joins DJ to discuss the challenges of raising young children, highlighting the importance of perseverance, spiritual practices, curiosity, and self-reflection. Listen in as they share personal anecdotes and strategies for coping with the demands of motherhood, includ…
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Episode 149: From Meltdowns to Marvels: The Perseverance Playbook
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Send us a text This podcast episode delves into the importance of perseverance in parenting, encouraging parents to model persistence for their children and to help them develop resilience and confidence. In the segment, DJ shares strategies for teaching children to persist through challenges, such as breaking tasks into manageable pieces and setti…
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Episode 148: The Art of Attachment with Laurie A. Couture
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Send us a text This podcast episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing attachment disruption in children to prevent emotional damage and ensure their well-being. In the segment, DJ and special guest Laurie Couture discuss the significance of attachment and early intervention in nurturing and empowering children for healthy deve…
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Episode 147: Redefining Parenthood: Embracing New Roles and Responsibilities as Your Child Grows
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Send us a text This podcast episode explores the challenges and changes parents face as their children grow, focusing on the transition to empty nesters. In the segment, DJ discusses the emotional journey of parenthood, highlighting the importance of adapting parenting styles, managing emotions, and allowing children to become independent. Tune in …
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Episode 146: Parent Perspectives: Making Changes Work For Our families with Cindy Hunt
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Send us a text This podcast episode explores the theme of managing changes in parenting, discussing various types of changes from small inconveniences to significant life events like moving or loss. In the segment, host DJ Stutz and guest Cindy Hunt, share their experiences and strategies for helping children navigate change, underscoring the impor…
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Episode 145: What Do We Need to Flourish Through Change with Dr. Joris Gjata
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Send us a text The episode discusses strategies for parents and children to navigate transitions and changes, emphasizing the importance of unconditional support, acknowledging losses, and embracing uniqueness. In the segment , DJ invited Parent Coach and Internal Family Systems Practitioner Joris Gjata on the show to discuss the challenges childre…
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Episode 144: Confidence Through Change, 10 Strategies to Help Your Children Adapt
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Send us a text This podcast episode is focused on helping children navigate changes effectively by providing strategies for parents. In the segment, DJ discusses the importance of structure, stability, and resilience in managing both big changes like divorce or moving, as well as smaller ones like routine adjustments. Listen in as she advises paren…
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Episode 143: Are Our Kids Being Trained to be Impatient?
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Send us a text This podcast episode explores the concept of patience in parenting, highlighting how impatience pervades modern society and affects interactions with children. In the segment, DJ references expert insights, delves into the developmental aspects of patience in children, suggests strategies for promoting patience and addresses impatien…
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Episode 142: Parenting Perspectives, The Patience Project with Everyday Mom Lindsey Terry
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Send us a text This podcast episode delves into the imperfections of parenting, encouraging open admission of mistakes for a mutual learning environment between parents and children. In the segment, Lindsey Terry, a mother of three, shares insights on cultivating patience in parenting. Listen in as she underscores the importance of starting patienc…
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Episode 141: Exploring Patience: Nurturing Resilience in Children and Ourselves with Dr. Stephen Rowley
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Send us a text Dive into this episode for a profound exploration of the dynamics of patience and gain valuable insights into fostering this essential quality. In the segment, DJ hosted Dr. Stephen Rowley, who brought his wealth of experience and a profound emphasis on instilling patience in children. Listen in as they unravel the essence of patienc…
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Episode 140: Demanding Kids? Let’s Teach a Little Patience
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Send us a text This podcast episode encourages parents to set realistic expectations based on each child's age and temperament, promoting a journey of growth and understanding rather than expecting immediate perfection. In the segment, host DJ Stutz explores the theme of teaching and developing patience in children. Listen in as DJ emphasizes the i…
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Episode 139: Raising Little Love Bugs. Empowering Children to Express Affection Appropriately
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Send us a text This episode explores the profound impact parents have on shaping their children's understanding and practice of love throughout their lives. In the segment, DJ explores the importance of teaching children about love and its various dimensions. Tune in as DJ talks about building a foundation of love within the family, introducing the…
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Episode 138: Love at Home, Making Sure Every Child is Feeling Loved Every Day with Devoted Mom Jenna Jones
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Send us a text This episode explores the dynamics of parenting, including understanding children's emotions and fostering strong family relationships. In this episode, Jenna Jones, a stay-at-home mom, shares her experiences of juggling parenting, work, and household responsibilities. Listen in as the conversation covers themes of love, parenting ch…
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Episode 137: Strong Hearts: Establishing Love and Connection with Our Children with Dr. Sally Goldberg
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Send us a text This podcast episode delves into the profound impact of children's early relationships, highlighting attachment disorders and the essential need for a secure environment. In the segment, DJ invited Dr. Sally Goldberg, an expert in early childhood education, to the show to discuss crucial aspects of parenting, with an emphasis on cult…
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Episode 136: Nurturing Love: Essential Parenting Strategies
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Send us a text This podcast episode encourages parents to engage positively, set boundaries with love, and emphasizes the long-term impact of a child's early experiences on their future well-being. In the segment, DJ announces changes in her podcast format going forward to focus on raising independent and kind children by emphasizing values and mor…
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Episode 135: Picky Eaters or Kids Who Don’t Eat? Here’s What You Need to Know to Make Them Confident Eaters with Judith Yeabsley
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Send us a text This podcast episode contains insights into creating a positive and joyful food environment to instill good habits in children. In the segment, DJ interviews Judith Yeabsley, an accredited picky eater advisor, who advocates for a balanced approach to feeding children and encourages parents to guide food choices without being dictator…
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Episode 134: They Say Autism, But it Doesn’t Seem Right with Marci Melzer
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Send us a text This podcast episode provides practical tips for parents to minimize tech time and engage children in meaningful activities that contribute to language acquisition and essential life skills. In this segment, Marci Melzer, a seasoned speech therapist, addresses the challenges parents encounter in raising children in the digital age, p…
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Episode 133: Kids Stuck Inside For The Winter? With Kaley Metler
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Send us a text In this podcast episode, DJ talks with Kaley Metler, a fitness enthusiast and youth sports program organizer from Canada. Listen in as Kaley shares her experiences encouraging kids to engage in outdoor activities, especially during cold weather and as she expresses the importance of community involvement in homeschooling. Stay tuned …
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Episode 132: Want To Keep Active Kids Busy? Keep Them Curious with Melinda Mulcahy
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Send us a text In this episode, special guest Melinda Mulcahy is sharing the pivotal role of language and curiosity in parenting young children. Listen in as she and DJ discuss the positive impact of tweaking language to align with the brain's understanding, fostering curiosity to enhance a child's life. And stay tuned! Melinda is highlighting the …
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Episode 131: Resolution Realities, Strategies to Stop Yelling at Children
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Send us a text Welcome to season 4 and the first episode in 2024 of the Imperfect Heroes podcast! In this podcast episode, DJ explores challenges and strategies related to New Year resolutions with a focus on a common issue of yelling at our kids. Listen in as DJ discusses the varying approaches people take towards resolutions and as she delves int…
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Episode 130: Santa is Answering Questions From Kids
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Send us a text In this podcast episode, DJ has a lively conversation with the jolly man himself - Santa Claus! Grab your children and listen in as Santa shares insights into life at the North Pole, mentioning a recent heatwave at -40 degrees, and sheds light on the magic behind the flying reindeer, explaining the combination of special breeding and…
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