Parenting to Impress
🎙️ 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!
- Update frequency
- every 12 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 74
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Can Raising Good Kids Be Dangerous?
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Many of us embark on the journey of parenthood without a clear direction, allowing the tides of exhaustion and societal pressures to shape our pare…
Signs that You Are Raising a Selfish Child
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Does the title of this episode make your heart race? None of us want to raise self-centered children, but the reality is that many parents unknowin…
A Guide to Raising Successful Kids
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Society pushes academics, but college professors tell parents and students that there are more factors to success. Listen as Melanie and Heidi tal…
Raising Tech-Savvy, Godly Kids, Part 2
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A favorite phrase of this ministry's is "Begin with the end in mind." It's far easier to make parental decisions if you know where you desire to en…
Raising Tech-Savvy, Godly Kids, Part 1
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Does the Bible have anything to say about technology? The short answer is yes! Discover biblical wisdom, learn what professionals are suggesting, a…
New Year, New You - Really?
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There is something about turning the calendar page to the first day of a new year that feels fresh and invigorating. Many of us plan and dream, set…
How to Overcome Loneliness in Motherhood, Part 2
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As Heidi and Melanie talked about loneliness as moms they realized seasons of loneliness didn't just happen when their kids were little. As mommas …
The Big Announcement is Here!!
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It's time! Finally, the day has come to share the exciting news. Listen as Melanie and Heidi share all the details. Then use the links below to …
How to Stay Happy and Holy in the Christmas Crazy
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How are you feeling as you head into this Christmas season? Frazzled and scattered or calm and cozy? For either of those and for everyone in betwee…
How to Overcome Loneliness in Motherhood, Part 1
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A momma asked Melanie and Heidi the question, "How do you deal with loneliness?" We think all moms can relate to this question. With honesty and …
Ideas to Keep Jesus the Center of Christmas
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Do you know how to keep Christ the center of Christmas? Heidi and Melanie discuss a brand new ABCJesusLovesMe product that will empower you to do …
How to Build a Heart of Thanksgiving in Your Child
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As Christians we know being grateful is more than just a certain month set aside to be thankful. But do we really know how to live that way? Let's …
How to Turn Ordinary Moments into God-Moments
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Have you ever wondered how some parents can take ordinary moments and turn them into God-moments that impact children's hearts for eternity? Arou…
Characteristics of a God-Centered Family, Part 3
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In the final episode of this series, we wrap up our fantastic conversation with Scott. We also get an answer to the cliff-hanger question Heidi lef…
Characteristics of a God-Centered Family, Part 2
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The world tells us our feelings are our truth. Emotions or circumstance defines you...in that moment. But feelings and circumstances change leaving…
Characteristics of a God-Centered Family, Part 1
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We live in a microwave society where everything happens at breakneck speed! Social media would have us believe that unless our calendars are full o…
True or False: God Won't Give Me More Than I Can Handle
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Is it true that God won't give believers more than they can handle? Heidi and Melanie invite you to listen to their journeys to find out if this …
What is Causing Your Parental Exhaustion?
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Being a mom is hard work, but what do we do when it just feels like too much? When you are overwhelmed, hate being a parent, and dread getting up e…
How to Raise Children Who Serve
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In this second episode about teaching our kids the value and purpose of work, Heidi and Melanie get into the nitty gritty of dealing with older kid…
Nurturing a Strong Work Ethic in Your Children
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In this episode, join the Parenting to Impress team as they delve into the concept of work through a biblical lens. Discover what the Bible has to …