The Mind of a Child

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FEB 3

Raising Healthy Eaters: The Do's & Don'ts of Family Mealtime

→ 20% off for Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals - capture your family's favorite memories → Download our Prayer Calendar Mealtime isn’t just about food—it’s about connection, conversation, and creating lifelong habits. In this episode, we explore how to make family meals a positive experience while encouraging healthy eating habits in children. From picky eating to power struggles, we’ll share practical strategies to transform mealtime into a joyful experience for you and your family. 5 Key Takeaways: Avoid labels like “picky eater” to prevent reinforcing negative food behaviors.Offer foods multiple times—it can take 10-15 exposures before a child accepts a new food.Make mealtime enjoyable with creative food presentations, fun names, and engaging conversations.Encourage independence by letting kids serve themselves family-style.Focus on connection, not just nutrition—mealtime should be a time of joy and togetherness.Episode Highlights: [00:30] – Why mealtime is a blessing and an opportunity for family bonding[05:45] – Overcoming power struggles at the dinner table[11:00] – Fun ways to make food more appealing for kids[16:15] – The do’s and don’ts of raising healthy eaters[20:40] – The role of patience when introducing new foods[26:20] – How family-style meals encourage independence and better eating habits Please send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcast:themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com The Mind of a Child leans into early child development to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. Discussions are tailored for parents of children 8 and younger but are relevant for all parents. Your hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews.

Feb 3

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22 min
JAN 20

"How Do I Balance Not Overprotecting or Overexposing My Child?" [Q+A]

How Do We Nurture Faith & Discipline in Our Families? In this special Q&A episode, we answer listener-submitted questions about family discipleship, teaching humility, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating discipline as a united front. Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, and we’re here to provide faith-based guidance to help you raise children who love God, love others, and grow up honoring family values. Episode Highlights & Timestamps [00:30] – How to create meaningful family devotionals without resistance[06:15] – Daily discipleship habits that fit naturally into your routine[12:00] – Teaching humility through gratitude, service, and responsibility[18:45] – Protecting kids from cultural influences without over-sheltering them[25:30] – Navigating discipline: How to present a united front as parents Key Takeaways Don’t force devotionals. Instead, find a time that works best for your family’s natural rhythm.Encourage gratitude and humility by modeling these traits daily.Be a safe space for your child’s questions—master the art of “not freaking out.”Set clear boundaries on media, social influences, and cultural exposure.Unite as parents in discipline decisions—avoid letting kids play one parent against the other.→ Book mentioned: Family Discipleship by Matt Chandler & Adam Griffin Please send us your questions if you'd like to have them discussed on the podcastthemindofachildpodcast@gmail.com

Jan 20

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22 min
JAN 6

"My Child is Having a Tantrum and I'm Getting Anxious" [Q+A]

Happy 2025! We're leading off the new year with some questions we received at a discipleship conference that are relevant for lots of parents with younger children. This episode is super practical and will cover such things as tantrums, boundaries, routines, and even meal time. Enjoy! Episode mentioned: Meal TimeThe Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

Jan 6

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23 min
08/14/2023

Bringing the Reggio Emilia Approach Into Your Home

Reggio Emilia is focused on natural spaces, materials, and light, as well as an emphasis on curiosity and provocation. In this episode we discuss practical ways to bring this approach into the home. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and quick tips.This podcast is produced by Rockwell Productions ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

08/14/2023

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26 min
11/18/2024

Saying "Yes" to God's Vision for Your Family with Tabitha Paige

> Capture your child's precious moments with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals We are joined by artist, author, and mother Tabitha Paige to hear how saying "yes" to God's vision for her life and her family's life has led to blessings beyond her wildest imaginations. You've probably seen her children's books all over social media, and we're so excited to share her story with you all. This interview blessed us so much! And we can't wait for it to do the same for you. Enjoy! Support Tabitha's work by purchasing one of her best-selling children's books today on Amazon or on her website.The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

11/18/2024

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35 min
05/01/2023

Consequences, Part 1: Redefining the Word "Consequence"

