Written byTabatha Hull Learning to cope with social isolation as a stay-at-home mom can create a heart of gratitude rather than despair. Some people are energized by socializing and interacting with others. I am not one of those people. Although I do believe this trait would come in handy for me at times, I have … Continue reading To the lonely stay-at-home mom: 6 ways to cope with social isolation
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Three ways to support a family living through a severe childhood illness Written by Chris Woodruff
Have you ever received that call? You know the one—the dreaded “we heard back from the doctor” call. When you watch a friend or family member walk through a difficult time, it’s easy to feel absolutely helpless. When his or her child is the one battling a severe illness, this feeling of helplessness grows tenfold. … Continue reading Three ways to support a family living through a severe childhood illness Written by Chris Woodruff
Roe Finally Did Go. Now, How Can Teens Have Conversations about Abortion and Pro-Life Topics?
You want to train your teen to have thoughtful conversations on difficult cultural topics. One marked by compassion and kindness. Overturning Roe v. Wade is the result of a nearly 50-year effort committed to a singular outcome – protecting the lives of preborn humans. Without debate, this decision will carry profound political, social, and personal … Continue reading Roe Finally Did Go. Now, How Can Teens Have Conversations about Abortion and Pro-Life Topics?
4 Words Kids Use When Coping with Emotions
You can help your children to learn true freedom when coping with emotions and difficult situations by teaching them to think about life using certain words and phrases. Emotions can flood the healthiest of minds. Children’s minds are not naturally equipped to make logical sense of powerful emotions and difficult situations. Kids are equipped, however, … Continue reading 4 Words Kids Use When Coping with Emotions
Invisible Disabilities: Hidden, But Real
Invisible disabilities may be internal or mental, so people living with these issues can endure bullying at any age. My brain injury occurred while in college in 1997 and it forever changed my life and that of my family. It was humbling for me, as a twenty-something, grown man, to be dependent on my parents … Continue reading Invisible Disabilities: Hidden, But Real
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression isn’t something to suffer through in silence. Get help! Postpartum depression is a difficult topic to discuss. Women have feelings of shame as they experience changes in their mood and body after giving birth. There doesn’t need to be guilt surrounding something you can’t control. By understanding what postpartum depression is and taking … Continue reading Postpartum Depression
Morning affirmations for school drop-off
Written by JJ Campbell How do mornings usually go in your house? For the typical household, it’s a mad dash to get everyone out of bed, fed, dressed, out of the house with all of their belongings and into the car or bus for school drop off. Before we go any further, I want you … Continue reading Morning affirmations for school drop-off
How to Parent Children with Bipolar Disorder
Parenting a child with bipolar disorder can be difficult. Here are some ways you can help your child with bipolar disorder. Parenting a child with bipolar disorder is an experience as unpredictable as the mental illness itself. Does it seem like an ever-evolving situation? It may seem when you’ve learned what to do with repeated … Continue reading How to Parent Children with Bipolar Disorder
50 Questions to Ask Your Kids at the Dinner Table
Having conversations with our kids is critical for building a solid foundation of trust, demonstrating steadfast love, and teaching them how to grow as a young person. These 50 questions to ask your kids are a great starting point for conversations around the dinner table. As parents, our schedules are usually packed with things to … Continue reading 50 Questions to Ask Your Kids at the Dinner Table
Conversation Starter Craft for Kids and Moms
Amanda Jass Talking to our kids provides the best chance to understand them. Asking a variety of questions from serious to silly helps us build our relationships with our kids. Most of the year, our kids’ schedules are overloaded with things to do. Whether it’s school or sports or music or something entirely different, there’s … Continue reading Conversation Starter Craft for Kids and Moms
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