In this special episode, Robrenna and her daughter Savannah sit down and talk about TikTok. They cover: 1. Why the pandemic created a jump in TikTok users 2. How the app has produced Grammy-award winning artists and Broadway musicals 3. How TikTok helps young people open doors into industries they are interested in 4. The downsides of TikTok, notably plagiarism 5. Cosplay and the positive sides of TikTok Next Steps for Parents: 1. Ask your GenZ girl about her favorite Tik Tok creators....

In this episode, Robrenna discusses: - Why using dating apps is so appealing - The different dating apps and their pitfalls and positives RESOURCES MENTIONED: Listen to Episode 5: Social Media Mania and The Gen-Z Generation: https://www.lifeaudio.com/mama-take-heart/episode-5-social-media-mania-and-the-gen-z-generation ...

In this episode, Robrenna and Grace discuss: - Grace’s diagnosis with Social Anxiety Disorder - How Grace felt in middle and high school - What is helpful and unhelpful in discussing mental health issues - How the church can be helpful and not harmful with mental health issues FOLLOW ROBRENNA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/

Alida Sharp moved with her family to Russia to be missionaries when her kids were 15 and 18. Moving overseas with teens was a huge challenge, but also a gift, and Alida shares what she learned about helping our kids navigate huge life changes. CONNECT WITH...

In this episode, Robrenna and Tiffany discuss: - Why we put all the responsibility for purity AND blame for transgression on women - “Just world mentality” and why it’s pervasive in purity culture - Reimaging what consent could look like for boys and girls - What kinds of conversations we need to have with both our little and pre-teen kids - How we can coach our girls to say no with confidence - Why we miss the point when we focus only on what girls are wearing CONNECT WITH...

After years of silently struggling with social anxiety and sensory processing issues, Dr. Lamar Hardwick was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at the age of 36. This week, we’re going to talk about his book, “Disability and The Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion.” In this episode, Dr. Hardwick and Robrenna talk about: - Dr. Hardwick’s story and the earliest signs of his personal experience with autism spectrum disorder - How he came to be diagnosed with autism spectrum...

This is the second part of Robrenna's conversation with her friend Sherry. In this episode, they talk about the failures of the church to welcome families on the spectrum, and a few ideas to make parents and their autistic children feel more at home and included in the life of the church. Here are helpful links for parents regarding Autism and Asperger’s: Autism...

April is Autism Awareness Month. In this episode Robrenna sits down with her friend Sherry to talk about her own personal journey as a parent of a child with autism. Here are helpful links for parents regarding Autism and Asperger’s: Autism Speaks https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism#:~:text=Autism%2C%20or%20autism%20spectrum%20disorder,in%20the%20United%20States%20today. Testing for Autism: Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R)...

Most of us moms take care of a lot of people, but sometimes we can struggle to take care of ourselves. Kari joins Robrenna to talk about her new book: More than a Mom: How Prioritizing Your Wellness Helps You (And Your Family) Thrive. Pre-order Kari’s book now for a free bundle of goodies! https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/more-than-a-mom/ In this episode, Robrenna and Kari discuss: 1. Why taking care of yourself is not selfish, but actually helps you show up better for your family 2. Caring...

Today, Robrenna talks with family friend Bill Kollar, the Leadership Development Director at Cru, a college campus, interdenominational Christian parachurch organization. He and Missy are parents to four children. Bill has worked for Cru for the past 33 years. Here are some of the topics they discuss: 1. How Genz feels about God and the Bible: they are both open to religion and spiritual matters, but also distruss religious institutions and leaders. 2. Bill’s personal experiences...

Adolecent Nutritionist Bracha Kopstick is back! This time she and Robrenna sit down to discuss eating disorders and disordered eating. Since the pandemic, there have been huge increases in eating disorder diagnoises. Bracha helps us understand that eating disorders serve a purpose in our teens lives - a sense of control. They unpack this as well as a variety of topics: 1. What are eating disorders and what are the most common? 2. What are the signs and symptoms of eating disorders? 3. How...

Jessie is a popular speaker, blogger and author of 14 books, including “Crushed: Why Boys Don’t Have to Make or Break You.” Her work for girls and their parents has been featured in Focus in the Family, Parenting Today’s Teens, She Reads Truth, Revive Our Hearts, and Brio Magazine. She has two teenage daughters. In this episode, Jessie and Robrenna discuss: 1. How Jessie decided to create her website (lifeloveandgod.com) 2. The power of silence to make us stay trapped in shame and secrecy...

