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 23: A Personal Story
On Today's Episode Dr. Cagle shares about her personal experiences with miscarriages and infertility. Additionally, she talks about the emotional toll on everyone, including the kids during those seasons.
Episode 22: Motherly Fashion with Flavia Soares
On Today's Episode you’ll learn tips from image consultant, Flavia Soares, for the busy or exhausted mom to still find herself beautiful. Motherhood is not a time for us to lose ourselves. However, if we’re not careful, it can be!
Episode 21: Are you Looking for Affirmation?
On Today's Episode learn from Dr. Kelly as she talks about how sometimes, without even noticing, we rely on our kids’ for affirmation in our areas of insecurities.
Episode 20: The Best Choice with Kerri Abbatacola
On Today's Episode learn from Dr. Kelly as she interviews Kerri Abbatacola, sometimes what may sound radical or crazy for some, turns out to be an adventure of a lifetime for others. Listen to the bold, yet beautiful decision Kerri and Justin Abbatacola made for their kids during the 21-22 school year.
Episode 19: A Thief of Intentionality
On Today's Episode…..What’s one area that can be a sneaky thief of our intentionality? Technology. How can we keep ourselves from falling prey? Dr. Cagle teaches us three things we can do to fight it.
Episode 18: Living Cleanly
On today’s episode….Generally, parents constantly search for what’s “best” for their families. Today, we’re being educated by these two mothers, who are strong advocates for reasons we should live clean lives.
Episode 17: 3 Strategies to Get Kids’ Help with Chores
On Today's Episode learn from Dr. Kelly as she discusses on how not only are chores important because they help mom and dad, but they also teach our kids valuable lessons, like responsibility, team work, independence, hygiene, and the importance of serving others. Today’s episode includes three strategies to try in your home with chore assignments.
Episode 16: Young Love with Josh & Kelly Cagle
On Today's Episode you’ll hear a conversation between myself and my better half, Josh, about being young and in love as well as some of our secrets of growing old together. This year, we celebrate 16 years of marriage… and I promise we’re still fairly “young.”
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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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