Peaceful Christian Parenting | Gentle Parenting, Emotional Regulation, Conflict Resolution, Boundaries, Attachment Theory

#7. Struggling With Lying? Parenting Tips to Build Honesty Through Connection and Understanding

In today’s episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting, I’m sharing my story of lying as a child, the fear and shame that fueled it, and how God has been rewriting that story in my parenting. Together we’ll explore why children lie, what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how to create safety and connection so they feel free to tell the truth.
Instead of punishing lies, I’ll show you how to pause, pray, and respond with mercy—building bridges of trust rather than walls of shame. We’ll also look at how God Himself responds to lies in Scripture, from Adam and Eve to Peter, and how His redemptive love can shape the way we parent today.
If you’ve ever struggled with a child who lies, or carried your own childhood wounds around fear and dishonesty, this episode will encourage your heart with hope, healing, and practical tools for parenting in God’s love.

#6. Frustrated With Power Struggles? My Method for Bringing Calm Back to Your Home

Do you ever feel powerless when parenting your strong-willed child? I know I did. My son’s determination pushed every button in me, and I often found myself in daily battles over everything from brushing teeth to eating meals. I had committed to not spanking, but I felt stuck—I didn’t want to overpower him, yet I didn’t know how else to lead him.
In this episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting, I share the three shifts that completely transformed how I parent my strong-willed child: recognizing my own limiting beliefs, teaching the why behind our family boundaries, and letting go of rigidity to embrace flexible stability. I’ll also tell you a story of how these changes led to deeper connection—and even a sweet little book my son made for me called “Mom and Asher Best Friends.”
If you’re tired of constant battles and want to see your strong-willed child’s determination as a gift rather than a problem, this episode will give you hope, encouragement, and practical steps to move from disconnection to connection.

#5. Battling Disobedience and Defiance? Teaching Our Kids to Obey Starts With 1 Simple Step!

In this episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting, I’m sharing how my view of obedience has been completely reshaped by the Hebrew meaning of the word—“to listen.” For years, I believed obedience meant quick, unquestioning compliance, and I even spanked for disobedience. But as I’ve grown in my walk with God, I’ve realized that obedience is not about fear or force—it’s about relationship.
I’ll take you through what I’ve learned from Scripture, including the story of Jonah, and how God models obedience with patience, support, and love. You’ll hear how I now teach my children to thoughtfully listen and respond rather than blindly obey—and how I’ve learned to support them step by step instead of punishing or labeling them.
If you’ve ever wondered how to handle disobedience without resorting to fear or punishment, this episode will give you practical tools and a fresh perspective rooted in God’s heart for connection.

#4. Parenting Without Shame: 3 Steps to Walk in Freedom in Your Motherhood

In this episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting, I’m opening up about something every mom faces at some point — mom guilt. If you’ve ever heard that whisper, “You’re not enough,” this conversation is for you.
I share a real story from my own parenting (yes, even a water bottle moment with my five-year-old!) and talk honestly about the difference between guilt and shame. Here’s the big idea: guilt can be a gift — it points us back to our values and offers a way forward. But shame attacks our identity and keeps us stuck.
Together, we’ll walk through practical steps of repair — first in our own hearts, and then in our relationships with our kids. And we’ll invite Jesus into those hidden places of shame so His love and truth can bring freedom.
My prayer is that this episode encourages your heart, gives you fresh hope for your parenting, and reminds you that God’s extravagant grace is for you, right here and right now.
 
Show Notes – Episode Highlights
The truth about mom guilt: why guilt can be a teacher and shame keeps us stuck.
Naomi’s real-life story — what happened when stress and overwhelm led to an unexpected reaction.
How to separate guilt from shame so you can grow instead of staying stuck.
3 steps of inner repair: curiosity, making sense of your story, and making a plan.
3 steps of relational repair: apologize, share your plan, and invite the other person in.
What to do when “mom guilt” is really projected judgment from others.
Encouragement and prayer to release shame and walk in God’s grace and love.
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#3. Parenting Without Comparison: 3 Steps to Reclaim Joy in our Parenting

Have you ever caught yourself comparing your parenting to someone else’s—and instantly felt the joy drain away? In this episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting, I share how comparison steals our peace as moms and keeps us from living in the unique identity God has given us. Together, we’ll look at why comparison sneaks in, how it affects both us and our children, and most importantly, the 3 steps you can take to break free: curiosity, acceptance, and thankfulness.
You’ll walk away with practical tools and biblical encouragement to stop measuring yourself against others and start parenting with confidence, joy, and the freedom Christ offers.
 
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#2. Letting go of Perfection: Embracing God’s Love for us and our Kids in our Parenting

Have you ever felt the heavy weight of needing to “get it right” as a parent? In this episode of Peacful Christian Parenting, I share my own journey of realizing I was a hidden perfectionist—and how God gently invited me to let go of perfection and receive His process of love instead. Together, we’ll look at how perfectionism shows up in parenting, why shame fuels the cycle, and how shifting from “power over” or “power under” to a “power with” approach brings more connection and healing with our kids. My prayer is that you’ll leave this conversation encouraged, with practical ways to invite curiosity, acceptance, and grace into your parenting journey.
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Podcast Trailer: Peaceful Christian Parenting

Do you ever go to bed wondering if your anger or frustration did more harm than good today? Are you exhausted from trying to stay calm when your kids are losing it — and you feel like you’re losing it too? Do you ever fear your kids won’t trust you or forgive you for the moments you lose control? Have you ever wondered how to guide your children with love and boundaries without turning to punishment or guilt?
If so, welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!
This podcast is here to help Christian parents, like you, create peaceful homes built on trust and joy-filled connection with your kiddos. Each episode offers practical tools and biblical encouragement to help you move from reactivity and overwhelm to calm leadership—so you can raise Godly, emotionally healthy kids without relying on punishment or fear. 
Hi, I’m Naomi — a wife, mama of five, and Christian parenting coach who knows what it’s like to feel overwhelmed, reactive, and unsure how to respond to my kid’s emotional overwhelm. For years, I wanted to parent differently than the way I was raised, but I didn’t know how. Through my own healing journey, God began teaching me how to move from control and chaos into becoming a calm, joyful parent, knowing how to help my kids handle their big emotions and handling my own as well.  Now I help other Christian parents do the same—parenting from a place of peace, grace, and grounded presence. I am not here to fix you or tell you how to parent your kids, but to support you to become the parent you long to be.
If you’re ready to parent with peace instead of stress, to respond with grace instead of frustration, and to build a home filled with connection, joy, and the presence of God—this podcast is for you. Let’s go deep to grow strong together!

#1. Breaking Generational Cycles of Fear And Disconnection in our Parenting: My Journey of Becoming a Healed Parent

Welcome to the very first episode of Peaceful Christian Parenting! In this episode, I (Naomi Parsons) open up and share my story—growing up in a large Christian family, navigating perfectionism, fear, and punishment-based discipline, and how God has been leading me into a new way of parenting: peace-filled and punishment free!
I talk about:
The generational patterns of punishment, control, and emotional shutdown.
My struggles with anxiety, rigidity, and permissiveness as a young parent.
How God revealed a new path—parenting with both boundaries and connection.
Why emotions are at the heart of healthy parent-child relationships.
If you’ve ever longed to parent differently than the way you were raised, or you struggle with the tug-of-war between harsh discipline and permissiveness, this episode is for you.
Together, we’ll walk this journey of healing, growth, and becoming parents who lead with peace, confidence, and God’s love.
Connect with me: www.listeninghearts.family/join