Children who are adopted when they’re older or who have more complicated histories are not likely to respond well to some traditional discipline methods.
Parenting
Appreciate the precious gift of parenthood granted to you by your child’s birth family by embracing them through the love of Jesus Christ.
How do we prepare our kids to be “shrewd as serpents, and harmless as doves” when they serve? How do we teach them to discern how to give and serve with widsom?
This clever discipline method is less exhausting and more successful than ranting, raving, blaming, pleading, begging or threatening.
When my college roommate began cutting herself, I was afraid, concerned and didn’t understand why she hurt herself. Because of our friendship, I sought to understand who, what, why and how about the practice of self-injury.
A former cutter shares how friends and family can help a friend or loved one who cuts.
Stay-at-home moms create an environment where bonding takes place and children learn to attach to relationships.
the power of today’s media and entertainment to negatively sway human behavior should be a cause of concern.
Pros and cons of private schools
If you or someone you love cuts, the choice to stop can be challenging and scary. Still, change is possible.
Finding the support you need to thrive as a single parent
How can you as a parent practically instill principles of selfless love and sacrifice in your child?
The important thing is that you do something creative and memorable to initiate your son into manhood.
How to help your child deal with loss
What can you do then to support your children in learning and help them take ownership?
The emotional side of relationships don’t just happen. Here’s how to be intentional about building a closer connection with your family.
When and where to go for help when your teen rebels
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 discover your place in your stepchild’s life.
Teach your kids how to protect a good reputation when the eyes of the World Wide Web are watching.