Parenting to Impress

Heidi Franz @ ABCJesusLovesMe•www.parentingtoimpress.com

🎙️ Parenting to Impress, your go-to podcast to learn practical ways to love God and love others, and impress this on the hearts of your children. Heidi Franz, the creator of ABCJesusLovesMe, is joined by her dear friend Melanie Simpson. Two moms who have made a lot of mistakes but have found grace and truth along the way.

🧒 Join Heidi and Melanie as they dive into the world of parenting, sharing their insights, stories, and wisdom gained from their own journeys. From navigating the challenges of raising children in a modern world to finding creative ways to instill faith and values in your family, this podcast is your source of biblical and practical advice.

📖 Each episode will explore different aspects of parenting, faith, and relationships, with guest interviews, expert insights, and real-life anecdotes. Whether you're a seasoned parent or just starting your journey, Parenting to Impress is here to support you in creating a loving and godly home.

🎧 Tune in to Parenting to Impress and embark on a journey of growth, love, and faith as you seek to "impress" the values that matter most on the hearts of your children. Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

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Episodes

How to Create Purpose This Summer

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! The school year is almost over! For our kids it's a time to play, spend time with family and friends and have a different daily rhythm. But for moms (and dads too), the 3 months with no structure or routine can make us feel anxious-what will we do with all this time! Whether you are ready to embrace summer or are worried about how to fill your days, this episode is for you! Heidi and Melanie chat about all things summer including how to be int...

May 22, 2022•20 min•Ep. 13

Should Self-Help Books Be Used in Your Quiet Time?

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Congratulations! You've decided to start having a quiet time with God! You'd like to use something alongside your Bible to help guide your quiet time but you're not sure what to choose. We get it! In this episode, Heidi and Melanie discuss how to avoid the common pitfall of using self-help books during your quiet time. What's wrong with self-help books? Should I never read a book from this genre? The ladies answer these questions and offer enc...

May 08, 2022•21 min•Ep. 12

How to Find a Church for Your Family

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Finding a church home can be challenging! In this episode Heidi and Melanie unpack the questions they would ask if they were looking for a church. Significant issues to consider include doctrine, worship style, and children's services. In this encouraging conversation, you'll find helpful ideas and hear how they processed these very questions when their families were looking for a church home. Helpful Links from this Episode: How to Have a Qui...

Apr 25, 2022•15 min•Ep. 11

Transform Your Life with 1% of Your Day: The Power of a Daily Quiet Time

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! If you knew you could transform your life by changing how you spend 1% of your day, would you do it? While it hasn't always been easy, Melanie and Heidi made the change and today's podcast shares their stories. Join the Parenting to Impress Podcast team as they process through the what, when, where, and how details of this change. And be encouraged and challenged to give it a try! Helpful Links from this Episode: Creating a Prayer Journal What...

Apr 10, 2022•20 min•Ep. 10

How to Have Successful Family Vacations

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Does the idea of planning a family vacation stress you out? Or do you enjoy fine-tuning the details of a trip? Wherever you land on planning a family vacation, this episode offers practical advice as you process what a family vacation looks like for your family! Make sure to listen to the end when Heidi shares one of the most freeing pieces of advice Melanie's ever heard about family vacations. Helpful Links from this Episode: Vacationing Tips...

Mar 27, 2022•20 min•Ep. 9

Fun High, Low, Buffalo Conversations

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Heidi introduces Melanie to a fun way to jumpstart a conversation, with your family or in any situation. You'll hear both ladies share their Highs, Lows, and one random thought. And you'll hear how quickly this "game" leads to further conversation. Listen in and get to know Heidi and Melanie a bit better as they share their hearts and encourage one another along the way. Helpful Links from this Episode: Be Intentional Planner How to Create a P...

