http://www.activated.org Parenting can be one of the most thrilling, rewarding experiences of life, yet present you with some of the greatest challenges you will ever face. This podcast features personal stories, practical tips, techniques, and helpful information on how to raise children with love and integrity in today's world. Taken from the Activated magazine (www.activated.org). [Published weekly; averaged length 2-6 min.] en-us © 2009 The Family International Sun, 09 Dec 2001 00:00:00 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/thumbnail.png http://www.activated.org A missionary father in India brightens the day of 50 slum children, and once again is reminded of the joy of giving. Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/A_Soccer_Ball_Sea_of_Smiles.mp3 2010-10-29T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International A missionary father in India brightens the day of 50 slum children, and once again is reminded of the joy of giving. A missionary father in India brightens the day of 50 slum children, and once again is reminded of the joy of giving. 00:03:45 They say it's the little things in life that often bring the greatest joy. Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MakeItMagical.mp3 2010-09-03T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International They say it's the little things in life that often bring the greatest joy. They say it's the little things in life that often bring the greatest joy. 00:03:02 The greatest gifts my mother ever gave me were the gifts of courage and faith. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Gifts_to_last_a_lifetime.mp3 2011-09-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The greatest gifts my mother ever gave me were the gifts of courage and faith. The greatest gifts my mother ever gave me were the gifts of courage and faith. 00:02:06 Let us strive to see things that are as they should be; not in the glassy beauty of perfection, but in the rich fullness of love. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/The_Bookmark.mp3 2009-08-10T08:01:04Z The Family International Let us strive to see things that are as they should be; not in the glassy beauty of perfection, but in the rich fullness of love. Let us strive to see things that are as they should be; not in the glassy beauty of perfection, but in the rich fullness of love. 00:02:26 Three months to six months Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby28_3months-6months.mp3 2011-07-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Three months to six months Three months to six months 00:05:30 A parent's best friend Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds30_A_parents_best_friend.mp3 2012-04-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A parent's best friend A parent's best friend 00:03:12 Three friends and I, all part of the Family International, had been invited to this school for mentally and physically challenged children to participate in their annual graduation barbeque. Tue, 13 Jul 2010 08:01:49 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/UnconstrainedMotherlyLove.mp3 2010-07-13T08:01:49Z The Family International Three friends and I, all part of the Family International, had been invited to this school for mentally and physically challenged children to participate in their annual graduation barbeque. Three friends and I, all part of the Family International, had been invited to this school for mentally and physically challenged children to participate in their annual graduation barbeque. 00:02:26 This time of learning, difficult as it may be, will make you stronger. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Perseverance.mp3 2009-08-24T08:01:03Z The Family International This time of learning, difficult as it may be, will make you stronger. This time of learning, difficult as it may be, will make you stronger. 00:03:50 I think I have been guilty of saying "I'm sorry" too much, and that seems to have given my children the wrong idea. Fri, 01 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Sorry-ness.mp3 2010-10-01T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International I think I have been guilty of saying "I'm sorry" too much, and that seems to have given my children the wrong idea. I think I have been guilty of saying "I'm sorry" too much, and that seems to have given my children the wrong idea. 00:02:20 Babies are forever--a touch of Heaven Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby07_Babies_are_forever.mp3 2011-02-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Babies are forever--a touch of Heaven Babies are forever--a touch of Heaven 00:00:45 Take a childview of life Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds14_Take_a_childview_of_life.mp3 2011-12-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Take a childview of life Take a childview of life 00:01:24 One of the most important things we can spend on children is time! Sat, 14 Aug 2010 08:01:40 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/PrimeTime_FamilyTime.mp3 2010-08-14T08:01:40Z The Family International One of the most important things we can spend on children is time! One of the most important things we can spend on children is time! 00:03:47 Baby care is a family affair Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby24_Baby_care_family_affair.mp3 2011-06-17T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Baby care is a family affair Baby care is a family affair 00:01:02 Seeing, feeling, understanding Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds10_Seeing_feeling_understanding.mp3 2011-11-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Seeing, feeling, understanding Seeing, feeling, understanding 00:03:13 Taking care of things Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds12_Teaching_practical_skills.mp3 2011-12-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Taking care of things Taking care of things 00:02:27 It was the end of another long, hectic day. My husband had been away on business for almost three weeks, and caring for our eight-year-old son and a two-month-old baby on my own had been a new and challenging experience. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:48:53 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/NotAProblem.mp3 2010-03-02T18:48:53Z The Family International It was the end of another long, hectic day. My husband had been away on business for almost three weeks, and caring for our eight-year-old son and a two-month-old baby on my own had been a new and challenging experience. It was the end of another long, hectic day. My husband had been away on business for almost three weeks, and caring for our eight-year-old son and a two-month-old baby on my own had been a new and challenging experience. 