Teaching Healthy Habits To Kids And Why New Year Resolutions Are Arbitrary
I’ve never been one for New Year resolutions, but I do see value in having healthy habits whether they begin on the 1st of January or not. On the other hand, it’s also good to balance the expectations we set for ourselves with grace. As our world is constantly bombarding us with the notion that […]
Healthy Teens Have Parents Who Do These Things
Parenting healthy teens can be an awesome adventure, but if you’re anything like me, it may take you by surprise. The difference between parenting little children inside your home and the change to this relationship as they grow and become more independent can be tricky. Still, we have found some great ways to make this […]
How to Live With Post Partum Depression
Two Perspectives This post is one of a pairing. We are hoping it brings encouragement to those facing the daily reality of living with postpartum depression. I suffered from severe postpartum depression for years after the birth of our youngest child. This was probably the most challenging season in our marriage, bar none. As people […]
The Ultimate Christmas Tradition Bucket List For Families – With FREE Printable
I love the Holidays. Not only is it a time to celebrate togetherness, but it’s also a great way to introduce and practice memorable holiday traditions. The beauty of traditions is that every family has their own, unique to them. And every year you can experience the same tradition in a brand new way. I […]
7 Ways to Spark Creativity in Your Kids
Creating something is one of the primary joys in life. I can’t think of anything more satisfying than putting my hand to something and beauty comes out on the other side. Our children are the same way. That’s why they want to show you every drawing, dance, or lego creation they come up with — they […]
Best Coding Program for Children – CodeWizardsHQ Review
My nine-year-old son recently began showing interest in wanting to attend a coding program. As a mom who knows nothing about coding, looking for the best one was a challenge. There are a plethora of coding programs for kids out there, so it was tricky to know what to choose. Should I try a free one? […]
3 Things Every Son Needs to Hear from his Father
As fathers, we have an unparalleled role in helping to form the identities of our children, and specifically our sons. Your little boy is watching your every move out of the corner of his eye, learning what it means to be a man every second he’s with you. Sons need to hear certain, life-giving things […]
Kids Who Enjoy the Holidays Have Parents Who Do These 7 Things
If you are anything like me, this time of year you already have holidays on the brain. In the past, we’ve had years where the holidays have been hurried and stressed, so honestly, I didn’t really look forward to it. But I have also learned a few things that seem to help my kids and […]
7 Things Every Daughter Needs from Her Mother
The list of things our children need from us can sometimes seem never-ending. But really if you dig deep down there are a few things that are absolutely vital, especially when it comes to raising girls. Here are 7 things a daughter truly needs from her mother. I was away last week to spend a […]
Are you too strict as a parent? Here’s how healthy discipline can set your kids up for success
Have you ever wondered if your parenting is too strict? What about too lenient? In this article, we’re going to discuss a healthy balance between discipline and grace. The easy and hard parts of parenting I think the most challenging part of parenting is that there are no guarantees. You could do all the “right” […]