When a new baby arrives, an older sibling may become jealous. Here are some ideas on how to make sure you give enough attention for two and not wear yourself out.
Age & Stage
What do your teens fear most? It’s different than what you fear for them. Dr. Kevin Leman discusses three things you may not realize your teens fear and what they need from you so they can stop being afraid.
Guide your child toward healthier responses to everyday challenges
Encourage your children to develop grateful hearts that bless others and frame their own perspective.
Adoption may create a situation in which parent-child attachment is a challenge. In this article, parents can learn some principles and strategies for encouraging attachment in an adopted child.
There are several reasons that attachment between children and their caregivers may be disrupted. Here, the natural and environmental risks to forming secure attachment, and the consequences, are discussed.
Often teens struggle with putting words to their frustrations, fears, anxieties and sadness. Over time, those unprocessed feelings can lead to depression and even suicide. Is it time you had a conversation with your kids?
Unfortunately, there are negative effects of porn for your child’s future. Here is some advice about how to help your child prepare for their future.
As much as we’d like think of our children as innocent, we parents need to become aware of the widespread use of pornography among tweens and teens.
Prepare your teens to get along with the people they’ll live with in college
Kids don’t face the same pressures as adults, but the reality is that children can suffer from depression and its effects every bit as much as grown-ups. Keep in mind, however, that children may manifest different symptoms than adults.
Learn how to teach your kids seven essential manners so they will grow in their social skills.
Seeking to parent our children the way God parents us can dramatically change the atmosphere of our home.
Dr. Lainna Callentine became aware at age six that her skin was a different color than other kids in class. Get her unique perspective on how we, as Christians, should talk to our kids about racial differences.
Teens may need our help to live out their beliefs in the real world. Here are some ideas for helping them.
Do you allow your children to enjoy the same rights to privacy that you have as a parent and as an adult?
Easing your teen’s fears and frustrations as you transition to a new home
Invest in your relationship, not only to keep you from regret, but to also give your teens a solid footing for their lives ahead
You might be surprised at how self-denial actually leads to gratitude.
Explore these three ways to help your child navigate challenging peer relationships. Then, you can help them develop positive and healthy friendships.