00:02:34 A list of qualities I've gained, as a mother, through my child's "terrible twos." Fri, 03 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Appreciating_the_Terrible_Twos_2.mp3 2010-12-03T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International A list of qualities I've gained, as a mother, through my child's "terrible twos." A list of qualities I've gained, as a mother, through my child's "terrible twos." 00:04:27 Activities that develop body skills Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds09_Develop_body_skills.mp3 2011-11-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Activities that develop body skills Activities that develop body skills 00:03:29 Some areas need clear guidelines Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds25_Some_areas_need_clear_guidelines.mp3 2012-03-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Some areas need clear guidelines Some areas need clear guidelines 00:01:05 Listen for what the heart is trying to say. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Glafaf.mp3 2009-08-18T08:01:04Z The Family International Listen for what the heart is trying to say. Listen for what the heart is trying to say. 00:03:18 After 21 years of marriage, I discovered a new way of keeping alive the spark of love. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/DinnerDate.mp3 2010-09-17T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International After 21 years of marriage, I discovered a new way of keeping alive the spark of love. After 21 years of marriage, I discovered a new way of keeping alive the spark of love. 00:04:12 Care for and consideration of others Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds16_Social development.mp3 2012-01-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Care for and consideration of others Care for and consideration of others 00:01:44 We parents want our children to be liked and get along well with other children. I certainly did when my first child, Danae, was beginning to play with other kids. Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:59:45 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/ThingsAreNotForever.mp3 2010-04-12T19:59:45Z The Family International We parents want our children to be liked and get along well with other children. I certainly did when my first child, Danae, was beginning to play with other kids. We parents want our children to be liked and get along well with other children. I certainly did when my first child, Danae, was beginning to play with other kids. 00:03:50 The Father of all fathers cares for His child Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby04_The_Father_cares_for_His_child.mp3 2011-01-28T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The Father of all fathers cares for His child The Father of all fathers cares for His child 00:01:04 When keeping Baby is in question Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby05_When_keeping_Baby_is_in_question.mp3 2011-02-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International When keeping Baby is in question When keeping Baby is in question 00:02:03 Sometimes a mistake parents make is letting worry be the guideline for deciding what their children are able to do. If something causes the parents to worry, they won't let their children do it. Mon, 24 May 2010 08:01:15 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Anxiety_DeepBlueSea.mp3 2010-05-24T08:01:15Z The Family International Sometimes a mistake parents make is letting worry be the guideline for deciding what their children are able to do. If something causes the parents to worry, they won't let their children do it. Sometimes a mistake parents make is letting worry be the guideline for deciding what their children are able to do. If something causes the parents to worry, they won't let their children do it. 00:04:37 Mothers give so much. Their entire lives are a gift of love to their families. We journey far from our beginnings, and then something tugs at our heartstrings and draws us home to rediscover who we are and where we came from. Fri, 15 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/InterviewWithMom.mp3 2010-10-15T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Mothers give so much. Their entire lives are a gift of love to their families. We journey far from our beginnings, and then something tugs at our heartstrings and draws us home to rediscover who we are and where we came from. Mothers give so much. Their entire lives are a gift of love to their families. We journey far from our beginnings, and then something tugs at our heartstrings and draws us home to rediscover who we are and where we came from. 00:04:01 Papa, now you know how sorry I am for hurting you so. Now you know how proud I am of you and how immensely grateful I am for the way you affected my life. Tue, 01 Jun 2010 01:00:59 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/StuffHeavenIsMadeOf.mp3 2010-06-01T01:00:59Z The Family International Papa, now you know how sorry I am for hurting you so. Now you know how proud I am of you and how immensely grateful I am for the way you affected my life. Papa, now you know how sorry I am for hurting you so. Now you know how proud I am of you and how immensely grateful I am for the way you affected my life. 00:06:09 "This is the story of our son Gabriel, who was born with Down Syndrome and was truly one of Heaven's special children." Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:01:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/5.Heavens_Special_Child.b.mp3 2009-11-09T08:01:06Z The Family International "This is the story of our son Gabriel, who was born with Down Syndrome and was truly one of Heaven's special children." "This is the story of our son Gabriel, who was born with Down Syndrome and was truly one of Heaven's special children." 00:10:28 Scriptures about teaching children the Bible Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds33_Scriptures_about_teaching_children_the_Bible.mp3 2012-05-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Scriptures about teaching children the Bible Scriptures about teaching children the Bible 00:01:07 Even as a teenager I loved babies and couldn't wait to be a father. By the time I was 20, I was married and my wife Anisa and I were expecting our first child. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:43:34 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/BitterOrBetter.mp3 2010-03-22T15:43:34Z The Family International Even as a teenager I loved babies and couldn't wait to be a father. By the time I was 20, I was married and my wife Anisa and I were expecting our first child. Even as a teenager I loved babies and couldn't wait to be a father. By the time I was 20, I was married and my wife Anisa and I were expecting our first child. 