Handling Conflict In Front Of Our Children
Deana and Kira share strategies for modeling conflict resolution in front of your kids. How do we conflict with a partner without creating fear or feelings of instability? Celebrating our 100th episode with a special giveaway! Visit and use the code…
Growing WITH Our Children, with Dr. Kara Powell of the Fuller Youth Institute
Kira and Deana chat with Dr. Kara Powell of the Fuller Youth Institute who shares her unique philosophy about how we can grow with our children, instead of growing apart. She discusses the three phases of a child’s growth into adulthood and the…
And The Oscar Goes To…
Deana and Kira open Season 4 by talking about the Oscar Award winning performance that is parenthood. They describe how to effectively cultivate your “I’m not shocked face” as well as why it’s so critical that parents create a safe space for…
Blended Couplehood
Deana shares with listeners who may be in a blended family some tips and practical advice for nurturing, strengthening and caring for a remarriage or new relationship. Amidst the complexities of children, big feelings, and loss, how do couples…
Caring for Your Relationship with Nancy Owen, Couples and Sex Therapist
Kira and Deana welcome couples and sex therapist, Nancy Owen onto the show. Nancy discusses some of the ways relationships are affected by having children and offers practical tools and tips for navigating some of these relationship…
Spin Cycle: Getting on the Same Page
In this bonus episode Deana and Kira answer a listener question about the Parenting on the Same Page episode and discuss ways to communicate and work together to get on the same page when you might not be already.
Parenting on the Same Page
Operating on the same page with your partner is critical. Today’s episode addresses why this is so important for children to see, how exactly to present a united front, and strategies for when partners don’t see eye to eye.
Siblings and Step-Siblings
Deana and Kira discuss sibling dynamics for traditional sibling sets, twins and step-siblings. Listeners will learn tips for encouraging sibling harmony and gain problem-solving ideas for sibling squabbles.