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Conversations With My SistersEpisode 12 | Consistency in Parenting: Traditions, Structure & FaithIn this helpful episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin sits down with her sister Lori, the sixth girl in their family of eleven children. Together they reflect on what it was like growing up in a big, bustling home—and the powerful gospel principles their parents lived that shaped each child’s confidence, identity, and testimony. […]
2025-12-1416 minConversations With My SistersRaising Hardworking Kids: Lessons From Dad, Teen Jobs & AnnaJo's Online PreschoolIn this inspiring episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin and her sister AnnaJo reflect on how their father instilled a spirit of entrepreneurship, hard work, and confidence in his eleven children. They share the Flip-Flop Challenge, a story that perfectly captures their dad’s empowering attitude. AnnaJo discusses how she’s carried those same gospel-centered values […]
2025-12-1418 minConversations With My SistersWorthiness, Repentance & God's Unfailing LoveIn this uplifting episode #10 of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin sits down with her sister Catherine Jones for a mix of laughter and deep gospel insight. After a humorous Jones family update about buying a new van, the conversation turns to the heart of faith: worthiness, repentance, and God’s love. This is faith-based encouragement […]
2025-12-1426 minConversations With My SistersRaising Boys With Faith: Balance, Teaching Children Kindness & God's Love For Busy LDS MomsIn this episode #9 of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin (the oldest of 11 children) sits down with her youngest sister, Alison (child number 10), to reflect on the busy family dynamics of their large Latter-day Saint home. Alison shares childhood memories and the lasting impact of feeling their parents’ love in a big, happy […]
2025-12-1416 minConversations With My SistersFinding Spiritual Self-Care: Grace, Boundaries and Strength for LDS MomsIn Episode 8 of Conversations With My Sisters, Carol and Kristin dive deep into faith-centered self-care strategies tailored for busy LDS moms. They explore: Whether you’re seeking encouragement or spiritual renewal in motherhood, this episode will uplift and empower your journey with Christ at the center. Key word phrases include: LDS moms self care, Spiritual […]
2025-12-1417 minConversations With My SistersFaith, Prayer & Family: A Busy Mom's Guide To Eternal PerspectiveEpisode #7 stars Lorraine Alldredge, a devoted Christian mother of 11, for a heartfelt and insight-packed conversation on finding eternal perspective amid everyday chaos and trial. In this episode, Lorraine and Kristin dive into: Lorraine’s book, So What Can Kid’s Do in the Summertime, is available on Etsy. HERE. Motherhood balance with faith
2025-12-1413 min
Conversations With My Sisters12 | Consistency in Parenting in a Busy LDS Home: Traditions, Structure & FaithIn this helpful episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin sits down with her sister Lori, the sixth girl in their family of eleven children. Together they reflect on what it was like growing up in a big, bustling home—and the powerful gospel principles their parents lived that shaped each child’s confidence, identity, and testimony.Lori and Kristin talk about the importance of consistency in parenting, and how predictable structure builds trust, safety, and emotional stability in children. They share meaningful family traditions, the role of music and discipline, and how their parents used both stru...
2025-12-0216 min
Conversations With My Sisters11 | Raising Hard-Working Kids: Lessons from Dad, Teen Jobs & AnnaJo’s Online PreschoolIn this inspiring episode of Conversations With My Sisters,Kristin and her sister AnnaJo reflect on how their father instilled a spirit of entrepreneurship, hard work, andconfidence in his eleven children. They share the Flip-FlopChallenge, a story that perfectly captures their dad’sempowering attitude.AnnaJo discusses how she’s carried those same gospel-centered values into her own home—teaching her children the importance of work, accountability, and self-reliance. She and Kristin share job ideas for young teenagers, practical ways to help kids develop initiative, and lessons on how true happiness comes from taking responsibility for oneself.Plus...
2025-10-1318 minConversations With My Sisters10 | Worthiness, Repentance & God’s Unfailing LoveIn this uplifting episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin sits down with her sister Catherine Jones for a mix of laughter and deep gospel insight. After a humorous Jones family update about buying a new van, the conversation turns to the heart of faith: worthiness, repentance, and God’s love. This is faith-based encouragement for moms.Kristin and Catherine remind listeners that while our choices matter, we are always worthy of God’s love. Catherine shares a personal story that highlights the joy of repentance and reflects on what it means to have favor with God in e...
2025-09-2226 minConversations With My Sisters9 | Raising Boys with Faith: Balance, Teaching Children Kindness & God’s Love for Busy LDS MomsIn this episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin (the oldest of 11 children) sits down with her youngest sister, Alison (child number 10), to reflect on the busy family dynamics of their large Latter-day Saint home. Alison shares childhood memories and the lasting impact of feeling their parents’ love in a big, happy family.Now a mother of five energetic boys, Alison discusses how she finds personal balance and renewal as a busy LDS mom, while teaching her children love, kindness, and gospel-centered living. She also shares how she feels the constant love of Heavenly Father and her Sa...
2025-09-1116 minConversations With My Sisters8 | Finding Spiritual Self-Care: Grace, Boundaries & Strength for LDS MomsIn Episode 8 of Conversations With My Sisters, Carol and Kristin dive deep into faith-centered self-care strategies tailored for busy LDS moms. They explore:How to find balance in motherhood through self-respect, healthy boundaries, and daily affirmationsWhy Jesus Christ is our perfect advocate, and how His Atonement grants us grace, power, and personal growthPractical tips for teaching love, cherishing children, and managing thoughts with spiritual strengthWhether you're seeking encouragement or spiritual renewal in motherhood, this episode will uplift and empower your journey with Christ at the center....