00:04:10 I received the perfect gift last Christmas--the love of a little child. Fri, 24 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/The_Perfect_Gift.mp3 2010-12-24T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International I received the perfect gift last Christmas--the love of a little child. I received the perfect gift last Christmas--the love of a little child. 00:01:33 A new life Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby35_A_new_life.mp3 2011-09-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A new life A new life 00:01:33 There are 1440 minutes in a day. Subtract the nine hours or so that my children sleep, and that leaves 900 minutes each day in which I am bombarded with questions, requests, tearful pleas, laughs, kisses, hugs, and messes. Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:23:47 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MinutesThatCount.mp3 2010-04-04T15:23:47Z The Family International There are 1440 minutes in a day. Subtract the nine hours or so that my children sleep, and that leaves 900 minutes each day in which I am bombarded with questions, requests, tearful pleas, laughs, kisses, hugs, and messes. There are 1440 minutes in a day. Subtract the nine hours or so that my children sleep, and that leaves 900 minutes each day in which I am bombarded with questions, requests, tearful pleas, laughs, kisses, hugs, and messes. 00:04:26 There are going to be times in the day-to-day routine of parenting when you feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:01:12 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/WhenYouFeelFrazzled.mp3 2010-03-15T08:01:12Z The Family International There are going to be times in the day-to-day routine of parenting when you feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. There are going to be times in the day-to-day routine of parenting when you feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. 00:03:10 Books are important for your children Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds17_Books_important_for_children.mp3 2012-01-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Books are important for your children Books are important for your children 00:02:01 Baby can seem like an accident--but never is! Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby02_Baby_can_seem_like_an_accident-but_never_is.mp3 2011-01-14T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Baby can seem like an accident--but never is! Baby can seem like an accident--but never is! 00:02:11 Accepting fatherhood Fri, 29 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby17_Accepting_fatherhood.mp3 2011-04-29T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Accepting fatherhood Accepting fatherhood 00:01:41 Personal care and self-sufficiency Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds15_Personal_care_self-sufficiency.mp3 2011-12-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Personal care and self-sufficiency Personal care and self-sufficiency 00:01:17 About a week before my son Tristan's fourth birthday, I talked with him about how much he had grown up in the past year, how much he had learned, and how proud I was of him for the progress he had made. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 08:01:12 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/ThroughEyesChild.mp3 2010-04-26T08:01:12Z The Family International About a week before my son Tristan's fourth birthday, I talked with him about how much he had grown up in the past year, how much he had learned, and how proud I was of him for the progress he had made. About a week before my son Tristan's fourth birthday, I talked with him about how much he had grown up in the past year, how much he had learned, and how proud I was of him for the progress he had made. 00:04:58 Newborn to six weeks Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby26_Newborn-6weeks.mp3 2011-07-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Newborn to six weeks Newborn to six weeks 00:03:25 Oh, heavenly Father, make me a better parent. Teach me to understand my children, to listen patiently to what they have to say, and to answer all their questions kindly. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:08:32 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/AParentsPrayer.mp3 2010-02-23T01:08:32Z The Family International Oh, heavenly Father, make me a better parent. Teach me to understand my children, to listen patiently to what they have to say, and to answer all their questions kindly. Oh, heavenly Father, make me a better parent. Teach me to understand my children, to listen patiently to what they have to say, and to answer all their questions kindly. 00:01:44 God comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort others. Fri, 24 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/PassItOn.mp3 2010-09-24T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International God comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort others. God comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort others. 00:03:46 Bring the little ones to Jesus Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds28_Bring_the_little_ones_to_Jesus.mp3 2012-03-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Bring the little ones to Jesus Bring the little ones to Jesus 00:03:28 The best inheritance a parent can give to his children is a few minutes of his time each day. Fri, 22 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/A_Parents_Best_Investment.mp3 2010-10-22T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International The best inheritance a parent can give to his children is a few minutes of his time each day. The best inheritance a parent can give to his children is a few minutes of his time each day. 00:04:43 How Aunt Marina influenced my life Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/One_of_a_Kind.mp3 2009-08-31T08:01:02Z The Family International How Aunt Marina influenced my life How Aunt Marina influenced my life 00:03:16 Practical things you can do to stimulate your baby's brain development Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby22_Practical_babys_brain_development.mp3 2011-06-03T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Practical things you can do to stimulate your baby's brain development Practical things you can do to stimulate your baby's brain development 00:05:36 Getting help from a friend Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby11_Getting_help_from_a_friend.mp3 2011-03-18T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Getting help from a friend Getting help from a friend 00:00:53 Children are bound to have problems, but no matter what the problem stems from, love can correct it. Fri, 27 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Love_Answer.mp3 2010-08-27T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Children are bound to have