In this episode, we discuss the challenges and dynamics of parenting teenagers in the age of social media. We explore how social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok influence teenagers' lives, the mental health implications of social media use, and the importance of open communication between parents and children. We emphasize the need for parents to engage with their kids about their online experiences, set boundaries, and model healthy social media behavior. Our discussion also highlights the dangers of online interactions and the necessity of being informed and proactive as parents.

Resources Mentioned:

• Pew Research Study on Teen Cellphone Usage
• Surgeon General Advisory on Social Media
• Psalm 119:37
• Psalm 101
• Proverbs 2
• Axis.org
• Axis.org - A Parent's Guide to Social Media
• Axis.org - Culture Translator

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode of Post Eden Parenting, Angela Emhoff discusses the challenges of parenting in a digital age, particularly focusing on the rise of anxiety and mental health issues among children. The conversation emphasizes the importance of open communication, understanding children's emotional needs, and the impact of technology on relationships. Strategies for fostering curiosity in parenting and the necessity of being present for children are explored, along with the significance of building strong relationships and maintaining a posture of curiosity as parents.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Place We Find Ourselves Podcast with Adam Young
• The Big 6 - What Every Child Needs from their Parents (PDF)

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, Jimmy Cook, Aaron Parks, and Ian McCready discuss the challenges and strategies for parenting teenagers in the digital age. They emphasize the importance of equipping teens with the character and skills to navigate technology responsibly, fostering open communication, and understanding the evolving digital landscape. The discussion covers the significance of monitoring technology use, building trust, and engaging with teens' interests to maintain meaningful connections. Ultimately, the goal is to guide teens towards becoming self-controlled, independent adults who can make wise decisions about technology and their faith.

Resources Mentioned

• Deuteronomy 6 - Shema
• Bark Monitoring
• Revolutionary Parenting by George Barna
• 2 Peter 1:5-8

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode of Post Eden Parenting, hosts Jimmy Cook and Aaron Parks, along with guest Ian McCready, discuss the challenges and responsibilities parents face in guiding their children through the complexities of technology use. They explore the importance of establishing structure and consistency in technology interactions, the power of habits, and the necessity of open conversations about internet safety and privacy. The discussion also includes practical tools for monitoring technology use and insights on determining the appropriate age for children to have their own devices.

Resources mentioned:

• Proverbs 25:28
• Proverbs 22
• Ephesians 5:15-17
• 2 Timothy 3:16-17
• Psalm 119:9
• Parent Tech Checks - SelfCTRL
• Gabb Phone
• Bark
• Gryphon Router
• Aro Home

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we discuss the challenges parents face in managing technology use for children aged 0 to 4. We continue our conversation with Ian McCready, founder of the nonprofit Self Control, which emphasizes the importance of establishing healthy digital habits early on. The conversation covers the impact of technology on child development, the significance of parental engagement, and practical strategies for creating a balanced digital environment for young children.

Resources mentioned:

• Matthew 7:5
• American Academy of Pediatrics recommendations for under 2

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode of Post-Eden Parenting, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Ian McCready, founder of the nonprofit Self Control. We explore the pervasive influence of technology in our lives, particularly in parenting, and discuss how to guide children in becoming responsible users of technology. Ian shares his personal journey with technology addiction and the importance of self-control, emphasizing that technology can amplify human desires, both positively and negatively. The conversation also touches on recognizing signs of technology addiction and the need for parents to foster healthy habits in their children.

Resources mentioned:

• SelfCTRL Website
• "The Life You have Always Wanted" by John Ortberg

Contact us at fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

This episode of Post-Eden Parenting is a recording of a Parenting Class from the Fall of 2024. Ray Wagoner, the Oliver Endowed Chair at JBU's Center for Healthy Relationships, joins us to guide us in discussing sexuality with each age-group of our kids. Ray has been a licensed counselor in Arkansas for the past five years and is currently a doctoral student at Liberty University, and he shares with us the normal behaviors for each stage as well as tips for discussions.

Resources Mentioned:

• "8 Not Now Tips for Teens" Article
• Axis.org - "Parents Guide to the Sex Talk"
• "God's Design for Sex" by Brenna Stan Jones (6 Book Series, designed for each childhood stage)
• "God Made Boys and Girls: Helping Children Understand the gift of Gender" by Marty Machowski

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This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

This episode of Post-Eden Parenting is a recording of a teaching at our Parent Forum in February 2024. Angela Imhoff, the CR ministry leader at New Heights Church Fayetteville, helps us think through how to walk alongside our children in regard to social media. She shares with us how we can develop deep connections with our kids and walk with them as we navigate anxiety and social media together.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Big Six by Adam Young Counseling (PDF)
• The Place We Find Ourselves podcast

Contact us at fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

This episode of Post-Eden Parenting is a recording of a teaching at our Parent Forum in February 2024. Andy Petry, the CR ministry leader at Fellowship Fayetteville, shares with us about how we can walk alongside our

Resources Mentioned:

• Rethinking Sexuality by Dr. Juli Slattery
• The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch

Contact us at fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

This episode of Post-Eden Parenting is a recording of a teaching at our Parent Forum in February 2024. Ian McCready, founder of a local non-profit called selfCTRL, shares with us about tech addiction. He shares his story of video game addiction and gives us seven steps toward self-control.

