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The Family of One Child
Where faith, family, and fun come together! I'm a wife, part-time working mum, and full-time believer in making the most of every joyful (and sometimes busy) moment. Join me as I share the highs, lows, and laugh-out-loud moments of raising an only child. Together, I'll explore relatable stories, heartwarming lessons, and real-life parenting humor—all while celebrating the beauty of small families. If you're looking for love, laughter, and faith-filled parenting tips, you're in the right place! Tune in and let’s enjoy this adventure together!
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Episodes
68 episodes
What If Homework Is Really About The Heart
Homework can show up at the worst possible time, right when everyone is tired and you can finally see bedtime. I’m Ruth, and I’m letting you into what homework really looks like in our only-child home: the after-school car check-in, the moments...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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21:05
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When Play Changes: Midlife Motherhood With An Only Child
We face the honest sting of “You’re always tired” and unpack what it means to parent an only child while entering midlife. We trade guilt for grace and share how play can shift without losing love or connection.• turning 50 as a lens on...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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24:52
Raising An Only Child At 50
Ever sit in a room where everyone’s milestones feel a mile ahead of yours? That’s where our story opens: friends swapping grandbaby cuddles and wedding plans while we’re checking a third-grade backpack and learning the newest dance challenge wi...
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24:26
Claiming The Role Model Spot
This is Episode 3 of Season 4, and it begins with a moment I didn’t expect. A single comment from my husband at a celebrity meet-and-greet lit a fuse in my heart: Who gets to inspire our kids first? What started as a simple family outing opened...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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23:28
Raising an Only Child: How We Build Their Village Without Siblings
In this episode of The Family of One, we’re talking about something every “one and done” parent eventually bumps into: how do you build a community for your only child when some people assume siblings automatically fill that role?We get int...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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28:41
Breaking the Ice: A Gentle Start to the Period Conversation
I talk about the moment I realized my daughter was growing up and how her curiosity about feminine products nudged me toward preparing for the period conversation. I share stories from my own childhood, the experience of raising an only child, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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21:19
Are Only Children Really Spoiled?
In this episode of The Family of One Child, I take a real look at a question some parents of only children hear: “Are only children spoiled?” I break down the myth using comments from moms raising an only child, along with my own experiences ra...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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20:54
Perimenopause and Parenting Exhaustion
Welcome back to The Family of One Child. In this episode, I dive into the reality of some midlife moms may face: the overlap of perimenopause and parenting exhaustion.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why am I so tired all the time? Is it jus...
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Episode 30
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23:13
The Heart of Parenting One
Welcome back to The Family of One Child. Today I’m talking about the heart of parenting one, with love, with strength, and with honesty about the worries that come with it.If you’ve ever wondered whether your child will feel alone later in ...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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22:52
One and Done Parenting: My Story & Moms’ Perspectives
In this episode of The Family of One Child, I share our personal journey of choosing to be “one and done.” I also read comments from other moms, some that resonate with me, and others that offer a different lens. Together, I explore th...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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36:24
I Thought She’d Always Hold My Hand
I knew this moment would come, but I didn’t expect it last week.I asked my 8-year-old daughter to hold my hand as we headed into the shops, just the two of us. She replied, “No thanks, I’m not a baby.”It was honest. It was true.
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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28:29
She Found My Hoodies, And I Found a Moment I Didn’t Expect
In this episode of The Family of One, I talk about something I didn’t think I’d experience at this stage of parenting: my 8-year-old daughter finding two of my comfiest hoodies and wearing them like they were made for her.I’m 49 years young...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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21:28
One Mom, 17 Hours of travel, and a Whole Lot of Nerves
Bula! After a three-week break, I’m back—and in this episode of The Family of One, I share what it was like to travel to Fiji by myself, without my family.I was nervous. Really nervous. Just the traveling part, navigating airports, a...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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26:29
Chores with a Purpose
In this episode of The Family of One, I share how we’re using chores to build purpose and financial awareness at home.Instead of saying yes to every toy or makeup request, I’ve been learning to say “no” (or “not right now”), and helping my ...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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34:00
Mom at 49: Laughing and Crying Through the Journey
In Episode 23 of The Family of One, I share what it’s like being a mom at 49, from the funny moments (like forgetting I wasn’t 32 at work!) to the honest reflections of where I’m at in this season.It’s a lighthearted look at mot...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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29:45
Two Parenting Questions Every Mom Googles: Sharing & Screen Time
In this heartfelt episode of The Family of One, I’m joined by my fabulous sister Maureen, my go-to for parenting wisdom and real-life perspective. Together, we unpack two of the most searched questions parents ask:1 How do I...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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36:45
Sitter Tips, Barn Days & Staying Connected
In Episode 21 of The Family of One, I share how our summer break went, from finding a sitter through Care.com last year to what we did differently this summer.I talk about Olivia’s time at the barn, how her watch helped us stay connected...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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27:02
Top Googled Parenting Questions, Answered by a Mom of One (with Guest!)
In Episode 20 of The Family of One, I dive into some of the top parenting questions people search online, and answer them from my perspective as a mom of an only child.From “How do I get my child to sleep through the night?” to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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33:04
Growing Together: My Daughter’s Friendship Journey
In Episode 20, I talk about supporting my 8-year-old as she learns to build different friendships, and how I’m learning too. Navigating childhood connections isn’t always easy, but being present through the highs and lows makes all the differen...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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28:28
From Baby to Big Kid: Milestones That Make You Smile
Dive into episode 19 of The Family of One Podcast for a heartwarming journey through the milestones of my 8-year-old daughter's growth! From her first Sunday school nursery visits to meet new friends, her exciting preschool debut, to her triump...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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28:29
Stuck in Helper Mode
As a mom of an only child, I’ve often found myself doing things for my 8-year-old daughter that she’s fully capable of doing on her own, like making lunch, getting dressed, or putting away her clothes. In this episode of The Family of One C...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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26:33
Field Trips & Flavor: How a Simple Template Sparked Big Joy
In this episode of The Family of One, I'm taking you along on three tasty field trip adventures: a pizza place, an ice cream stop, and a pretzel shop. How my Jumpstart Field Trip Template helped turn them into memory-making mome...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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24:58
Terrific Twos: Unpacking Patience with My Toddler
Dive into episode 16 of The Family of One Podcast! I share how I reframed the "terrible twos" as the "terrific twos," discovering patience within myself during my child's toddler tantrums. With my sister’s support and encouragement, I found a b...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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30:03
From Tears to Triumph: Mastering Help as a New Mom
Join me on a heartfelt journey back to my baby days with my daughter! Discover how early tears from ear infections and teething taught me the power of asking for help, whether through encouraging words from my sister and mother-in-law or hugs a...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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30:07
Field Trip Flashbacks: Worms, Wheels, and Planning Tips!
Hey, friends! On The Family of One Podcast, I’m reminiscing about the wild and joyful field trips I organized with my Little Local Adventure group to—a worm farm, car dealership, and motorcycle shop! From tiny hands touching squirmy wo...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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30:22