Today, Robrenna talks with Elizabeth Sabillon, host of Beauty Marks Podcast. Here are some of the topics they cover: 1. Dating in high school and the pressures surrounding young relationships 2. Body image and disordered eating 3. What to look for in health and unhealthy relationships 4. Specific red flags of toxic or emotionally abusive relationships 5. Loving and affirming your daughters to lay a strong foundation for openness in communication. 6. The importance of knowing the parents of...

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. So today, we’re having a frank conversation about teens in emotionally abusive relationships. My guest today is Stephanie Olsen, a speaker, teacher and the CEO of Set Me Free Project. We discuss: 1. Defining emotional abuse 2. What a healthy relationship looks like 3. What an abusive relationship looks like 4. What should we do when we think our daughters fear our judgment To connect with Stephanie: Set Me Free Project:...

Gen Z is an advocate generation, seeking change and social justice. How can mothers be a model for them to look up to in this regard? Robrenna and Ashley cover a lot of ground in this episode, including: 1. What does it look like to have a responsibility to one another, in our communities and neighborhoods? 2. What God does in the tension of conflict, and how we can have conversations where we may not agree but we can still love 3. The power of curiosity in conversations 4. How social media...

In this episode, Robrenna talks about 7 different kinds of love, where the terms come from and how, when we show God’s love, we can show the world who He is and what He is up to. Resources from this episode: Bible Project Agape Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slyevQ1LW7A C.S. Lewis' Four Loves: https://www.cslewis.com/four-types-of-love/ Follow Robrenna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robrennaredl/ Image Credit: Getty/paseven

What can you do if your child has been exposed to or is viewing p*rn? In this important episode, Robrenna and Barb talk through practical steps to take to protect your kids from the devastating effects of p*rn. They also talk about the link between trafficking and p*rn. Links to Info Discussed in today’s episode: Barna Groups Study P*rn Phenomenon National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: https://www.missingkids.org/HOME Follow and Connect with Barb: Website:...

Sometimes the best way to connect with our kids on hard issues is through good books. Follow Kristen: Website: www.kristenterrette.com Instagram: @kterrette, https://www.instagram.com/kterrette/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorkristenterrette Get a copy of Kristen’s book See You Monday: https://amzn.to/33xgmuS "Sharing Our Stories" Blog: https://coveringitall.blogspot.com/2020/08/sharing-our-stories-introduction.html Wholly Loved Ministries: https://whollyloved.com/ Follow...

According to Pew Research, Gen-Z is the most global and diverse generation of Americans. In this interview with Malaika Geuka Wells, Robrenna and Malaika discuss: 1. How they talk to their kids about race and racism 2. God’s original intention for diversity and connection (Galatians 3:27) 3. How racism is an impediment to godliness and the gospel 4. The difference between ethnicity and race 5. Why race was created Connect with Malaika Geuka Wells: Facebook @MalaikaonMission, Instagram...

Find Dr. Reyes: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleamireyes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmichelleamireyes Twitter: https://twitter.com/drmichellereyes Resources from This Episode: Get your copy of Michelle's book: Becoming All Things: How Small Changes Lead to Lasting Connections Across Cultures: https://zondervanacademic.com/products/becoming-all-things The Race Wise Family by Helen Lee and Michelle Ami Reyes Available for pre-order:...

Reflective Journal Prompts for the End of the Year 1. What did you learn about yourself this year? 2. What were some of your challenges this year? 3. List five things you’re thankful for this year: 4. What positive things happen? 5. Who had the greatest impact on you this year? 6. How were you able to overcome obstacles? 7. What attributes of God do you want to embody this year? 8. How did you show up in 2021? 9. How do you want to show up this year? 10. How did you display kindness...

Generation Z is known as “social justice warriors.” This generation really does seem to care about doing what is right, and have an eye for the vulnerable in society. From protests, boycotts and cancel culture, they have a particular view of justice. But how does that compare to God’s view of justice? Questions to ponder with your girl: 1. What does justice mean to you? 2. What do you think about public shaming? 3. What’s the difference between consequences and cancel culture? 4. What’s...

Cyberbullying is on the rise. Lack of supervision and 24/7 accessibility feeds this problem. Robrenna talks about some practical steps we can take to protect our kids from cyberbullying – and to keep them from being a bully online. Questions to ponder with your girl: • How does she feel after engaging on social media? • Has she ever experienced escalated digital drama? If so, what happened? • What does she think about name-calling on social media? • How can she be compassionate (to others...

Winter break is a wonderful opportunity to intentionally connect with our girls. But we also need to be mindful of the specific needs they have (depending on their age!). Sometimes, it can be hard for us to balance their growing need for independence, friendship and autonomy with our desires for family connection. In this incredibly practical episode, Robrenna dives into the specific needs that tweens, teens and college-age girls have over their winter break. The key: intentional...