Welcome to the 5-Minute Parenting podcast! I'm Sandra Kay Chambers, the founder and host of this podcast. I'm a wife, mother, grandmother and former teacher, journalist, and an award-winning children's author. My Fingerprint Devotions: 40 Devotions That Help You Realize You Are a Kid Uniquely Created by God for a Purpose (ages 8-12), helps kids realize they are unique, just like their fingerprints, and have a God-given purpose in their life. I'm also the author of a picture book , Maisie Discovers Her Fingerprint (ages 3-8), and an adult book, Lord, It’s Boring in My Prayer Closet: How to Revitalize Your Prayer Life , Hello, I’m Karen Ferguson, your new podcast host beginning February 2025! I’m a wife, mom, grandmom and author of the Questions for Kids picture book series. I have a background in K-8 education and a passion for equipping parents to raise competent, God confident kids. In this podcast, we cover pare
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Episode #172
The Realities of Recovering from an Eating Disorder with Author Grace McCready
Sep 24, 202612 min
Send us Fan Mail In a world where comparison and body image issues are prevalent among youth, particularly with young girls, author Grace McCready is on 5-Minute Parenting to shed light on the struggles associated with an eating disorder and give hope for recovery. Grace is an author, blogger, and speaker who’s passionate about encouraging young women through sharing personal stories and scriptural truths. She’s the author of Real Recovery: What Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Looks Like and blogs at Tizzie’s Tidbits of Truth. In this episode Grace touches on the following topics: Grace's story and her book Real Recovery Advice for parents who think their daughter may be struggling with a food addiction or eating disorder Tips for parents to help their kids who struggle with this issue Recommendations to help parents raise their kids to have a healthy relationship with food Links: Book: Real Recovery: What Eating Disorder Recovery Actually Looks Like Blog: Tizzie's Tidbits of Truth *Are you looking for fun, gospel-inspired merch for your family + discounted picture books for your kids and grandkids? Visit my Etsy store at KarensBooksandMore Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at: https://www.karenferg.com/ https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Sandra Chambers: ...
Make Families Great Again Interview w/Dr. Mel Tavares
Sep 10, 202610 min
Send us Fan Mail What do families need to be great? Dr. Mel Tavares is on 5-Minute Parenting to share on this topic from her award-winning book, Make Families Great Again. Dr. Mel is an award-winning author, speaker, life coach, and frequent media guest. She holds a Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Care and Counseling and has 35 years of experience working with families professionally and in ministry. She is a board-certified mental health coach and life coach and she and her husband have seven adult children and eleven grandchildren. On today's episode, Dr. Mel answsers these questions: Who this book is designed for, and what inspired Dr. Mel to write it. How she chose the title for this book. Why this book is important right now in our culture, and what she hopes readers take away from this book. Three simple things parents can do right now to help grow a strong, healthy family. Dr. Mel is celebrating 25 Years in Writing/Publishing Industry! *2025 AWSA Member of the Year (Advanced Writers & Speakers Assoc.) *Award-Winning Author of Books, Blogs, Devos, Short Stories, Articles *Writing Coach/Mentor *Founder/Facilitator of CT's Chapter of American Christian Writers *Managing & Acquisitions Editor of Devotions at AriseDaily.com Learn more and grab a copy of her book at drmeltavares.com *Are you looking for fun, gospel-inspired merch for your family + discounted picture books for your kids and grandkids? Visit my Etsy store at KarensBooksandMore Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at: https://www.karenferg.com/ https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Sandra Chambers: ...
