THE PARENTING IQ PODCAST
Family Rhythms, Neurodivergence, &
Parenting Challenges and Solutions
The Parenting IQ Podcast is your go-to show for turning real-life parenting struggles into powerful learning opportunities. Whether you're raising a neurodivergent child, homeschooling, or navigating the pressures of academics and behavior, this podcast will equip you with practical tools and research-backed strategies to build a thriving home culture.
Hosted by Dr. Kelly Cagle-- a PhD in education, ADHD researcher, and homeschooling mom of three boys-- each episode unpacks how to use the daily little moments (yes, even the messy ones!) as opportunities to teach life skills, character, and emotional intelligence that go far beyond the textbook.
The show is proudly part of The Christian Parenting Podcast Network.
Topics 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
Subscribe on Apple or Spotify and join us as lifelong learners!
OUR MISSION IS TO HELP PARENTS USE THE DAILY LITTLE MOMENTS AS BIG LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Episode 8: Mindfulness in Parenthood with Katy Brooks
In this episode, Katy challenges us to “respond not react,” and how we (and our kids) can benefit from living mindful, aware, and intentional lives.
Episode 7: Work + Life Balance
The work + life balance can be one of the hardest parts in parenthood. In this episode, you’ll hear about six strategies Dr. Cagle practices to seek this balance.
Episode 6: Advocating for your Child with Dr. Catherine Robert
Regardless if we like conflict, there are times we must speak out and/or stand up for a child. Dr. Robert equips us with “do’s” and “don’ts” when advocating for our child’s academic needs.
Episode 5: Speaking to Kids’ Belief Systems
Our word selections can impact our children beyond the present moment– they can be ingrained into what they believe about themselves forever.
Episode 4: The Benefits of a Village with Meshali Mitchell
Meshali shares about her role as an aunt and why she prioritizes her busy schedule to speak and pour into her nieces’ and nephew’s lives. She encourages parents to bring others into their “village” and gives advice to individuals who aren’t parents to take advantage of opportunities to love on others’ kids.
Episode 3: At Home with Dr. Kelly Cagle
How life experiences can shape even our kids’ education!
Episode 2: Parent Engagement with Susan Crosier
Parent involvement and parent engagement are not the same. In this episode, Susan Crosier, takes a deep dive at what a beautiful parent-educator partnership can look like.
Episode 1: The Mission of Parenthood
Your home should be your child’s primary “school” in many areas. In this episode, I’ll teach on four of these areas, which will help you better equip your child as they attend their actual school.
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A mind shift between student & learner
What every American home desperately needs: Less chaos, more connection
Being a healthy mom in an overstimulating world
When the world is your school: Learning that happens at home
Three character traits every child needs: Competence, creativity, and curiosity
Avoiding parental burnout
How to fight the current mental health crisis
Eight ways people are wired as learners through the 8 Multiple Intelligences theoretical lens
Improving home life with an ADHD child: Simple habits that make a big difference
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