HeyJaredWire Talk with Karen Stubbs
Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood.
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534: Relationships that Make Parenting Harder (opens the original)
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Sometimes it's not the kids - it's the adults around them that make parenting so difficult! Today we are answering your questions about difficult in-laws, boundaries with extended family, and tricky friendships that can make even simple parenting scenarios more complicated. Tune in and learn something practical to help you navigate whatever you're facing this week. Episode Recap: Should I re-engage my family of origin? Historically, it has been painful. (5:30) I’m struggling with my sister-in-la
533: When Your Child’s Behavior Scares You (opens the original)
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Have you ever looked at your child and wondered, Where in the world is this behavior coming from? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by big emotions, difficult behavior, or a child you just can’t seem to figure out, this episode is for you. Karen and Emily share practical insight and tools to help you better understand your child and respond with confidence instead of frustration. Episode Recap: Sign up for SOAR today! (1:32) My 10 yr old is so domineering that other kids don’t want to play with him
532: Am I Making the Right Parenting Decision? (opens the original)
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Ever wish God would just TELL you what to do? Today, Karen and Emily tackle parenting decisions that don’t have a clear right or wrong answer; from kindergarten readiness and family size to going back to work and navigating technology at school. If you’re facing a parenting dilemma, we hope this episode helps you pray, trust God’s guidance, and move forward with confidence. Episode Recap: SOAR is only one month away! Sign up today (2:00) Should I redshirt my Kindergartener? (2:40) How do you kno
531: Are We Making Our Kids Less Capable? with Sissy Goff (opens the original)
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Kids today are becoming increasingly afraid of risk and discomfort- are parents part of the problem? Today bestselling author and counselor Sissy Goff joins Karen and Emily to talk about her new book, Capable, and why loving our kids well sometimes means encouraging them to do hard things. Sissy shares how moms can manage their own anxiety and trust their parenting instincts to prepare their kids for greater confidence. Don’t miss the absolutely brilliant catchphrases she offers for reminding ki
530: How to Stay Calm When Your Child Isn’t with Josh Thames (opens the original)
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If you've ever lost your temper with your kids, this conversation is for you. Counselor Josh Thames shares practical tools to help moms stay calm, communicate more effectively, and respond with confidence, even when emotions are running high. Whether you're parenting a child with ADHD, anxiety, or just big feelings, you'll walk away with practical encouragement you can use today. Episode Recap: Josh is an LPC with a background in teaching (1:30) Are we making parenting decisions out of fear? (5:
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