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.
How to Create a Sacred Home W/ Jennifer Pepito
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle interviews Jennifer Pepito, mother of seven explore the multifaceted journey of parenting, emphasizing the importance of connection, spiritual growth, and practical habits for creating a nurturing family environment.
Two Tips to Avoid Burnout in Parenting
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses two essential tips to help parents avoid burnout, drawing wisdom from the biblical story of Moses and his father-in-law Jethro. Listen now!
Embracing Imperfections in Parenting w/ Melanie Domen
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle interviews Melanie Domen, a parenting coach and author of 'That Parenting Book.' They discuss Melanie's personal journey as a parent, the challenges of modern parenting, and the importance of embracing imperfection.
Every Testimony is a Story Worth Sharing
Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the importance of sharing personal testimonies with children.Everyone has a story, of sharing personal testimonies with children. Dr. Cagle encourages parents to share their experiences of God's provision, protection, and grace in everyday life, helping children understand that their own stories are valuable and impactful.
Boundaries and Balance w/ Levi Cagle
In this episode of the Parenting IQ Podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle and her son Levi discuss the significance of boundaries in parenting, particularly as children transition into their teenage years, tune in now!
Two Simple Strategies to Support Anxious Kids
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the alarming rise of anxiety among children. Let's talk about the importance of parental support and practical strategies for parents to help their children cope with anxiety, including regular emotional check-ins and daily praise
I Said I Would Never Homeschool w/ Erin Norlander
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle interviews her friend Erin Norlander about the unexpected twists and turns of parenting. Erin has learned how Homeschooling can provide more quality time with family and the opportunity to instill a firm foundation of biblical truth.
Raising Responsible Kids: Building Accountability and Independence
In this episode of the Parenting IQ podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the essential strategies for raising responsible kids. We dive the importance of allowing children to experience consequences and learn from their mistakes rather than rescuing them from every challenge.
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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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