The Back-to-School Happy Dance
I always have a wistful feeling when the end of summer approaches, and I know the family will be transitioning back into the school year,…
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Biblical Wisdom for Every Stage of Christian Parenting
Whether you’re rocking babies, raising teens, navigating adult children, or supporting grandkids, Christian parenting is a lifelong calling. From practical tips for little ones to biblical encouragement for foster care, special needs, and beyond, explore faith-filled resources designed to equip and uplift parents in every season. These Christ-centered articles offer hope, guidance, and real-life wisdom to help you parent with purpose, grace, and unshakable faith.
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Joy Born from Loss: An Adoption Story
I’ve been nesting lately. Toys sorted, clothing passed on, bedrooms repainted and furniture rearranged. Our fifth child is arriving this week! We have been experiencing…
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An Ode to … Me
It was one of those checkout lines that was not made for women with four children seven years old and under. Twenty, maybe thirty minutes…
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Father Love
Sweet memories tumble through my head and slowly spill out of my eyes as salty tears. It was supposed to be just another one of…
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Moving, Autism, and a Tired Mommy
Yesterday I pulled into the driveway and eldest burst into tears. Why? The realtor had put a sign in our yard. It was official. We…
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Royal Fascination
By Princess Julia DesCarpentrie “Princess jammies!” wailed my over-tired 2-year-old daughter. The strawberry, monkey, and ballerina pajamas were unacceptable. Only the nightgown with Disney princesses…
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Avoiding Burnout: 31 Tips for Entering the No-Fry Zone
Author’s note: Some of you know that I struggle painfully with overcommitting, overworking, and a number of other (uh, prideful, fearful, faithless…) related issues that…
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Wise TV Choices
Are you one of “those” moms who is always the lone boycotter of the newest TV fad? Turns out, you’re a good mom and some new research proves just how much you’re protecting.
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10 Practical Ideas to Help Stop the Whining, Already!
Does your family have a whiner? (Do you grimace when I mention this person?) One of my children, who is five, has managed to bring…
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Ready, Set, Go: Rising Early in the Morning
Morning time is a struggle most days. I think it has a lot to do with lack of sleep due to potty-training toddlers and my…
