In this heartfelt episode of Intentional Motherhood, Kelsey Redd explores how to teach our children the true meaning of an apology—not just the words “I’m sorry,” but genuine repentance that restores relationships.

Drawing from Parenting: Getting It Right by Andy Stanley, Kelsey shares how to keep relationship at the center of discipline, how to model healthy repair as parents, and how faith shapes the way we reconcile with both God and one another.
Grab your own The 4 Part Apology Printable here.

You’ll learn:
💛 The two parts of every meaningful apology: confession and restitution
🖐️ The “Heart, Hands, Eyes, and Mouth” framework Kelsey uses to guide her kids’ apologies
🏡 How to repair connection after conflict—whether between siblings or parent and child
🙏 Why repentance in family life mirrors our spiritual relationship with God
👩‍👧‍👦 Practical scripts you can start using today to teach emotional accountability and empathy

This episode reminds us that the goal of parenting isn’t perfection—it’s lifelong relationship. And even in our mistakes, we have daily chances to turn back toward each other in love.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• Parenting: Getting It Right by Andy Stanley
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• Purchase your own The 4 Part Apology Printable here for only $12.

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In this follow-up to The Gift of Boredom, Kelsey dives deeper into what’s really happening when our kids say, “I’m bored.” Drawing from Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld and Dr. Gabor Maté, she explores how boredom isn’t just about needing more to do—it’s often a signal for reconnection and attachment.

You’ll learn:

• Why boredom can be a powerful opportunity to “collect” your child’s heart
• How modern life and peer attachment have shifted children’s sense of belonging
• Why quick fixes like screens, playdates, and constant entertainment often backfire
• What you can offer instead to become your child’s emotional anchor
• How cultivating connection through boredom prepares kids to be at peace in silence—and to hear God’s quiet voice

Kelsey weaves her perspective as a mom of four, counselor, and mindful parenting guide into this heartfelt episode that will help you see boredom not as a problem to solve, but as a bridge back to connection, creativity, and even communion with God.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• Hold On to Your Children by Dr. Gordon Neufeld & Dr. Gabor Maté
• Learn more about the STOP THE SPIRAL Mini-Course here.
• Purchase your Purposeful Living Journal here.

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When your kids say, “Mom, I’m bored,” does your stomach twist a little? You’re not alone. In this episode, Kelsey unpacks why we’ve come to see boredom as a problem—and why it’s actually a powerful opportunity for growth, imagination, and even spiritual formation.

She shares her personal reflections on homeschooling, how our culture has conditioned us to fear stillness, and how helping our children learn to sit in the quiet prepares them to one day hear their own inner voice—and the gentle whisper of the Holy Spirit.

You’ll also learn practical ways to respond when your kids are bored, including:
• Why quick fixes like screens, toys, and playdates often backfire
• How to redirect boredom into creativity, responsibility, and connection
• The spiritual power of silence and unstructured time

If you’ve been feeling the pressure to entertain your kids 24/7, this episode will help you exhale, trust the process, and rediscover the beauty of calm, quiet, and creativity in your home.

Listen in and be reminded: boredom isn’t a crisis—it’s an invitation to something sacred.

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Learn more about the STOP THE SPIRAL Mini-Course here.

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Have you ever felt yourself spiraling—frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed by the demands of motherhood? In this vulnerable episode of Intentional Motherhood, Kelsey Redd shares a personal story of how a simple nap time struggle almost sent her into a downward spiral, and how one powerful mindset shift changed everything in minutes.

Kelsey reflects on her past battle with infertility and depression and how that experience gave her perspective in motherhood today. She introduces three simple mindset shifts—purpose, perspective, and gratitude—that can help moms stop spiraling quickly, in minutes instead of hours or days.
Learn more here.

You’ll come away with:
✨ A reminder of your why in motherhood—and how to draw strength from it.
✨ A fresh perspective to help you step out of frustration and into peace.
✨ A practical way to use gratitude to shift your mood and mindset instantly.

Kelsey also shares details about her upcoming mini-course designed to help moms break free from negative thought and emotion spirals with simple, practical tools—so you can show up as the mom you want to be.

