Ep 07 | Stages of Parenting (with Ryan Wood)

In this episode of the Made for More Podcast, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope are joined by Ryan Wood, Superintendent of Immanuel Schools, to discuss the different stages of parenting and the importance of adapting parenting styles as children grow. They explore the value of allowing children to experience failure as a learning opportunity, the ethos of Christian parenting, and the impact of being engaged in a church community. Ryan shares incredible wisdom from his own experiences as a parent that is sure to bless and encourage you—no matter what stage of parenting you are in.

Ryan’s Points:

1. Talk at the dinner table.

2. Do not overcommit your time outside of the home.

3. Make church involvement a priority.

4. Focus on modeling healthy relationships to your kids.

5. Wherever you are, have conversations.

6. You have to slow down- live a slower pace of life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Parenting Stages

03:17 Navigating the Stages of Parenting

11:10 The Importance of Allowing Failure

15:46 The Purpose of Christian Parenting

19:26 Involvement in Church and Community

22:11 Supporting Each Other as Parents

28:25 Final Thoughts on Parenting