Gear Up! Adventures In Parenthood

By The ODC Network, Heather Bouwman, and Kristina Boersma

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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




Episode Date
Our Kids & Tech: Reclaiming Attention & Real-World Joy - A Conversation with Catherine Price
Feb 10, 2026
Finding Our Joy
Apr 28, 2025
Parental Self-Care
Apr 21, 2025
Family vs. Child-Centered Home
Apr 14, 2025
More About Sleep
Apr 07, 2025
Conflict - An Opportunity To Teach
Mar 31, 2025
Anxiety In Children, Part 2 of 2
Mar 24, 2025
Anxiety In Children, Part 1 of 2
Mar 17, 2025
Parental Perfectionism
Mar 10, 2025
Questions For Connection
Mar 03, 2025
14 Things All Kids Need, Part 2 of 2
Feb 25, 2025
14 Things All Kids Need, Part 1 of 2
Feb 17, 2025
Body Safety
Feb 10, 2025
Teaching & Modeling Consent
Feb 03, 2025
Grandparents
Jan 27, 2025
Mindfulness of Schedules
Jan 20, 2025
Sleep And Bedtime Routines
Jan 13, 2025
Building Resilience In Our Kids
Jan 06, 2025
A Few Simple Strategies
Dec 30, 2024
Beginnings And Endings
Dec 23, 2024
Discipline Series, Part 3 of 3
Dec 16, 2024
Discipline Series, Part 2 of 3
Dec 09, 2024
Discipline Series, Part 1 of 3
Dec 02, 2024
BONUS EPISODE: Gratitude Is A Parenting Tool
Nov 25, 2024
Boundaries and Expectations, Part 2 of 2
Nov 25, 2024
Boundaries and Expectations, Part 1 of 2
Nov 18, 2024
Being The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 2 of 2
Nov 11, 2024
Being The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 1 of 2
Nov 04, 2024
Temperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 2 of 2
Oct 28, 2024
Temperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 1 of 2
Oct 21, 2024
The Parenting Journey, Part 2 of 2
Oct 14, 2024
The Parenting Journey, Part 1 of 2
Oct 04, 2024