problems, but no matter what the problem stems from, love can correct it. Children are bound to have problems, but no matter what the problem stems from, love can correct it. 00:05:29 Something new to learn and experience Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:01:08 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Jam_to_Remember.mp3 2009-07-13T01:01:08Z The Family International Something new to learn and experience Something new to learn and experience 00:04:55 Faith for a child--"all things are possible to him who believes" (Mark 9:23) Fri, 21 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby03_ Faith_for_a_child.mp3 2011-01-21T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Faith for a child--"all things are possible to him who believes" (Mark 9:23) Faith for a child--"all things are possible to him who believes" (Mark 9:23) 00:01:08 My Grandpa used to say "If you see well behaved children, you can be sure that someone is using both hands in bringing them up -- the right hand of love, and the left hand of discipline." Fri, 04 Dec 2009 08:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/7.Using_Both_Hands.c.mp3 2009-12-04T08:01:05Z The Family International My Grandpa used to say "If you see well behaved children, you can be sure that someone is using both hands in bringing them up -- the right hand of love, and the left hand of discipline." My Grandpa used to say "If you see well behaved children, you can be sure that someone is using both hands in bringing them up -- the right hand of love, and the left hand of discipline." 00:03:35 The primary factor in raising children is love. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/3.Love_Is_the_Answer.c.mp3 2009-10-26T08:01:05Z The Family International The primary factor in raising children is love. The primary factor in raising children is love. 00:05:29 Realize how much kids both need and appreciate those unexpected surprises -- a good laugh or a happy, fun time together. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Take_Time_to_Laugh_and_Love.mp3 2009-07-03T01:01:02Z The Family International Realize how much kids both need and appreciate those unexpected surprises -- a good laugh or a happy, fun time together. Realize how much kids both need and appreciate those unexpected surprises -- a good laugh or a happy, fun time together. 00:04:21 Finding fulfillment in motherhood is all a matter of accepting our true priorities and refocusing our efforts with a proper perspective. Fri, 12 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Adjusting_to_Parenthood.mp3 2010-11-12T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Finding fulfillment in motherhood is all a matter of accepting our true priorities and refocusing our efforts with a proper perspective. Finding fulfillment in motherhood is all a matter of accepting our true priorities and refocusing our efforts with a proper perspective. 00:03:24 Arts and Crafts Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds20_Arts_crafts.mp3 2012-02-03T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Arts and Crafts Arts and Crafts 00:01:14 A variety of quotes about babies Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby33_Quotes_about_babies.mp3 2011-08-19T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A variety of quotes about babies A variety of quotes about babies 00:01:44 Getting help when you need it Fri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds03_Getting_help_when_you_need_it.mp3 2011-10-07T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Getting help when you need it Getting help when you need it 00:01:23 Opportunities to develop your child's self-confidence. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:01:42 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Confident Children.mp3 2009-08-04T01:01:42Z The Family International Opportunities to develop your child's self-confidence. Opportunities to develop your child's self-confidence. 00:10:35 Bonding with Baby Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby16_Bonding_with_Baby.mp3 2011-04-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Bonding with Baby Bonding with Baby 00:00:34 A lesson on the importance of trying to understand what is the motivation that lies behind a child's actions, before jumping to conclusions. Fri, 31 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Understanding_a_Childs_Mind.mp3 2010-12-31T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International A lesson on the importance of trying to understand what is the motivation that lies behind a child's actions, before jumping to conclusions. A lesson on the importance of trying to understand what is the motivation that lies behind a child's actions, before jumping to conclusions. 00:04:36 I was thinking about my mom on her birthday, and realized that there was something very special about my childhood--the times we spent together. Fri, 17 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Simple_Joys_Warm_Christmas.mp3 2010-12-17T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International I was thinking about my mom on her birthday, and realized that there was something very special about my childhood--the times we spent together. I was thinking about my mom on her birthday, and realized that there was something very special about my childhood--the times we spent together. 00:02:45 You can't expect children to learn good behavior on their own. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:45:18 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Start_Early.mp3 2010-02-22T21:45:18Z The Family International You can't expect children to learn good behavior on their own. You can't expect children to learn good behavior on their own. 00:05:52 When you're all alone, you're getting scored on, and you can't stop them, it means a lot to know that it doesn't matter to those who love you. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 01:01:07 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/The_Winner.mp3 2009-07-22T01:01:07Z The Family International When you're all alone, you're getting scored on, and you can't stop them, it means a lot to know that it doesn't matter to those who love you. When you're all alone, you're getting scored on, and you can't stop them, it means a lot to know that it doesn't matter to those who love you. 00:05:24 Adjusting to being pregnant Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby12_Adjusting_to_being_pregnant.mp3 2011-03-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Adjusting to being pregnant Adjusting to being pregnant 00:01:27 If I were asked that question, what would be my reply? Mon, 07 Jun 2010 05:38:15 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MyUnsungHero.mp3 2010-06-07T05:38:15Z The Family International If I were asked that question, what would be my reply? If I were asked that question, what would be my reply? 