How active are you in the lives of your children?
Ages 9-12 (Preteen/Tween)
Rather than assume our children are immune from temptation because they are Christians, live in a Christian home, or attend a private school, we should stay informed and be proactive.
What should you do if your kids have been vaping? Learn all you can about it and then start the conversation with them.
Never before has passing on our heritage of faith been more important.
There is misconception that children should find their faith completely on their own.
Taking responsibility for your children’s education can be the most rewarding decision you will make as a parent.
Simple, practical and fun ways to start—or start again—family devotions that the entire family will connect with.
Different discipline styles can lead to conflict. Before you take sides, consider these five areas that will help you build unity in your parenting. Then create your own parenting strategy.
Every day, our kids face any number of culture-induced or immoral decisions. Here’s how to help them make moral choices on their own.
Working with the other parents in a blended family can be stressful at first, but well worth the effort.
What do I tell my kids about sex? When do I start? It all begins with a conversation, at the appropriate age.
This stage combined with rebellion is not easy. Lean into your support system to help you stay emotionally balanced and to maintain perspective as you guide your preteen into the teen years.
My daughter hit puberty before other girls. What should I do to help her?
If you’ve ever tried reasoning with your adolescent about a questionable song, you know it can feel like a losing proposition.
Do you know how to parent your creative kids? Poet Tanner Olson has some advice for you. Learn how to effectively connect, support, and encourage the creativity in your family.
As adolescents undergo changes to their bodies, they will need to understand what’s happening, develop a positive body image and care for themselves.
Are your kids beginning the the middle school years? Learn how to plan ahead and make adjustments to pave the way for a strong transition from elementary to middle school.
Friendships and self-identity will have a profound impact on adolescents and may need guidance from parents.
Have you considered that patterns in your behavior may inadvertently be alienating or creating a distance between you, your grown kids, or grandchildren?
Understanding the aspirations, fears, and dreams of boys is paramount in our society today.