Temper tantrums. All toddlers have them and almost all parents struggle with how to deal with them. Here are 8 things you can do to manage a temper tantrum from beginning to end.
Author - Laura Kuehn, LCSW
Book Review: Have a New Kid by Friday by Dr. Leman
Our critical review (including pros and cons) on the popular parenting book, "Have a New Kid by Friday" by Dr. Kevin Leman.
Should I Make My Child Apologize?
Do you force your children to apologize? Is it really anything more than mere words? Here we will explore ways to get to the real issue at hand: true repentance.
How to Apologize to Children- Tips for Christian Parents
Learning to apologize to our children is necessary but often difficult. Learn how you can apologize and model repentance to your children, no matter what age they are.
Tips for Family Devotions
Need some ideas for family devotions? Here are a few ideas and tips to make family devotional time fun and meaningful to all involved.
Energizing Success: Focus on Good Behavior
Do you find that you are always pointing out what your kids are doing wrong? Try focusing on the positive instead of the negative with a technique called "energizing success."
What to do When a Parenting Technique Doesn’t Work
What do you do when you try a new parenting technique and it just doesn't seem to work? You can use our checklist to evaluate and uncover the root of the problem.
Valentine’s Day Activities for Christian Families
Three fun family activities for Valentine's Day that will help your child be "other focused."
A Proven Way to Get Kids to Listen the First Time
A step-by-step guide on how to get kids to listen and obey a command or instruction the first time it is given. It's all in the delivery!
How to Parent a Shy or Sensitive Child
If you have a shy or sensitive child, this article will give you and overview of what it means to be sensitive and how you can best parent such a child.
Why Are You Too Busy? The Fuel Behind the Frenzy
If you find that there are not enough hours in the day to accomplish all that you need to, you may be too busy. Have you every thought why? Here we will explore some common underlying (often unconscious) motivators of busy people.
How to Grocery Shop with Young Kids
Grocery shopping with kids doesn't have to be a drag. Here are 9 things you can do so that the next time you grocery shop with young kids it will be a success!
Words to Encourage Your Children
At the end of the day, do the positives outweigh the negatives in your home? Here are some concrete ways you can encourage your children during the day.
God Can Speak Through Parenting
Parenting can be a window into our relationship with God. Learn how everyday parenting events can give us a deeper understanding of God's love for us.
Christmas Morning Devotional for Kids about Gifts
Take the time on Christmas morning to use all those gifts under the tree as a way to share the gospel with your children.
A Better Way to Do Time Outs – Tips for Christian Parents
This article with guide you through the steps for a better way to do time outs - one that builds in time for God.
How to Help Your Toddler Sit Through a Church Service
Here are seven tips to help your toddler sit through a church service. Try them, they work!