Being honest with myself and recognizing the destructive influence that screaming has on my children is the first step in changing this pattern of poor communication.
Behavior & Discipline
Sometimes it’s hard to know if you’re disciplining your children effectively. Try using these five measures from the Bible.
Sibling conflict is unavoidable. It’s just part of life with young humans whose “life-giving skills are still developing,” Cartmell explains. But that conflict can have benefits.
It’s one of the most common parenting questions, especially for young parents. The topic charges emotions and often sparks controversy. The problem is, there’s not an easy answer.
Helping your children deal with their anger can seem impossible when emotions run high. But you can train your kids to recognize triggers and replace them with truths that will help them get out of their angry cycle.
Need a New Year’s resolution your kids can keep? This year, resolve to intentionally listen for God’s voice in Scripture and respond to Him.
Will you take the challenge to stop grumbling for a year? Tricia Goyer’s family did.
It’s often the hardest to give your teens what they need the most. Letting go and giving greater independence to your kids as they grow
Our teens are quickly growing into the adults they will become. Help them respond respectfully, not emotionally.
Six ideas for starting conversations with reluctant teens
Have you ever wondered what your teen is thinking? Jerusha Clark unpacks three ways your teen’s brain is changing and what you can do to parent more effectively in the midst of the drama.
This discipline method is less exhausting and more successful than ranting, raving, blaming, pleading, begging or threatening.
What should you do if your kids have been vaping? Learn all you can about it and then start the conversation with them.
Do you ever wonder how you can help your teens feel loved? Consider how they might tend to feel more appreciated through one specific love language.
Who runs your home? Is it you or your child? Use these simple strategies from Dr. Kevin Leman to help you parent your child to be more respectful and well behaved.
“What is she thinking!”
Remember, no parenting style is inherently bad or good. Each carries its potential benefits and drawbacks. The key is to be mindful and adaptable, employing the methods that best fit your child’s individual needs and personality.
How can I help my child who’s having trouble adjusting to preschool?
The signs of perfectionism can appear in your child’s behaviors, emotions, and thoughts. Learn how to pair practical steps with emotional investment.
Learn to navigate communicating the importance of doing chores to your kids and form your perspective on how chores can impact your family.
