Parent conversations

Providing support on your parenting journey

Being a Christian parent is challenging. Although we have a wonderful resource in God's Word, the Bible doesn't always answer our parenting questions with black and white answers--and neither does "Parent conversations." What "Parent conversations" does provide is real-life perspectives from parents who are struggling with the same questions as you. Have a question? Join the conversation! Submit questions or comments through our contact form.

Looking for insight on a particular parenting topic? Search the "Parent conversations" archive. More articles continue to be added, so check back regularly. 

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Parent conversations: How can we help kids develop positive, healthy habits?

By Karrie Balza
I consider myself an organized person, but when it comes to parenting, I often feel...
Upset little girl in messy room

Parent conversations: What tactics do you use to encourage children to tackle difficult tasks?

By Sarah Reik
I love that the two authors of our articles this month both referenced science fair...
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Parent conversations: How can we model good listening skills for our kids?

By Laura Reinke
Young people are frequently criticized for spending time on their smartphones even in social situations...
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Parent conversations: How do we help our kids move on from mistakes?

By Ann M. Ponath
We all know what it’s like to beat ourselves up after we make a mistake....
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Parent conversations: How can we instill gratitude in our children?

By Laura Schaefer
How many times have you reminded your children to say “Thank you” when they’ve received...
Parent Conversation Question

Parent conversations: How can parents find the balance between being too restrictive and too permissive?

By Casey Holtz
Am I the only parent who doubts herself so much that one minute I’m nervous...
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Episode 33 – Teaching kids how money works

How can we help our kids to learn to manage the financial resources that God gives them? Linda Buxa shares her family’s approach—and how you can incorporate it in your family.

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Episode 32 – What’s a parent’s role in dating?

The idea of our children dating can be . . . unsettling. Pastor Donn Dobberstein, father of four children ages 15-22, shares his strategies for how to navigate this season of parenting.

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Episode 31 – Facing a parent’s illness as a family

Mom’s sick. Now what? Hear from Kerry Ognenoff on what her family faced during her recent illness.

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Episode 30 – Protecting kids without scaring them 

How do we prepare our children to handle dangerous situations without scaring them? Are we avoiding important conversations? Sarah Reik and Dan Nommensen offer practical tips to help.

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