Take every chance you can to practice faith-talk with your children.
Parenting Techniques
Providing a way for your child to gain an understanding of how his day will go may eliminate some of the undesirable behaviors that tend to rear their ugly heads during transition times.
Having a master list of all household-related contacts is a necessity.
There are a few key areas where you’ll get the most bang for your buck (and your time and effort).
Two of your kids are fighting, another one won’t pick up his toys, and your teenager just revealed the tattoo she got without your permission. You’re exhausted, and all you want is peace. You’re not alone. For many, disciplining children is a daily challenge. When it comes to discipline in my home, I only have …
Working through the pain and rediscovering joy
How to reach children ages 0-3 with God’s Word
Our task is not only scriptural instruction but also role modeling.
A little humor, a little innovation, a little creativity and, frankly, learning the skill of “letting it go and blowing it off” is a big part of being a happier, more realistic and peaceful mom who works outside the home.
Understanding the differences between control, responsibility and liability — and how those nudge parents to try controlling teens.
Help kids ages 4-7 learn God’s Word
Tips for family calendars, storage ideas, “office space” for kids and more
If the midweek scavenger hunts have left you searching for a more manageable morning system, here’s a plan of action.
We can engage our teens by caring about what matters to them.
Even teens and tweens learn more by example than by teaching. Modeling proper virtues for your children is important.
Take a look at seven common faith-launching worries parents face.
Reading is one of the only entertainment mediums that’s also an essential life skill.
A clever idea changed my perspective on my kids and household duties.
If your kids ever wonder, “What does God look like?” send them to me. I’ve seen His hands. I’ve seen them all my life – on an Iowa couple named George and Ruth. Before I could even read, I watched those hands empty bedpans, prepare sponge baths and feed Ruth’s elderly mother. During my teen …
Helping your child find new friendships after the big move
