The One Question to Remember if you Really Want to Connect With Your Teenage Daughter
How do we reach across the gap that seems to open during the teen years? This one question can help guide our words and actions.
Parenting
Tools for purpose-filled Christian parenting from babies to teens.
How to Use Humor to Diffuse a Toddler Temper Tantrum
When your toddler wields the unique manipulative tool of throwing a tantrum, what do you do? These are the best tips for ending temper tantrums and staying in control of your own emotions as a parent.
Genius busy bag ideas for church (and other quiet places)
Keep hearts engaged but hands busy with these busy bag ideas for church and other places where quiet play is needed.
Why Discipline is Important for Children – and Why Parents Hesitate
Consistent discipline can be exhausting! But like most parts of parenting, it’s more than worth it. Here’s why discipline is important for kids and why we often sabotage our own efforts.
How to be a Calm Mom (instead of an angry momster)
Practical steps to being a calmer mom and letting your emotions take the backseat in any situation.
Because we don’t have to be a perfect mom to be the mom our kids deserve.
The Reality of Having Four Kids
Thinking of having four kids? Here’s what I’ve discovered – and what you might want to know ahead of time!
Redefining What Success Looks Like for our Kids
What does it really mean to raise successful kids? Four critical questions we should be asking our children before we launch them into the world.
Inviting Jesus In: 7 Meaningful Christmas Eve Traditions for Families
Over the years, our Christmas Eve traditions have changed as our family has grown and changed. At our house, it’s a special time of anticipation and togetherness. Here are 5 ways to celebrate the coming of the Savior this year- and all year long.