by Cassie | Mar 12, 2019 | Fledge, Parenting, Podcast Episodes
“Loving your kids through authentic relationship is the greatest way to open their hearts to Christ.” Brenda Yoder, Fledge: Launching Your Kids Without Losing Your Mind. Even though parents don’t intend to, we send our kids an early message that...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Feb 27, 2019 | Fledge, For Women, Parenting
I fell into bed at night, feeling like my head was pinned against a wall and there was no way out. The next day would be the same—up at 5:30 am, get the baby sitter, get the kids to school, teach high schoolers, rush to a volleyball game, help kids with homework, get...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Feb 14, 2019 | Parenting
Valentine’s Day can be hard for teens. While some teens get flowers and gifts delivered to them in school, Valentine’s Day sends mixed messages to non-dating teens. Even dating teens can be in unhealthy or toxic relationships. This holiday provides good...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Aug 1, 2018 | Fledge, Parenting
School is starting! Every year August marks the end of summer and beginning of another school year for kids, parents, grandparents, churches, and everyone who’s invested in a child. I’m sharing some important resources I’ve put together over the...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Jun 25, 2018 | Fledge, Parenting
My family and I recently returned from a mission trip in Monterrey, Mexico, where our daughter, Jenna, is a full time missionary. She went on a mission trip her junior year in high school and spent Christmas Day at an orphanage in Mexico. When I read her senior...