• Listener Question: What Do I Do about Sibling Rivalry? with Julie Lyles Carr
    2025/12/17
    It would be great if our kids were naturally buddies, if there were never times of conflict, bullying, and general unlikability. But that's not real life. AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr tackles your question about how to help our kids (and ourselves) with our sibling relationships.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4adZYiQ

    Takeaways:
    • Sibling relationships are foundational to family dynamics.
    • Fairness in parenting can shape sibling relationships positively.
    • Teaching conflict resolution is crucial for healthy sibling interactions.
    • Adult sibling relationships can be complicated and require clear communication.
    • Repairing relationships after conflict is essential for long-term harmony.
    • Modeling healthy relationships helps children navigate their own.
    • Acknowledging unfair situations can reduce resentment among siblings.
    • Parents should avoid favoritism to maintain sibling bonds.
    • Encouraging independence in sibling relationships fosters stronger connections.
    • Seeking professional help can provide tools for managing difficult sibling dynamics.


    Sound Bites:
    • "That's so weird. Other moms I know don't do things like that."
    • "I would love to talk about this whole topic of sibling rivalry."
    • "Siblings are all over the Bible, and I don't think it's any mistake."
    • "I want to encourage you to think about the wrapped Christmas batteries."
    • "There is conflict that is appropriate."
    • "Repairing relationships is essential for long-term harmony."
    • "Be clear, put it in writing."
    • "We want things to be as fair as possible."


    Chapters:
    00:00 - The Foundation of Sibling Relationships
    07:07 - Fairness in Parenting
    11:30 - Conflict Resolution and Communication
    19:34 - Navigating Adult Sibling Relationships
    30:00 - The Importance of Repairing Relationships

    Keywords:
    sibling relationships, parenting, conflict resolution, family dynamics, fairness, communication, adult siblings, family therapy, sibling rivalry, childhood development
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    41 分
  • Making Peace with Anxiety with Becky Keife
    2025/12/10
    It's not just in your head. Anxiety impacts your body, your energy levels, your focus, your outlook, and your spiritual life. Becky Keife is our guest on the AllMomDoes podcast, and she and host Julie Lyles Carr dig into the ways that anxiety impacts our lives as women, and how we can use God's word and His wisdom for moving our bodies, prayer, and more to combat the effects of anxiety in our lives.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/4rM9sIn

    Takeaways
    • Anxiety is a common struggle for many women today.
    • The access to information can heighten feelings of anxiety.
    • Understanding the difference between common stress and clinical anxiety is crucial.
    • Self-compassion is essential when dealing with anxiety.
    • Hormonal changes can significantly impact anxiety levels in women.
    • Communication about anxiety in relationships can be challenging.
    • Recognizing triggers is key to managing anxiety effectively.
    • Practical steps, like journaling and breath exercises, can help alleviate anxiety.
    • Asking God for guidance can provide clarity and peace.
    • Becky's new book offers practical tools for managing anxiety.


    Sound Bites
    • "The access to information can heighten anxiety."
    • "Practical steps can help alleviate anxiety."
    • "Asking God for guidance can provide clarity."

    Chapters00:00 Introduction to the All Mom Does Podcast
    00:48 Meet Becky Keife: Ministering to Women
    01:31 The Role of Anxiety in Modern Life
    04:42 Understanding Modern Anxiety Among Women
    07:23 Defining Anxiety: Symptoms and Signals
    09:41 When Anxiety Becomes Debilitating
    11:30 Self-Compassion and Seeking Help
    12:59 Hormonal Influences on Anxiety
    14:54 Anxiety in Marriage: Communication Challenges
    19:23 Understanding Triggers: The Lemon Bar Analogy
    23:43 The Gift and Burden of Anxiety
    25:34 Moving Beyond Naming Anxiety
    29:30 Practical Steps to Manage Anxiety
    30:38 Introducing A Versa Day for the Anxious Soul
    34:01 Conclusion and Resources

    Keywords
    anxiety, mental health, women, motherhood, self-compassion, spiritual growth, emotional wellness, Becky Keife, All Mom Does, podcast

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    40 分
  • Purposely Presents: Luke - A 24-Day Journey to Christmas
    2025/12/04
    Prepare your heart for Christmas by walking through the Gospel of Luke — one chapter each day. We're already a few days in, but it isn't too late to join us on this journey... We're giving you the gift of the first episode to give you a little taste of what's to come. If you'd like to continue the journey, find and follow our "Luke: A 24-Day Journey to Christmas" podcast mini-series on Purposely.com or wherever you get your podcasts.

