12 Best Parenting Podcast Episodes for Struggling Parents
Are you looking for some inspiring parenting podcasts full of Biblical truth to help guide you on the life mess that parenting often brings? Whether you’re in the car or on a run, it’s always beneficial to get fed content with depth when it comes to motherhood and fatherhood — these podcast episodes will surely […]
One Thing I Do When I’m About to Lose My Cool With My Kids
Okay, maybe a few things I do. I want you to imagine something for a minute. Imagine that you’re playing with your kids by a calm stream in the Great Smokey Mountains. The forest is thick with lush green trees, the birds are chirping, and you feel the warmth on your back from the sun […]
Is Your Child Safe at School? Find Out By Asking Them These 12 Questions
Is public or private education able to meet our child’s needs? Every family has an educational objective primarily shaped by the parent’s own education, upbringing, and life choices. Still, I think there is one thing we collectively want for our children regarding school — an emotionally, mentally, and physically safe environment that keeps our child’s […]
Exploring the Most Popular Parenting Styles and Their Effects on Children
Parenting is a complex and rewarding journey that involves shaping the lives of our children. As parents, we often find ourselves seeking the most effective ways to nurture and guide our kids. One crucial aspect to consider is our parenting style, as it can significantly influence our children’s development, behavior, and overall well-being. In this […]
Unlock Deeper Communication with Your Tween or Teen: 10 Questions to Ask at Bedtime
Bedtime is an excellent time for parents to connect with their tweens and teens. They are physically tired, worn out emotionally, have probably experienced some challenges within their day, and need someone to process with. As kids get older, they may become more independent, but they still need guidance from their parents. Asking your child […]
5 Reasons to Get the Bark Phone for Your Child – A Mom’s Review
Parenting in a tech world is HARD, and deciding what kid’s phone is best suitable for your child can feel overwhelming. Like most things today, knowing who to trust regarding reliable products is sometimes a gamble. There are so many varying opinions, and once you’ve gone down the rabbit hole and done your research, you […]
9 Things You Might Not Think to Tell Your Child But Should
I think it’s normal for parents to forget to inform their kids of what’s going on at any given point. We go through life addressing finances, marital struggles, bouts of depression, vacation plans, political opinions, etc. and don’t think to include our kids in on what’s happening. Not only can this cause a lot of […]
7 Things Parents can DO Daily to Help Support Their Child’s Mental Health
Where do your priorities lie? What do you do for your child daily to ensure they are successful as an adult? Perhaps you enroll them in a good school, providing them with a good education that will one day land them a lucrative job. Or you put them in sports, hoping they will one day […]
Don’t Give in to Your Child’s Demands, Try This Instead
Sometimes in parenting, we make choices based on our child’s reaction or our convenience. Do you ever give in to your child’s whining or complaining because you just want it to stop? Or what about when you’re in public, and you don’t want to ignite a temper tantrum in the middle of the grocery store? […]
5 Gentle Parenting Responses For After You’ve Yelled At Your Child
Parenting isn’t always roses. There will be times when it all piles up — the dog pees on the carpet, you haven’t slept, your toddler is throwing his breakfast across the floor, and everything goes wrong all at once. You end up losing your cool. Perhaps more often than you like. Aside from doing internal […]