(Inside: Strong dads, this is what you do, and this is how it shapes our families in the best of ways.) When a dad encourages his children and tells them …
My Big Kid: When Life is Tough, Remember Your Roots and Home
(Inside: When life is tough, draw comfort from your roots. My big kid, I hope your thoughts always bring you home to where you’re loved.) Dear Big Kid, I hope …
Parents, How Your “No” Helps Your Teen Better Navigate Their World
(Inside: Why is it hard for parents to say “no”? How a “no” from loving parents protects and sets your kids up to thrive.) Your teens need your “no.” They’re …
When Parenting is Hard, You Have a Powerful Choice
Parenting is hard and that doesn’t mean you are doing anything wrong. When parenting is hard you have a powerful choice…
Parents, Your Teens Want You Even More Than Their Phones
Teens want their parents. They don’t always say it, but their knee-jerk reactions always show it. Teens want their parents. Read on…
When Your Teen is Mad, This is What They Need
When your teen is mad, this is what they need. When your teen is mad, remember this one thing…
Parents, You Can Change Direction, and That’s Powerful
Parents, you can always change direction. It’s your superpower. We can’t redo, but we can always renew. Read on…
You Need This Healthy Perspective in Parenting Teens
A healthy perspective in parenting teens is a game changer for my mental health and ability to raise my kids from a place of hope.
6 Easy Freezer Meals for Teens to Make
6 easy freezer meals that teens can make, helping the family out. Empower teens to like cooking and learn to enjoy contributing to home life
Two Parenting Ingredients That Will Help You Better Thrive
Two parenting ingredients that will improve your relationships with your big kids and help everyone better thrive.