    Merry Christmas from Purposely!

    Podcast Info: Luke: A 24 Day Journey to Christmas
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    12 分
  • Hopeful-ish with Scarlet Hiltibidal
    2025/12/03
    Listener note: This episode might be a good one to pop on those headphones or earbuds if you have little ears nearby. Part of our conversation includes a suicide and a cancer diagnosis.

    She's known for her laughter, wit, and upbeat outlook on life. But the last five years have taken a toll on Scarlet Hiltibidal and she's ready to talk about it. Scarlet joins AllMomDoes podcast host Julie Lyles Carr for a vulnerable conversation about what it takes to face life challenges with honesty while still remaining hopeful-ish.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/48wWPYS

    Takeaways:
    • Scarlet is a mom of four, navigating chaos and change.
    • Her new book 'Hopeful-ish' addresses personal pain and hope.
    • The title was inspired by her husband's suggestion to lighten it up.
    • Scarlet's writing process is influenced by her interactions with women facing similar struggles.
    • Post-COVID, many are wrestling with feelings of sadness and despair.
    • The importance of tending to one's faith like a farm is emphasized.
    • Humor can coexist with deeper emotional struggles.
    • Scarlet shares a poignant story about a donut and a young girl that brought her hope.
    • Being open with children about faith and struggles is crucial.
    • Hope is a gift from the Holy Spirit, not something we can manufacture.


    Sound Bites:
    • "I want people to read it."
    • "I was not running to God."
    • "Don't fake your faith!"


    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates
    02:51 The Creative Process Behind 'Hopeful-ish'
    05:31 Processing Grief and Loss Post-COVID
    08:48 Wrestling with Hope and Personal Struggles
    11:34 Balancing Humor and Heaviness in Life
    14:16 The Donkey Attack and Farming Adventures
    17:13 The Journey of Becoming a Farmer
    19:08 Tending to the Farm of Your Soul
    21:13 Navigating Jadedness and Hope
    23:04 The Gift of Hope in Difficult Times
    28:43 Parenting Through Faith and Challenges



    Keywords: Scarlet Hiltibidal, Hopeful-ish, grief, faith, motherhood, creativity, COVID-19, personal growth, humor, parenting
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    41 分
  • Plucking Grammie’s Chin Hair & Other Thanksgiving Stories with Julie Lyles Carr
    2025/11/26
    What did Julie do when her daughter grabbed a tweezer to pluck the chin hair of Grammie during Thanksgiving? Sometimes there is no contingency plan when things happen that you don't expect.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/44oO9m5
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    32 分
  • Let the Biscuits Burn with Abby Kuykendall
    2025/11/19
    With holiday hosting just around the corner, queen of hospitality Abby Kuykendall is the perfect person to help get you in the right frame of mind! Abby joins AllMomDoes podcast host Julie Lyles Carr to discuss what true hospitality is all about, and how to let go of stress, expectations, and perfection so you can focus on your people instead!

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3K9KQbz

    Takeaways:
    Hospitality connects people and is a way to show love.
    It's important to redefine hospitality beyond entertaining.
    Cultural pressures can hinder our ability to practice hospitality.
    Setting boundaries is essential for healthy hospitality.
    Authenticity in hospitality leads to deeper connections.
    Women often bear the mental load of hospitality tasks.
    Introverts and extroverts experience hospitality differently.
    Throwing off expectations can enhance the hospitality experience.
    God calls us to practice hospitality regardless of our skills.
    The journey of hospitality is about being true to oneself. I'm not carrying that torch alone.
    We have to look at our calendars.
    Set that up at the beginning.
    Take the stress off of yourself.
    Potluck it up, man.
    A coffee meetup in the front yard.
    Opening our resources to be hospitable.
    Using your resources to build those connections.
    We can distract ourselves away from what the point is.
    I want to focus on and he's like, Oh, if it was dirty.

    Sound bites:
    "It's not about trying to be Martha Stewart"
    "I'm not carrying that torch alone."
    "We have to look at our calendars."
    "Set that up at the beginning."
    "Take the stress off of yourself."
    "Potluck it up, man."
    "A coffee meetup in the front yard."
    "Opening our resources to be hospitable."

