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In their weekly podcast, Heather and Kristina dive into the “tricky terrain” of raising children and growing up in today’s world. With a blend of professional insight and personal stories, they offer practical tips, heartfelt advice, and plenty of humor. Whether you're a parent or caregiver, their discussions are designed to help you find joy and connection in the parenting journey. Tune in for a warm, engaging, and supportive resource for navigating the ups and downs of raising kids.
Heather Bouwman and Kristina Boersma are Clinical Social Workers and Support Service Directors for ODC Early Childhood Network, a division of ODC Network, in Holland, Michigan. For years, their parenting classes and unique curriculum have been a beloved offering to the parents at ODC Network’s innovative nature-based preschools. The ODC Network has made this podcast possible so that others can share in this offering and have access to discussions based on Heather and Kristina’s approach.
ODC Network is a non-profit organization that strives to advance outdoor education and conservation in West Michigan. Since 2000, ODC Network has served over one million people through hands-on, outdoor learning experiences and has conserved thousands of acres of habitat through restoration and preservation projects. ODC Network’s vision is building a better community by connecting people, land and nature. To learn more and get involved go to: www.ODCNetwork.org
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Our Kids & Tech: Reclaiming Attention & Real-World Joy - A Conversation with Catherine Price
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Finding Our Joy
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Apr 28, 2025 |
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Parental Self-Care
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Apr 21, 2025 |
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Family vs. Child-Centered Home
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Apr 14, 2025 |
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More About Sleep
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Apr 07, 2025 |
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Conflict - An Opportunity To Teach
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Mar 31, 2025 |
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Anxiety In Children, Part 2 of 2
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Mar 24, 2025 |
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Anxiety In Children, Part 1 of 2
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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Parental Perfectionism
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Questions For Connection
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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14 Things All Kids Need, Part 2 of 2
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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14 Things All Kids Need, Part 1 of 2
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Body Safety
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Feb 10, 2025 |
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Teaching & Modeling Consent
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Feb 03, 2025 |
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Grandparents
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Jan 27, 2025 |
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Mindfulness of Schedules
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Jan 20, 2025 |
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Sleep And Bedtime Routines
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Jan 13, 2025 |
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Building Resilience In Our Kids
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Jan 06, 2025 |
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A Few Simple Strategies
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Dec 30, 2024 |
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Beginnings And Endings
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Discipline Series, Part 3 of 3
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Dec 16, 2024 |
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Discipline Series, Part 2 of 3
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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Discipline Series, Part 1 of 3
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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BONUS EPISODE: Gratitude Is A Parenting Tool
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Boundaries and Expectations, Part 2 of 2
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Boundaries and Expectations, Part 1 of 2
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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Being The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 2 of 2
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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Being The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 1 of 2
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Nov 04, 2024 |
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Temperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 2 of 2
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Oct 28, 2024 |
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Temperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 1 of 2
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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The Parenting Journey, Part 2 of 2
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Oct 14, 2024 |
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The Parenting Journey, Part 1 of 2
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Oct 04, 2024 |