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Parents model healthy sexual behavior for children

How Parents Can Model Healthy Sexual Behavior for Kids

Because our children develop over time, there’s encouragement that change for the better is always possible. Now is a great time to consider several key issues, and make any revisions that will strengthen your family.

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Do Your Children Know How to Draw Close to God Through Prayer?

Unanswered questions about prayer may cause kids to have misconceptions. We can help correct those misunderstandings as we teach our kids how to draw closer to God through prayer.

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How To Encourage and Motivate Your Teen

Your job is now to pinpoint your teen’s interests and natural abilities to help your child grow in the direction that God made him or her.

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Avoid Bitterness By Finding Forgiveness

It is dangerous for you when you don’t choose to forgive others.

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5 Ways to Discuss Politics With Your Family

“Humility allows for a conversation to have a very important ingredient for genuine communication to happen.” – Danny Huerta

Opioid epidemic hits every family regardless of status. Two teens on a playground buying and selling drugs

The Opioid Epidemic—Keep Your Child from Becoming a Statistic

In 2022, drug overdose deaths exceeded 100,000 according to the CDC. Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are the primary cause of these fatalities.

How can we help our tweens and teens see others in a selfie world

How to See Others In a Selfie World

Help your kids learn to focus on real-world relationships in a selfie technology-driven culture.

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How to Get the Best Care From Your Child’s Doctor

Should you trust your pediatrician? Learn about five ways to enjoy a positive relationship with your child’s pediatrician so your child gets the best possible care.

How to Answer Your Child’s Faith Questions

Here are some answers to questions your child may ask about God.

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What Do I Tell My Kids About The Election?

Help your children understand the importance of registering to vote.

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The Hidden Traps of Wicca

Learn what Wicca is, its followers interest in the beliefs and principles, and God’s perspective on Wicca.

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Strong-Willed Women Mothering Strong-Willed Children

If you’re a strong-willed woman, it can be tough to parent a younger version of yourself. But you also have a definite advantage… you know what it’s like to be a strong-willed child.

When a baby dies parents are left to grieve with empty arms. Mother and father holding a rose attending the funeral of their child

When a Baby Dies

When a baby dies, we are forced to say goodbye before being able to say hello.

Kindergarten Readiness: Your Child’s Fears

What If My Child Expresses Fear About Going to Kindergarten?

Know when your child is ready for kindergarten and how to ease their fears

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Who am I? — Your Child’s Identity

Help your children understand what it means to be a priceless creation of God, no matter their age or stage.

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Help Your Kids Deal With Rejection

Does your heart ache when your children are rejected by others? Here’s four perspectives that can help them work through painful rebuffs.  

When a child acts out. Young boy and his father talking about his behavioral issues

Uncovering the Message Behind Your Child’s Behavior

Understanding nonverbal cues is crucial for supporting children, especially those who have experienced trauma.

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Guiding Teens Through Freedoms and Consequences

Parenting adolescents effectively means the carefully transferring responsibility.

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Bullying and Cyberbullying

Bullying and cyberbullying may be prevented with intentional parenting. However if it does occur, there are some ways that parents can respond to help their kids cope.

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Mean Girls

Empower your tween to respond gracefully when confronted by “mean girls” and seek adult help if she finds herself being bullied.