Becky Harling
Author of How to Listen So Your Kids Will talk and several others. Podcast host of The Connected Mom. A dynamic speaker who is passionate about Jesus.
Appears in 71 Episodes
Praying Against Your Fears (encore episode)
In this day and age, fear and anxiety for mamas is on the rise. School shootings have increased. There's strange illnesses out there, like monkey pox?! There's so much...
Mom Guilt (encore episode)
Carol had every reason to succumb to crippling “Mom Guilt” when an unimaginable situation rocked her family. Instead of isolation, Carol learned to keep a connection w...
How to Be Soul Strong (encore episode)
Becky and Sarah had the privilege of talking with Lucinda Secrest McDowell in December 2022. Shockingly, it was one of the last interviews she gave before her death......
How to Cultivate Deeper Friendships in a Lonely World
Do you feel lonely...even when surrounded by your family? Many moms can relate. Recently the U.S. Surgeon General stated that loneliness is an epidemic. Yikes! In this...
Disclipline Without Drama
Wait! Can "peaceful" and "discipline" co-exist in parenting? Join us in this "Grace Space" where we acknowledge the difficulty of disciplining our kiddos without drama...
Letting Go of Perfectionism
Phew. Perfectionism in motherhood can really be strong. If you're ready to break away from mindsets that hold you down, this is the podcast for you. Alicia shares from...
Finding Joy in Friendship
Spoiler alert: JOY is actually rooted in relationships. Why? Join us for a "girlfriend gathering" as we chat about how to have genuine relationships...connecting us wi...
Remembering What Matters Most
Goodness! Our world can have a million distractions away from what really matters. Even good things take our attention and energy. Do you feel this as a mom? If so, th...
Is Rest Really Possible While Raising Kids?
Spoiler Alert! Yes, rest is possible for mamas...but it may not look how you think. Join us for this super-practical episode with Dr. Saundra about different kinds of ...
Praying Your Prodigal Home
Parenting is not for the faint of heart. If you're parenting a "prodigal," our hearts are with you and we want to encourage you with our guest, Laine Lawson Craft. She...
Why It's Good to Teach Your Kids the Lord's Prayer
Did you know that Jesus' prayer includes 6 invitations to know God more deeply? In this episode, Becky practically walks through how we can help our children understan...
Can Disabilities Bring Hope?
Our families--and parenting--can look a lot different than we expect. Especially when disabilities enter the picture. Today we talk with Jillian Benfield about her jou...
Help for Angry Moms
Find yourself being angry or responding harshly...even when it's the last thing you want to do? Today's episode with guest Amber Lia is a conversation about triggers a...
How to Have Colorful Conversations with Your Kids
How do we best talk about race and cultural differences with our kids? We should...but sometimes we avoid it because we aren't sure what to say. Listen in! We're thank...
Why Connecting is So Important
We're all about connection at The Connected Mom--and today we're jumping into why connection with our kids is SO important. We glean some amazing tips and encouragemen...
Helping Your Kids Understand God
The word "theology" can freak people out. But don't run away! As a mama, we want to help you understand "theology"--the study of God and why it's so important as we pa...
Help for Mamas Who Are Sick of Dieting
Today we're talking about weight and dieting and *all* the things involved with body image. Becky and our guest, Laura Acuña, share their stories of battling body imag...
Keeping Your Marriage Alive While Parenting
Marriage! Here’s the thing, in the thick of parenting challenges, it’s easy to let things slide in your marriage. However, In God’s design husband and wife are to func...
Finding Hope When Mental Health Issues Enter Your Marriage
Today we’re continuing our series on mental health issues . . . and specifically when it affects your spouse. We’re talking to Becky's dear friend Tracy Arntzen about ...
What to Know About Teen Depression
If you're a parent to a teen or have teens you love, listen in. Today we're talking about teen depression--what to look for and what to do when you identify that a tee...
When Postpartum Hits Hard
If you have struggled with any kind of blue or depressive feelings after giving birth, this is your podcast. Ashley Hudson, LCSW, shares next steps for you or someone ...
Cultivating Creativity in Your Child
If the words “messy crafts” are the first words that come to mind when thinking about creativity, stop right there! It’s time to re-think what “creativity” means and w...
Finding Your Way Back to Joy
Today we’re talking about the moments in motherhood when you feel blue or depressed. We chat with Becky's dear friend, Carol McLeod, about how you can find your way ba...
Creating an Atmosphere of Hope in Your Home
When storms hit our lives and the lives of our loved ones, how do we keep hope alive in our homes? Join us as we talk with Grace Fox about how we can maintain hope in ...
How to Be Soul Strong in the New Year
The new year is a great time to think about being a "soul strong" mom. What is that? Listen in to our discussion with Lucinda Secrest McDowell for more.
Connecting with God as a Busy Mom
A conversation about what helps us connect with God more deeply . . . while we're in the busy, busy life of parenting.
Creative Ways to Love Your Child
Kids are all different and sometimes we need a few creative ideas to help us show them our love! Julie Lavender, our guest, brings us some great encouragement and tips...
How to Create Fun Celebrations and Traditions
Hit play (while you wrap gifts?) and join us for a conversation about celebrations and traditions . . . and how they can build connection in your family.
How to Deal With Your Child's Big Emotions
One of the hardest challenges for parents is dealing with our kids' BIG emotions (or even ours!). In this super-helpful episode, we talk with Michelle Nietert about ho...
Making Gratitude Fun
Let's make it more fun to be grateful! This episode is packed with practical ways to instill gratitude in your home...and hopefully your heart. For the holidays or any...
