

Raising Boys & Girls
That Sounds Fun Network
Welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls Podcast with Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan. In each episode of this podcast, we’ll share some of what we’re learning in the work we do with kids and families on a daily basis at Daystar Counseling Ministries. Our goal is to help you care for the kids in your life with a little more understanding, a little more practical help, and a whole lot of hope. So pull up a chair and join us on this journey of raising boys and girls. Connect with us at raisingboysandgirls.com.
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Apr 6, 2021 • 32min
Episode 21: How to Be a More Playful Parent and Enjoy Your Kids
We are living in an intense time, and play may not be top-of-mind most days. However, play is so important in childhood and parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share research, ideas, and encouragement for being a more playful parent.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-playful-parentConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 30, 2021 • 37min
Episode 20: Being a Connected and Intentional Parent with Heather and Carlos Whittaker
Do you feel disconnected as a family? Every season of parenting brings obstacles to connection. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week on the Raising Boys & Girls podcast for a fun and hope-filled conversation with author and podcaster Carlos Whittaker and his wife, Heather, on being a connected parent.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-heather-carlos-whittaker-interviewConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 23, 2021 • 38min
Episode 19: How to Be a More Connected Parent to Young Children and Adolescents
Let's face it, life is busy! But connecting with our kids is one of our top priorities as parents. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share ideas and encouragement for being a more connected parent.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-connected-parentConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 16, 2021 • 47min
Episode 18: Using the Enneagram to Understand and Parent Kids and Adolescents
The Raising Boys & Girls podcast is bringing you Intentional Conversations with parents in the trenches! Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with singer/songwriters Jill and Andy Gullahorn about finding balance in parenting and family life.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-jill-andy-gullahorn-interviewConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 9, 2021 • 41min
Episode 17: How to Find Balance in Parenting
With messages coming at us from every angle, it can be hard to find balance in parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share practical ways to find balance and ultimately be better guides for our kids.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-balanced-parentConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 2, 2021 • 1h 3min
Episode 16: Parenting with Faith, Hope, and Survivor Skills with Elisabeth Hasselbeck
You've seen her on Survivor and heard her on The View. Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas as they chat with Elisabeth Hasselbeck on finding hope in parenting and life.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-elisabeth-hasselbeck-interviewConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 23, 2021 • 31min
Episode 15: How to Block Out Discouragement and Find Hope in Parenting
With everything we have going on as parents, being hopeful is not something we typically focus on. Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share why it's so important to be a hopeful parent.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-hopeful-parentConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 16, 2021 • 48min
Episode 14: Imagination, Creativity, and Hope for Kids Who are Becoming
Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with poet and artist, Morgan Harper Nichols about parenting, patience, and hopeful imagination.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-morgan-harper-nichols-interviewConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 9, 2021 • 37min
Episode 13: Self-Care for Parents That Will Lead to Patience
Patience is something we all struggle with, especially in parenting! Join Sissy Goff, David Thomas, and Melissa Trevathan this week as they share grace-filled insights, practical strategies, and Bible truths to help you be a more patient parent. Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-patient-parentConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Feb 2, 2021 • 36min
Episode 12: Understanding the Why Behind Your Child's Behavior
Join Sissy Goff and David Thomas this week as they talk with best-selling author and mom, Dr. Tina Payne Bryson about consistent practices that help in parenting.Grab links, stats, and quotes you want to remember in the show notes at https://www.gominno.com/blog/raising-boys-and-girls-podcast-dr-tina-bryson-interviewConnect with Sissy, David, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.comConnect with Minno at podcast.gominno.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


