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Evidence Based Birth®EBB 350 - Surviving a Long Antepartum Hospital Stay and Preparing for a Scheduled Cesarean with Krista DeYoung, EBB Childbirth Class Graduate EBB Childbirth Class graduate Krista DeYoung joins us from her hospital room to share her journey through a high-risk pregnancy, an extended antepartum hospital stay for partial placental abruption, and preparing for a scheduled Cesarean at 37 weeks. Krista opens up about the challenges of long-term hospitalization, advocating for herself in a complex medical system, and the emotional toll of being away from her family. Dr. Rebecca Dekker walks Krista through creating a Cesarean birth plan, covering topics like delayed cord clamping, optimizing the operating room experience, and postpartum recovery expectations and strategies. (00:03:01) High-Risk Pregnancy & Partial Placental Abruption Diagnosis (00:07:35) Managing an A...2025-03-1258 min
Honestly, AliciaS2 E4/Parenting Teens in the Digital Age: Strategies for Communication and Connection- With Krista DeYoungIn this episode:
Krista DeYoung, a licensed, professional counselor, joins the podcast to unpack the complexities of parenting teenagers in today's world. We'll delve into:
The Biggest Issue Facing Today's Teen? Krista shares her thoughts and what she sees repeatedly in her office.
Emotional Triggers: Let's face it, teens can push our buttons! We'll explore common teen behaviors that trigger frustration and anger in parents, and equip you with strategies to manage your own emotions for more productive interactions.
Phones: Friend or Foe? We can't ignore the all-encompassing presence of smartphones. What are the effects? How do...2024-04-1039 min
Evidence Based Birth®EBB 305 - A High-Risk Pregnancy and Miraculous Birth with Krista and John DeYoung, EBB Childbirth Class Graduates You're going to love this family-centered birth story with Dr. Dekker's brother John DeYoung and his wife Krista DeYoung! On today's episode, Krista and John (who are graduates of the EBB Childbirth Class with EBB Instructor Chanté Perryman) get vulnerable and open up about their complex pregnancy and son Eli's miraculous birth story. In addition to facing a pregnancy with a prior diagnosis of Crohn's disease, they also had to cope with lockdowns during the pandemic, genetic concerns including an initial diagnosis of triploidy, a HUGE and abnormally low-functioning placenta, potential growth restriction, a 39-week induction, and placental retention t...2024-03-2057 min
Corner Cafe: A Conversation About Our Faith in JesusBoldly Proclaiming the Reason for Our Christian Faith1 Peter 3:15 "But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;" GUESTS: Corner Cafe: Sharing the Story and Heart of an Artist: Artist Petrina Pacheco gives her testimony of physical and emotional abuse, addiction and how God delivered and saved her! President of Front Range Christian School David Cooper and John DeYoung: David and John discuss the difference an excellent education can make in a child's life. It...2023-08-1358 min
Girl Above ParentsBuilding Healthy Coping SkillsIn this episode, we talk with Bekka Weeks, LPCC, about developing healthy coping skills and the differences between coping skills and self-care.
Bekka Weeks, LPCC, is a Denver-based counselor working with clients to address various issues. Bekka is originally from California and moved. to Colorado to get her Masters in Counseling from Denver Seminary.
Connect with Bekka here: https://www.bekkaweekscounseling.com/
2022-11-1027 minGirl Above Parents4 Ways to Foster Hope in Your Children with Lori WildenbergIn this episode, we talk with author and speaker Lori Wildenberg about how to foster hope within your children and teens. We discuss parenting for resiliency and interdependence and give tangible tips to help parents better understand and connect with their kids.
Connect with Lori at: https://loriwildenberg.com/2022-09-0837 min
Girl Above ParentsGirl Dad: What Teens Need From Their FathersIf you are the father of adolescent daughters, this episode is for you! In today's episode, we talk with Shiftai founder and CEO, John DeYoung. 2022-04-1331 minGirl Above ParentsTips for Talking With Teens - Jennifer Kovach, LPCCIn this episode, we hear from counselor, neurofeedback provider, and mother, Jen Kovach, about talking with teenagers. These tips become especially useful for families who find themselves in constant power struggles or when conversations tend to decay into hostility.
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MovementsFounder of Girl Above, Krista DeYoung + Suicide PreventionSuicide is one of the top ten leading causes of death nationwide. It's been a topic long avoided, yet calls for attention as rates are on the rise. Last September was Suicide Prevention Month and one of the best ways to prevent suicide is by bringing it into the light. Today, we will be interviewing Krista DeYoung as she gives us insight on the topic of suicide. She is on her way to becoming a certified therapist and has loads of wisdom to share with us today.
Krista DeYoung has been a close friend and mentor...2021-10-0432 min
The Places Between16. Krista DeYoung - Purpose in the WaitingIt was such a treat to host Krista DeYoung on The Places Between, as she truly is a solid woman with an amazing heart for young women and reaching people with a message of value, worth, purpose and more (which is near and dear to my heart, cause well, y’all, Life is HARD to navigate, especially when we don’t know who we are!
Well I can say Krista is one amazing gal who is definitely changing the world, so dive in with us to today’s episode with my very good friend and sister from a different mister Krista...2021-09-2341 min
Girl Above ParentsSocial Media and Sexual PredationIn this week's episode, we talk with John DeYoung, the founder of SHIFTai, an anti-sex trafficking platform preventing the sexual exploitation of children. We discuss the dangers of social media, and how you can get involved to protect your children.2021-09-0137 min
Girl Above ParentsIntro to Krista. Nice to meet you!This is our first solo show! In today's episode, you will meet Krista and learn the background of How Girl Above started and why we decided to work with parents of teens.
