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Children’s Mental Health: Early Intervention, What to Watch For, and What Parents Can Do
Statistics show that children are struggling from the emotional turmoil of the pandemic. Learn the importance of early intervention, what to watch for and what you can do about it.
If You’re at Your Wits End With Your 2-7 Year Old, Try This
If you are struggling to manage your young child's difficult behaviors, this might be just the kind of help you need.
The Importance of Reading the Bible With Your Children
We all want our children to be wise, kind and good. 2 Timothy 3 tells us the one thing we can do to achieve that.
Marriage First, Kids Second
When's the last time you prioritized your spouse over your kids? Here are some tips to make your marriage first in your family.
Kids’ activities are resuming – Don’t become burdened by busyness again
As things open up, you might be tempted to jump right back into your life before COVID. Before you and your family take that leap, consider some of these ideas.
The Difference Between Complaining and Grumbling
Heartache and pain can lead to complaining or grumbling. Let's explore the difference between the two with insights from the book of Joel. Includes tips for Christian parents.
How to Talk to Kids About a Tragedy
Talking to kids about a tragedy, whether it be personal, national, or world-wide requires wisdom and restraint. Here we explore some tips for Christian parents.
Help! I Don’t Like Playing with My Kids
Not every parent loves to play with their kids. If you find yourself in this camp, you are not alone. Here are a few insights to encourage you.
Free Printable! 20 Promises of God for Kids
Kids need to know the promises of God too. Here's a free printable and some tips for leaning on the promises of God.
A Biblical Way to Address Lying in Kids
If you have discovered your child is lying, you are not alone. It is a common misbehavior. Here is a biblical model from John 4 to address lying in kids.
Why are my kids bored? They have so many toys!
"I'm bored" is the bane of every parent- especially when you look around and see toys everywhere. Here we look at 2 reasons why your kids are bored and what you can do about it.
Make this Christmas a Birthday Party!
We might be the ones who get gifts on Christmas, but let's not forget whose birthday it really is. Here are 7 tips to make Christmas a proper birthday party this year.
How to Parent When You are Stressed Out
Parenting when stressed can bring out the worst in us. Some lash out, some retreat. Refocus and regroup with these tips for Christian parents.
How to Biblically Discipline Your Children
The Bible is relevant to everyday life- even parenting. Here we will explore how to biblically discipline your children based on how God dealt with the first sin of all time.
Interview with Children’s Book Author, Marybeth Wishart
Join me as I interview Marybeth Wishart, the author of Parker the Purple Penguin. Learn about the faith and background that inspired this powerful children's story.
How to quit your job as short order cook
If meal time leaves you exhausted, try these tips to shift the dynamics around food in your home. Reclaim meal time as family time.
What Would Jesus Do? A New Take on an Old Question
This season in our country is fraught with turmoil. Let's turn to the Word of God to see how Christians from both sides of the aisle can be a light amidst a dark world.