The Mind of a Child

By Leslie Dudley Corbell & Diane Doucet Matthews

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Episodes: 109

Sarina
 Jun 1, 2025
I have found immense encouragement, life-saving tips, and understanding into the mind of my daughter. Listening is like being wrapped in a blanket on a stormy night with a hot cup of tea in hand, surrounded by good friends and God's grace.

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The Mind of a Child is an early child development podcast that exists to encourage and equip parents to raise their kids to love God and love others. If you're looking for Biblical principles, practical parenting solutions, and science-backed research, our discussions are specifically tailored for you. Our hosts are Leslie Dudley Corbell and Diane Doucet Matthews, who each have a combined 50+ years of experience in the early child parenting space. The Mind of a Child is produced by Rockwell Productions (www.rockwell-productions.com).

Episode Date
Advent Reflections for Young Moms Feeling Overwhelmed this Christmas Season [Holiday Favorite]
Dec 01, 2025
Preparing Little Ones for Thanksgiving Gatherings: Family Member Introductions, Trying New Foods, and Unpredictable Bedtimes [Greatest Hits]
Nov 17, 2025
How to Build a Home Marked by Gratitude: Simple Morning Routines, Practical Daily Prayers, and the Surprising Health Benefits of Giving Thanks
Nov 03, 2025
7 Lies About Feelings that Keep Young Parents Stuck (And What the Bible Actually Says)
Oct 20, 2025
Motherhood Questions: Building Genuine Friendships, Identifying Mom Anger, and Battling Busyness & Overstimulation [Q+A]
Oct 06, 2025
Bringing Your New Baby Home: Preparing Older Siblings, Advice on Meal Trains & Visitors, and Navigating "Regression" with Grace
Sep 22, 2025
Setting Boundaries with In-Laws, Navigating Blended Families, & Parenting with an Unbelieving Spouse [Q+A]
Sep 08, 2025
Encouragement for New and Expectant Moms: Reality of Early Motherhood vs. Perceptions on Instagram
Aug 25, 2025
Crafting a Parenting Plan Infused with Peace, Purpose, and Flexibility [Greatest Hits]
Aug 11, 2025
Potty Training 101: How to Avoid Power Struggles, Practical First Steps, and Nighttime Preferences [Greatest Hits]
Jul 21, 2025
Reclaiming Summer: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Rest, Connection, and Unstructured Play [Garden Analogy]
Jul 07, 2025
Nurturing Lifelong Sibling Friendships: Acts of Service, Conflict Resolution, and Mealtime Questions [Greatest Hits]
Jun 23, 2025
Infant Sleep Training: Practical Strategies Rooted in Wisdom and Grace [Greatest Hits]
Jun 09, 2025
Replacing "Mom Anxiety" with God's Truth: Bible Verses, Journaling Prompts, and Encouragements
May 12, 2025
10 Rhythms for Busy Parents to Make 'Quiet Time' with the Lord Everyday
Apr 28, 2025
What "Train Up a Child" from Proverbs 22:6 Practically Looks Like in Everyday Parenting [5-Part Framework]
Apr 14, 2025
Research-backed Methods for Reading Readiness: Building Foundations for Lifelong Literacy and a Love of Reading
Mar 31, 2025
Teaching Kids Conflict Resolution and the Biblical Approach to Forgiveness
Mar 17, 2025
Toddler Hitting? Remaining in Your God-given Parental Authority [Part 2]
Mar 03, 2025
Toddler Hitting? Responding with Authority and Teaching Self-Control [Part 1]
Feb 17, 2025
Raising Healthy Eaters: The Do's & Don'ts of Family Mealtime
Feb 03, 2025
"How Do I Balance Not Overprotecting or Overexposing My Child?" [Q+A]
Jan 20, 2025
"My Child is Having a Tantrum and I'm Getting Anxious" [Q+A]
Jan 06, 2025
Preparing Your Home and Heart this Christmas for New Arrivals [Expectant Mothers]
Dec 16, 2024
Parenting with Hope, Joy, Peace, and Love this Advent Season