    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction to Hospitality and Connection
    01:53 Redefining Hospitality: From Entertaining to Authenticity
    04:58 Cultural Pressures and Expectations in Hospitality
    10:06 Overcoming Anxiety and Setting Boundaries in Hospitality
    18:51 Navigating Different Personalities in Hospitality
    21:56 Navigating Hospitality with Family Dynamics
    22:47 Planning and Preparation for Hospitality
    24:56 The Power of Potlucks and Delegation
    26:55 Innovative Approaches to Hosting
    27:53 Hospitality Beyond the Home
    29:38 Building Relationships Through Shared Experiences
    31:33 Creating Presence Over Perfection
    33:23 Teamwork in Hospitality
    35:57 Setting Expectations in Co-Hosting
    37:33 Connecting with the Audience

    Keywords:
    hospitality, connection, authenticity, cultural pressures, boundaries, introverts, extroverts, community, anxiety, expectations, hospitality, family dynamics, planning, potluck, hosting, relationships, presence, teamwork, expectations, community
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    42 分
  • For the Boys with Rebekah Lovell
    2025/11/12
    In elevating opportunities and understanding for girls, there's a group that's gotten left behind; boys. With fewer male college admissions, longer days sitting at desks in the classroom, and a generation who has substituted real adventure and challenge for video games, it's no wonder parents are trying to figure out how to best raise their sons. Author and boy mom Rebekah Lovell joins Julie Lyles Carr on the AllMomDoes podcast to share how she's maximizing work and play for her boys to prepare them for their lives as men.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WLGdHs

    Takeaways:
    Raising boys involves understanding their unique wiring and energy.
    Boys often express themselves through physical activity and exploration.
    It's essential to balance nurturing with allowing boys to take risks.
    Boys need to learn emotional regulation and resilience.
    Mentorship plays a crucial role in a boy's development.
    Boys thrive when they feel challenged and capable.
    Encouraging boys to take on responsibilities fosters independence.
    Boys can learn valuable lessons from hero stories and role models.
    It's important to celebrate masculinity without diminishing femininity.
    Creating a supportive environment helps boys navigate societal pressures.

    Sound bites:
    "We want boys who launch."
    "Boys need to know they measure up."
    "Boys need to know they can try again."
    "We want good men who will lead."
    "Boys need mentors to guide them."
    "Boys are hero worshippers."

    Chapters:
    00:00 Navigating Boy World
    04:31 Understanding Boys' Nature and Nurture
    10:39 Emotional Landscapes of Boys
    13:54 Raising Resilient Sons
    19:07 Challenging Passivity in Boys
    30:06 Finding Male Mentors for Boys

    Keywords:
    raising boys, boyhood, parenting, emotional intelligence, masculinity, boys' nature, nurturing boys, resilience, mentorship, family dynamics
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    37 分
  • Say What? with Amy Hughes
    2025/11/05
    What should you be saying to your kids? In a time of gentle parenting, the come back of authoritative styles and more, it can be confusing to know how to talk to your kids and how to correct them. Amy Hughes joins Julie Lyles Carr on this episode of the AllMomDoes podcast to unpack what's up with parent speak.

    Show Notes: https://bit.ly/47gtJO3

    Takeaways:
    Writing is often a reflection of what we need to hear ourselves.
    Gentle parenting is a response to authoritarian styles of parenting.
    Language choices can significantly impact a child's emotional health.
    Phrases like 'don't be sad' can shame children for their feelings.
    Encouraging children to express emotions is crucial for their development.
    The balance between authority and gentleness is a common struggle for parents.
    Children need to learn how to navigate different communication styles.
    Role-playing can help prepare children for real-world interactions.
    Awareness of harmful phrases can lead to better communication.
    Parenting is a journey of learning and growth for both parents and children.

    Sound bites:
    "This needs to be its own book."
    "Don't be sad is shaming."
    "Hurry up can cause anxiety."

    Chapters:00:00
    Introduction to Parenting Dynamics
    02:51 The Importance of Language in Parenting
    05:53 Navigating Emotional Expression
    10:00 Replacing Harmful Phrases
    12:07 Building Emotional Resilience
    16:32 Trends in Parenting Challenges
    19:07 Engaging with Community Language
    22:43 Understanding Rising Childhood Anxiety
    25:43 Preparing Kids for the Real World
    27:54 The Role of Repair in Parenting

    Keywords:parenting, communication, childhood emotions, language impact, gentle parenting, childhood anxiety, emotional intelligence, parenting challenges, family dynamics, child psychology
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    35 分