Being Rich in What Matters w/ Julia Ubbenga
Mar 11 • 38:46
Being Rich in What Matters w/ Julia Ubbenga
Episode:

Being Rich in What Matters w/ Julia Ubbenga

March 11, 2025 • 38:46 • Dr Kelly Cagle

Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Julia Ubbenga for a powerful conversation on the journey to minimalismespecially as a mom. Julia opens up about her battle with clutter, its impact on her mental health, and how embracing simplicity transformed her life. Tune in for practical insights and inspiration to create a calmer, more intentional home!

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

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Podcast:

Parenting IQ

With Dr Kelly Cagle
Along with experts from various fields, Dr. Cagle empowers and equips parents during their child’s academic years. Conversations ranging from establishing good study habits to abortion, to theoretical approaches in academic settings, to ideal snack and lunch options… if it’s a possibility to individuals parenting their kids ages birth-higher education, we’ll talk about it.
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To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com 

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/parenting-iq-family-rhythms-neurodivergence-and-parenting-challe/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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Parenting Adult Children w/ Catherine Hickem

In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle sits down with Catherine Hickem to explore what it really takes to build strong, lasting relationships with adult children. They discuss how to evolve as your children grow, process grief and expectations, set healthy boundaries, and respond instead of react. If you want your kids to keep coming homephysically and emotionallythis conversation will give you practical wisdom and hope.

To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com 

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/parenting-iq-family-rhythms-neurodivergence-and-parenting-challe/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Feb 17 • 35:11
When Prayer Feels Hard w/ Shellie Rushing Tomlinson

Dr. Kelly Cagle is joined by Shellie Rushing Tomlinson to talk honestly about why prayer can feel hardeven for women who deeply love Jesus. Together they unpack practical ways to overcome distraction, comparison, and guilt while building a genuine relationship with God. This episode offers encouragement and simple habits to help you linger longer in Gods presence and rediscover the joy of prayer.

To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com 

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/parenting-iq-family-rhythms-neurodivergence-and-parenting-challe/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Feb 10 • 34:36
Letting Go Without Losing Them w/ Courtney DeFeo

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To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com 

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/parenting-iq-family-rhythms-neurodivergence-and-parenting-challe/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Feb 3 • 33:42
Reclaiming Family Connection in the Busyness of Life w/ Josh Cagle

In this episode of the Parenting IQ Podcast, Dr. Kelly Cagle is joined by her husband Josh Cagle to explore what it takes to build strong family connections in the middle of work, parenting, and packed schedules. Together, they unpack the power of creating healthy home rhythms, transitioning between work and family life, redefining the role of stay-at-home parents, and why slowing down might be the key to deeper relationships. Whether you're juggling business and motherhood or just trying to stay connected with your kids, this episode offers honest insight and practical encouragement.

To learn more visit www.drkellycagle.com 

The Parenting IQ Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual resources to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit www.christianparenting.org 

Support this podcast at https://redcircle.com/parenting-iq-family-rhythms-neurodivergence-and-parenting-challe/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
About the Host

Dr Kelly Cagle

Dr. Kelly Cagle teaches parents to raise lifelong learners and use daily moments as learning opportunities. With a PhD in education, she is a motherhood coach and the host of the Parenting IQ podcast, where she equips parents during their child’s academic years by combining educational research and everyday life. Her research has been published in the Journal of Research on Christian Education, Christian Educators Journal, and Focus on the Family. Dr. Cagle’s latest work is a children’s Bible study, God’s Promises as Waves, a devotional to help kids grow in self-awareness and fight anxious thoughts through God’s Truth. When not recording, writing, or teaching, you can find her with a cup of coffee, enjoying the outdoors, or cheering on her sons at their sporting events. Dr. Cagle lives in Arlington, Texas with her husband, Josh, and their three sons Levi, Titus, and Micah. Follow her work @drkellycagle, @parentingiqpodcast, (Apple & Spotify), and drkellycagle.com.

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