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Submit your Q&A questions to hello@girlabove.com2021-08-1814 min
The Places Between5. John DeYoung - Living For a Greater PurposeJohn DeYoung - Living For a Greater Purpose //
Today we get to hear from a good friend and colleague of mine. With his wealth of experience in film and marketing, he also has a passion for using business as missions and is literally saving lives and impacting thousands of lives globally. His work in India is breaking the cycle of poverty in the slums of Kolkata, as well as bringing clean water access around the world with his company, Vivoblu. I personally know John through our many events fighting trafficking through SHIFT, an Anti-Trafficking organization that aims at empowering to pr...2021-07-0146 min
Girl Above ParentsPandemic Recovery: Anxiety and Going Back to SchoolDr. Angela Wall has been practicing school psychology, counseling, and consultation for over 20 years. She currently works in private practice and as a school psychologist for students aged 4-18. In this episode, Dr. Wall discusses the impact of the pandemic on student and family psychology and tips for moving forward in a positive manner.
You can connect with Dr. Wall at https://www.angelawallphd.com/2021-06-2433 min
Girl Above ParentsConflict Resolution: Establishing Emotional SafetyToday we speak with Alex A. Avila, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS, CACI, CBCP, CSAT. Alex works with families and marriages. This episode discusses how to build emotional safety in the relationship with your adolescent.2020-09-1032 min
Girl Above ParentsPreparing to Send your Teen to CollegeIn this interview, we speak with Alisa Shanks PhD, Director of the Larry J Crabb Center for University Counseling. We discuss what it looks like to transition into parenting college students and what it looks like for parents to support their students while also "letting go."2020-05-1930 min
Girl Above ParentsAdolescents and Porn AddictionIn this episode, we learn from Kirk Samuels, porn recovery expert, on the effects of porn on today's youth as well as how to discuss the topic with your kids.
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Kirk and Krista Conference Skit2019-09-1853 min
Tension TheoryKrista DeYoung - EntrepreneurKrista DeYoung founded Girl Above, a non-profit that helps young women redefine their broken identities by walking alongside them in their journey. Krista knew from the early stages this organization was going to impact lives across the world, and as that potential grew, so did her fear and self doubt. Before and during founding Girl Above, Krista had to face her own identity challenges and learn her true calling as the head of GA, and in doing so realized that her personal past experiences actually equipped her to step into this calling.2019-04-2200 min
Girl Above ParentsBody Image and Adolescent Girls with Allison McNeal (Psychotherapist)In this episode, we talk with therapist, Allison McNeal, to discuss the topic of body image and what makes for a healthy body image, an unhealthy body image, and how parents can engage the conversation of healthy body image with their daughters.
Allison is a Psychotherapist with Southwest Counseling Associates. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies from the West Chester University of Pennsylvania and later continued on to earn her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Denver Seminary. She has fourteen years of Christian youth ministry experience within the church, parachurch, and camp s...2019-04-0948 min
Girl Above ParentsAttachment Styles and Knowing Your Own StoryTricia is a National Certified Counselor and has an MA in clinical mental health. She sees clients in Littleton and lives in Denver, Colorado. Before being a therapist, she worked as an advocate for an inner-city youth organization, as a backpacking guide, and as a hotel manager. She utilizes this broad experience to now helping teens, their moms, adults, and many women lead fulfilling lives. She’s helped countless individuals learn that it is not sustainable to live without acknowledging personal needs and how to be appropriately honest and vulnerable while still maintaining a sense of inner strength, resilience, and cour...2019-02-1739 min
Girl Above ParentsShame vs. Worthiness In Teen CultureMental Health professional, Virginia Hood talks with us about how teenagers today are struggling to believe they are "enough" in a culture that tells them they must be extraordinary. Pushing back against the culture means learning to engage the world from a place of worthiness instead of shame.
Virginiahoodcounseling.com2019-01-1623 min
Girl Above ParentsAsking How Your Past Affects Your Parenting2018-11-0300 min
Girl Above ParentsDepression and Anxiety in Teens with Virginia HoodIn this episode, we look at how to determine if your teen is experiencing typical teenage behavior, or if their experience is more reflective of mild-severe anxiety or depression. Join us as we discuss how to support your teen during these times, and to get insight as to what factors cause anxiety and depression.2018-02-1055 min
Girl Above ParentsEmpathy and Listening Well with Virginia HoodParents often feel powerless, confused and anxious when communicating with their teenagers. This episode provides tools for listening with empathy and giving your teenager the gift of your presence in their life.2017-09-2235 min
Girl Above ParentsAsking How Your Past Affects Your Parenting with Virginia HoodIn today's podcast, Krista talks with our private practice counselor, Virginia Hood about the value of knowing your story as a parent and considering how it may be affecting your relationship with your teen.2017-08-2029 min
Girl Above ParentsPornography in Teen Culture with John DeYoungOn today’s podcast, Krista begins a three-part talk with John Deyoung, Founder of SHIFT, an anti-sex-trafficking movement, about teen culture and pornography.2017-08-1947 min
Girl Above ParentsThe Voice of Comparison with Beth SchuetteBeth Schuette is a life and stress management coach from the American Association of Christian Counselors and has a Masters in Christian Formation and Soul Care. On this episode, we learn from Beth about her journey to overcome comparison and how a healthy perspective on comparison can change your life. Connect with Beth at http://www.bethschuette.com/2017-05-2438 min