Welcome back, Family Brand community! It’s just Melissa this week, and I’m excited to share some really impactful things we have coming up at Family Brand, as well as a recent experiment we tried with managing our teenagers' screen time.

In case you missed the exciting news, I want to let you know about all the resources we have to help strengthen your family available now!

• Take Back Your Family's Time Guide: This guide helps you assess and restructure how your family spends time to prioritize what truly matters. Check it out here!
• Family Brand Digital Academy: We're revamping our program to make it even more effective and efficient for busy families. Learn more about the program!
• Group Coaching: Starting August 11th, join our group coaching for personalized guidance through the Family Brand framework. Join the group program here!
• Couples Retreat in Hawaii: We have an upcoming retreat that provides a perfect blend of relaxation and actionable strategies to strengthen your partnership. Sign up for the retreat!

Now, about our screen time experiment—it’s been eye-opening! We decided to approach this by not just setting limits but involving our kids in the process, discussing each person's screen time, and making adjustments together. This approach has already sparked some positive changes and conversations within our family.

Curious to hear more about our approach to screen time and how you might apply it to your family life? Hit play now to get all the details!

And if this episode or any of the resources we talked about today resonate with you, don’t hesitate to reach out. We love hearing from you and are here to support you in building a stronger family brand!

LINKS:

All Links Family Brand!

• stan.store/familybrand
  

Links For This Episode:

• https://christophercartersmith.ac-page.com/couplesretreat
• https://stan.store/FamilyBrand/p/take-back-your-familys-time
• https://familybrand.com/program
• https://familybrand.com/group

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:36 - Welcome back! What’s inside today’s episode!
• 1:50 - New and Noteworthy: Melissa discusses upcoming Family Brand resources to help build a strong family.
• 3:30 - Take Back Your Family's Time Guide: Explanation of how this resource can help families manage their time better.
• 5:00 - Details on the Family Brand Digital Academy and the benefits of the group coaching program.
• 7:15 - Invitation to the upcoming couples retreat in Hawaii and what families can expect.
• 9:00 - Transition to screen time management: Melissa shares a personal anecdote about her teenagers' screen time.
• 11:00 - Discussion on strategies used in Melissa's family to manage and discuss screen time effectively.
• 13:30 - Benefits of involving teens in setting their screen time limits and the positive impacts observed.

Welcome back, Family Brand community! Melissa here, and I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you featuring my amazing guest, Monica Swanson. Monica is the incredible creator behind the "Monica Swanson Blog" and the "Monica Swanson Podcast." With her deep wisdom in homeschooling and intentional parenting, I'm so excited to introduce her to you. Whether you've thought about homeschooling or are currently navigating it, there's something in this episode for everyone.

In our chat, we delve into FAQs like balancing homeschooling with work, incorporating faith into education, and managing the social needs of homeschooled kids, plus so much more. We also cover practical tips for getting started, the benefits of homeschooling for family bonding, and how to handle the challenging days.

If you’re curious about the real-life ups and downs of homeschooling and looking for encouragement or just want to hear from someone who’s been in the trenches, this episode is for you. Monica shares not only her experiences but also her strategies for success, making this a must-listen for any parent considering this path.

Hit play now to hear the full episode and dive into our enriching discussion!

Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation packed with practical advice and heartfelt stories from a veteran homeschooling mom. Hit play to hear the full episode!

LINKS:

All Links Family Brand!

• stan.store/familybrand

Links For This Episode:

• Website: https://monicaswanson.com/becominghomeschoolers
• Get Your Copy Of The Book Now: https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Homeschoolers-Education-Strong-Family

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:00 - Introduction and welcome Monica Swanson.
• 2:50 - How Monica started her homeschooling journey.
• 7:45 - Discussing the integration of faith and education.
• 12:30 - Addressing socialization for homeschooled children.
• 18:00 - Tips for parents new to homeschooling.
• 23:30 - Monica's insights on the rewards and challenges of homeschooling.
• 29:15 - Final thoughts and advice for intentional parenting.
  

Hey Family Brand community! Chris and Melissa here, and we're excited to share something we’ve been reflecting on since our amazing 4th of July weekend. This week, we dive into the "cool aunt and uncle effect," where we noticed our kids absorbing wisdom from adults other than us--maybe even more effectively!

It's about recognizing that sometimes, the best lessons aren't taught by us but by the cool people we choose to surround our kids with. During our time in Utah with the Alexander family, we saw firsthand how other adults could positively impact our children. Their approach to interacting with our kids wasn't just welcoming; it was genuinely impactful, shaping conversations that mattered.

Want to hear more about our experiences and insights on this topic? Hit play now to join the conversation!

If this episode inspires you, or if you’ve experienced something similar, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re eager to hear how you navigate parenting and the influential people you bring into your children's lives.

Join us as we explore how meaningful interactions with trusted adults can enrich our children's lives and offer new perspectives. Let’s make every interaction count!

PS: Don’t forget! Join us live or catch the recording!

Register to attend or Get the Replay of Virtual Date Night On July 12th at 6p Pacific. CLICK HERE

LINKS:

All Links Family Brand!

• stan.store/familybrand

Links For This Episode: https://christophercartersmith.activehosted.com/f/15

Episode Minute By Minute:

• 0:00 - Welcome and the importance of influential figures in your kids' lives.
• 2:15 - The cool aunt and uncle effect and how it played out with the Alexanders.
• 8:00 - Observations from our stay in Utah and how it affected our parenting views.
• 12:30 - Reflecting on the importance of who your children spend time with.
• 18:00 - Practical tips for integrating this approach into your family life.