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Families are in crisis this back-to-school season

Urgent Need: As the back-to-school season begins, families are facing mounting pressure—tough choices, cultural confusion, and strained relationships.

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Intentional Parenting

Rebellion and Intervention

When and where to go for help when your teen rebels

Social Networking Site Safety

Help your teenager exercise safe online social skills.

Being a Diligent Parent

Get 10 tips for becoming a parent who is diligent on a daily basis with teens.

Help your child shift from gimme to grateful

Go From “Gimme” to Grateful Kids

Teaching children to be grateful and generous is a Christmas gift that can last a lifetime.

Punishment Versus Discipline

An effective parent has to learn the difference between punishment and discipline.

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The Right Way to Communicate During Conflict

You’ll be amazed at how easily some arguments are solved after you both feel understood and valued.

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Anger Busters for Kids

Here are eight ideas to calm your child.

Strong Family

Building a Strong Family

Building a strong family comes from leading your family as a group, rather than on an individual basis.

You Are Your Teen’s Biggest Influence

If we want our teens to be dreamers – to picture and pursue a challenging and fulfilling future – we need to be (or become) blue-sky thinkers ourselves.

Childhood Sexual Development

Childhood Sexual Development for 4-8 Year Olds

From the toddler to early elementary school years, there are several important developmental milestones that impact your children. Remember that your child is uniquely designed by God for a specific purpose. Their sexual identity is a large part of that purpose. As a parent, you have the privilege to help your child discover how God …

Your Teen is Wired by God

Is your teen on the track to a meaningful future? Are you finding out what a joy it can be to help a young person make the most of how God has wired him or her?

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Your Teen’s Sensory Preference

Sensory preference has a big influence on success or failure in school and in the choice of a career.

Childhood Sexual Development Ages 0-3

Childhood Sexual Development for 0-3 Year Olds

As your young children grow up, they will face a variety of situations involving their body parts, sexual development, and issues around sexuality. Talking with your children about these topics might feel awkward, and that’s okay. But taking initiative regarding sexual development when your kids are at a young age will benefit your relationship later …

My Success as a Single Mom

After a divorce, you can mend the torn fabric of your family’s life.