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Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs

Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!
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Mar 14, 2023

Today Karen shares 3 destructive patterns in the life of a perfectionist. She and Emily chat about the burden a parent carries when they pursue perfection, and Karen offers tangible, practical things that we can each do this week to switch our focus from perfection to doing our best.

Mentioned on this episode:

Get Karen’s book: Survival Guide to Motherhood

Wire Talk is on YouTube. Subscribe today to help us reach more moms!

Don’t know your color? Take the quiz

WT episode: Looking At Life Through the Lens of a BLUE Mom

Gift a New Mom’s Box for an expecting mom in your world!

Mar 7, 2023

To say moms are busy these days is an understatement. Most of us keep a pace that just isn’t sustainable. It’s non-stop from the minute your alarm goes off until your head hits the pillow at night. So today Karen and Emily are talking about how to set the pace for your family. Karen shares two specific problems she sees happening in families because of busyness and as always, we’ll wrap up with tangible, PRACTICAL things you can do this week to set a better pace for your family.

Mentioned on this episode:

Get Survival Guide to Motherhood HERE

Join us on Patreon for just $5

Wire Talk is now on YouTube. Subscribe and watch full episodes starting in March.

Bring Karen to speak at your church, it's easier than you think! 

Feb 28, 2023

When our kids are young, we have to do everything for them. But as they grow up, some moms get stuck continuing to do for their kids what they can and ought to do for themselves. Today Karen encourages us all to take a step back so our kids can step up, and suggests appropriate tasks for our kids to “own,” whether they are 6 or 16. Don’t miss the connection between kids who take ownership and confident kids!

Mentioned on this episode:

Grab Survival Guide to Motherhood

Interested in having Karen come to your community? Reach out.

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Feb 23, 2023

Surprise! We're bringing you an extra episode this week!

Did you know BOAW has a monthly podcast available exclusively on Patreon? Well, we do! Real Life, Real Mom subscribers get an extra dose of Karen each month. Listen in today as Karen's oldest daughter, Kelsey, opens up about her family, her faith, and her walk with God. (Psst - you might want to grab a tissue before listening!)

Become a member of our Patreon community today and get a brand new Real Life, Real Moms conversation in your podcast feed next week. 

Feb 21, 2023

Your child was uniquely formed by God before he or she took their first breath. When we approach a child with their uniqueness in mind, we can parent more effectively. Join Karen and Emily as they discuss temperaments and love languages and show us how we can use these lenses to study our child and parent them in wisdom. 

Mentioned on this episode:

Survival Guide to Motherhood by Karen Stubbs 

Personality Plus for Parents by Florence Littauer

Birth Order book by Kevin Lehmen

The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

Colors Quiz

Additional Personality Resources

Feb 14, 2023

Discipline might just be the most critical survival skill a mom can have! Whether you have toddlers or teens in the home, this episode gives practical steps you can take to focus on discipline this week. Listen for Karen's 3 stages of discipline and learn what each stage requires from parents. This is a great episode for dads to tune in to as well! 

Get the book! Survival Guide to Motherhood 

Deep dive into discipline with more episodes:

WT 154: Laying the Foundation

WT 155: The Middle Years

WT 156: Adolescence & Beyond

Find blog posts, more Wire Talk episodes and Karen's upcoming speaking events at birdsonawiremoms.com

Feb 7, 2023

Our family began with our marriage, and hopefully our marriage will be there long after the kids move out! Today we’re digging into the next chapter of Karen’s new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood - How to Stay Connected To Your Spouse. Listen in for Karen’s marital wisdom on respect, expectations, sex, and the idea of “choosing love.”

Mentioned on this episode:

Past episodes on sex + motherhood: WT 131 with Dr. Mike Sytsma, WT 165 with Juli Slattery

Get the book! Survival Guide to Motherhood 

Invite Karen to speak to the moms in your community!

How the heck do I leave a WT review? (scroll all the way to the bottom of the page)

Jan 31, 2023

We sacrifice all the time as a mom, and if we’re not careful, we can lose ourselves in the process. This week we’re discussing the next chapter of Survival Guide to Motherhood- Know How To Keep Your Sanity.

Karen reminds us of the importance of paying attention to our health and gives practical tips for keeping healthy in 4 different aspects of life, which will in turn, keep us from losing our minds as we raise our child!