2025-08-2717 min
Conversations With My Sisters7 | Faith, Prayer & Family: A Busy Mom's Guide to Eternal PerspectiveJoin Kristin Shaeffer, and her mother, Lorraine Alldredge - a devoted Christian mother of 11 - for a heartfelt and insight-packed conversation on finding eternal perspective amid everyday chaos and trial. In this episode, we dive into:Understanding Eternity: Why it matters and how it guides our choicesRole of Faith in Overcoming Trials: Strength when life feels overwhelmingPower of Prayer & Divine Support: Real ways to connect with heaven amidst a busy scheduleReflecting on Life’s Purpose: How a purposeful mindset transforms motherhoodPerfect for LDS mo...
2025-08-2013 min
Conversations With My Sisters6 | Living Eternity Now: Family History, Parenting, Forgiveness & FaithIn Episode 6, Delene teaches that eternity is now—and that family history provides a powerful bridge between earth life and eternal life. She shares how she taught her children to see the big picture, embrace humor in parenting challenges, and find joy in spiritual growth.Kristin reflects on what it means to let God own our salvation and how stewardship transforms our perspective on forgiveness. She also shares tender lessons from her mother, Lorraine, who found peace and faith while facing death during her battle with cancer.This conversation blends faith, family, parenting, and healing, of...
2025-08-0414 min
Conversations With My SistersDelene and Kristin: The Big Picture - Part 2In Episode #6 Delene teaches that eternity is now. Opportunities to embrace fluidity between earth life and eternity is through family history. Keeping an eternal perspective is helpful in day to day parenting. Delene shares how she taught her children the big picture and how important it is to find humor in parenting challenges. When […]
2025-08-0230 minConversations With My SistersEpisode 4: Lorraine and Kristin on Fun Summer Learning Part 3 of 3In Episode #4 of “Conversations With My Sisters,” Kristin’s mom, Lorraine J. Alldredge shares the inspiration that birthed an intentional summer learning program for her 11 children. Next, she discusses how she and her husband, Tony, communicated in their marriage and parenting. Lorraine also explains the importance of work ethic and her parenting philosophy, which […]
2025-07-2818 minConversations With My SistersEpisode 5: Delene and Kristin on The Big Picture Part 1In Episode #5 of “Conversations With My Sisters,” Delene, number five of the eleven Alldredge children, introduces herself. Delene and Krisin discuss what “The Big Picture” is and the power of choice in relationships, including our relationship with God. Delene shares an inspiring story of how the Holy Spirit supported her effort to read God’s […]
2025-07-2818 minConversations With My Sisters5 | The Big Picture: Faith, Family, and the Power of ChoiceIn this episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Delene—child number five of the eleven Alldredge siblings—introduces herself and her journey of faith. She and Kristin explore what it means to see The Big Picture in life and relationships, and how our choices shape eternal connections.Delene shares a powerful story of how the Holy Spirit strengthened her while raising four children under the age of five and striving to read God’s Word daily. Together, they reflect on God’s love, the importance of believing He truly loves us, and the sustaining power of faith through...
2025-07-2818 minConversations With My Sisters4 | Intentional Parenting, Marriage Communication & Work EthicIn this episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin’s mom, Lorraine J. Alldredge, shares the inspiration behind creating an intentional summer learning program for her 11 children. She reflects on how she and her husband, Tony, built strong communication in their marriage and how that influenced their parenting.Lorraine also explains the value of work ethic, the lessons she learned about working hard, and the parenting philosophy that shaped her large family.This conversation highlights faith-based parenting, marriage communication, and teaching children responsibility, offering timeless wisdom for families today.Key words: intentional parenting, su...
2025-07-0216 minConversations With My SistersEpisode 3: Carol and Kristin on Fun Summer Learning Part 2 of 3In Episode #3 of “Conversations With My Sisters,” Carol is introduced to our listeners. She is the second of the eleven children. Kristin remembers how they did everything together when they were little. In this conversation, Carol and Kristin discuss how sisters are a blessing, but what if you don’t have a sister? Kristin shares […]
2025-06-2515 minConversations With My Sisters1 | Faith, Family & The Inspiration Behind the PodcastIn this first episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Kristin—the oldest of eleven children—introduces herself and shares about her upbringing, education, and faith. She explains the inspiration behind starting the podcast: to gather insights and experiences from her sisters on motherhood, family life, and coming closer to Jesus Christ.Kristin also shares a personal story about finding comfort in the scriptures during a difficult childhood moment, offering hope to women seeking to feel God’s love in their own lives.This introduction sets the stage for future episodes that highlight faith, family, and practi...
2025-06-2514 minConversations With My Sisters3 | Setting Summer Goals & Helping Kids Through TransitionsIn this third episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Carol—the second oldest of the eleven Alldredge siblings—is introduced. She and Kristin explore the blessing of sisters, and what it means for those who may not have one. Kristin also shares The Crayon Box Lesson about unity and belonging.Carol highlights the value of creating Summer Goals for children and explains her gift for managing kids’ transitions—whether daily routines, holidays, or yearly changes. Listeners will learn what transitions are, why they matter, and practical ways to help children engage in purposeful activities with confidence and joy....
2025-06-2515 minConversations With My Sisters2 | Summer Learning & Encouragement for Young Busy LDS MomsIn this episode of Conversations With My Sisters, Catherine—the eighth of the eleven Alldredge siblings—is introduced. Kristin recalls how Catherine’s birth shifted family dynamics, while Catherine shares her perspective as a mother of seven.Together, they discuss the importance of summer activities, how Catherine customizes goals for each child through one-on-one conversations, and creative ideas for rewarding kids at the end of a summer of learning. Kristin also offers heartfelt encouragement for women in every season of life.This episode weaves together motherhood, parenting strategies, family learning traditions, and spiritual encouragement, offering inspir...
2025-06-1617 min