THE PARENTING IQ PODCAST
Understand your child & parent with confidence
Parenting advice is everywhere. Knowing what fits your child and your family can feel really hard.
The Parenting IQ Podcast helps you make everyday parenting decisions with greater understanding and confidence. Join Dr. Kelly Cagle and her guests for practical conversations that connect research with real family life so you can understand your child, weigh your options, and confidently choose your next step.
Hosted by Dr. Kelly Cagle, a PhD in K-16 education, ADHD researcher, and homeschooling mom of three boys, each episode helps you better understand your child’s needs, so you feel confident teaching life skills, character, and emotional intelligence that go far beyond the textbook and last a lifetime.
Some of the topics we cover include:
ADHD-friendly parenting strategies
How to motivate your kids without nagging
Building confident, connected families
Teaching life skills that stick
Rethinking academics for real-world success
Managing sibling dynamics and home rhythms
Biblical wisdom + brain science and so much more
The show is proudly part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network.
Our mission is to help you understand your child so you can parent with confidence.
Triple M: Balancing Money, Marriage, and Motherhood w/ Delaney Ripple
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle….I am so privileged to have Delaney Ripple in the studio today Delaney is a financial educator who is passionate about helping others take control of their financial futures.
Watching Mom and Dad Fight w/ Levi Cagle
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle and her son Levi discuss the topic of conflict resolution and the impact of witnessing arguments between parents.
Creating a Healthy Sexual Culture in the Home w/ Greta Eskridge
In this episode, Dr. Cagle interviews Greta Eskridge, a homeschooling mom, writer, and speaker, discusses the importance of creating a healthy sexual culture in homes, addressing topics such as pornography, sex education, and conversations with spouses.
Sunny Days Ahead: 4 Habits for a Joyful Summer
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle shares 4 Habits to active joy and sanity in the chaos of summer.
An Intentional Life of Discipleship w/Pr. Deidra Meckel
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle interviews Pastor Deidra Meckel they cover topics such as parenting, family dynamics, intentional discipleship, and creating a healthy family rhythm
Accountability Matters: The Key to Personal and Professional Growth
This episode explores the importance of accountability in personal and professional growth. Dr. Cagle discusses different forms of accountability, including through friendships, parent-child relationships, mentorship, and coaching.
We Were Made for Community
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the importance of community, especially in motherhood
“Fatherhood Unfiltered: Embracing the Journey of Being a Dad with Steve Penate”
In this Episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle and Steve Penate discuss the importance of becoming the person you need to be in order to achieve your goals and fulfill your roles as a husband and father and the importance of setting the right atmosphere in your home.
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Speaking Topics
ADHD Conversations:
Parenting Beyond the ADHD Label— Understanding a child’s strengths, challenges, and needs without letting a diagnosis “define” them.
Why Won’t You Just Do It?— Exploring why getting started, following directions, and finishing tasks can be difficult, and how parents can help through systems, not more nagging and yelling.
Homework, ADHD, and the Parent-Child Relationship— Creating a more supportive homework experience through realistic expectations and school partnerships.
ADHD and Big Feelings— Navigating frustration and emotional overwhelm with compassion, clear boundaries, and opportunities to reconnect.
Building Independence When Your Child Has ADHD— Helping children practice responsibility with support that grows and changes alongside them.
Home Rhythms Conversations:
Creating a Home That Works for Your Family— Establishing predictable patterns that bring structure while making room for joy, hiccups, and real life.
Less Rushing, More Connection— Using simple moments as anchors, making busy life feel more manageable and less chaotic.
The After-School Reset— Creating space for kids’ needs while juggling homework, activities, and family time.
Running a Home Like a Business— Using systems to create a healthier flow, accomplish more, bring clarity and unity, and build skills
When the World Becomes Your School— Recognizing there are many lessons no school will teach and how we can weave them into our day-to-day.
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