Episodes

You are a parent who wants to be more present with your family but things just seem to get in the way. Sometimes we worry, and there are so many things we worry about. Finances, family issues, work issues, our …

Are you a parent who wants to be more present with your family but things just seem to get in the way? Sometimes we worry, and there are so many things we worry about. Finances, family issues, work issues, our …

Most parents work while raising kids. Even if you are blessed to be at home, it is easy to become overly busy with being a volunteer with teams, school and church. While there are many different ways to find balance, …

Postpartum Depression is serious business and more common than you might think. Whether it is something you may be struggling with or someone you love, this is the episode for you. New moms may be thinking they are crazy, a...

So many parents realize they need to further their education to better meet the needs of their family. Whether you are are starting new or going back, this episode is for you. In this episode my guest is Dr. Erin …

Are your kids unorganized? Do they struggle with simple chores and tasks? Does frustrated anger erupt after you have told them 50 times to get something done? Some of our children seem to get overwhelmed so easily. The si...

It is hard for some parents to admit their child needs help in some way. It was for me. Today's guest is teacher Bailey Olsen from Michigan. She has so much experience in helping young students get the assistance they …

The first day of school can be a little daunting whether you are sending your precious child to preschool, kindergarten or higher grades. There are many changes with each year and with the uncertainty of containing and new C...

What to you need to know and do to make sure your children are safe if you're not there to protect them? I understand we don't like to talk about or plan for how things will go if we die, …

I think almost every parent wants to raise strong daughters. In this episode I have a conversation with Sunny and Dan Bennion. A father/daughter team that has great respect for each other. Sunny is about to go off to her …

There are so many things we should never say to our kids, but for this episode, I highlight 10 common things that parents often say to their kids that tend to do more harm than good. By the end of …

Oral care and kids don't always mesh together in a happy way. In episode 3, I have my first interview with Dr. Ted Bennion. By the end of this episode you will get the scoop on how parents make a …

You are not responsible for your child's happiness...all of the time. Listen in to learn how to help your child grow through dealing with frustration, disappointment and anger.

In our inaugural episode, DJ shares a BIG secret! Are you ready for it? NO PARENT IS PERFECT! We can’t let society and cultural norms get in the way of really doing what is best for our own children. Trust …

Life is full of joy and parenting is no exception! Raising children is rewarding but can be hard work at times. The Imperfect Heroes Podcast is the creation of DJ Stutz, an Early Childhood Specialist with more than 20 years …