Parenting

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  Why You Should Teach Your Kids to Be Grateful for Their Country Like an invisible thread, celebrating our country bound us together. Even as a child, it made me feel like an important part of something special. It gave me a sense of security, belonging, and gratitude.... May Patterson Jun 28, 2021
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  8 Key Things to Tell Teens Who Are Going into High School Rising high schoolers are one step closer to the self-discovery and independence of adulthood. As a pastor, TV host, and author, I have compiled eight essential markers from life experience to help shape... Noelle Kirchner Jun 21, 2021
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  6 Guidelines for Discussing Sensitive Topics with Your Kids We want other people to respect our beliefs and not ridicule what they don’t understand. So, we need to offer that same courtesy to others, whether we receive it or not. Catherine Segars Jun 21, 2021
• 3 Ways to Help Your Teen Navigate Dating Trust is a key fact. Communication is prime. Understanding is everything. You were a teen once. Don’t forget that. In remembering that, be cautious you also don’t jump to overprotecting and smothering, or... Jaime Jo Wright Jun 17, 2021
• 4 Ways to Create Summer Memories with Your Children Memories of my childhood are filled with the scent of seawater, the feeling of sand between my toes, and the tingling sensation of sun on my skin. I remember the taste of sweet watermelon and the sound of my... Rachel Baker Jun 17, 2021
• 7 Effective Ways to Help Your Child Overcome Fear As they get older, kids get to know fear all too well. By and large, however, our children don’t know how to overcome their fears. That’s where we come in. David Sanford Jun 14, 2021
• 5 Valuable Activities to Do with Your Kids This Summer As summer moves forward, don’t let the time slip away. Make a list of all the fun things you want to do and put a sticker next to it when you experience it. Most importantly, be present. Kids grow up fast...
• 7 Things All Sons Need to Hear from Their Moms Here are 7 essential phrases sons need to hear from their moms to feel valued and capable later in life. Anne Peterson Jun 10, 2021
• Culture Versus Christianity: How Your Teen Might Perceive the Church Engage with young adults about this issue, ask questions, be humble in your response, and offer hope that our gracious God will one day make all things new and right all wrongs. Beth Ann Baus Jun 08, 2021
• 5 Things That Steal Your Sabbath There seems to be a direct correlation between the winding down of the pandemic (in America at least) and the increase of busyness in our lives. Life is starting to feel like a race car revving its engine at... Laura Kuehn, LCSW Jun 08, 2021
• 5 Things That Hurt Relationships with Grandkids The wise and loving grandparent has the opportunity to treasure and value their grandchildren, seeking at all times to nourish both the child and their relationship with their grandchild. As is common with... Stacey Monaco Jun 07, 2021
• 8 Bible Crafts for Kids I've found crafts to be immensely helpful in not only keeping children's and even the entire family's attention, but also in helping to focus them on pivotal elements of Scripture that can bring their faith... Jaime Jo Wright Jun 04, 2021