Mar 18 2024 54 mins 2
In this episode, Somer welcomes her and Michelle's good friend, Lauren Diggs to discuss what it's like and what it takes to be confident when your parenting style and boundaries look different than the rest of the worlds. Lauren is a mother of 5 ranging in ages 9 to 32 and even a new grandma so she is speaking from a place of both experience and being in the trenches with you. Lean in! This is a good one.
00:35 Discussing the Challenges of Being a 'Strict' Mom
01:27 Meet Lauren
04:19 Reflecting on Childhood and Parenting Styles
07:25 Adapting Parenting Approach for Different Children
10:31 Navigating The Hard Parts
20:08 The Role of Confidence in Parenting
25:31 Maintaining Open Conversations with Children
29:37 Understanding Your Child's Perspective
29:58 Teaching Kids to Make Beneficial Choices
30:23 Trusting God with Your Child's Journey
34:05 Q&A
52:26 Conclusion: Embracing Your Role as a Parent