Mentioned on this episode:

Chapter 1 of SGTM: Know How To Get Through the Day

Chapter 2 of SGTM: Know How To Take Charge of Your Home

Get the book! Survival Guide to Motherhood 

Karen’s Self Talk curriculum

Karen’s daily devotional and prayer journal for moms

How the heck do I leave a WT review? (scroll all the way to the bottom of the page)

Jan 24, 2023

We’re in the second week of diving into Karen’s new book: Survival Guide to Motherhood. Today we’re unpacking Karen’s accumulated wisdom on taking charge in your home. If you are struggling with a home that seems to have been taken over by a surly teenage attitude or by a tyrannical toddler, this episode is for you! Don't miss Karen's practical tips for taking back charge so you feel at ease and at peace in your own home.

Mentioned on this episode:

Chapter 1 of Survival Guide to Motherhood: Know How To Get Through the Day

Get the book! Survival Guide to Motherhood 

Invite Karen to speak to your community or church

Meal Planning blog post

Jan 17, 2023

Dive in to Karen's brand-new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood, with us today! We are digging deep into the first chapter, Know How to Get Through the Day. This one is for new moms, for whom each day can feel like a lifetime, and for seasoned moms, who face unanticipated challenges almost every season. You're going to love Karen's perspective on choosing joy daily! 

Mentioned on this episode:

Survival Guide to Motherhood 

Jan 10, 2023

Today friend of BOAW and family therapist, David Thomas, joins us in the studio to talk about our boys and their emotional health. He shares practical wisdom for how parents can equip boys with the tools they need to understand and manage their emotions. Don’t miss David sharing who we can look to as the ultimate blueprint for masculinity!

Mentioned on this episode: 

Wire Talk #140 with David Thomas - The Emotional World of Kids 

Grab a copy of David's new book - Raising Emotionally Strong Boys

Accompanying workbook - Tools Your Son Can Build on For Life

Jan 2, 2023

Motherhood is a journey, and it’s often a lonely one. Today we’re talking about taking one step to create the community that you are craving - starting a moms group. We are answering your questions about what that could look like and giving you encouragement to go for it!

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Join our private Facebook group for all moms

Join our private Facebook group for group leaders

Which BOAW study is right for your group of moms?

More episodes on starting a group: WT 143, WT 193

Still have questions or doubts? Email us at info@birdsonawiremoms.com for a virtual pep talk!

Dec 20, 2022

We are wrapping up our reading of the Christmas Story today in chapter 2 of Luke. I think you’ll enjoy re-visiting this famous birth story through fresh eyes as we unpack Luke’s words verse by verse.

Questions for Reflection:

  • What is God doing in my life that I need to be treasuring in this season?

  • Do you need to ask God to help you keep faith during a season when you can’t see Him at work in your life?

Mentioned on this episode:

Go back and listen to this series from the beginning: WT 342, WT 343, WT 344

Order Karen’s new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood, today!

Dec 13, 2022

Today in Luke, we read about Mary sharing her good news with her cousin, Elizabeth. I love that Luke recorded this intimate look at two women’s friendship and the way they rejoiced with one another! As you listen and read this passage on your own this week - reflect and ask yourself, “Who do I run to when I want to celebrate?” and, “When life gives me a surprise, is my first instinct to praise God?”

Mentioned on this episode:

Go back and listen to this series from the beginning: WT 342, WT 343

Order Karen’s new book, Survival Guide to Motherhood, today!

Dec 6, 2022

We’re continuing to unpack Luke’s account of the Christmas story today in chapter 1 of Luke. As Karen breaks down the angel Gabriel’s visit to Mary and her response to him she  draws out beautiful and practical truths we can learn from this section of Scripture.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Wire Talk series on James

Luke 1:26-38 (NLT version)

Life Application Study Bible

2 Samuel 7 - God’s promise to David that his kingdom will never end

Nov 29, 2022

It’s easy as a mom to spend all of your time leading up to Christmas morning checking off a giant to-do list and completely neglect to set aside any time to focus your heart on what the point of all this fuss is - JESUS’s arrival! That’s why, over the next 4 weeks Karen is going to walk us through the Christmas story as recorded by Luke, and give you a slice of time that is just for your spirit. Today we are getting started in Luke 1 with the story of Zechariah and his wife, Elizabeth.

