A Story, An Announcement, and an Invitation ❤️
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The Boy Mom Podcast with Monica Swanson and Friends
Monica Swanson, author of the Boy Mom book, and blogger at monicaswanson.com, shares encouragement and inspiration for raising boys in today's world. Monica shares practical advice and bibli...
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20 of 318 episodesPraying for Teen Boys, with Brooke McGlothlin
The teenage years can be an emotional roller coaster in your kids’ lives. It can be hard to watch our teens face difficulties, insecurities,...
Helping Kids Develop a Devotional Routine, with my son, Josiah
As we near summertime, we look forward to so many things! Perhaps less stress and more downtime…slowing down, and maybe sleeping in even! Ye...
My greatest joy in Motherhood (double celebration day!)
Today I like to imagine I am gathered with all of you moms for a big group hug and some sincere encouragement. I wish you all a happy Mother...
My wellness journey (diet, exercise, hormones and more)– a Q & A with Monica
Welcome to the final week of this spring series on Women’s Wellness topics! Today, Leanne Benson flips the mic to interview ME to talk about...
Running vs. Walking…A Girlfriend chat with Jessica Smartt
Welcome to the fourth week of this spring series on Women’s Wellness topics! Today, Jessica Smartt joins me to chat about women’s fitness; s...
Fitness Trackers: Pros and Cons for Women’s Health, with Lindsey Hein
Welcome to the third week of this spring series on Women’s Wellness topics! Today, my friend and fellow-running enthusiast (as well as runni...
What You should Know about Supplements for Muscle and Hormone Health, with David Block
The supplement industry can be overwhelming and confusing. How do you know who or what to trust? If you eat healthy, is that enough? This is...
Balancing Hormones in every season, with “the Girlfriend Doctor”, Anna Cabeca
There is more and more information coming out related to women’s health (aren’t you glad!?) but it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There are a lo...
From toddlers to teenagers: Practical ways to cultivate gratitude in your kids, with Steph Thurling
Somehow the word "entitlement" has grown to represent children in America today. It's not entirely new -- Kids are selfish by nature, yet th...
The power of self-discipline, with Luke Swanson (bring the kids!)
Listener-favorite guest, (my son) Luke Swanson joins us for a fun and inspiring conversation about the character quality of self-discipline....
Why, How, and When to Talk to Your Kids about P*rn, with Greta Eskridge
When my friend, Greta Eskridge, told me she was working on a book called, “It’s Time to Talk to Your Kids about P*rn”, I told her I’d be her...
An Imperfect Path to Faith and Family, with Jim Daly, President of Focus on the Family
One of my greatest privileges as an author has been to get to visit Focus on the Family in Colorado Springs (twice!) for a radio and podcast...
The Attitude Adjustment We All Need, with marriage mentor, Rhonda Stoppe
I often encourage women to find a mentor to encourage, challenge, and inspire you in your womanhood journey. Today’s guest, Rhonda Stoppe, i...
Let’s Talk about Kids and Dating, with JP Pokluda
*I am re-sharing this episode with JP Pokluda as it was a favorite on the podcast and it is a perfect fit for my Feb. 2025 series on all thi...
Four Decisions to Make Marriage Easier, with Arlene Pellicane
As we continue in this February series of all things “Love and Marriage” on the podcast, I am thrilled to share one of my favorite people wi...
Lessons on Love, Dating, and the Rewards of Waiting, with Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink
We are kicking off a full month of “love and marriage” on the podcast with a beautiful, honest, and inspiring conversation with Rebecca St....
How to Survive the “February Slump”
Last year I finally discovered a name for the very real experience I've had, well, pretty much every year since I can remember. It hits when...
Practical Help for Picky Eaters and the Importance of Nutrition for our Kids, with Katie Kimball
How has it taken me so long to get to a topic that I am SO passionate about? I am beyond excited to open up the conversation of kids’ health...
8 Reasonable Habits that will Make a Big Difference this Year
Hey Friends! We’re still working our way into this new year (that’s ok, right?) and today I am sharing straight from my honest life about 8...