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• How to Build a Home Marked by Gratitude: Simple Morning Routines, Practical Daily Prayers, and the Surprising Health Benefits of Giving Thanks

  → Prayer Calendar→ Read 'Valley of Vision'As a young mom, it can be easy to get swept up in the daily grind of changing diapers, managing meltdowns, cooking meals, and trying to stay spiritually anchored. But what if the secret to renewed strength, perspective, and peace is something as simple and profound as gratitude?In today's episode, we invite young Christian mothers to rediscover the joy and discipline of giving thanks. With Scripture, personal stories, and tips, we walk through practical ways to cultivate a heart of gratitude in your family in the mundane and messy moments of motherhood. From morning routines to dinnertime conversations, we hope this episode leaves you feeling encouraged, seen, and spiritually nourished.Episode Highlights[00:00] Thanksgiving & Gratitude[06:00] Morning Routines[14:00] Biblical examples of ThanksgivingPlease send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: [email protected] The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

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• 7 Lies About Feelings that Keep Young Parents Stuck (And What the Bible Actually Says)

  → Prayer Calendar→ Read 'Emotionally Healthy Spirituality'Feelings (or emotions): the internet is full of recommendations and tips about them. Within all the noise, there are some dangerous lies that young mothers can slip into if we're not careful. In this episode, we tackle some 7 of the most common lies about feelings and what Scripture says in response.1. My feelings are right → Jeremiah 17:9, Ps. 139:23-242. My feelings are sinful → Ephesians 4:293. My feelings are my guide → Proverbs 3:5-6, Jonah4. My feelings are unique to me → Hebrews 2:17, 4:14-165. I can't help the way I feel → Isaiah 26:36. You must affirm my feelings → Proverbs 11:14, 15:227. I don't have the qualifications to counsel my child in their feelings → Isaiah 9:6Episode Highlights[00:00] Why "feelings" are such a hot topic in our culture[02:00] The 7 Lies[20:00] Practical Takeaways Please send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: [email protected] The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

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• Answering Your Most Commonly Asked Questions about Motherhood: Building Genuine Friendships, Identifying Mom Anger, and Battling Busyness & Overstimulation

  → Prayer CalendarMotherhood is a gift but it can also come with a fair bit of struggles. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions that come up: from building genuine friendships, to navigating busyness and overstimulation, to healing from mom anger and much much more.Whether you're a first time mom or a seasoned vet, this episode is full of encouragement for young mothers who want some support and encouragement.Episode Highlights[00:00] Introduction[09:30] Reason, Season, & Life Friends[17:00] Mom AngerPlease send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: [email protected] The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

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• Bringing Your New Baby Home: Preparing Older Siblings, Advice on Meal Trains & Visitors, and Navigating "Regression" with Grace

  → Prayer CalendarBringing home a new baby is a beautiful, sacred moment. But for young mothers, it can also come with questions, guilt, and unexpected emotions, especially when there’s already a toddler or preschooler at home. In this episode, we offer wisdom for moms navigating the transition from one child to two (or more). We share practical ways to prepare your older child, introduce the baby, manage regressions, balance new demands, and maintain connection in this holy and hard season.Whether you're weeks away from delivery or in the thick of newborn life, this episode is full of encouragement for mothers who want to parent with love, wisdom, and peace.Episode Highlights[00:00] Introduction: Preparing[10:30] Meal Trains & Visitors[15:00] Aggression & Regression[20:00] Grocery "retreats"Please send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: [email protected] The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

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• Setting Boundaries with In-Laws, Navigating Blended Families, & Parenting with an Unbelieving Spouse [Listener Q+A]

  → Prayer CalendarFamily relationships are a gift but they can also be complicated. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions that come up in Christian family life: from parenting on a united front with your spouse to navigating blended families, in-laws, boundaries, and unbelieving partners, this episode offers wisdom rooted in Scripture and experience.Episode Highlights[00:00:00] Introduction[00:04:30] The four parenting styles[00:12:00] Blended family dynamics[00:17:00] Setting boundaries with extended family[00:23:00] Parenting with an unbelieving spousePlease send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast: [email protected] The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space.

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