Mentioned on this episode:

Wire Talk James study - Week 1

Luke 1:1-25 NLT version

Life Application Study Bible

Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood!

Nov 22, 2022

The holidays are a special time of year but they can be extremely tricky for families. Whether you're traveling or staying home, struggling with your mother-in-law or your own mom, there’s lots of family time involved and that often leads to tension. Today Karen gives moms tips for having tactful conversations with grandparents, preparing our kids for situations that are outside the everyday, and being especially proactive as we parent at this time of year. 

Mentioned on the episode:

Pre-order Survival Guide to Motherhood today!

Find resources for educating grandparents or other family members about your child's personality color HERE

Nov 15, 2022

What topics aren’t sensitive when you’re talking to a teenager! Today Karen is tackling tricky questions, from how to talk about health issues and personality differences to sneaky behavior and dealing with aging parents. As always, Karen doles out her trademark practical wisdom with some gems for the teenage years!

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Karen’s new book is available for pre-order!

Take Birds on a Wire’s personality colors quiz HERE

Find more BOAW personality resources HERE.

Kathleen Edelman’s A Grown Up’s Guide to Kids’ Wiring

Nov 8, 2022

Technology is increasingly a part of every aspect of today's world and there is so much to navigate! From gaming to social media to smartphones and everything in between, today Karen is answering questions about how to set boundaries and how to think about the technology we allow into our homes and into our kids' lives.

Mentioned on today’s episode:

GABB Wireless - safe phones for kids

Wire Talk episode 116 with expert Tom Shefchunas

Circle internet filtering

Right Now Media - video library for kids

Good Pictures, Bad Pictures (book about pornography for ages 6-11)

Good Pictures, Bad Pictures JR. (ages 3-6)

Nov 1, 2022

Toni Collier, founder of the women’s ministry, Broken Crayons Still Color, joins Karen today to talk about the message of her brand new book - Brave Enough to be Broken. We know you’ll enjoy hearing Toni’s personal story and resonate with the message that God uses all of our brokenness for His glory.

Be sure to grab a copy of Toni’s brand new book and share this episode with a woman in your life who needs some encouragement today!

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Toni’s ministry

Get the book: Brave Enough to be Broken

Connect with Toni on social media

Oct 25, 2022

If you have toddlers in the house, you know nap time is a BIG deal! Today Karen is fielding questions from moms desperate for a little afternoon peace. Listen in for tips on how to create a “quiet time” for your kiddo and how to navigate the tricky in-between season when they still need sleep, but just won’t surrender! 

Oct 18, 2022

Disagreement is inevitable in any relationship and marriage is no exception. When you’re parenting together, and your husband has his own way of doing things, disagreements cause even greater tension. Today we’re answering your questions about conflict with your husband, everything from planning date nights and handling criticism to riding motorcycles with the kids!

Mentioned on today’s episode:

Wild At Heart

WT 197: Creative Date Nights

Survival Guide to Motherhood (ages 0-5)

Oct 11, 2022

There's a reason they're called the 'Terrible Twos' friends! Whether it's daycare drop-off, not wanting to share, or just not getting their way, it can take us by surprise when our little angels find their voice and use it in a big way. If there's a toddler in your home, today's questions will probably sound familiar, so listen for a pep talk from Karen to stay the course, not give in, and keep up the good work, mom! 

Oct 4, 2022

When you have elementary and middle school aged kids, the pressure and the busy schedule that come with pursuing athletics or the arts can really stress a mom out! Whether it’s pushback from your kids, or a strain on your schedule and your finances, today Karen gives advice on how to juggle it all and keep the most important things central in your world during this season of life.

Check out today's shownotes and find all things BOAW at: birdsonawiremoms.com

Sep 27, 2022

Megan and Leigh join us in the studio today to share how they see the world through the lens of a GREEN MOM. They'll talk about what makes motherhood easy for greens and how it challenges their temperaments; if you're a green, we think you'll hear a bit of your own experience in this conversation and if you're not green, we think it will give you valuable insights into the green moms in your world.

Not sure your color? Don't forget to take our quiz at BOAW.MOM/QUIZ

Mentioned on the show:

Personality Plus for Parents

I Said This, You Heard That by Kathleen Edelman

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