Karen Stubbs
Host of Wire Talk and Founder of Birds on a Wire Moms - a ministry to encourage and equip moms.
Appears in 492 Episodes
WT 276: A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself with special guest Sarah Bragg
Longtime podcaster and author Sarah Bragg joins us in The Nest to share a few lessons she’s learned about herself as she’s worked to raise her two daughters. We discus...
WT 275: Go to Bed, Kids!
Whether it’s going to sleep, staying asleep, or dealing with fears at bedtime, nighttime can become a battleground when young kids are in the home. Today Karen offers ...
WT 274: Talking With Your Kids About Sex
Whether your child is 7 or 17, talking with them about sex and sexuality is often a little bit awkward. Today Karen offer no-nonsense advice on how to approach these c...
WT 273: Are You Addicted to Your Phone, Mom?
Our kids aren't the only ones who struggle with screen time, are they? Today Karen and Sunny commiserate about how easy it is to let our phones control how we spend ou...
WT 272: Dealing With Your Anger Issues
Whether you are dealing with your own anger or angry outbursts from a child or spouse, in this episode Karen and Sunny offer encouragement and practical strategies you...
WT 271: Fostering a Great Relationship with your Teenage Son
A mom’s relationship with her son is by nature going to be different from her relationship with her daughter. Our boys usually pull away toward independence sooner tha...
WT 270: Managing Your Family's Schedule [RE-AIR]
These days moms work more hours than ever and are usually the primary keepers of the family schedule. Grocery shopping, doctor's appointments, preparing dinner, drivin...
WT 269: How Do I Teach My Kids To Be Grateful? [RE-AIR]
How many times have you coached your child to say, "thank you" during their younger years? Teaching a two year old to respond politely is one task, but teaching a 14 y...
WT 268: Discontentment in Marriage [RE-AIR]
We all walk down the aisle with hearts full of hope, but a few years and a kid or two down the road, we often discover marriage is more work than we thought it would b...
WT 267: Finding Your Purpose in Motherhood with Candace Cameron Bure [RE-AIR]
We've got a fun one for you today moms! Today we're re-airing one of our favorite interviews of all time. Candace Cameron Bure, actress, wife, mom, and as she often po...
WT 266: How Do We Survive the Chaos of the Toddler Years? [RE-AIR]
During the month of June, Wire Talk is re-airing 5 of our most popular episodes from years past. We’re kicking off the month with a great one, all about toddlers! Moms...
WT 265: Fostering a Great Relationship with Your Teenage Daughter
As your little girl turns the corner toward adulthood, your relationship dynamic will definitely start to change. Today Karen shares her thoughts on connecting with ol...
WT 264: Taking Your Family Values Outside the Home
We all want kids with great character, but how do you help your kids take the lessons you are teaching them at home out into the real world? Today Karen is sharing the...
WT 263: How Do I Teach My Child to Be a Good Friend?
Whether it’s a friend’s bad behavior rubbing off on your child, or your child having trouble being a good friend, today Karen and Sunny are tackling your questions abo...
WT 262: How's Your Anxiety Level, Mom? with special guest Sissy Goff
"We feel out of control and so the easiest place and most natural place to control when we feel fearful, even fearful for our kids, is to step in and control them." A...
WT 261: Spiritual Disciplines for Mom Life: Practicing Sabbath
Sabbath first appears in the story of creation and again in the 10 commandments, but what does Sabbath actually look like in a mom's world? Today pastor Shireen Eldrid...
WT 260: Spiritual Disciplines for Moms: Community with Other Believers
Gathering together this past year has been a complicated component of spiritual life for many of us. On today’s episode Karen and Sunny answer questions from moms wear...
WT 259: Spiritual Disciplines for Moms: Pray Continually
We're continuing this month's series on Spiritual Disciplines with a conversation about prayer today. Karen and Sunny address the tenderest questions from moms about h...
WT 258: Spiritual Disciplines for Moms: Studying God's Word
All month long we are diving into spiritual disciplines of the Christian faith. We’ll be talking about studying God’s Word, prayer, intentional community with other be...
WT 257: Fighting For Control With Your Strong-Willed (RED) Child
Those strong-willed kiddos - phew! We know they'll be leaders one day, but what do we do TODAY when they won't listen or are constantly pushing back against us? How do...
WT 256: Navigating a Family Move
Both Karen and Sunny have moved A LOT in their lifetimes! In this episode, we’re answering questions about preparing your heart to move, staying in touch with friends ...
WT 255: Organizing Your Life, One Day at a Time
Today we are talking all things home management on Wire Talk. From splitting space in your home with a work-from-home spouse to organizing toys and rooms, we even talk...
WT 254: What Do I Do When They Want to Eat...Again?
How is it possible that we are always making food and yet our kids never seem to be full? Keeping our families fed is not for the faint of heart! Today Sunny and Karen...
WT 253: The Only Child Family
Recent census data has shown one-child families are the fastest growing family unit in the United States. But often times families with one child feel isolated by the ...
WT 252: When Potty Training Isn't Working
Any toddler moms out there at their wit’s end with potty training?! In our first-ever episode on this topic, Karen and Sunny are sharing encouragement and wisdom for a...
WT 251: Loving Your Rebellious Child Well
Let's be honest moms, all of our children can be rebellious at times. And when your child is walking through a season of rebellion, sometimes it's really hard to "feel...
WT 250: Loving Your Spouse Well
‘Happily ever after’ requires a LOT of work when you’re raising kids, and we could all use some encouragement in this arena from time to time. So today, Karen and Sunn...
BONUS EPISODE: Real Life / Real Moms with Claire Stanfill
SURPRISE! We wanted you to overhear a conversation between me and my good friend Claire Stanfill, which we recorded together last spring as episode 5 of our other podc...
WT 249: Mother & Missionary: An Interview with Betty Loudermilk
In the wake of World War II, a young college graduate decided to answer God's call on her heart to share the Gospel in Japan. Today, 90 year old Betty Loudermilk joins...
WT 248: Why Can't My Kids Play Nicely?
From team sports to bedroom boundaries, your questions in this episode concern the problems we face when our kids refuse to play nicely. Get ready for some practical t...