If you’ve ever felt “stuck in bed” by overwhelm, this episode will encourage you, equip you, and remind you that you are doing an amazing job.
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In this heartfelt episode of Intentional Motherhood, Kelsey Redd opens up about a topic many moms struggle with but rarely discuss—how to keep marriage strong in the middle of the busy, exhausting co-parenting years. Drawing from her personal journey of over a decade of infertility followed by the whirlwind of raising four little ones (including twins), Kelsey shares why your relationship with your spouse must remain the foundation of your family.

You’ll hear insights from marriage expert Matt Townsend, including his stages of marriage—yearning, earning, and enduring—and practical ways to nurture your relationship even in the trenches of motherhood. Kelsey highlights the importance of daily, weekly, and yearly rituals that help couples stay connected, avoid drifting apart, and model a healthy partnership for their children.

This episode will encourage you to:
✨ Remember that your marriage came before parenting—and will last after it.
✨ Create simple rituals that strengthen your bond with your spouse.
✨ See your relationship as the greatest gift you can give your children.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, disconnected from your spouse, or unsure how to prioritize your marriage without neglecting your kids, this conversation will give you hope, perspective, and practical steps forward.

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In this powerful episode of Intentional Motherhood, host Kelsey Redd calls moms to rise up with boldness, faith, and conviction in the wake of tragedy and cultural uncertainty.

Kelsey reflects on the events surrounding the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the words of both scripture and history that have stirred her heart. Drawing from Acts 4 and the courage of the early apostles, she reminds us that the battle we face is not only political but deeply spiritual—and that mothers are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in shaping the next generation.

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This episode is a rallying cry for moms who feel the urgency of the times and the weight of their calling. Kelsey challenges complacency, calls out the lie of being “just a stay-at-home mom,” and encourages listeners to reclaim their homes as the first sanctuaries and classrooms of truth.

You’ll hear:
✨ Why lukewarm faith is no longer enough in today’s world.
✨ How to turn grief, fear, and overwhelm into boldness and action.
✨ The power of scripture and prayer as tools for navigating cultural and spiritual battles.
✨ A heartfelt reading of The Battle Cry of the American Mom—a manifesto declaring faith, family, and freedom as non-negotiables.

Kelsey invites you to join her growing community of intentional mothers who are ready to stand together, anchored in Christ, raising children with courage, conviction, and joy.

📖 “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men and women to do nothing.”

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Recorded spontaneously on the evening of Wednesday, September 10, 2025, this timely and heartfelt episode of Intentional Motherhood comes in response to the devastating news that shook Utah Valley University—and the broader Utah community.

As a professor at UVU, Kelsey Redd shares raw, personal reflection following the fatal shooting of political commentator and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, who was killed during a campus event earlier that day. She addresses the deeply emotional weight of the tragedy—not only as a mother grieving the loss of a father to young children but also as an educator and neighbor grappling with the transformation of a place of learning into a scene of terror.

In this brief, reflective message, Kelsey explores how to explain such grief and violence to young children. Using the symbolism of the local Healing Field and the backdrop of remembering September 11, she offers a gentle approach rooted in faith: affirming that God has a plan, that peace and healing are possible, and that even amid tragedy, there is hope to hold onto.

Do you ever feel like motherhood has you stuck in serious mode—managing meltdowns, meals, and messes—while joy takes the backseat? In this episode of Intentional Motherhood, Kelsey Redd, mental health counselor turned stay-at-home mom of four, unpacks why playfulness isn’t optional—it’s essential for your mental health and your family’s connection.

Through a simple story of jumping off the dock with her kids, Kelsey reveals how present, playful moments can:
🌊 Reset your nervous system and shift you out of stress mode
💖 Reconnect you with your own joy and inner child
🌱 Transform family dynamics by modeling presence and “yes” energy
📖 Invite you into deeper reflection through her new Purposeful Living Journal HERE.

Motherhood doesn’t have to feel like constant “no’s,” endless productivity, or autopilot survival. When we choose purposeful play—even just 5 minutes of silliness, barefoot nature time, or role-reversal games—we create moments of alignment that help us and our kids thrive.

👉 Tune in to learn how to bring more play, presence, and purpose into your everyday life with your little ones.

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