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The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips

Release Date: 03/19/2025

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In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The InFormed Parent Podcast, host Suzanne Phillips sits down with January Littlejohn, a mother-turned-advocate whose daughter was socially transitioned at school without her knowledge or consent. January shares her personal journey, exposing the dangers of gender identity ideology, the erosion of parental rights, and how parents can protect their children from cultural confusion.

With a background in mental health counseling, January now speaks nationally, equipping parents, educators, and faith leaders with tools to navigate today’s identity crisis. Whether or not you have faced this specific challenge, the wisdom and insight shared in this conversation will empower all parents.

Get ready—this is a must-listen episode for every parent committed to standing firm in truth and leading their family well.

Episode Highlights:

✔️ How a 13-year-old was socially transitioned without parental consent

✔️ Why even engaged, involved parents are vulnerable in today’s culture

✔️ The parental authority crisis: Who has the final say over your child’s identity?

✔️ The biblical foundation for parental leadership—you are the head, not the tail

✔️ Key steps to prevent this from happening to your family

✔️ Teaching truth early and consistently—how to prepare your child before they are influenced

✔️ How January found support & clarity in the midst of this battle

✔️ Helping children navigate emotions in a healthy, biblical way

✔️ What type of child is most vulnerable to gender ideology?

✔️ How to detect grooming and conditioning—what signs to watch for

✔️ What to do if your child is struggling—a roadmap for parents

📖 Featured Resource: CPRC Church Transgender Response Guide 👉 A must-have for churches, pastors, and parents navigating today’s challenges.

📣 Follow January for More Resources on Parental Rights:

  1. Twitter/X: @JanuaryDoNoHarm  Instagram: @januarylittlejohndnd

🌟 Follow Suzanne for More About Parenting with Purpose and Discipling with Direction:

  1. Instagram: @suzannephillips_ | @beacon_parent 

🏆 Key Biblical Truths for Parents:

✅ The Lord will make you the head and not the tail—if you follow His commands (Deuteronomy 28:13)

✅ God has entrusted parents to lead, advocate, and shepherd their children

✅ Parents will give an account for their children—our leadership matters

The battle over identity is real, but as parents, we are not powerless. We are called and equipped to lead our children in truth and love.

🔔 If this episode opened your eyes to the urgency of standing for parental rights, don’t keep it to yourself—share it with another parent who needs to hear this!

 

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