On today's episode of the Powerful Parenting Journey Podcast, Stephanie talks to Kaelin Poulin, a remarkable entrepreneur. Kaelin and her husband Brandon have graciously shared insights into their journey to success both in business and at home.

Kaelin talks about balancing business success with a fulfilling home life. She reflects on her own experiences, including how the birth of her children caused her to reevaluate their work-focused lifestyle. A divine message led her and her husband to prioritize family and leave their successful business. Kaelin chronicles the transition to her current life, including her daily routine with her children.

Kaelin emphasizes the importance of intentional parenting and shares her view of being a good mother. She admits her imperfections and the ongoing nature of parenthood and strives to create a nurturing and growth environment for her children. She talks about how to be a ‘life-giving’ mother and how to avoid negative self-talk that affects children's perception of themselves. She also urges mothers to prioritize self-love and patience, and to balance the way they treat themselves with the way they treat their children. Kaelin advocates treating children as intelligent beings and urges parents to openly discuss challenges and include them in the process.

Drawing on her upbringing on a farm, Kaelin reflects on the work ethic instilled by her parents. After her father's death, she sought a gentler approach to parenting and gradually moved away from her mother's authoritarian style. Kaelin reflects on screen usage in her household, highlighting the shift away from excessive phone usage during family time. Learn more about the Aro Box, a device that promotes mindful screen usage.

As a testament to her dedication, Kaelin unveils her upcoming podcast, ‘The EncouragHER,’ focused on uplifting women and helping them navigate their multiple roles while staying positive and empowered.

Join Stephanie and Kaelin for an insightful conversation about aligning ambitions with personal values, the need to break negative parenting patterns inherited from our own upbringing, and the journey of faith-driven parenthood.

Enjoy!

"I want to be famous in my own home. I don't care about being famous on Instagram." - Kaelin Poulin


"The actual parenting battle is not to get obedience or to have them act a certain way. It's the heart; it's the connection." - Stephanie


"I would say my other thing of being a good mom is life-giving." - Kaelin Poulin


"My children know Scripture because I pray over them every night." - Kaelin Poulin


"If you wouldn't say it to your child, don't say it to yourself." - Kaelin Poulin


"If you start talking to your kids like they're an adult, and they understand like an adult, you would be massively surprised at what they're able to actually conceptualize." - Kaelin Poulin


"Stop measuring yourself against other Instagram parents; measure yourself against your own standard instead of other people's." - Kaelin Poulin