00:04:10 Put yourself in their shoes Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds05_Put_yourself_in_their_shoes.mp3 2011-10-21T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Put yourself in their shoes Put yourself in their shoes 00:01:44 Chandra tells how she makes time for parenting in the midst of her busy schedule. Fri, 10 Dec 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Making_Time_for_Parenting.mp3 2010-12-10T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International Chandra tells how she makes time for parenting in the midst of her busy schedule. Chandra tells how she makes time for parenting in the midst of her busy schedule. 00:01:32 Presenting God's Word in a fun way Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds31_Teaching_toddlers_about_Gods_Word.mp3 2012-04-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Presenting God's Word in a fun way Presenting God's Word in a fun way 00:01:47 As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 06:59:47 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/9.Wanted_Real_Parents.t.mp3 2010-01-04T06:59:47Z The Family International As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. 00:05:42 Bible memory time Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds32_Bible_memory_time.mp3 2012-04-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Bible memory time Bible memory time 00:02:46 Six to seven months Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby29_6-7months.mp3 2011-07-22T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Six to seven months Six to seven months 00:07:00 Tools and utensils Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds13_Tools_utensils.mp3 2011-12-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Tools and utensils Tools and utensils 00:01:02 Make it fun, make it lively! Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds04_Make_it_fun.mp3 2011-10-14T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Make it fun, make it lively! Make it fun, make it lively! 00:01:49 "I am now a wiser and warier parent. I also have a renewed appreciation of the love and mercy of God..." Tue, 07 Jul 2009 01:01:07 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Coping_with_the_Unexpected.mp3 2009-07-07T01:01:07Z The Family International "I am now a wiser and warier parent. I also have a renewed appreciation of the love and mercy of God..." "I am now a wiser and warier parent. I also have a renewed appreciation of the love and mercy of God..." 00:03:10 Help your husband understand Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby13_Help_your_husband_understand.mp3 2011-04-01T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Help your husband understand Help your husband understand 00:02:07 Teenagers: 10 Things Every Parent Should Know Fri, 10 Sep 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Teenagers.mp3 2010-09-10T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International Teenagers: 10 Things Every Parent Should Know Teenagers: 10 Things Every Parent Should Know 00:03:05 "At age 14 I was arrested for stealing and sent to a reform school. My father's first reaction was to be angry with me, but later as he prayed about it, he came to the realization that he had been partly to blame for not being more of a father to me." Mon, 14 Jun 2010 16:50:58 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Wanted_RealParents.mp3 2010-06-14T16:50:58Z The Family International "At age 14 I was arrested for stealing and sent to a reform school. My father's first reaction was to be angry with me, but later as he prayed about it, he came to the realization that he had been partly to blame for not being more of a father to me." "At age 14 I was arrested for stealing and sent to a reform school. My father's first reaction was to be angry with me, but later as he prayed about it, he came to the realization that he had been partly to blame for not being more of a father to me." 00:05:47 "We learned a lot together, and lived what many people only read about in books, or see on TV." Sat, 07 Aug 2010 08:02:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MyParentingSafari.mp3 2010-08-07T08:02:02Z The Family International "We learned a lot together, and lived what many people only read about in books, or see on TV." "We learned a lot together, and lived what many people only read about in books, or see on TV." 00:05:50 A child's best friend Fri, 06 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds29_A_childs_best_friend.mp3 2012-04-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International A child's best friend A child's best friend 00:02:33 Gearing up for delivery Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby14_Gearing_up_for_delivery.mp3 2011-04-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Gearing up for delivery Gearing up for delivery 00:01:30 As it turned out, not only did I end up living out the Lord's plan for me as a mother, but He also blessed me with the fulfillment of many other desires as well. Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:01:13 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MothersCalling.mp3 2010-06-29T08:01:13Z The Family International As it turned out, not only did I end up living out the Lord's plan for me as a mother, but He also blessed me with the fulfillment of many other desires as well. As it turned out, not only did I end up living out the Lord's plan for me as a mother, but He also blessed me with the fulfillment of many other desires as well. 00:04:19 Preparations of the heart Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby08_Preparations_of_the_heart.mp3 2011-02-25T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Preparations of the heart Preparations of the heart 00:02:14 I love my children and want to be a good parent, but I feel very incapable. Is there a secret to raising happy, well-adjusted children? Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:27:44 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/ParentingSecrets.mp3 2010-07-05T15:27:44Z The Family International I love my children and want to be a good parent, but I feel very incapable. Is there a secret to raising happy, well-adjusted children? I love my children and want to be a good parent, but I feel very incapable. Is there a secret to raising happy, well-adjusted children? 00:03:28 There are going to be times in the day to day routine of parenting when feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:01:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/4.Frazzled.l.mp3 2009-11-02T08:01:06Z The Family International There are going to be times in the day to day routine of parenting when feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. There are going to be times in the day to day routine of parenting when feel overwhelmed by situations and circumstances. 