The heart-focused podcast that helps Christian parents raise their kids with faith, character, and life skills. Short encouragements, tips, and prompts to hel...
The Comparison Trap: Calling all Mums to Make it Stop (#92)
Welcome back to the Heart-focused Parenting podcast after a month or so off over Christmas and the New Year as I caught up with family and had some rest time. We are back into the year - episode 91. And we are kicking off with a topic that many of us face daily - the temptation to compare ourselves to other parents. Whether you are scrolling on social media or watching your kids at the park, or doing the grocery shop it feels like everyone else has it all together while you are just trying to make it through the day! Let me just say up front - this is not true - but keep listening as I share a few ideas to help you deal with the comparison trap - because it is a trap.  Join HEART-BOOSTERS (free) here. Weekly email digging deeper into the heart-focus parenting topic so you can make real change in your family. PLUS Resource Library Pass for bonus printables and support material.  FOLLOW BELINDA On Instagram: @belindaletchford On Facebook: facebook.com/heartfocusparenting Email Belinda: Contact Form Website:  belindaletchford.com  Please leave a review and let me know how this podcast or episode has helped you in your parenting. Â
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5 Tips to Make This Christmas the Best Yet (#91)
 It’s hard to believe, but Christmas is just around the corner! Today’s episode is packed with tips to help you get through the Christmas season in a way that reflects your family’s values and faith. This will also be the last episode for a few months as I take a short break, so I do wish you a merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year, but most of all I pray that you will continue to raise your kids to love Jesus and that you will parent in ways that honours God. So let’s get started - I have 5 random thoughts for you today - hopefully you’ll find them good tips! If you want to read this episode: 5 Tips to Make This Christmas the Best Yet (#91)  >>Get your copy of Family, Faith and Fun Advent Guide for simple heart-focused Christmas activities - minimal prep. here  Join HEART-BOOSTERS (free) here. Weekly email digging deeper into the heart-focus parenting topic so you can make real change in your family. PLUS Resource Library Pass for bonus printables and support material.  FOLLOW BELINDA On Instagram: @belindaletchford On Facebook: facebook.com/heartfocusparenting Website:  belindaletchford.com  Please leave a comment and let me know how this podcast or episode has helped you in your parenting. Â
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How To Teach Your Children The ‘Why’ for Everything they Do (#90)
Parenting often feels like a constant roll of reminders, prompts, and, yes, even nagging. But what dowe do if the constant correction (that we feel caught up in) isn’t actually changing anything? Often the real issue is that your kids don’t know why you’re telling them to do these things? Join me as we talk about how sharing your thought process changes how kids learn and grow into moral maturity. Read blog post here Episode mentioned in this episode:  How to Make Training a Part of your Heart-focused Parenting  Join HEART-BOOSTERS (free) here. Heart Boosters is a weekly email digging deeper into the heart-focus parenting topic so you can make real change in your family. PLUS Resource Library Pass for bonus printables and support material. Â
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A Truly Heart-focused Christmas Starts With Guarding Your Heart (#89)
So, be honest—have you ever said, ‘This Christmas will be different!’ only to find yourself drowning in wrapping paper and Pinterest ideas by December 10th? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But what if it really could be different this year? In today’s episode, we’re chatting about how to swap stress for connection, busyness for peace, and make space for the things that matter most. No magic wands required—just a few intentional shifts that will leave you enjoying Christmas with a lighter heart. Sound good? Let’s get started!  Sign up for Heart Booster: 6 Days to Create a Heart-focused Christmas: Christmas doesn't just happen especially if you want to use this time to teach your children about Jesus. You have to make it happen. This should email course will help you decide why and how you are going to make Christmas special this year.  Private Coaching: Get one-to-one help with coaching. Start with a free Jumpstart session  see details  FOLLOW BELINDA On Instagram: @belindaletchford On Facebook: facebook.com/heartfocusparenting Email Belinda: Contact Form Website:  belindaletchford.com  Please leave a comment and let me know how this podcast or episode has helped you in your parenting. Â
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Mindset Shift That Helps Parents Prioritise Their Child's Heart (#88)
Ever felt like your carefully planned day just unraveled before your eyes? The meltdown you didn’t schedule happens, your plans fall apart, and you’re left wondering—how do I keep my cool and still parent well? In today’s episode, we’re talking about managing life’s interruptions with a heart-focused mindset. I’ll share how a simple shift in perspective can help you stay grounded and guide your child through their struggles—without losing sight of what really matters - which is your child’s heart.  #88: A Simple Mindset Shift That Helps Parents Prioritise Their Child's Heart Join HEART-BOOSTERS (free) here. Weekly email digging deeper into the heart-focus parenting topic so you can make real change in your family. PLUS Resource Library Pass for bonus printables and support material. Private Coaching: Get one-to-one help with coaching. Start with a free Jumpstart session  see details  FOLLOW BELINDA On Instagram: @belindaletchford On Facebook: facebook.com/heartfocusparenting Email Belinda: Contact Form Website:  belindaletchford.com  Please leave a comment and let me know how this podcast or episode has helped you in your parenting Â
The heart-focused podcast that helps Christian parents raise their kids with faith, character, and life skills. Short encouragements, tips, and prompts to help you in your everyday interactions with your kids - always keeping in mind that the heart is more important than the behaviour. Join me every week.
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