Articles in Faith, Bloggers and Family Life

One More To Love

on August 10, 2016

Families are defined in such a variety of ways nowadays, I think it helped that my partner was not attempting to be some kind of substitute dad, but rather an additional grown-up to help guide and care for her. ... Read full article

Dads, Your Children Need You

on May 29, 2019

Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation.” –Psalm 68:5 (ESV)... Read full article

A Special Solution To Sibling Strife

on June 03, 2016

They’d barely tumbled in the door from school when it started. “Mom! I called that seat first!” “Mom! She took two cookies and I only got one!” And there I was, jumping in to play referee...again. ... Read full article

It's Fall, Y'all! October Fall Family Activities

on October 03, 2017

I want to tell you about all the awesome one-time or annual events coming up this fall. ‘Tis the season–for festivals! Let’s jump in!... Read full article

What Parenting Defense Are You In This Season?

on September 22, 2017

Defense is defined as protecting your goal. This got me thinking. What is my goal for my children? What values and hopes and dreams are we trying to defend? ... Read full article

Zebras on the Horizon

by Dr. Mindy Calandro, Pediatrician on April 11, 2019

In medicine, you are taught to be on the lookout for “zebras in the horse pasture.” In other words, you should always keep in mind that the uncommon or out of place could be sitting right in front of you.... Read full article

Raising Joel: Parenting a Complex Child

on April 03, 2017

Throughout their struggle of bringing some calm to their family life, David and Jessica learned a lot, especially a new level of patience.... Read full article

Four Ways To Lead Your Child Through Loss

on January 31, 2017

Learn how to help your child deal with the loss of someone close.... Read full article

Picky Eaters, Tantrums, Thumb-Sucking, Oh My!

on November 01, 2018

Toddler Tricks and How to Deal with Them... Read full article

How Far Should You Go To Respect Your Teen's Privacy

on August 05, 2016

Locking doors, whispering with friends, and mysteriously passing through the house—actions similar to that of an undercover operative and also commonly attributed to teenagers wanting to preserve their privacy.... Read full article