Kids, Family, & Parenting

Pregnancy and Feeling Insecure

The last five months of pregnancy haven’t been easy. On top of dealing with nausea and food aversions and other lovely pregnancy symptoms, I also battle a lack of confidence.

Two Sisters Are Overwhelmed With Joy at Some Great News!

A young couple told their precious little girls wonderful news...and they couldn't have gotten sweeter reactions! Watch, as these little girls become beyond excited about this special news.

FREE Summer Reading Programs

School is almost out for the summer, so make sure a strong reading program is part of your child's summer!

Here is a huge list of FREE Summer Reading Programs; many that your children can take advantage of to earn FREE books, prizes, and cash!

What Makes a Mom "Real?"

"What Makes a Mom Real?" you ask. Good question . . . one that isn't easily answered. And yet, there is a way to remember the 8 key attributes of "real moms."

How to Create Your Vacation Plans

Do you dream about experiences you'd like to have with your family? Then grab a piece of paper...

When Our Children Reflect the Gospel

God loves children and He uses them to teach the older and the aged the very life lessons we try so hard to teach the young. You'll be surprised and blessed to see how many ways God teaches us about faith through those little one's eyes.

Running on Empty? Find Your Reason to Get Out of Bed

When life starts to feel like drudgery, we must "number our days" so we can live wisely.

Create the Home Your Family Needs

Every day, you have incredible opportunities to influence the next generation through your work as a mom. Find out how you can make the most of those opportunities by creating a loving and secure environment for your family at home.

2 Year-Old Bedtime Bandit - You'll Never Guess What He Steals!

Leaving his parents clueless to how this 2 year-old was getting in his sisters room at night, they set up a hidden camera...and they were surprised at what they saw! How cute!

Video: Adorable Flower Girl Makes an Unforgettable Entrance

This little flower girl makes an entrance that NO one will forget. :) It's hilarious!!!

The Date or Not-to-Date Debate

Ask ten committed Christians their philosophy on dating, and you're likely to get ten different answers. Should they "kiss dating goodbye" or "give dating a chance?" One thing that all ten of those Christians likely would agree on: Our culture's model of dating is not a healthy model for Christians. Get some wise insight on what's the right thing for you and your teens.

10 Ways to Reconnect After Baby

“First comes love, then comes marriage. Then comes the baby in the baby carriage.” But after baby, what happens to love and marriage? If you’ve made that transition from married to married with kids, you know that reconnecting as a couple is difficult to maneuver.
Here are some tips to get you through the first weeks, months (and maybe years) of child-rearing.

Domestic Disorder

What do you do when you're torn between cleaning the ever-dustier, ever-dirtier house you live in - and nurturing, teaching, and parenting those precious little sweeties? Is there a solution or middle ground between a clean house and successful parenting?

When Parenting Feels Lonely

Being a new mom can feel so fulfilling....and lonely. What can you do when God gives you the gift of children, yet you feel so empty inside?

The Stress and Strain of Being Supermom

A new study shows that "supermoms" who believe they can juggle children, home, husband, career and volunteer work perfectly end up more stressed. Does that describe you?

Keeping Kids and Teens Tobacco-Free

The teen years bring plenty of changes for students, as well as new worries for parents. Smoking is at the top of that list for many parents.
But here are some concrete ways you can dramatically shrink the chances your child will try smoking.

The Parent Connection - What You Can Do to Improve Your Child's Education

A new study of the American family's "passion points" from Just Kids, Inc. reveals that most families (45 percent) agree schools and education are their top priority. Yet, parent involvement in their children's education is at an all-time low.

Five Sunday Strategies for Mompreneurs

As a mom and an entrepreneur, taking a day off is not in my nature. But keeping holy the Sabbath day is actually a habit that helps me recharge and prepare for the week to come. Here are five simple strategies I use to make the most of my weekly day of rest.

Video: Adorable Twins Fall Asleep While Eating Spaghetti

Twins have a special bond that only they can understand...they can read each others thoughts and complete each others sentences. But these cute little guys take it to a whole new level with their synchronized snoozing!

ABCs of Ending the Homework Hassle with Your Kids

For many families, homework is the number one source of conflict between parents and their kids.

Adorable Baby Twins Dance to Daddy's Guitar

These sweet identical twins share the same taste in music--watch them boogie down when daddy plays the guitar!
We DARE you not to smile!

Moments for Mom: Letting Them Grow Up

My baby is not my baby anymore. (In case you're wondering if time flies…yes, it does.) So I'm now working on letting go, something I have no desire to do whatsoever. Can you relate to that? Find some counsel on letting go.

Create a Close Mother-Daughter Bond

How well do you know your daughter? Do you know for certain that she feels she can turn to you with the tough issues of life? Learn some practical ways to build a strong relationship between you and your daughter.

Seven Strategies to Build a Strong Work Ethic in Your Kids

The ability to work hard, to tolerate frustration, and to take responsibility doesn’t just happen without a push from parents.

Should I Put My Child in Day Care?

With the academic year starting up soon, many mothers face the fall with this same question. Here's some sound input to help you with your decision.

Helping Students Manage Money

Money management is one skill that can be difficult for young adults to master as they head off on their own. But no matter what stage of life - whether they're entering college or the work force - every young adult should learn how to handle their money.

Cooking with Kids Makes Meals and Memories

Cooking can be so much more than simply getting dinner on the table. When you cook with your kids, it can lead to better relationships with food and with each other. Getting kids involved in the kitchen gives them life skills they'll need, teaches them about new foods and healthy eating, and it can be a great way to have fun and bond together.