Dec 02, 2024
Balancing Creativity and Motherhood with Tabitha Paige [Segment]
Nov 25, 2024
Saying "Yes" to God's Vision for Your Family with Tabitha Paige
Nov 18, 2024
The Impact of Play on Your Child's Overall Development
Nov 04, 2024
Cherishing Your Child's Early Years with Sarah Autry and Stephanie Peters of Duncan and Stone Paper Co
Oct 21, 2024
Modeling a Life of Prayer for Your Child Using "The Lord's Prayer"
Oct 07, 2024
Remaining Calm During Your Child's Tantrums, Melt Downs, and Frustration Fits
Sep 23, 2024
Potty Training Basics and Tips for Avoiding Power Struggles with Your Toddler
Sep 09, 2024
Is Your Baby Hitting these Language Development Milestones? [Infant to 1 Year]
Aug 26, 2024
Praying for Your Child's Future Spouse
Aug 12, 2024
Incorporating Scripture Memory into Your Family's Daily Routine with Kim Vollendorf
Jul 29, 2024
Preparing Your Child for Swim Lessons and Pool Safety Tips for the Summer
Jul 15, 2024
Transitioning between Activities and Being Present with Your Child
Jul 01, 2024
Sleep Training Your Baby and Recommended "Bedtime Routine" Methods
Jun 17, 2024
Is Gentle Parenting Biblical?
Jun 03, 2024
Debunking Fitness Lies and Modeling a Healthy Lifestyle for Your Kids with Brooke Robinson Fit
May 20, 2024
Exploring Gentle Parenting: Does it Work?
May 06, 2024
Become the Calming Presence Your Child Needs
Apr 22, 2024
Developing a Parenting Plan and Effectively Communicating It to Your Children
Apr 08, 2024
Prioritizing Family Meal Time and Encouraging Healthy Eating
Mar 25, 2024
Good Thoughts: 'The Song of Your Backyard', Psalm 23, & 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud'
Mar 18, 2024
Identifying Your Parenting Triggers and Finding Healing From Them
Mar 11, 2024
"Should I Confront my Friend about their Harsh Parenting?" [Listener Question]
Mar 04, 2024
Encouraging Your Kids to Have Healthy Friendships [Listener Prompted]
Feb 26, 2024
Conflict Resolution for Verbal & non-Verbal Children
Feb 19, 2024
Good Thoughts: 'I Remember You', Psalm 139:1-6, & 'Memories Long Ago'
Feb 12, 2024
"How Much Input Should I Have in My Child's College / Career Choice?" [Listener Question]
Feb 05, 2024
"Should All My Children Be Disciplined the Same Way?" [Listener Question]
Jan 29, 2024
"What if my Spouse and I Disagree on How to Discipline?" [Listener Question]
Jan 22, 2024
Good Thoughts: 'Everyday & Always', 1 John 3:1-3, and 'To Any Reader'
Jan 15, 2024
Should Grandparents Discipline their Grandchildren? with Dr. Jennifer Lawson, EdD
Jan 08, 2024
"How do I nurture Sibling Friendships that last into Adulthood?" [Listener Question]
Jan 02, 2024
Good Thoughts: 'All This On A Morn', Luke 2:1-20, and 'Christmas Bells'
Dec 18, 2023
"My Child is Having a Temper Tantrum...What Should I Do?" [Listener Question]
Dec 11, 2023
Boundaries Part 4: 3-8 Year Olds
Dec 04, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Waiting & Planning for What?', Isaiah 9, and 'It Came Upon a Midnight Clear'
Nov 27, 2023
Building Family Traditions this Thanksgiving!
Nov 20, 2023
Boundaries Part 3: Infant-18 Month Olds
Nov 13, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'The Portrait of Autumn', Colossians 3:15-17, and 'My Shadow'
Nov 06, 2023
Talking About Current Events with Your Children
Oct 30, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'A Pumpkin Patch Morning', Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, and 'A Fall Song'
Oct 23, 2023
Boundaries Part 2: Character Development Starts Now
Oct 16, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Mommy's Song', 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, and 'Wynken, Blynken, & Nod'
Oct 09, 2023
Boundaries Part 1: Why Boundaries Are Essential for Healthy Development