Resources Mentioned:

• Revolutionary Parenting by George Barna
• The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch
• selfCTRL website
• Bark app & Bark Phone

Contact us at fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we continue the conversation with Stephen Ivey. We discuss the history of racism in the US and how we can begin to teach our kids about that history. We also explore the importance of the black church and the role the church has played in communities.

Resources Mentioned:

• "The Color of Compromise" by Jemar Tisby
• Dr. Anthony Bradley
• "Reading While Black" by Esau McCaulley
• "A Chair for My Mother" by Vera B. Williams
• "The Watsons Go to Birmingham" by Christopher Paul Curtis

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we talk with Stephen Ivey who is the Pastor for Children and Youth at the Historic St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Fayetteville. We discuss race and racism and how, as parents, we can work to teach our kids a Biblical view of all people.

Resources Mentioned:

• "The Gospel in Color" by Curtis A. Woods and Jarvis J Williams
• "A Parent's Guide to Racism in the United States" at Axis.org
• Healing Conversations NWAon Facebook

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we talk with Caroline Turner and Tad Moore (Student Ministry staff at Fellowship Fayetteville) about talking with your 9th-12th graders about sexuality. They interact with students and leaders on a regular basis, and they share with us their observations about the struggles our students are facing. As they share their experiences, they encourage us to dive into these conversations even though it may feel awkward. Your students want to hear from you above anyone else, even if they say otherwise.

Resources Mentioned:

• "Rethinking Sexuality" by Dr. Juli Slattery
• "Sex and the Single Girl" by Dr. Juli Slattery
• Java with Juli Podcast (Episode: Parenting without shame)
• Axis.org
• FightTheNewDrug.org
• TheFreedomFight.org
• "Gay Girl, Good God" by Jackie Hill-Perry
• 7 Myths About Singleness by Sam Alberry

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Karissa Ragland about discussing sexuality with your kids. We move to the Middle School/Jr. High age group. Karissa encourages us that the greatest protection we can give our kids is the freedom to talk to us. She helps us see how we can walk our kids through puberty as they experience so many changes.

Resources Mentioned:

• Parentcue.org - Sexual Integrity Conversation Guides
• FocusontheFamily.com
• FamilyLife.com
• Bark App (bark.us)
• Axis.org

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.orgfor more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Karissa Ragland about discussing sexuality with your kids. We move to the elementary age group. Karissa encourages us that the greatest protection we can give our kids is the freedom to talk to us.

Resources Mentioned:

• God's Design for Sex Series by Stan & Brenna Jones & Carolyn Nystrom
• Empowered to Connect Podcast - Episode Title: Talking with your kids about sex
• Java w/Juli Podcast
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures by Kristen Jenson & Debbie Fox

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode, we begin a conversation with Karissa Ragland about how we can talk with our kids from birth through 4 years old about sex and sexuality. She gives us some things to think through as we consider how we can build a foundation of trust and openness with our kids.

Resources Mentioned and a Couple More:

• God's Design for Sex Series by Stan & Brenna Jones & Carolyn Nystrom
• God Made All of Me: A Book to Help Children Protect Their Bodies by Justin & Lindsey Holcomb
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr. by Kristen Jenson & Debbie Fox
• God Made Boys & Girls: Helping Children Understand the Gift of Gender by Marty Machowski
• Why Boys and Girls are Different: For Boys Ages 3-5 by Carol Greene

Reach out at fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.

Welcome to Post-Eden Parenting. In this episode, we explain where the name "Post-Eden Parenting" comes from. We also discuss what it means to deal with our own sexual brokenness as we talk with our kids about sexuality.

Resources Mentioned:

• Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing by Jay Stringer
• Dan Allender, Author
• The Allender Center Podcast
• Rethinking Sexuality: God's Design and Why It Matters by Dr. Juli Slattery
• Passion Pursuit: What Kind of Love Are You Making by Dr. Juli Slattery
• Java with Juli Podcast

Reach out to fayettekids@fellowshipnwa.org for more information.

This podcast is produced by Fellowship Fayetteville in Northwest Arkansas.