Parent conversations: How can parents and kids manage stress?
As a parent, I recognize that my response to stress is important because it’s likely to be copied by my children. “Do as I say, not as I do” seldom…
Parent conversations: What do your prayers for your children include?
Before our children are even born, we begin praying for them. This month, see how three Christian parents approach praying for their children. Then, share how you pray for your…
Parent conversations: How do we resist making our parenting law-based?
One of the reasons that I appreciate this column is that it continually reminds me of the importance of balancing law and gospel as a Christian parent. I don’t need…
Parent conversations: What Bible passages do you turn to most as a parent?
Although it’s not specifically discussing parenthood, Psalm 62 has always been my spiritual lifeline. When I face tough times as a mom, it’s Psalm 62 that comforts and encourages me.…
Parent conversations: How can we help kids develop positive, healthy habits?
I consider myself an organized person, but when it comes to parenting, I often feel like a firefighter living in a house full of arsonists, running around putting out one…
Parent conversations: What tactics do you use to encourage children to tackle difficult tasks?
I love that the two authors of our articles this month both referenced science fair projects. Is there any more dreaded parenting task than helping a child navigate this complex…
Parent conversations: How can we model good listening skills for our kids?
Young people are frequently criticized for spending time on their smartphones even in social situations where they should be interacting with others around them. Yet I know that I’m finding…
Parent conversations: How do we help our kids move on from mistakes?
We all know what it’s like to beat ourselves up after we make a mistake. We’ve also probably contributed to our kids doing the same thing. Rather than perpetuating that…
Parent conversations: How can we instill gratitude in our children?
How many times have you reminded your children to say “Thank you” when they’ve received something? More than you can count, right? Why do you do it? Part of the…