Mar 08, 2022•22 min•Ep. 8

Advice We've Learned Along the Way, Part 3

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! In the final episode in this series, Heidi and Melanie wrap up their list of the best parenting and marriage advice they’ve learned over the years. Spoiler alert! Even though there weren’t supposed to be any “favorites,” Heidi and Melanie reveal the advice that has meant the most to them. Helpful Links from this Episode: Teaching Kids About Money How to Have a Quiet Time How to Pray Scripture Voxer app Marco Polo app Episode Sponsor: ABCJesusL...

Feb 16, 2022•17 min•Ep. 7

Advice We've Learned Along the Way Part 2

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Heidi and Melanie continue their conversation about advice they’ve received as well as the lessons they wished they’d learned earlier in their parenting journeys. Be sure to listen to Episode #5 to hear the first part in this series. Helpful Links from this Episode: Potty Training Cheat Sheet Tips to Have Successful Meals Training Your Child to Sleep In How to Have a Quiet Time with God So Much to Tell You (I Forgot to Laugh) Episode Sponsor: ...

Feb 02, 2022•13 min•Ep. 6

Advice We've Learned Along the Way, Part 1

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Join Heidi and Melanie in the first episode of a 3-part series on parenting and marriage advice they’ve learned over the years. Some of it may be familiar to you but expect a few surprises too! Helpful Links from this Episode: Quality Books for Children How My Expectations Nearly Ruined My Family Blog Post What Lies Are You Believing? Episode #1 Episode Sponsor: The ABCJesusLovesMe Bible Curriculum - Fun, interactive Bible learning at home, pr...

Jan 19, 2022•13 min•Ep. 5

How to Teach My Children to Pray

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! One of the significant responsibilities as a mother is instilling in our children the delight of communicating with God through prayer. However, what if we're uncertain about how to embark on this journey? How can we initiate the practice of prayer with our young ones? Heidi and Melanie share their experiences in teaching their children to pray, provide suggestions on introducing prayer to your kids, and motivate you to begin this meaningful j...

Jan 12, 2022•18 min•Ep. 4

How to Pray the Scriptures for Yourself and Your Family

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! We know God wants us to pray and that it's a valuable part of our walk with Him. But sometimes prayer is hard. We don't know what to say, or how to pray and often we find ourselves in a prayer rut. In this episode Heidi and Melanie discuss the benefits of praying Scripture and share ways you can incorporate this into your prayer life. Helpful Links from this Episode: Some linked items are affiliate links . This means that we receive an itty-bi...

Dec 08, 2021•19 min•Ep. 3

How to Engage Your Children in Meaningful Conversation

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! Can talking to my child really enrich her vocabulary and raise her IQ? Do conversations with my child create space for connection and spiritual growth? Listen in as Melanie asks Heidi to share what she's learned in her own research and work in developing the ABCJesusLovesMe curriculum and as a mom of four kiddos. Learn about the differences between "Instructional Talk" and "Relational Talk," why we need to pursue both, and how to take advantag...

Dec 07, 2021•18 min•Ep. 2

Beyond the Lies: Seeking Truth and Living Abundantly

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! I'm not enough. I'm a failure. I just can't get it right. Everyone else seems to know what they're doing. We wear so many hats as wives, moms, employees and the enemy wants to distract us from living out our God-given purpose. How can we recognize and reject the lies from the enemy? Is there a way to stop this destructive cycle and experience the abundant life we read about in the Bible? Join Heidi and Melanie as they talk about how they've ex...

Dec 07, 2021•13 min•Ep. 1

Welcome to the Parenting to Impress Podcast!

Send me a text to ask a question or share a thought! In the trailer to the Parenting to Impress podcast, Heidi and Melanie introduce themselves and share the heart behind this much anticipated podcast. Also learn the meaning behind the name "Parenting to Impress." Links: ABCJesusLovesMe.com ParentingtoImpress.com Intro Episode Blog Link Episode Sponsor: ABCJesusLovesMe.com , an educational ministry that equips adults with the materials needed to be intentional in educating children. Facebook Gro...

Dec 07, 2021•7 min0

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