00:03:11 Introduction: Trailing clouds of glory Fri, 07 Jan 2011 19:33:46 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby01_Trailing_clouds_of_glory.mp3 2011-01-07T19:33:46Z The Family International Introduction: Trailing clouds of glory Introduction: Trailing clouds of glory 00:01:50 Realize that a child's experience is limited Fri, 28 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds06_A_childs_experience_is_limited.mp3 2011-10-28T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Realize that a child's experience is limited Realize that a child's experience is limited 00:02:06 21 ways to win your teen's love and admiration Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Success_with_Teens.mp3 2009-09-19T08:01:03Z The Family International 21 ways to win your teen's love and admiration 21 ways to win your teen's love and admiration 00:12:43 The importance of early learning Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds02_The_importance_of_early_learning.mp3 2011-09-30T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International The importance of early learning The importance of early learning 00:01:23 "Praying first helped me keep my composure and follow through lovingly..." Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:01:06 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Love_and_Discipline.mp3 2009-09-07T08:01:06Z The Family International "Praying first helped me keep my composure and follow through lovingly..." "Praying first helped me keep my composure and follow through lovingly..." 00:03:36 I have been blessed with the love of not one, but two mothers--one who had to leave me but is ever near in spirit, and one who came when I needed a mother the most. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/ALifeDoublyBlessed.mp3 2011-09-09T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International I have been blessed with the love of not one, but two mothers--one who had to leave me but is ever near in spirit, and one who came when I needed a mother the most. I have been blessed with the love of not one, but two mothers--one who had to leave me but is ever near in spirit, and one who came when I needed a mother the most. 00:01:28 A father is so needed in shaping a child's world! Fri, 05 Nov 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/A_Fathers_Role.mp3 2010-11-05T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International A father is so needed in shaping a child's world! A father is so needed in shaping a child's world! 00:02:14 Bodywork--Mother's physical preparations Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby09_Bodywork_Mothers_physical_preparations.mp3 2011-03-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Bodywork--Mother's physical preparations Bodywork--Mother's physical preparations 00:01:31 Activities that encourage muscle coordination Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds11_Muscle_coordination.mp3 2011-12-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Activities that encourage muscle coordination Activities that encourage muscle coordination 00:02:54 On following instructions Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby32_On_following_instructions.mp3 2011-08-12T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International On following instructions On following instructions 00:02:16 Deliverance Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby15_Deliverance.mp3 2011-04-15T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Deliverance Deliverance 00:01:16 Five simple steps to follow when correcting a toddler Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds23_Five_simple_steps_to_follow_when_correcting_a_toddler.mp3 2012-02-24T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Five simple steps to follow when correcting a toddler Five simple steps to follow when correcting a toddler 00:00:38 If your child is physically or mentally challenged Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby06_If_your_child_is_challenged.mp3 2011-02-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International If your child is physically or mentally challenged If your child is physically or mentally challenged 00:01:11 Making your home a safe place for Baby Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby23_Making_your_home_safe_for_Baby.mp3 2011-06-10T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Making your home a safe place for Baby Making your home a safe place for Baby 00:01:46 Pregnancy means never being alone Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby10_Pregnancy_means_never_being_alone.mp3 2011-03-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Pregnancy means never being alone Pregnancy means never being alone 00:02:18 Making contact Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby18_Making_contact.mp3 2011-05-06T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Making contact Making contact 00:01:36 "I watched from my window as a group of neighborhood children tried to retrieve a ball that had fallen into a drain." Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:01:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/2.Growing_Up_Helping_Out.k.mp3 2009-10-19T08:01:04Z The Family International "I watched from my window as a group of neighborhood children tried to retrieve a ball that had fallen into a drain." "I watched from my window as a group of neighborhood children tried to retrieve a ball that had fallen into a drain." 00:05:00 After four years and a 44-hour bus ride, I was finally visiting my daughter and son-in-law and seeing my young granddaughter, Giovanna, for the first time. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 22:56:26 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/GiovannaSolution.mp3 2010-04-19T22:56:26Z The Family International After four years and a 44-hour bus ride, I was finally visiting my daughter and son-in-law and seeing my young granddaughter, Giovanna, for the first time. After four years and a 44-hour bus ride, I was finally visiting my daughter and son-in-law and seeing my young granddaughter, Giovanna, for the first time. 00:03:38 Depend on God to help you be a good parent Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds27_The_Lord_is_your_helper.mp3 2012-03-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Depend on God to help you be a good parent Depend on God to help you be a good parent 00:01:27 One thing that kids do all the time is argue amongst themselves. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 08:01:12 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/TeachingChildren.mp3 2010-03-30T08:01:12Z The Family International One thing that kids do all the time is argue amongst themselves. One thing that kids do all the time is argue amongst themselves. 