When we hear the word 'consequences' it typically translates into 'punishment.' Specifically: "how can I punish my child so that they can learn their lesson?" Here's our challenge for how to view consequences a little bit differently. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. Reach out with topics that you'd like to hear at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram @themindofachildpod for weekly updates and quick tips.Check out our website for more content https://mindofachild.transistor.fm/ This podcast is a part of the Rockwell Productions podcast studio: info.rockwellproductions@gmail.com

05/01/2023

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21 min
12/02/2024

Parenting with Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love this Advent Season

> Capture your child's precious moments with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals Advent awaits the coming of Christ which is the hope, joy, peace and love not only for parents of young children this season, but for the entire world. On today's episode, we dive into the history of advent, discuss each of the four elements, before finishing with some practical steps for how you can bring hope, joy, peace, and love into your parenting this Christmas. Enjoy!The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

12/02/2024

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27 min
11/04/2024

Understanding the Impact of Play on Your Child's Development

> Capture your child's precious moments with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals Play is pivotal to a child's development; however, children nowadays are doing it less and less than ever before. On this episode, we define what is meant by play, how to incorporate more of it into your child's routine, and the developmental consequences of not having enough of it. Enjoy! The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

11/04/2024

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25 min
09/23/2024

Remaining Calm During Your Child's Tantrums, Melt Downs, and Frustration Fits [Regifted]

> Capture your child's precious moments with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals It can be overwhelming when your child has a tantrum, melt down, or frustration fit. How can we remain calm and meet them in the moment instead of escalating it even further? On today's episode we dive precisely into that. Thank you to the listener who sent in this question! Enjoy. The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

09/23/2024

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18 min
06/03/2024

Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?

> Document your favorite memories with Duncan and Stone's keepsake journals In response to our episode about Gentle Parenting, we had a listener reach out asking if Gentle Parenting is Biblical...great question! First, let's discuss what Biblical Parenting is and the mission God has given to parents. Verses mentioned in this episode: Ephesians 6:1Psalm 127:32 Samuel 7:14-15Ephesians 6:4Colossians 3:21Psalm 103:13Galatians 5:22-26Genesis 1-3Matthew 19:14 The Mind of a Child explores early child development on a social, intellectual, physical, emotional, and spiritual level to equip parents to parent well. Information is tailored for children 8 and under BUT is relevant for all ages. SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS at themindofachildpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at @themindofachildpod for reels, stories, and pictures.This podcast is produced by Rockwell ---> www.rockwell-productions.com

06/03/2024

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21 min

The Mind of a Child: Early child development with shows like The Mind of a Child and Good Thoughts. The Mind of a Child is part of the Rockwell Network, which is a community-centric podcast studio in Northwest Arkansas.

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Raising Healthy Eaters: The Do's & Don'ts of Family Mealtime

"How Do I Balance Not Overprotecting or Overexposing My Child?" [Q+A]

"My Child is Having a Tantrum and I'm Getting Anxious" [Q+A]

Bringing the Reggio Emilia Approach Into Your Home

Saying "Yes" to God's Vision for Your Family with Tabitha Paige

Consequences, Part 1: Redefining the Word "Consequence"

Parenting with Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love this Advent Season

Understanding the Impact of Play on Your Child's Development

Remaining Calm During Your Child's Tantrums, Melt Downs, and Frustration Fits [Regifted]

Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?

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The Mind of a Child

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Raising Healthy Eaters: The Do's & Don'ts of Family Mealtime

"How Do I Balance Not Overprotecting or Overexposing My Child?" [Q+A]

"My Child is Having a Tantrum and I'm Getting Anxious" [Q+A]

Bringing the Reggio Emilia Approach Into Your Home

Saying "Yes" to God's Vision for Your Family with Tabitha Paige

Consequences, Part 1: Redefining the Word "Consequence"

Parenting with Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love this Advent Season

Understanding the Impact of Play on Your Child's Development

Remaining Calm During Your Child's Tantrums, Melt Downs, and Frustration Fits [Regifted]

Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?

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