This clever discipline method is less exhausting and more successful than ranting, raving, blaming, pleading, begging or threatening.
Age & Stage
Before she was a teenager, Chelsea* had a cell phone. She also had her own bedroom complete with a TV and a computer with Internet access. As she continued growing up into a young teen, she made regular salon visits and had an artificial tan that made her look much older than she was. By …
Sippy cups, playgroups and lots of energy — welcome to the world of toddlers, where everyday is an adventure!
We can engage our teens by caring about what matters to them.
Anger can be a normal, and necessary part of your child’s development. He’s trying to express needs, trying to control his environment, and trying to become independent. He’s also trying your nerves!
Having trouble getting your toddler down to sleep? Here are some ideas for making the bedtime experience less stressful.
How do you set effective boundaries that build character and establish a proper relationship with your teen?
Recognizing your teen’s seasons of life and how to support them
Help your tween grow into a thoughtful young adult by prioritizing your relationship rather than simply listing rules.
Help your son make sense of the confusion puberty can cause.
Curiosity is key to your child’s desire to learn.
Upon leaving home for college, a young man discovers a newfound sense of freedom; unless he is well-grounded, he may choose to renounce the values of home.
How to really hear your teen and encourage your teen to open up to you
Here are tips on connecting with teens and getting them to pitch in.
Set a goal of reserving 10 percent of your energy for your teen.
Parents can learn how to best discipline their children by taking note of how the Bible says God disciplines us.
Avoid power struggles by getting on the same team as your teen.
How to choose a hobby that the whole family can enjoy
Building a strong family comes from leading your family as a group, rather than on an individual basis.
Four habits to avoid in family disagreements with your teens