Parent with Purpose: Social Media Fasting & Raising Confident, Helpful Kids with Kristina Turner [Ep 24]

In this episode of the Mommin' Together podcast, host Michelle Barnett connects with guest Kristina Turner to discuss the impacts of social media fasting on motherhood and explore concepts from Michaeleen Doucleff's book, 'Hunt Gather Parent.' Kristina shares her journey of faith and how it has influenced her approach to social media. They delve into practical tips for social media fasting, setting boundaries, and the positive effects these practices have on parenting. Additionally, they talk about the book's three key principles—modeling, involving, and trusting children in daily tasks—and how applying these can lead to calmer, more confident kids. The episode wraps up with a discussion on maintaining healthy connections within the family and the importance of strong parental relationships.

00:00 Welcome to the Mommin' Together Podcast

01:10 Kristina's Faith Journey and Social Media Fasting

02:53 Managing Social Media Boundaries

06:40 The Impact of Social Media on Parenting and Relationships

11:04 Strategies for Social Media Detox

25:28 Involving Kids in Daily Tasks

35:06 Parenting Challenges and Chore Charts

36:17 Simplifying Family Chores

38:20 Teaching Kids Basic Life Skills

42:00 Effective Praise and Communication

47:49 Modeling Behavior and Emotional Regulation

59:06 The Importance of Marriage in Parenting

01:04:06 Gardening and Sourdough Workshops

01:05:04 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Connect with Kristina:

Kristina is a mom, teacher, farmer and certified holistic health integrative nutrition coach.

Through her personal health journey with food and wellness, she went from teaching elementary school, to holistic health coaching to regenerative farming and now I do a little bit of all these jobs together as a mom to three young boys.

Homegrown ministries was born out of a desire to share the lessons that she has learned over the last two decades. We hope that her little homestead can inspire you and your family to get back to homegrown health and wellness.

Website: https://www.homegrown-ministries.com⁠

IG: homegrown_ministries

Resources:

Upcoming In-Person Workshop Info and a Virtual Sourdough Course

Book - Hunt, Gather Parent

Book - Hold Onto Your Kids: Why Parents Need to Matter More Than Peers

Connect with Michelle:

Instagram: @Mommin_Together

@Michelle_Barnett_
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