Imperfect Heroes: Insights Into Parenting

Nov 18 2024 178 ep. 45 mins 2
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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 for practical parenting tips and stories that resonate with your unique journey!

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Episode 177: Gratitude Made Simple: Creative Parenting Hacks to Grow Thankfulness in Kids with Nicole Oke

Nov 18 2024 36 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 intelligence. She shares practical ways to h

Episode 176: Gratitude and Mental Health: Transforming Parenting Through Positivity with Emily Guarnotta

Nov 11 2024 35 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 also shares her work at Phoenix Health

Episode 175: Thanksgiving to New Year: Connecting Gratitude, Faith, and Renewal

Nov 04 2024 28 mins  
Send us a textDownload your free copy of “Donation Bingo: Giving to Kids in Need” here:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/resourcesIn 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 "trilogy of holidays" framework—Thanks

Episode 174: Brave Parents Needed. Standing Up For Your Child’s Education with Dr. George Maurer

Oct 28 2024 35 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 how parents can identify and addr

Episode 173: Bravery Begins at Home: Parenting Tips to Teach Children Courage with Dinalynn Rosenbush

Oct 21 2024 37 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 independence.Parents are natural role mode

Episode 172: Bravery in Parenting: Helping Your Child Face Life’s Toughest Challenges with Dana Diaz

Oct 13 2024 40 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 autonomy, and teaching him resilience.Dan

Episode 171: Raising Everyday Heroes: How to Foster Bravery in Children

Oct 07 2024 34 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 bold behavior, creating opport

Episode 170: Parenting with Self-Awareness and Self-Discipline: Ryann Watkin’s Approach

Sep 30 2024 39 mins  
Send us a textIn 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, spirituality, and family life. Ryann Watkin

Episode 169: Early Lessons in Self-Discipline: A First-Time Father’s Perspective with Wolfgang Bennion

Sep 23 2024 38 mins  
Send us a textIn 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 incorporating self-discipline into his pare

Episode 168: From Bedtime Battles to Family Meetings: Raising Disciplined and Responsible Kids with Missy Yandow

Sep 16 2024 36 mins  
Send us a textIn 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-life examples along the way.Missy di