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Imperfect Heroes Podcast

Imperfect Heroes Podcast

Welcome to Imperfect Heroes - Insights Into Parenting Podcast with DJ Stutz. The ultimate destination for imperfect parents seeking joy in the journey of raising children in a less-than-perfect world. Tune in for insightful conversations and guidance on navigating the challenges of parenthood with authenticity and resilience.

Recent Episodes

Feb. 17, 2025

The 4 Emotional Needs Every Child Has (and How to Meet Them!) with Richard O’Keef

Send us a text Ever wonder what truly helps children thrive while keeping them from dangerous paths? In this powerful episode, DJ Stutz sits down with parenting expert and author Richard O’Keef to dive into the four emotiona…
Feb. 10, 2025

Raising Heroes: Helping Kids Choose Their Heroes & Become One Themselves with Lenora Edwards Episode 189

Send us a text Who our kids look up to shapes who they become! In this episode, DJ Stutz and Lenora Edwards explore how young children develop a sense of morality by observing the heroes in their lives. From parents and teac…
Feb. 3, 2025

Empathy: The First Step in Raising Morally Strong Kids - Episode 188

Send us a text Did you know that empathy is the very first step in your child’s moral development? In this episode, DJ dives into how kids begin to connect with others emotionally—even as babies! From mirroring your smile to…
Jan. 27, 2025

Episode 187: How to Raise Moral Kids in the Digital Age: Expert Tips from Dr. John Chanaca

Send us a text In this episode, DJ welcomes Dr. John Chanaca, an experienced author and family therapist, to explore the moral development of children in today’s technology-driven world. With over 42 years in education and c…
Jan. 20, 2025

Episode 186: How Kindness and Compassion Shape Future Entrepreneurs with Margot Machol-Bisnow

Send us a text In this episode, DJ chats with author Margot Machol-Bisnow about the link between parenting and entrepreneurship. Margot has interviewed over 70 entrepreneurs and shares her findings about childhood commonalit…
Jan. 13, 2025

Episode 185: Parenting Spicy Kids? Diane Dempster Shares a Recipe for Success

Send us a text In this episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting , DJ Stutz sits down with Diane Dempster, co-founder of Impact Parents, to discuss the challenges and joys of raising what she calls “Spicy Kids.” …

Recent Blog Posts

April 24, 2024

Navigating Parenthood: Embracing Change with Grace and Love

This month, we've been delving deep into managing changes, especially those that impact our little ones. But today, let's shift the focus to something equally important: managing the changes within ourselves as parents. Parenting is a journey of co…

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April 12, 2024

Navigating Change with Children: A Compassionate Guide

Today, we're diving into the choppy waters of change, an inevitable part of life that affects not just us adults but also our little ones. And who better to shed light on this than the wonderful Joris Gjataa from Newton, …

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April 1, 2024

10 Strategies to Help Children (and Parents) Cope with Changes

During the month of April, Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting podcast is focusing on a crucial aspect of parenting: helping our children navigate change with confidence. As parents of young children, we know that even small changes can feel m…

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About the Host

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DJ Stutz

Parenting Coach, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, Early Childhood Specialist

DJ Stutz, an Early Childhood Specialist and devoted advocate for children's rights and education, brings over two decades of teaching experience, specializing in Special Education and Music. Her expertise extends beyond the classroom, with roles as a 911 dispatcher and a parenting facilitator for the Clark County Division of Family and Youth Services. A parent herself and actively engaged in PTA leadership, including the presidency of the Nevada State PTA, DJ is dedicated to enhancing parental involvement in education. Her advocacy includes organizing a Nevada commission to improve Latino fathers' participation in education. Recognized as "Citizen of The Month" in 2008, DJ has testified before commissions, collaborated with Senator Ted Kennedy, and led international support groups. Now, through workshops, classes, coaching sessions, and her podcast, "Imperfect Heroes – Insights Into Parenting," DJ empowers parents to navigate the joys and challenges, fostering independence, productivity, and happiness in their children.

Discover insights, guidance, and practical tips on the following diverse parenting topics through DJ's one-on-one coaching, her speaking engagements, her courses offered at https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/ and her informative podcast, Imperfect Heroes offered at https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/

Effective Communication:
Improving parent-child communication
Dealing with miscommunication and misunderstandings
Communication with your spouse and building a parenting team

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