Parenting your pregnant teen is a whole new level of motherhood. It can also be a deepening of your relationship.

There is a crucial shift in youth culture, and Christian teens need to understand transgenderism as well as how to respond in love and truth.

Phones are everywhere these days. Knowing how to approach phone time for your kids can be tricky. But here are some strategies for how to create a healthy environment for your kids.

Childhood cancer brought the presence of God in ways they never knew existed.

Are you looking for ideas to help keep your children focused on the reason for the Christmas season?

There are many creative activities to do with your kids that can bring laughter and a sweet time of bonding. Here are fifteen creative ideas to get you started.

Why is Advent important? Advent is a time of hope. When we show our children Advent’s profound truths, they receive a higher hope than anything this world can offer.

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

Does the authoritative parenting style work? Learn more about how this parenting style equips you to discipline and lead your kids well.

From God’s perspective, Christmas is the story of a God of love who desires to have a lifelong relationship with you.

Gratitude rescues us from the trap of negative thinking and helps us enjoy life more. It is an essential trait for parents to develop in their children as they lead them toward a thriving faith.

Raising strong-willed children can be demanding, but it’s also incredibly gratifying. When taught with patience and firm, loving guidance, they can become life-changing leaders.

Encouraging my kids to honor Jesus during the holiday season

“Children inspire in me a sense of wonder. God created each of us uniquely, designed to change the world for good.” – Mandi Hart

I’ve been hearing a lot of mixed messages. What are some of the main influences a child to identify as transgender?

Discussing body image and eating disorders is difficult, but it is important to create a safe place for your teens to express what they are going through.

Does your tween struggle to become comfortable socially? Read about ways to help your children overcome social awkwardness.

Your tween girl needs you as she starts to go through physical and emotional changes associated with puberty. Learn how to appropriately approach the topic of puberty with your daughter.

Steven and Mary Beth Chapman have guided their kids through grief and confusion. They’ve done this by being real and sharing openly as they’ve grappled with their own emotions and unresolved questions.

How learned helplessness develops in families

Here are four things you can do to help your child when they are dealing with anxious feelings.

Does your teen function out of faith or out of fear? Find ways to encourage your anxious teen.

Help children understand that their sexual identity is an indelible part of who God created them to be.

Try these strategies to counteract culture by helping your teen develop a strong, positive identity.

Do you know how to parent your creative kids? Poet Tanner Olson has some advice for you. Learn how to effectively connect, support, and encourage the creativity in your family.

Providing kinship care as a grandparent can be challenging. But Richard Dixson has embraced the opportunity to parent again.

Do you feel like your life is mostly chaos? You have an opportunity to overcome neglectful parenting habits to build a strong foundation for your kids and family.

An in-depth look at what factors may cause a teen to commit suicide.

As a parent, you have the responsibility to protect, guide, and support your child’s education. Equally, you have the right to interact in a meaningful way within your child’s school community to positively impact their future success and learning. As you consider how you can move forward in these areas, remember to focus on what you can control rather than what you can’t. Commit to supporting your relationship with your child to cultivate healthy discussions about potentially sensitive topics such as LGBT curriculum.

The metaverse presents an interesting situation for parents. With its introduction, the line between real and virtual is growing blurrier by the day. That’s why it’s important for parents to have a good understanding of boundaries for your family.

There are hundreds of things to teach our kids during their lifetime. Here are just twenty-five things that I want my kids to know. What would be on your list?

Our culture de-values empathy instead choosing to cultivate narcissism and apathy. Because of this, it’s more important than ever to teach our kids about empathy.

Our long-term goal as parents is to raise children who will practice self-control and manage technology well on their own.

Our teens’ self-worth must come from their knowledge of who Jesus is and from the assurance of His love and care. Parents can emphasize these truths as they model acceptance, forgiveness and love.

Before she was a teenager, Chelsea* had a cell phone. She also had her own bedroom complete with a TV and a computer with Internet access. As she continued growing up into a young teen, she made regular salon visits and had an artificial tan that made her look much older than she was. By […]

In his book Your Best Life Later, pastor Andy McQuitty explores how writing letters to his kids not only prepared his kids to live their best life, but also how he could live his best life as a father. Explore these messages from Andy to positively impact your parenting approach with your kids.

Abuse and neglect affects a child’s belief system. But it is possible to reverse the effects through new words and experiences.

Invisible disabilities may be internal or mental, so people living with these issues can endure bullying at any age.

You can help your children to learn true freedom when coping with emotions and difficult situations by teaching them to think about life using certain words and phrases.

Get tips to help you be a proactive parent during turbulent times.

When fathers choose to serve the Lord, live consistently and seize the opportunity to be present and involved with their children, they encourage identity and teach values.

I knew my daughter was struggling emotionally, but I had no idea about the extent of her depression.

Unfortunately, a guarantee doesn’t come with the safeguarding suggestions, but they can help prevent teen suicide.

When life doesn’t go as planned, you can help your child gracefully move past setbacks and embrace the path God provides.

Out of control children want the boundaries and consistency parents can give. With these three steps you can help your wild child.

