Affected by Affection
How often do you hug your children? We all live busy, stressful lives and have endless concerns as parents, but it is clear that one of the most important things … read more
Article Category: Parenting
Fighting Diet Culture
“David’s mom is fat. She needs to go on a diet.” When my sweet kindergartner innocently uttered this line after school one day, I couldn’t hide my shock. After experiencing … read more
Decoding Teen Talk
I’m obsessed with words. My love affair with language has led me to flip through the dictionary for fun, host competitive Scrabble nights for the entire family, and jump for … read more
The Rules of Parenthood
We all come to parenthood with a certain set of expectations and assumptions about raising kids. Naturally, we assume our partner will share our healthy outlook. That is, until we … read more
What Type Of Parent Are You?
Authoritative Provides structure to a child’s daily routine, including a regular bedtime Establishes clear household rules and reasonable consequences A healthy, open line of communication between parent and child Considered the most effective and … read more
Setting Up Screen Time
Our lives have changed drastically in the past year. For parents like me (I have a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old) — who are assuming multiple roles as caregivers, teachers, and … read more
How to Talk to Kids About a Loved One’s Diagnosis
Learning that you, your spouse or another family member suffers from an incurable illness or a serious, possibly fatal, injury is devastating. After the initial shock, you may wonder how … read more
Connecting with Others
“Why do you talk like that?” I heard the question come from behind me as I helped another child in the Sunday school class. “It’s just the way I am.” … read more
Party On!
Birthday party plans have changed during the pandemic. Scenes of children and their parents crowded into a party room, arms around each other as they sing “happy birthday,” have been … read more
Attitude of Gratitude
Want to really make your kids happy? Teach them the importance of giving to others. Contrary to the common belief that kids need and want more “stuff” to be happy, … read more