Parenting to Impress

About Parenting to Impress

🎙️ (https://emojipedia.org/studio-microphone) Parenting to Impress, your go-to podcast to learn practical ways to love God and love others, and impress this on the hearts of your children. Heidi Franz, the creator of ABCJesusLovesMe, is joined by her dear friend Melanie Simpson. Two moms who have made a lot of mistakes but have found grace and truth along the way. 🧒 (https://yaytext.com/emoji/child/) Join Heidi and Melanie as they dive into the world of parenting, sharing their insights, stories, and wisdom gained from their own journeys. From navigating the challenges of raising children in a modern world to finding creative ways to instill faith and values in your family, this podcast is your source of biblical and practical advice. 📖 (https://yaytext.com/emoji/child/) Each episode will explore different aspects of parenting, faith, and relationships, with guest interviews, expert insights, and real-life anecdotes. Whether you're a seasoned parent or just starting your journey, Parenting to Impress is here to support you in creating a loving and godly home. 🎧 (https://emojipedia.org/headphone) Tune in to Parenting to Impress and embark on a journey of growth, love, and faith as you seek to "impress" the values that matter most on the hearts of your children. Subscribe now and never miss an episode!

Publisher

Heidi Franz @ ABCJesusLovesMe

Category

education · kids & family · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Dec 2021

Latest episode

11 May 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 81 episodes have a transcript.

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   11 May 2026

   Raising Courageous Kids

   How do we raise kids who are confident enough to speak up, stand strong under peer pressure, and lead with courage? In this episode, we’re diving into practical, everyday ways to help children build confidence—whether they’re ordering at a restaurant, asking a librarian for help, or learning when to say “no.” If you’ve ever worried that your child is too shy, struggles to speak to unfamiliar people, or tends to follow the crowd, this conversation will encourage you. We’re sharing simple ways ...

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   22 Apr 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Celebrating a Child’s Salvation Birthday

   Looking for meaningful ways to celebrate your child’s salvation birthday? In this encouraging, mom-to-mom conversation, Heidi and Melanie share simple, Christ-centered ideas to help your family remember and honor the day your child chose to follow Jesus. You’ll learn why celebrating salvation is biblical, how to keep the focus on God (not the party or child), and practical ways to create lasting memories—like sharing their salvation story, praying over them, and recognizing spiritual growth....

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   11 Apr 2026

   Letting Go of Fear in Parenting

   If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to control your child’s choices, protect their future, or guarantee their faith—this episode is for you. Heidi and Melanie have an honest, grace-filled conversation about fear-based parenting, the illusion of control, and what it really looks like to trust God with your children. You’ll walk away encouraged, reminded of your true role as a parent, and equipped to release fear and embrace faith. Helpful Links from this Episode: Calling Sin a SinLife Upd...

Inside a recent episode

Celebrating a Child’s Salvation Birthday

Published 22 Apr 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And a lot of times it was a little sticker, something for us to remember that charge that she gave us for that year. I love this question because of the memories that it brings. But before we go any deeper into it, let's back up just a little bit. Melanie, why celebrate salvation? You know, we celebrate birthdays, we celebrate holidays, but is that even biblical? What are your thoughts about I would say that should be something that we should be celebrating above all the other things. And what I mean by that is like birthdays and anniversaries and stuff, because that is the day that changes your life. […]

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

456,650

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

32 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

17 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 84 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

80

Social presence

94

YouTube

86

Engagement

85

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