Autism in females can be diagnosed and supported in young girls and teens. Girls with autism need to be highlighted and understood.

Knowing how your son or daughter best receives your love and demonstrates it to others will help him or her be secure in the knowledge that he or she is precious in your eyes.

We can’t sacrifice the future that God has for our kids because of our own fears and insecurities. There is a middle, a balance, and a transition. Here are some ways to help your teenager successfully transition into adulthood.

Caregiving for a child with autism may seem overwhelming. But there is hope and help for parents with a child with autism. This is what I learned when, as a grandmother, I became the primary caregiver for my autistic grandson.

Bring the Easter story to life for your kids through one amazing download and four easy-to-use, age-appropriate activities:

Throughout scripture, Jesus treats children with radical care and love to indicate how deeply He values them. It’s no wonder that He continually compared our faith to children. Just as children depend on their parents for daily needs, so too do we rely on God the Father for our spiritual and physical needs.

If we were to stop and scan the scriptures for advice on parenting, one of the themes that would stick out is that God is concerned about the state of our hearts, rather than simply behavior modification.

Don’t get sucked into teen drama . . . by letting go of the battles that aren’t life-changing.

In the face of the fear of growing up, we can help to bring hope, excitement, and victory back into our kids’ lives. God’s word is full of wisdom, and we must not take it for granted.

Home schooling high school is not as scary as it sounds.

Guide your child toward healthier responses to everyday challenges

You never know how talking about war might unlock a different view or perspective for both you and your kids. Beyond their personal development, your kids will benefit in their relationship with you as you show consistent empathy, understanding, and support for them.

Do your kids feel overlooked? Try these simple ways to give them one-on-one attention.

As parents, we deal with the tension between providing freedom and boundaries for our teens. Focus on finding routines and habits that can help you better connect with your teens. Look out for things they enjoy or opportunities to develop a skill or interest. Finally, continue to take an interest in your teen’s interests. Ask questions and show interest in their passions.

What does it mean to live in a disconnected world? There are dramatic implications for kids of all ages. Fortunately, you can foster positive connection with your kids through these tips and strategies.

Today’s kids face new challenges and ask questions our kids didn’t have to two decades ago. But God has provided every answer and truth to help them have a positive mindset that cannot be shaken by this world.

There are few things better than cuddling up with your child and a good book.

Five ways to nurture restraint in your children so they can develop self discipline.

God has equipped us all to have strength during the struggles of life. What have you done to help your children put on God’s armor?

To create a healthy culture of responsibility, it begins with us as parents modeling a willingness to do those small things. Our children will pick up on our actions and will begin to live them out later in life. Watching them do this is in itself a great reward.

Rules are important, but connecting with your teen is essential.

Use these age-appropriate activities to help teach kids about biblical tolerance.

Though you cannot entirely stop your child from having nightmares, there are some immediate responses and preventative measures you can take to help your child get a good night’s rest.

In our day, knowing how to talk with your daughter about issues like sexual orientation, gender identity, and same-sex attraction can seem overwhelming. This is the world your daughter lives in, and she needs you to help her process it.

It’s easier than you think to bless your kids!

How do teen girls make meaningful friendships? It starts with learning about the characteristics of a true friend, what to look for in a friendship and how to work through common friendship problems.

Help your kids want to eat better so they’ll be prepared for a successful day.

Healthy communication at home is the best means of setting your children down the path to a promising future free of alcohol and drug abuse.

Learn to navigate communicating the importance of doing chores to your kids and form your perspective on how chores can impact your family.

Encouraging kids to reflect God’s peace in their interactions with each other.

Would you like more meaningful connection with your teens? Keep reading to learn more about how it’s important to spend face-to-face time with your teens, outside of screen time.

Help your kids eat healthy foods

Need a New Year’s resolution your kids can keep? This year, resolve to intentionally listen for God’s voice in Scripture and respond to Him.

Take the time as a family dive into the Word and help further set the stage for what is to come on Christmas. Here are some bible verses to read to your kids this Christmas Eve.

Vulnerable children experience Christmas differently. Seemingly small, insignificant things can mean the world to them at Christmas.

Take the time as a family dive into the Word and help further set the stage for what is to come on Christmas. Here are some bible verses to read to your kids this Christmas Eve.

Encourage your children to develop grateful hearts that bless others and frame their own perspective.

Are you looking for ideas to help keep your children focused on the reason for the Christmas season?

Help your kids celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.

Advent is a fun, faith-filled way to keep the family focused on Jesus throughout Christmas. Learn how to make Advent for your kids!

Jodie Berndt loves to pray for her children. She’s been doing that for the past thirty years. Now she helps other parents to talk to God, asking for the salvation of their kids, and for wisdom, self-discipline, purpose, a future and much more. She offers fun and practical encouragement that moms and dads can put to work immediately in their daily lives as they prepare their children for a life in Christ.

Find out how others have taught their children the importance of giving gifts or how they as parents have given gifts to their children.

How do I help my teenager know where to “draw the line” physically in relationships with the opposite sex? How far is too far?

Consider parenting your teens in a way that will keep their online lives healthy, too.

Use these ideas to encourage your child’s entrepreneurial spirit.