Oct 02, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'I Like School', Dueteronomy 6:1-9, 20-21, and 'Sleepyhead'
Sep 25, 2023
Tips for Navigating Back-to-School Challenges [Back to School, Pt. 2]
Sep 18, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'The In Between Time', Matthew 28:18-20, and 'A Summer Morning'
Sep 11, 2023
Creating Order & Nurturing Confidence for the First Day of School [Back to School, Pt. 1]
Aug 28, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Two Orphaned Kittens', Psalm 8, and 'The Kitten at Play'
Aug 21, 2023
Bringing the Reggio Emilia Approach Into Your Home
Aug 14, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'To My Father', Hebrews 11:1-3, and 'Your Catfish Friend'
Aug 07, 2023
What Does High Quality Childcare Look Like? with Debbie Mays of Early Childhood Solutions
Jul 31, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Water', Mark 4:35-41, and 'The Fountain'
Jul 24, 2023
Consequences Part 4: Using Rewards & Punishments
Jul 17, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Adventure Awaits', Proverbs 3:1-6, and 'Summer in the South'
Jul 10, 2023
Consequences, Part 3: Teaching Your Child Problem Solving
Jun 26, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Our Big Backyard', The Story of Goliath, and 'Life is a Journey'
Jun 19, 2023
"How do I Help my Child with Moving Away from His Friends?" (Listener Question)
Jun 12, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'I Saw the Clouds', 1 John 1:1-4, and 'Clouds'
Jun 05, 2023
Consequences, Part 2: Timeout
May 29, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'My Clubhouse', John 14:1-7, and 'Old Mother Goose'
May 22, 2023
Screen Time and It's Impact on Child Brain Development
May 15, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Spring Beauties', James 1:17, and 'The Beautiful Spring'
May 08, 2023
Consequences, Part 1: Redefining the Word "Consequence"
May 01, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'My Backyard', Genesis 6-9, and 'Little Tommy Tittle Mouse'
Apr 24, 2023
Training Your Child to Make Healthy Choices
Apr 17, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Oh Tomorrow', Jeremiah 29:11-13, and 'Hope is the Thing with Feathers'
Apr 10, 2023
Responding to Your Child Saying "No!"
Apr 03, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'In the Dark', Genesis 1:2-5, and 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star'
Mar 27, 2023
Infusing Visual Aids into Your Child's Daily Routine
Mar 20, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'The Song of Your Backyard', Psalm 23, and 'I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud'
Mar 13, 2023
The 4 Parenting Styles and Their Impact on Children
Mar 06, 2023
Discipline vs. Relationship Based Discipline
Feb 27, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'Snowflakes', Hebrews, Revelation, and 'On Snow'
Feb 20, 2023
The Heart Behind Our 'Good Thoughts' Episodes
Feb 13, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'At Rest', Genesis 2:1-2, and 'Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening'
Feb 06, 2023
Practicing Serve and Return with Young Children
Jan 30, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'However Cold the Winter', Genesis, and Psalms
Jan 23, 2023
Developing and Using Your Assertive Voice As a Parent
Jan 16, 2023
Good Thoughts: 'January', John 1:1-18, and 'In the Bleak Midwinter'
Jan 09, 2023
Making Daily Resolutions with Your Child
Jan 02, 2023
Are Christmas Traditions Important for Child Development?
Dec 19, 2022
Uncovering the Message Behind Your Child's Behavior
Dec 05, 2022
The Brain of a Child [3-Part Brain Model]
Nov 21, 2022
Welcome to The Mind of a Child
Nov 21, 2022