Gospel Colors, Forgiveness, Creation and More: Natural Ways to Weave the Gospel into Daily Life with Kids and Grandkids
Aug 20, 202612 min
Send us Fan Mail 5-Minute Parenting welcomes back Melissa Heiland to talk about simple ways parents and grandparents can weave the Gospel message into daily life with their kids and grandkids. Melissa is a wife, mother of 6, and grandmother of 12. She’s an author, speaker, and Founder and President of Beautiful Feet International, a mission organization that starts pregnancy centers worldwide, with more than 200 pregnancy ministries in over 45 nations. Her passion is teaching others to share the Gospel and to protect life. In this episode, Melissa covers practical things like forgiveness, thanksgiving, creation, prayer and colors to keep the Gospel message central in your home. Listen in and discover ideas you can implement easily in your family! RESOURCE: As a mom of 6 and grandmother of 12, Melissa recommends the Keys for Kids devotions: https://www.keysforkids.org/ You can connect with Melissa and find out more about her ministry by visiting: https://www.beautifulfeetinternational.com/ *Are you looking for fun, gospel-inspired merch for your family + discounted picture books for your kids and grandkids? Visit my Etsy store at KarensBooksandMore Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at: https://www.karenferg.com/ https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Sandra Chambers: ...
Parenting When Life Throws You a Curveball w/Melinda Poling
Aug 13, 202615 min
Send us Fan Mail Author, ministry team leader, pastor's wife, and mom of nine, Melinda Poling, is back on the show to piggyback on her last topic of the "With Me" parenting strategy, in episode #116. In today's episode, Melinda takes us down a different path to share about the sometimes hard realities of parenting, with encouragement and advice to help during those challenging seasons. Or as she refers to it, Parenting When Life Throws You a Curveball . Listen in as Melinda shares personal stories and practical ideas for strengthening your mind, body, and spirit during tough times. Melinda Poling is a ministry team leader in her church, an active apologetics coach, speaker, pastor’s wife, and the mother of eight sons and one daughter, and seven grandchildren. Melinda delights in bringing Christ to the center of any conversation or story by engaging hearts. She has aired on various podcasts, published in magazines, and her fiction has made her an Award winner in both the Cascade and the ACFW Kidlit contest. She and her husband enjoy country life and educating their youngest two children at home, praying daily to finish strong Visit Melinda's website, connect with her online, and check out her books: https://melindapoling.com/ Social media: Join 20,000 others to follow along with Melinda on social media ( Twitter , Instagram , Facebook— personal profile and author page .) Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at: https://www.karenferg.com/ https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr...
Helping Children Navigate Loneliness with Dr. Heather Thompson Day
Aug 6, 202618 min
Send us Fan Mail 5-Minute Parenting welcomes Dr. Heather Thompson Day to the show to talk about her children's book Can I Sit Here? , co-written with her daughter, about a troubling experience her daughter had trying to make friends in a new school. Dr. Heather talks openly about her daughter's experience, shining light and wisdom on the issues of loneliness, isolation, and bullying in young children. Questions covered in this episode include: What inspired you and your daughter to write Can I Sit Here?, and why did you feel this was an important story to tell at this time? Your daughter’s personal experience is at the heart of this book. Please tell us about her experience and share with us how you both processed and were affected by that situation. What are some common misconceptions that parents and other caregivers have about childhood loneliness or bullying, and how can those misconceptions be addressed? How can a child’s faith help them navigate feelings of loneliness and the fear of not fitting in socially? I love to offer our listeners practical advice, please share a few examples of the kinds of phrases or comments parents could include in conversations with their children about their identity in Christ and why it’s important to engage in positive self-talk. What additional advice would you give to adults who are watching a child struggle to make friends in a new environment (e.g., school, church, their neighborhood, etc.)? Are you working on other projects you’d like our audience to know about? BIO: Dr. Heather is a bestselling Christian author, interdenominational speaker, and the founder of It Is Day Ministries, a nonprofit organization dedicated to training churches, leaders, and laypeople in gospel-centered communication. Her children's picture book comes alongside hurting kids and shows them that they’re not alone. Inspired by a situation her daughter once found herself in, this book aims to help kids who are struggling with loneliness and isolation find the confidence to be brave and make new friends. Helpful Links: Heather’s Website Heather’s Instagram Heather’s Facebook Book Buy Link Book 3 in the Questions for Kids picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at: https://www.karenferg.com/ https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/ Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr...
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