We need to endure moms, because motherhood is a marathon that we cannot quit.
Read MoreNever forget to pause and pray in the midst of a hard conversation, ask the Holy Spirit to guide you and give you the words or help you keep silent as He desires.
Read MoreOne of the biggest challenges I’ve discovered as a mom is when my child and I are not getting along.
Read MoreIf your child still has severe anger issues by the time they are 4 years old or even older, it more than likely is because you didn’t deal with them effectively when they were 2 or 3.
Read MoreSchool can be tough on our children, and if we are honest, it can be tough on us. Here’s my best advice (gleaned from over 50 combined years of my own kids being in school!) for handling whatever this year throws your way…
Read MoreWhen real life hits us in the face, it is hard to follow all the “good advice” well-meaning people share with us. It is hard because marriage is hard.
Read MoreNo one likes to wait. We all wish training our children in obedience or creating a welcoming home came as easily and quickly as an Amazon Prime order. But it takes time to teach a toddler to obey and it takes time to save up for furniture that you love.
Read MoreConflict comes with the territory of living in a family honestly. But when you’re around it every day, the silly conflicts that our kids initiate and participate in are enough to drive mom crazy!
Read MoreMotherhood sometimes feels like one long test, doesn’t it? Only with this test, you don’t discover if you’ve passed or failed until your kids are adults!
Read MoreIf your child is struggling with bedtime, either going to bed or staying in bed, here are some ideas that might help.
Read MoreTalking to our kids about sex is something that we all cringe at a little bit, am I right? We know it’s important and we want to get it right, and consequently, a lot of us put it off until our child finds out about sex from a neighbor or a classmate. And then we feel like we’re repairing damage instead of being proactive!
Read MoreThis week, I would love for you to reflect on the following questions when it comes to your own phone use. Do you need to make a change to be more present for your family in this season?
Read MoreWe all lose our cool at times with our children. It’s not pretty and I’m not proud of the times I’ve been there. I’m just being straight with you! Here are three tips on how to keep your cool.
Read MoreThe metamorphosis from boy to man can be hard on a mom’s heart. But it’s something we need to learn to embrace, because it’s a good and right transition!
Read MoreWhile it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tasks to be completed and things to stay on top of, here are two things to remember so that you are able to manage family life without losing your mind.
Read MoreIt is hard to be grateful when you have an abundance of anything. Reflect on your own life, isn’t that the truth?
Read MoreThe truth of the matter is that managing family life is, for the most part, still mom's domain - whether she also works outside of the home or not.
Read MoreAt the end of the day, we all have struggles and we all experience the highs and lows. God is there for you through the mountains and the valleys. Reach out to Him.
Read MoreThe ‘witching hour’ is that time of day, late afternoon to early evening, when your children seem to lose all control and everyone is getting on each other’s nerves.
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