Meet your new host, Scarlet Hiltibidal!
Meet your new host, Scarlet Hiltibidal!  
Podcast: Pardon the Mess with Scarlet Hiltibidal - Christian Motherhood, Biblical Parenting, Raising Christian Kids
Published On: Thu May 28 2026
Description: Well, it’s a bittersweet day for me. I am delighted to introduce you to your NEW HOST of Pardon the Mess, Scarlet Hiltibidal. This is my last episode as your host, and I am feeling all the emotions. I am grateful and sad and feeling so much peace.Thank you for letting me into your lives for a few years. I pray God encouraged you in your role as a Christian parent. A special thanks to Jill Jefferson, Steph Thurling, Jeannette Tapley and the entire team at Christian Parenting. I couldn’t have done it without you all.Today, you will get to know Scarlet and her family. She has a beautiful heart for the Lord and the imperfect journey of parenting. She is passionate about the gospel and has a new twist on the Thursday episodes. And great news - the Monday prayer episodes will be returning after the summer!Much love and gratitude,Courtney DeFeo 00:00 Introduction and Family Dynamics03:03 Scarlet's Unique Childhood and Background06:00 Transition to Writing and Parenting08:57 The Journey to Becoming a Writer11:55 Joining Christian Parenting and Future Plans16:15 Navigating Parenting Challenges with Grace21:13 Embracing Imperfection in Parenting25:00 Finding Hope Amidst Struggles30:32 Preparing for the Future of Parenting PodcastConnect with Pardon The Mess:Christian ParentingPardon The Mess Courtney DeFeoResources from today’s show:Connect with Scarlet HiltibidalConnect with Courtney DeFeoOpen a LearningRX centerSummer Reading PicksPrefer video? This episode is on YouTube!Sign up for Morning MinutePardon The Mess is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.orgOur Sponsors:* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy