Don't Mom Alone Podcast

• Witnessing Hope: How Compassion Transforms Families :: Nicki Koziarz [Ep 528]

  Knox and I recently had the incredible opportunity to go on a Compassion International vision trip to El Salvador. Today, I’m joined by my friend Nicki Koziarz to help recap this life-changing experience. Nicki is an author, Bible teacher, and podcaster—and also a mom of six, including three boys adopted from Haiti. She brings a powerful perspective on the global impact Compassion is making and the heartbreaking reality that, in many cases, poverty is the only reason a mother has to give up her child. We dive into how Compassion is partnering with local churches to go into the hardest places—providing food, medical care, and the hope of Christ to transform lives and futures. Nicki also shares about their amazing Survival Program, which walks alongside mothers from pregnancy through a child’s first year, ensuring families have the support they need to stay together when possible.  I’m so grateful for the chance to witness firsthand what God is doing through Compassion in El Salvador—and I can't wait to share more with you in this episode. Connect with Nicki Koziarz:  Website:  Nicki Koziarz – Author | Speaker | Bible Teacher Facebook: Nicki Koziarz Instagram:  nickikoziarz Links Mentioned:   Last time Nicki was on the show (Ep 121) *Join Heather and Help End Child Poverty* Compassion Survival - Compassion International  Related Episodes: Secure Borders and the Compassionate Christian :: Bri Stensrud [Ep 455] Exploring Global Cultures at Home :: Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young [Ep 327] Compassion Changes Everything :: Jonathan Almonte [Ep 264] Featured Sponsors:  Outschool-Get $30 off your families first month of Outschool when you use our link: https://outschool.com/DMA and use code DMA at checkout. Function–In the spirit of Long Live and taking control of your health, get a $100 credit towards your annual membership at: www.functionhealth.com/DMA This $100 credit is only for the first thousand listeners Thrive Causemetics–Try your new trusty favorites with an exclusive set for our listeners. New customers can get the Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and a mini-sized Brilliant Eye Brightener at a special set price with free shipping at ThriveCausemetics.com/DMA. Find links to this week’s sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

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• TALK to Raise a Reader: How to Build Strong Reading Skills at Home :: Maya Smart [Ep 527]

  Kids all read at different ages, stages, and times, but how can we, as parents, ensure they are getting all the tools and skills they need to become great readers? Today, Maya Smart joins me to talk about her new book Reading for Our Lives. She delves into the science of how kids become not just readers, but also comprehend and think critically. Here is some of what we cover: Why you are your child’s chief vocabulary builder TALK stands for: Take turns, Ask questions, Label and point, Keep the conversation going Why literacy still matters—even in an AI world Literacy is relational, not just instructional Early vocabulary and sound awareness are critical foundations Connect with Maya Smart:  Website:  Maya Smart - Helping Parents Raise Readers | Become a Reader Facebook: Maya Smart Instagram:  Maya Smart - Parent Educator and Literacy Advocate (@mayasmarty) Links Mentioned:   Reading for Our Lives: By Maya Smart Related Episodes: How to Stay Calm with School Stress :: Kirk Martin {Ep 88} “What is Typical When Learning to Talk?” :: Stephanie Cohen [Ep 486] Supporting Students with Dyslexia :: Kerri Irvin [Ep 317] Featured Sponsors:  Active Skin Repair: Visit ActiveSkinRepair.com to learn more about Active Skin Repair and to get 20% off your order, use code:DMA.  Remi: No waiting rooms. No overpriced bills. Just a better way to protect your teeth while you sleep. Try Remi risk-free at shopremi.com/DMA and use CODE DMA to get up to 50% off your nightguard at checkout. Honeylove: Treat yourself to the most comfortable shapewear on earth and save 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/DMA. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you. Experience the new standard in shapewear with Honeylove. Find links to this week’s sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

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• Can We Keep Teens Safe on Social Media? What Every Parent Needs to Know from Meta :: Tara Hopkins [Ep 526]

  In this episode, I sit down with Meta’s Global Director of Public Policy, who also happens to be a mom of two teenagers, to discuss the realities of raising kids in a digital-first world. There is a lot that goes into ensuring our teens are safe online, and Tara explains how Instagram is becoming a leader in this arena. Whether you’re worried about screen time, inappropriate content, or online bullying, this conversation is packed with insight and practical help.  Here are some topics we cover: How Meta uses cutting-edge technology for age verification  The three biggest concerns parents have about social media- who can contact their teen on Instagram, whether the content their teen sees is age-appropriate, and how much time their teen is spending on social media Encouraging open conversations when your teen sees (or does) something online they shouldn’t Connect with Tara Hopkins:   Instagram: Tara Hopkins Links Mentioned:    Meta Family Center Related Episodes: Creating a Family Tech Plan :: Andrea Davis [Ep 470] Cultivating a Healthy Relationship with Tech :: Joey Odom [Ep 425] Braving the Tech Landscape Through Connection :: Chris McKenna [Ep 424] Creating Digital Safe Spaces :: Chris McKenna [Ep 360] Featured Sponsors:  Function: I highly recommend Function. Learn more and join using my link. The first 1000 get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/DMA to own your health. Active Skin Repair: Visit ActiveSkinRepair.com to learn more about Active Skin Repair and to get 20% off your order, use code:DMA. Thrive Market: Skip the junk without overspending. Head over to ThriveMarket.com/DMA to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift.  Find links to this week’s sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

