First Half Parenting with Paul and Sherri Peterson

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Parenting kids in the First Half (infancy - middle school) is challenging, but you can do it and even enjoy the process! We have done it six times and learned some things along the way! Join us in this conversation as we discuss how to become successful First Half Parents!

  1. 06/26/2024

    15- A campfire discussion about childhood obesity

    In this episode, recorded on a cell phone while sitting by a campfire, we discuss the causes, effects, and some ways to address childhood obesity.  This discussion was fueled by Dr. Leonard Sax's book, "The Collapse of Parenting."  Even if your kids do not struggle with weight issues, there is some good stuff in this discussion!

    58 min

  2. 04/03/2024

    14- How to use the car, wallet, and calendar to shape your child's future!

    Your child's daily schedule (their calendar) is an INCREDIBLY powerful tool for First Half Parents! Your kids are doing things and going places with people... they are listening to them too. What and who they listen to is shaping who they will become! In this episode, Paul and Sherri discuss how to leverage the calendar (and the car and wallet) to positively shape your child's future! You can hear part one of this discussion here and the second part here.

    42 min

  3. 03/22/2024

    13- How to shape your child's future by managing their friendships!

    You know that you are "the average of the five people with whom you spend the most time." This is true for your kids too! Their friends are talking, and your kids are listening!  In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about the importance of helping your children pick good friends. This is part two of a three-part series called, "Listening and Learning." You can hear part-one here.

    46 min

  4. 03/10/2024

    12- Teaching your kids to LISTEN and LEARN... and a short discussion about social media

    In part one of a three-part series, Paul and Sherri talk about why it is important to LISTEN in a world that talks a lot.  Did you know that the best way to teach your kids to listen is to LISTEN FIRST? Listen to this podcast and you'll see why!!!

    41 min

  5. 02/09/2024

    11- How to raise kids who spend wisely and avoid debt

    In this episode, Paul and Sherri discuss the idea that personal finances have public consequences. They also share ideas and practices that will help you help your children spend wisely and avoid debt! This is the third in a three-part series on money. You can listen to part one here and part two here.

    41 min

  6. 01/26/2024

    10- GIVE, SAVE- two words that will change your child's life!

    In this episode, Paul and Sherri, explain why GIVING and SAVING are a critical part of any financial plan, and why every child should start doing them TODAY! Remember, "Parents are the number one influence on their children’s financial behaviors, so it’s up to us to raise a generation of mindful consumers, investors, savers, and givers.” Beth Kobliner, Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even if You’re Not)

    35 min

  7. 01/12/2024

    9- Show your kids how to ”work work” and build a great life!

    In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about the value of work (SECRET: Every child can and should work). They give a three-step plan you can use TODAY to help your kids work and do good work that even they will appreciate! This is the first of a three-part discussion on MONEY!

    44 min

  8. 12/28/2023

    8- Parenting with a heavy heart

    In this episode, Paul and Sherri talk about parenting older children, dealing with disappointment, having difficult conversations, and loving when you are hurt.  They also share some ideas that will help you parent well through your pain.

    38 min
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Parenting kids in the First Half (infancy - middle school) is challenging, but you can do it and even enjoy the process! We have done it six times and learned some things along the way! Join us in this conversation as we discuss how to become successful First Half Parents!

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