00:05:05 Children need to learn to put themselves in other people's shoes. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/6.Teaching_Children.t.mp3 2009-11-16T08:01:03Z The Family International Children need to learn to put themselves in other people's shoes. Children need to learn to put themselves in other people's shoes. 00:04:51 We are only human, so it's inevitable that we sometimes let our children down or are less than perfect parents, but God will never fail. Fri, 08 Oct 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/WhyFearTheFuture.mp3 2010-10-08T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International We are only human, so it's inevitable that we sometimes let our children down or are less than perfect parents, but God will never fail. We are only human, so it's inevitable that we sometimes let our children down or are less than perfect parents, but God will never fail. 00:04:47 Children are gifts from God Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds01_Gods_Gift.mp3 2011-09-23T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Children are gifts from God Children are gifts from God 00:02:17 Ten months to one year Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby31_10months-1year.mp3 2011-08-05T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Ten months to one year Ten months to one year 00:07:07 Reading and writing preparation Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds18_Reading_writing_preparation.mp3 2012-01-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Reading and writing preparation Reading and writing preparation 00:01:12 A new perspective on the "terrible twos." Includes a list of qualities my child gained during this age. Fri, 26 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Appreciating_the_Terrible_Twos_1.mp3 2010-11-26T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International A new perspective on the "terrible twos." Includes a list of qualities my child gained during this age. A new perspective on the "terrible twos." Includes a list of qualities my child gained during this age. 00:05:38 Children with positive feelings about themselves, who believe they can succeed, are far more likely to. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/1.Confident_Child.l.mp3 2009-10-12T08:01:05Z The Family International Children with positive feelings about themselves, who believe they can succeed, are far more likely to. Children with positive feelings about themselves, who believe they can succeed, are far more likely to. 00:10:20 Do others feel guilty for not doing enough for their children, not providing for them or guiding and inspiring them as much as they'd like to? Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:29:38 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/HealedByAHug.mp3 2010-07-22T17:29:38Z The Family International Do others feel guilty for not doing enough for their children, not providing for them or guiding and inspiring them as much as they'd like to? Do others feel guilty for not doing enough for their children, not providing for them or guiding and inspiring them as much as they'd like to? 00:05:21 "Through this interruption in my accomplishment-driven routine, He was able to get through to me about something of much more lasting value: the power of prayer." Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:07:04 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Day_the_Bouncer_Broke.mp3 2009-09-14T18:07:04Z The Family International "Through this interruption in my accomplishment-driven routine, He was able to get through to me about something of much more lasting value: the power of prayer." "Through this interruption in my accomplishment-driven routine, He was able to get through to me about something of much more lasting value: the power of prayer." 00:02:51 Teaching toddlers to pray and praise Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds34_Teaching_toddlers_to_pray_and_praise.mp3 2012-05-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Teaching toddlers to pray and praise Teaching toddlers to pray and praise 00:03:13 Teaming up with your toddler Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds26_Teaming_up_with_your_toddler.mp3 2012-03-16T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Teaming up with your toddler Teaming up with your toddler 00:01:43 Never underestimate the influence you have on the children who share your world. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 01:01:02 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Influence.mp3 2009-07-03T01:01:02Z The Family International Never underestimate the influence you have on the children who share your world. Never underestimate the influence you have on the children who share your world. 00:02:37 Soul food for Baby Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby20_Soul_food_for_Baby.mp3 2011-05-20T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Soul food for Baby Soul food for Baby 00:02:17 Six weeks to three months Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby27_6weeks-3months.mp3 2011-07-08T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Six weeks to three months Six weeks to three months 00:03:02 Bible scriptures about babies Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby34_Scriptures_about_babies.mp3 2011-08-26T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Bible scriptures about babies Bible scriptures about babies 00:05:01 A Mother's Prayer Mon, 21 Sep 2009 08:01:03 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Rich_Parent.mp3 2009-09-21T08:01:03Z The Family International A Mother's Prayer A Mother's Prayer 00:02:42 "She came to us in the fall of 1976, not long before Christmas. It was wonderful to have a baby girl." Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:01:07 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Christmas_Promise.k.mp3 2009-12-07T08:01:07Z The Family International "She came to us in the fall of 1976, not long before Christmas. It was wonderful to have a baby girl." "She came to us in the fall of 1976, not long before Christmas. It was wonderful to have a baby girl." 00:08:56 Baby toys Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby25_Baby_toys.mp3 2011-06-24T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Baby toys Baby toys 00:02:40 Serious situations Fri, 02 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds24_Serious_situations.mp3 2012-03-02T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Serious situations Serious situations 00:01:40 "Children, your mother and I have an important announcement," Daniel said in a way that commanded everyone's attention. