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 48: Homeschooling 101 with Natalie Kreifels
Homeschooling isn’t for every household, and a few years ago, Natalie 100% agreed that it was NOT for them. Until, she felt a big tug from God that she just couldn’t pass up. Now, she finds daily joy (and stress 🤪) homeschooling her 4 kids, while being a pastor’s wife and running their investment properties.
Episode 47: Kids Acting Out? Follow this 9-Step Framework
If your kids are acting out at home, in school, or at Target, and you’re tired of being embarrassed or frustrated by their behaviors, then this 9-step framework is for you!
Episode 46: Growing a Garden & a Family with Andrea Cornell
Have a desire to start a garden?? Overwhelmed by the task?? Today’s episode will make you want to get to the seed shop ASAP! Andrea Cornell shares simple steps to get you started, but more importantly, she teaches ways to incorporate whole foods into our kids’ lunch boxes and our dinner tables– fresh from the garden!
Episode 45: The Independently Dependent Learner
My oldest son, Levi, is now in the 6th grade. At a recent school meeting, I heard several of the other 6th grade moms share about the independence they are seeing in their kids, finding their new norm as co-teachers and letting their kids spread their wings a bit more.
Episode 44: Educator turned Entrepreneur with Jenn Kleiber
As an educator turned entrepreneur, Jenn Kleiber has worn many hats throughout her career. Her latest one, The Faith Filled Entrepreneur, has taken her on an amazing journey of faith, which has touched many lives, including her own son, Tate!
Episode 43: Student vs Learner
You have two options: A) live a mundane work-life, where you clock in at 8am and clock out at 5pm daily… or B) love what you do and the impact you get to make every day through your work. Correct?
If you were to think of “school” as your child’s “job,” would you say they’re current job experience is described by option A or B?
Make sure you don’t miss this episode to ensure your child lives a learning adventure of a lifetime!
Episode 42: Thinking Outside our Walls
Why is it important for kids to learn about cultures and languages beyond their own? How can you embrace diversity in your home? In this episode, Dr. Cagle challenges you to think outside your own walls.
Episode 41: One Family’s Adoption Story with Haley Coon
Who talks about adoption on the first date?? The Coons! If you feel a calling to adopt, then you don’t want to miss this episode! Make sure to head over to drkellycagle.com to browse the resources Haley mentions.
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