Diapers and Disciples

From Scripture, St. Alphonsus Liguouri, St. Faustina, St. Francis de Sales, and Brother Lawrence See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:“My life is not my own.”Mark 12: 1-12Diary of St. Faustina (Book II: 860, 872)Links:Diapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:I’m chatting with Talia Kruse of Dear Dymphna about the importance of self-awareness, creating routines, and Talia’s experience as a wife and mother with bipolar disorder.What Talia is Loving:Her Graduate Program through Divine Mercy UniversityTalia’s Mom Hack:Make Ahead SconesLinks:Dear DymphnaDivine Mercy UniversityThe Catholic Psych InstituteDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:I’m chatting with author Kimberly Fries about establishing prayer routines with our kids. We talk about introducing our little ones to the Consecration to Mary, Divine Mercy, Eucharistic Adoration, the Rosary, and Lectio Divina. What Kimberly is Loving:Their local Adoration ChapelKimberly’s Mom Hack:BabysittingLinks:My Little Nazareth (Kimberly’s website) Kimberly’s Books for Little OnesKimberly on InstagramSou Kouma Johnson (Illustrator)One Beautiful DreamDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:I’m chatting with Colleen Duggan about her book Good Enough Is Good Enough: Confessions of an Imperfect Catholic Mom. We chat about our brokenness and seeking grace from the fountain, why we should do something we love every day, and prioritizing time with our spouse. We also talk about how our natural interests are invitations from Christ to serve the world and how our vocation should reveal to us a deeper sense of who we are.What Colleen is Loving:Reading more.Colleen’s Mom Hack:Instant Pot.Links:Good Enough Is Good Enough: Confessions of an Imperfect Catholic Mom by Colleen DugganThe Well Read MomPeace Like A RiverThe Broken Way by Ann VoskampThe Power of Vulnerability by Brene BrownColleen on InstagramColleen on FacebookColleen’s WebsiteDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:We’re chatting about the importance of finding faithful friends, seeing our gifts at work in motherhood, taking small steps to change, and suffering well.What Nell is Loving:The Gathering Place (Blessed Is She Podcast)Catholic Sprouts (Catholic Kid’s Podcast)Nell’s Mom Hack:Lowering my expectations.Links:The Gift of You SeriesThe Whole-Brain ChildDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-Lindsay Schlegel shares how her motherhood has impacted the way she sees her spiritual daughterhood. We talk about facing the pressure to “have it all” as moms and being able to turn and ask ourselves: is “all” really what God wants for us. We also chat about disposing ourselves to hear the voice of the Father and lessons Lindsay has learned about caring for her physical and spiritual wellbeing.Lindsay’s Mom Hack:-Kids folding and putting away their own laundry.Links:Don’t Forget to Say Thank You by Lindsay SchlegelConnect with Lindsay Facebook Twitter InstagramDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-Introducing the newest member of the family and our next series! And how I’m trying to look to Jesus and embrace God’s will.Links:Diapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-In the final part of our series on Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids, I’m chatting with Lindsay Dyson about bringing little ones to daily Mass, how she talks with her kids about miscarriage, and some joys and struggles of motherhood. We’re answering some listener questions about Mass with toddlers, Lindsay shares some tips and encouragement for moms wanting to get into a daily Mass routine, and we discuss some of the fruits of daily Mass Lindsay has seen in her family over the last couple years.Lindsay’s Mom Hack:-Teaching kids to read a digital clock to help with morning and nap time.Links:Moms at Mass, and Other HeroesDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-In Part 5 of our series on Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids, I’m chatting with Mary O’Neill, co-author of Catechism of the Seven Sacraments, a stunning “Lego catechism” her family put together that focuses on fostering a deeper understanding of salvation history through the lens of the Catholic Sacraments. We talk about what inspired the project, working and praying together as a family, homeschooling, building community, and passing on the Catholic faith to her kids. What Mary is Loving:-Homeschool Co-op & the community that has stemmed from that.Mary’s Mom Hack:-Instant PotLinks:Catechism of the Seven SacramentsStoryTel FoundationBuilding Blocks of Faith Series on FacebookBuilding Blocks of Faith Series on InstagramHomeschool ConnectionsLighthouse Catholic MediaFormedDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-In Part 4 of our series on Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids, I’m chatting with Meghan Bausch about her book Saintly Rhymes for Modern Times and her first year of motherhood. Meghan shares about the infertility she experienced early in her marriage, how she was drawn deeper into her Catholic faith, and what inspired her to write a book of saints for kids. What Meghan is Loving:-Her short hair!Meghan’s Mom Hack:-Hand-me-downs and Facebook Marketplace for baby thingsLinks:Saintly Rhymes for Modern TimesServant of God Elisabeth LeseurG.K. & Frances ChestertonFulton Sheen: “The Woman I Love”The Jeweler’s Card Shop: Meghan on InstagramThe Jeweler’s Card Shop: Meghan’s Etsy ShopDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-In Part 3 of our series on Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids, I’m chatting with Ginny Kochis about helping our kids prepare for Mass, learning to love our kids more, and embracing them for who God created them to be. Ginny shares her journey to becoming an encourager for Catholic moms including struggles with postpartum depression, learning to parent differently-wired kids, and embracing the beauty and holiness amidst the messiness of motherhood. What Ginny is Loving:-Alone Time (We can’t give peace, support, and stability to our kids if we don’t have that in our own souls.)Ginny’s Mom Hack:-Reminding ourselves that it’s okay that things are not perfect and there is abundant grace to be had. Not being so hard on ourselves and accepting opportunities for grace, growth, and peace.Links:Not So Formulaic: Ginny’s Blog Mass JournalsGinny on FacebookGinny on InstagramCatholic Mom BundleHow to Keep Your Kids Catholic: Apologetics for KidsStudy by Dr. Mark GrayLego Catechism (Episode with Mary O’Neill coming soon!)Rosary Roses by Joann CollinsDivision of Responsibility of Feeding: The Ellyn Satter Institute Diapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-In Part 2 of our series on Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids, I’m chatting with Katie Warner about family prayer routines with little kids!  What Katie is Loving:-Complete My Joy: Exhortation by Bishop OlmstedKatie’s Mom Hack:-Sleeping until her kids wake up and not feeling guilty about itLinks:Katie’s WebsiteFirst Faith Treasury Series with TAN BooksCatholics Come HomeThe Integrated Catholic LifeCreating a Prayer Space Katie’s Prayer Room A Parent Who PraysDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-On anxiety, stolen peace, and trusting God… I’m sharing a recent experience with The Good Shepherd and introducing our next series: Nurturing the Faith of Catholic Kids!Links:Diapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In This Episode:-It’s the 5th and final episode of our series on Goal Setting & Intentionality in the new year. I’m chatting with Haley Stewart about reading more books and living more intentionally. Haley shares some thoughts on reading more as busy moms, being drawn out of ourselves and into God through beauty, and what she’s learned about slowing down and building community. What Haley is Loving:-Kristin Lavransdatter, sipping hot chocolate, and snuggling her new babyHaley’s Mom Hacks:- Prep Meals Ahead: Breakfast Casserole and Baked OatmealLinks:Haley’s blog- Carrots for MichaelmasThe Fountains of Carrots PodcastThe Simple Show PodcastCatholic Reading ChallengeThe Grace of EnoughDiapers and Disciples Patreon Page See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.