The Monica Swanson Podcast - boy mom, build strong families, Biblical worldview, women’s wellness

This episode is for every mom who wants to raise her son to be emotionally intelligent and resilient…boys who are strong and empathetic, who are self-aware, and also…aware of others.  While every boy is unique, they all need our help growing up to embrace these qualities in the world today. Today's guest, Colleen Kessler, shares from her extensive research, as well as raising her own four, differently wired kids.  Colleen is an award-winning educator, educational coach, and consultant, international speaker, and passionate advocate for the needs of differently wired kids. This episode is super educational, and will also encourage you to keep talking to your kids, cheering them on, and supporting them in all of their uniqueness!  Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-98 You can support the Boy Mom Podcast by supporting Christian Parenting!  Two ways to donate!  You can TEXT: CP GIVE to 474747 or visit www.cpgive.org and donate now!  Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you have followed the Robertson family since Duck Dynasty became a major hit, you might have wondered, “How did they do it?” - How have they raised such amazing children and stayed so close as a family while being in the crazy spotlight of reality television?  In today’s conversation, Korie Robertson answers that question with honesty and humility.  Korie shares a bit from her book, “Strong and Kind: Raising Kids of Character”, and then she answers fun questions sent in from my Instagram followers!  Korie is so down-to-earth and fun to talk to, and I think her parenting wisdom will be a great encouragement to everyone!  Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-97 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I'm excited to kick off quarterly Q and A episodes this week, and I'm especially excited to have my husband, Dave, join me for this one!  It's a casual chat covering all kinds of things -- from how to handle eye rolling/disrespect, to helping kids develop their own faith, updates on Dave's tropical garden, fitting workouts into busy homeschool days, and much more.  You can always send questions in to aloha@monicaswanson.com (and write "Q &A" in the subject line) for future episodes! Find all show notes at: www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today's episode: www.monicaswanson.com/episode-96   Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ginger Hubbard is a best-selling author and sought-after speaker, and her books, “Don’t Make me Count to Three” and “I Can’t Believe You Just Said That!” shaped my early parenting years.  It is so great to have Ginger on the Podcast this week to share practical advice and encouragement on redirecting our kids’ behavior, from the heart.  This chat focuses on verbal frustrations (whining, lying, complaining, tattling…) and Ginger offers a simple three-step plan to deal with it all in a way that will actually last.  You are going to love all of Ginger’s practical examples and helpful tips!  Be sure to see show notes for links to her books, website, and brand new podcast! Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-95 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After such great feedback on the recent mini-series on Birth Order (Episodes, 90, 91, and 92) I wanted to continue the conversation about all of the things that make our boys unique. So, I invited my friend, Heather MacFadyen - host of the Don't Mom Alone Podcast, and four-boy-momma, to join me for today’s episode. Heather and her husband Bruce have a lot of experience with the Strength Finders test (aka: Clifton’s Strengths Test) so Heather gives us a little insight into how that works.  We also touch on love languages, and the Enneagram. Grab some coffee and join this fun boymom chat!  Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-94 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We all want our kids to have good character, but we don’t always consider how crucial character is to our kids’ future success.  In today’s interview, former multi-billion-dollar investment manager, Dennis Trittin, helps us connect the dots and find even more motivation for raising kids of character.  After over 30 years managing investments and studying successful leaders all over the world, Dennis shifted his focus to sharing what he had learned with the next generation.  Writing books and speaking to students, parents, and educators, Dennis is passionate about inspiring the next generation to embrace the kind of character that will help them get jobs (and not get fired from them!) nurture healthy relationships, and live happy, fulfilling lives. Today we draw from his book, What I Wish I Knew at 18: Life Lessons for the Road Ahead.   It is great timing for the conversation because this week (Feb. 9-12) the doors to my Character Training Course are once again open!  Learn more about the course and sign up NOW at www.monicaswanson.com/character-course. Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-93 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I love talking about birth order, and today’s episode had me smiling and laughing throughout.  Youngest kids are known for some unique character qualities – from being the comedians of the family, to getting off easy compared to their older siblings, and more. They are fun to love, but they still need our intentional parenting! In today’s episode, I share fun facts and helpful information about “What Our Youngest Sons Need Most from us", including a short interview with each of my (2) youngest sons. Be SURE to check show notes for links and for a chance to win a copy of The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin Lehman!   Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode:  www.monicaswanson.com/episode-92 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is the 2nd in a series looking at how birth order affects our sons.  You’ve probably heard the term, “Middle Child Syndrome”, and if you have a middle child you will probably agree that this can be a complex position in the family. I began studying birth order to better understand my own middle son, and what I learned helped our family so much.  After sharing what I learned on my blog, I heard from a lot of families who were encouraged by what they read!  In today’s episode, I share that blog post and a short interview with my middle son. Be SURE to check show notes for links and a chance to win a copy of The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin Lehman!  I’m happy to share this episode’s sponsor, BRONCO AND FRIENDS: A Party to Remember, written by one of our favorite role models, Tim Tebow!  Find links to the book and more information in show notes!   Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode: www.monicaswanson.com/episode-91 Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is the first in a short series looking at how birth order affects our sons.  I love to study personalities, love languages, birth order, and anything else that can help us better understand and relate to our kids.  Today I am sharing a blog post I wrote a few years ago about firstborns, as well as a short interview with MY firstborn, Josiah. Josiah offers some encouragement to the moms and kids listening and I think you will enjoy what he shares.  Be SURE to check show notes for links to things we talk about – and enter to win a copy of The Birth Order Book by Kevin Lehman.  I’m also so excited to share this episode’s sponsor, BRONCO AND FRIENDS: A Party to Remember, written by Tim Tebow!  Find links to the book and more information in show notes! SHOW NOTES: www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today's episode: www.monicaswanson.com/episode-90 Thank you to this episode's sponsor:  Bronco and Friends Children's book, by Tim Tebow    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I am over-the-moon excited to share this interview with the author of the resource I have always dreamed of, but now hold in my hands…(happy tears!) The Bible Recap: A One-Year Guide to Reading and Understanding the Entire Bible.  Perhaps you are familiar with the Bible Recap Podcast (with over 20 million downloads in the first year!) but my 2021 is starting off extra special because of this new tool to help me read through (and understand!) the Bible in a year!  Tara Leigh is so much fun to talk to, and she has some encouragement for us boy moms who want to inspire our sons to love the Word of God as well.  This is an episode you don’t want to miss, and I hope you’ll share it with your friends as well!  Find show notes:  www.monicaswanson.com/podcast Today’s episode: www.monicaswanson.com/episode-89 Thank you to this episode's sponsor, The Good Book Company! Find The God Contest by best-selling Children's author, Carl Laferton at www.thegoodbook.com Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy