5–Minute Parenting: Tips to Help You Raise Competent, Godly Kids.
Welcome to the 5-Minute Parenting podcast! I'm Sandra Kay Chambers, the founder and host of this podcast. I'm a wife, mother, grandmother and former teacher, journalist, and an award-winning children's author. My Fingerprint Devotions: 40 Devotions That Help You Realize You Are a Kid Uniquely Created by God for a Purpose (ages 8-12), helps kids realize they are unique, just like their fingerprints, and have a God-given purpose in their life. I'm also the author of a picture book, Maisie Discovers Her Fingerprint (ages 3-8), and an adult book, Lord, It’s Boring in My Prayer Closet: How to Revitalize Your Prayer Life,
Hello, I’m Karen Ferguson, your new podcast host beginning February 2025! I’m a wife, mom, grandmom and author of the Questions for Kids picture book series. I have a background in K-8 education and a passion for equipping parents to raise competent, God confident kids.
In this podcast, we cover parenting practices from both a practical view and a biblical view that will benefit your child’s physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual growth. Our goal is to help you raise kids with a positive, godly self image so they can become all they were created to be. I know you’re busy so we’ll keep it short, let’s take just five minutes and dive in!
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Episodes
159 episodes
Modern Mental Health Challenges for Parents and What to do About it w/LPC Amber Batemen
Today, on 5-Minute Parenting, host Karen Ferguson talks with fellow Ambassador International author, Amber Bateman, who shares about modern dangers to mental health as it relates to parenting, taken from her book, Save Yourself Some Therapy...
Daily Grace for Moms of Littles w/Alexandra Jensen
Join Karen Ferguson and special guest, author Alexandra Jensen, for an encouraging word and resource for moms. Daily Grace for Moms of Littles is Alexandra's fourth book, and one this podcast host highly recommends!
Overcoming Bedtime Battles through the Ages & Stages w/Valerie Ellis
Does your child's bedtime routine feel like a battle of the wills? Are you looking for ways to make bedtime easier for your kids (and you)? Join 5-Minute Parenting as special guest, Valerie Ellis, shares some of her tried and true t...
Their Future is Shining Bright: A Guide to Homeschooling in High School w/ Rachel Kovac
On today's 5-Minute Parenting podcast, Host Karen Ferguson welcomes and interviews author Rachel Kovac about her new book, Their Future is Shining Bright: a Guide to Homeschooling in High School. Rachel brings a fresh and mu...
Screen-Free Vocabulary Building Games Kids Enjoy w/ Teresa Argenbright
Host Karen Ferguson welcomes special guest, Teresa Argenbright to share "Vocabulary building games you can enjoy on the go - screen free!"Teresa is a children’s book author with a lifelong love of language, rhythm, and storytelling. ...
What is Dyslexia and can it be Cured? w/special guest Tammy Kennington
Welcome back to 5-Minute Parenting: Tips to Help you Raise Competent, and God-Confident Kids! Today’s guest is Tammy Kennington - author, podcaster, and preschool director turned reading specialist, and she is here to talk about Dys...
Parenting through the Seasons: Trusting God through every Stage w/ Cara Ray
Join Host Karen Ferguson and special guest Cara Ray on the topic of Parenting through the Seasons: Trusting God through every Stage. In this episode, Cara walks us through 4 distinct seasons of parenting and connects them to ...
What Should Christian Parents Do About the Easter Bunny? w/ VALERIE FENTRESS
Check out this new 5-Minute Parenting episode with award-winning author Valerie Fentress, just in time for Easter! ✝️ Many Christian parents wonder what they should do with the Easter Bunny and don’t want this commercial symbol to distract from...
Tips for Raising Strong Boys with Family Ministry Leader and Award-Winning Author, Christie Thomas
This episode is for all the boy moms out there! Award-winning author and family ministry leader, Christie Thomas, joins 5-Minute Parenting to share quick and simple tips for raising strong boys, providing answers to the following qu...
4 Ways to Cultivate Missional Prayer in Children w/ Special Guest Jenny Marcelene
Host Karen Ferguson welcomes author, Jenny Marcelene, to 5-Minute Parenting to share her debut book The Dreamer. Jenny's heart is for unreached people, and this first book in her Christian-themed global adventure series for child...
Exciting Updates with Award-Winning Author, Sandra Kay Chambers (and former host of 5-Minute Parenting)
Karen Ferguson welcomes back Sandra Kay Chambers, the founder and original host of 5-Minute Parenting! In this episode, Sandra shares exciting life updates and a teaser for a new book that's coming soon! Sandra has had some importan...
Interview with Happy Easter, Risen King! Author Laura Sassi
5-Minute Parenting host Karen Ferguson loves sharing good books for families and on today's episode she is recommending a great one for children! Join Karen and special guest, author Laura Sassi, who has a new Easter book available,...
The Family Conflict Blueprint: a Transformative Approach to Building Stronger, Biblical Families w/ Bill High
Join Host of 5-Minute Parenting, Karen Ferguson, and special guest Bill High, founder of Legacy Stone, as they talk on the topics of family legacy and The Family Conflict Blueprint, a transformative curriculum for building stronger, bi...
Practical Ways to Help Kids Fall in Love with Reading
Do you have a relunctant reader in your home? Join 5-Minute Parenting Host, Karen Ferguson, for practical ways to help your children fall in love with reading! It's true that some kids are more prone to enjoy reading than others, bu...
The P.A.T.H. Method of Prayer and 5 Simple Ways to Memorize Scripture w/ Kimberley Payne
We welcome Kimberley Payne back to 5-Minute Parenting to provide tips for spiritual health and growth using the P.A.T.H. method of praying + 5 simple (and fun!) ways to memorize Scritpure. Parents and grandparents will find these to...
The Power of a Good Story to Improve Literacy w/Author JOYCE MCCULLOUGH
Welcome back to 5-Minute Parenting! Today I have the pleasure of interviewing a good friend and children’s author, Joyce McCullough. Joyce is a children’s book author, retired high school English teacher, Sunday School teacher, and avid reader....
Warfare Parenting: A Daily Battle Plan for your Child w/Laine Lawson Craft
Today on 5-Minute Parenting we welcome parenting expert, award-winning author, and battle-tested warrior Laine Lawson Craft to discuss her groundbreaking work "Warfare Parenting." Laine reaches parents worldwide through her books, m...
Equipping Fathers to Purposefully Parent w/ Jeff Hamilton, Founder of Dad Academy
5-Minute Parenting welcomes a Dad to the show today! Jeff Hamilton is a pastor, coach, and the founder of Dad Academy, a 7-session innovative workshop that aims to help men build a personalized 'Dad Plan' rooted in biblical values. ...
The Grandparenting Journey w/ Special Guest Melissa Henderson
Award-winning author, Melissa Henderson, is back on the show with a special message for grandparents: biological, adopted, or designated neighborhood grandparent...YOU are needed! Melissa shares her heartwarming experiences as she e...
Health and Fitness w/a Twist with Little Ones w/special guest Kimberley Payne
In this episode, host Karen Ferguson welcomes special guest Kimberley Payne to talk about simple ways to incorporate fitness into busy family schedules. Regular exercise is one of the biggest parts of a healthy life, but it can be a...
Music Matters: Holiday Edition w/ Host Karen Ferguson
Whether you’re celebrating with family and friends today, or enjoying a quiet day at home, take just five minutes to listen in as host Karen Ferguson shares the power of music to our physical, emotional, and spiritual health and includes some o...
Holiday Traditions to Make Your Christmas Merry & Bright w/ Host Karen Ferguson
Join Host Karen Ferguson on 5-Minute Parenting talking on the topic of holiday traditions. Christmas may be next week, but it's not too late to try something new this year to spice up your holidays! Karen shares 14 tried and true family traditi...
Juggling it all: Time Management for Busy Parents (and People!) with Lynsey Martin
Parents are pulled in so many different directions! Sometimes it can be diffcult to juggle it all. Today on 5-Minute Parenting special guest, Lynsey Martin, is on the show to share simple tips for managing time better. Lynsey is a ...
Tips for Navigating the Holiday Break Well w/ Ashley Wall, Founder of Mama Bear Books
Join special guest Ashley Wall on 5-Minute Parenting for simple ways to keep your kids engaged during the holiday break. This season is known for its hectic pace, and kids seem to have extra high energy levels, too! Ashley brings he...
One Simple Technique to Live a Life of Gratitude w/Host Karen Ferguson
The phrase "Attitude of gratitude" may seem overused, but there is no doubt it's essential to living a positive, healthy life - and it's Biblical! Join 5-Minute Parenting Host, Karen Ferguson, as she shares from her personal experie...