In this episode, Saren shares some experiences she's had with one of those age-old parenting issues - getting kids to clean up their room. She also shares some helpful tips for figuring out when it may be time to "give up" or simply let up on certain things that we want our children to do as we respect their opinions and needs and build our relationships with them.  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/114

Direct download: 114.POMRadio.GivingUp.mp3
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Ever wondered how to broaden your children's horizons and help them contribute to the larger world? This interview with Saren (who just got back from a family trip to Europe!) will spark some great new ideas.  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/113 

Direct download: 113.POMRadio.BroadenAndContribute.mp3
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If you're a mother who feels like there is NEVER enough time to sit, think, rest, or just enjoy a little peace and quiet all by yourself, this post is for you. What will you get? At least one extra hour of quiet every single day.

For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/112

 

Direct download: 112.POMRadio.MommysQuietTime.mp3
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At a recent Power of Moms Retreat, Saydi Shumway (a social worker and professional photographer), presented important research about happiness as well as simple but very effective ways to find greater joy in motherhood. In this episode, Saydi shares the main points from her presentation and Saren and Saydi offer further ideas on how we can more fully see and treasure the glistening moments motherhood can offer. For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/111

Direct download: 111.POMRadio.EnjoyItBecauseItsHappening.mp3
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Ever feel like your life consists  of one chaotic event after another? Here are four practical tips to help you remember how important you really are.  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/110

Direct download: 110.POMRadio.MotheringMayhem.audio.mp3
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Ever feel like you simply need a break? Do you feel guilty if you sit down to rest at night...especially if there are still dishes in the sink? This wise post by Pricilla Dickinson has really resonated with our Power of Moms community, and April and Saren are excited to talk about it...and share some of their own stories. Come join the conversation at https://powerofmoms.com/109.

Direct download: 109.POMRadio.DirtyDishes.mp3
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In 10 words or less, what did you love best about your mom while you were growing up?  We asked our community this question, and their response was BEAUTIFUL.  Hear all about it in our radio show broadcast.  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/____

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Should you take that assignment to school that your child left at home? Should you pick them up from school whey they say they feel sick when their sickness seems highly dubious?  It's such a challenge to figure out when we're crossing the line from showing compassion for our children to coddling and enabling them!  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/108

Direct download: 108.POMRadio.AreYouCoddlingYourKids.AS.mp3
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In this week's episode, Saren interviews Heather Staker, mother of five and national expert in online learning, about how we can get help our children more fully reap the benefits of the vast online learning opportunities now available, while keeping their screen time under control.  For full show notes, please visit powerofmoms.com/106

Direct download: 107POMRadio.NavigatingOnlineLearningForOurKids.SarenHeather.mp3
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Ever feel like you "don't compare" to the other moms on social media? You'll love this sweet, powerful message that has been loved by millions worldwide. For links to the full post and information about the upcoming book, please visit https://powerofmoms.com/106

Direct download: 106.POMRadio.YourChildrenWantYOU.AprilPerry.mp3
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