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• Help! My Kids Don’t Know How to Do Anything : Building Life Skills This Summer :: Katie Kimball [Ep 525]

  Today Katie Kimball is here to show us how to help our kids gain life skills that last and contribute to the family. Katie founded a program called Life Skills Now which covers topics from oil changes, to cooking, to entrepreneurship. She shares that competence equals confidence and with the rise of anxiety and depression, we want to give our kids all of the confidence and skills to succeed in this world. Summer is a perfect time to begin! Here are some topics we cover:  Why parenting can't be put on autopilot- we need to shift and change constantly  A list of 100 practical, emotional, and intellectual skills your kids can learn Breaking chores into doable chunks instead of “just go clean the bathroom” How to create a "Summer Skills List" with your kids that fosters ownership and choice How to teach them skills that are hands-on, minds-on, hearts-on  How critical thinking and open-ended questions shape kids' future decision-making Connect with Katie Kimball:  Website:  kidscookrealfood.com/dontmomalone  Facebook: Kids Cook Real Food Instagram:  Katie Kimball | TEDx speaker (@katiekimballkidscook) Links Mentioned:   Sign up for the #LifeSkillsNow Camp! (FREE for the week of June 9th to 13th). Online Cooking Class for Kids - Kids Cook Real Food Stress Mastery Challenge for Busy Moms Kid-Friendly Kitchen Tools and Knives - Kids Cook Real Food Related Episodes: Raising Critical Thinkers :: Julie Bogart [Ep 474] The Lazy Genius Kitchen :: Kendra Adachi [Ep 365] Raising Kids Who Can Stand Alone :: Cynthia Yanof – Summer of Mentorship – Wk 2 [Ep 415] Featured Sponsors:  HIYA health: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to hiyahealth.com/DMA. This deal is not available on their regular website. Get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults Thrive Causemetics: Try your new trusty favorites with an exclusive set for our listeners. New customers can get the Liquid Lash extensions mascara and a mini-sized Brilliant Eye Brightener at a special set price with free shipping at thrivecausemetics.com/DMA.  Outschool: Get $30 off your families first month of Outschool when you use our link: https://outschool.com/DMA and use code DMA at checkout. Find links to this week’s sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

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• Craving Peace? How Sabbath and Nature Can Restore Your Soul :: Eryn Lynum [Ep 524]

  Today Eryn Lynum joins me to share about the beautiful connection between nature and rest. Sabbath has become such a hot topic right now but Eryn had to learn from age 14 how to rest like her life depended on it when she was diagnosed with Addison's disease. She is now a homeschooling mom of four, a master naturalist, author, and business owner. Her family is committed to their family values and weekly sabbath amid a very full life. She reminds us of some deep ancient truths that God created us to fully live and gives us tools to find new rhythms. We explore: How Jesus taught through nature The meaning of “Shabbat” — to stop and to delight How to build in Selah pauses (even if you only have 5 minutes!) God meant for the sabbath to be a celebration, not a stuffy rule following day  Rest is the perfection of vital activity- what is vital in this season for your family  Connect with Eryn Lynum:  Website:  Eryn Lynum Author Facebook: Eryn Lynum Author and Speaker Instagram:  Eryn Lynum | Master Naturalist and Author (@erynlynumauthor) Links Mentioned:   The Nature of Rest: By Eryn Lynum Nat Theo Podcast | Eryn Lynum Rooted in Wonder: By Eryn Lynum Tired of Being Tired: By Jess Connolly Related Episodes: Sidetracked with Jess Connolly :: Cynthia and Heather [Ep 484] Which Type of Rest Do You Need? :: Saundra Dalton-Smith [Ep 209] Thinking Differently about Sabbath :: Shelly Miller [Ep 181] Featured Sponsors:  Gabb–Protecting your kids has never been easier. For the best deals, sign up to Gabb today–no contract required- at Gabb.com/dma. Terms and conditions apply. Green Chef–Make this season your most delicious yet with Green Chef. Head to greenchef.com/50ALONE and use the code 50ALONE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.  Function Health– I highly recommend Function. Learn more and join using my link. The first 1000 get a $100 credit toward their membership. Visit www.functionhealth.com/DMA to own your health. Find links to this week’s sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

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