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 15:44:54 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/36seconds.mp3 2010-02-15T15:44:54Z The Family International "Children, your mother and I have an important announcement," Daniel said in a way that commanded everyone's attention. "Children, your mother and I have an important announcement," Daniel said in a way that commanded everyone's attention. 00:02:29 How our own self-depreciating body issues can affect our children's perspective of themselves and their self-esteem. Fri, 19 Nov 2010 06:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/An_Issue_of_Beauty.mp3 2010-11-19T06:00:00+00:00 The Family International How our own self-depreciating body issues can affect our children's perspective of themselves and their self-esteem. How our own self-depreciating body issues can affect our children's perspective of themselves and their self-esteem. 00:02:53 Make it easy to be good Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds22_Make_it_easy_to_be_good.mp3 2012-02-17T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Make it easy to be good Make it easy to be good 00:01:41 Your example is your child's best teacher Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds07_Example_childs_best_teacher.mp3 2011-11-04T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Your example is your child's best teacher Your example is your child's best teacher 00:02:20 Building Baby's brain power Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby21_Building_Babys_brain_power.mp3 2011-05-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Building Baby's brain power Building Baby's brain power 00:02:29 Rules, Reasons, and Repercussions Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds21_Art_of_correcting_toddlers.mp3 2012-02-10T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Rules, Reasons, and Repercussions Rules, Reasons, and Repercussions 00:02:54 Believe it or not, young children like to help out. It's true! Children actually enjoy and take pride in being helpful until they are "taught" otherwise. Mon, 03 May 2010 07:48:54 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/WhenWorkisPlay.mp3 2010-05-03T07:48:54Z The Family International Believe it or not, young children like to help out. It's true! Children actually enjoy and take pride in being helpful until they are "taught" otherwise. Believe it or not, young children like to help out. It's true! Children actually enjoy and take pride in being helpful until they are "taught" otherwise. 00:06:44 Keep walking, talking and rocking Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby19_Keep_walking_talking_rocking.mp3 2011-05-13T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Keep walking, talking and rocking Keep walking, talking and rocking 00:00:57 It's the end of a long day of caring for sick children. No, not my own. Fri, 20 Aug 2010 05:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/HiddenBlessing.mp3 2010-08-20T05:00:00+00:00 The Family International It's the end of a long day of caring for sick children. No, not my own. It's the end of a long day of caring for sick children. No, not my own. 00:02:19 I don't know if it is the same for all first-time mothers, but nothing holds my interest like watching my little girl. Sun, 01 Aug 2010 08:01:51 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/MyLittleGirl.mp3 2010-08-01T08:01:51Z The Family International I don't know if it is the same for all first-time mothers, but nothing holds my interest like watching my little girl. I don't know if it is the same for all first-time mothers, but nothing holds my interest like watching my little girl. 00:01:43 Denith had received a teddy bear when he was a baby, affectionately named "Teddy," and he was very attached to his stuffed friend. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:28:11 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/My2-Year-Old.mp3 2010-06-21T16:28:11Z The Family International Denith had received a teddy bear when he was a baby, affectionately named "Teddy," and he was very attached to his stuffed friend. Denith had received a teddy bear when he was a baby, affectionately named "Teddy," and he was very attached to his stuffed friend. 00:03:24 Seven to ten months Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Baby30_7-10months.mp3 2011-07-29T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Seven to ten months Seven to ten months 00:05:51 Pushing the praise button Fri, 11 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds08_Pushing_the_praise_button.mp3 2011-11-11T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Pushing the praise button Pushing the praise button 00:01:36 Interpret pictures, comprehension, speech Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Keys2Todds19_Interpret_pictures_speech.mp3 2012-01-27T00:00:00+00:00 The Family International Interpret pictures, comprehension, speech Interpret pictures, comprehension, speech 00:01:41 Brooke arrived next. Brooke was an angel of a baby, waking only to gurgle and coo, and putting herself back to sleep. Mon, 17 May 2010 16:27:58 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Evolution_of_a_Mother.mp3 2010-05-17T16:27:58Z The Family International Brooke arrived next. Brooke was an angel of a baby, waking only to gurgle and coo, and putting herself back to sleep. Brooke arrived next. Brooke was an angel of a baby, waking only to gurgle and coo, and putting herself back to sleep. 00:03:15 As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 08:01:05 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Wanted_Real_Parents.c.mp3 2009-10-06T08:01:05Z The Family International As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. As my father showed me love and understanding, it changed my life. 00:05:42 "The thing that made each memory special wasn't the number of the gifts we received or the Christmas parties we attended -- rather it was the simple things." Mon, 14 Dec 2009 08:01:08 -0000 http://podcasts.thefamily.org/activated_parenting/Simple_Joys.k.mp3 2009-12-14T08:01:08Z The Family International "The thing that made each memory special wasn't the number of the gifts we received or the Christmas parties we attended -- rather it was the simple things." "The thing that made each memory special wasn't the number of the gifts we received or the Christmas parties we attended -- rather it was the simple things." 00:02:49 2001-12-09T00:00:00Z The Family International podcasts@thefamily.org The Family International Something special for all you parents Parenting can be one of the most thrilling, rewarding experiences of life, yet present you with some of the greatest challenges you will ever face. This podcast features personal stories, practical tips, techniques, and helpful information on how to raise children with love and integrity in today's world. Taken from the Activated magazine (www.activated.org). [Published weekly; averaged length 2-6 min.]