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Highly sensitive people feel things much more strongly than others do and need empathy. How can parents discipline children that are highly...

Our loves can blind us. Watch out for these 9 “normal” habits.

Adults become stressed and overwhelmed leading into Christmas--it makes for a lot of hustle and bustle and fewer moments enjoying your family....

Some kids may cry, some may not react at all - but the most important thing is to embrace their feelings and comfort them. Let them know that you...

While I did my best to honor the Lord and my loved ones by speaking well of them and praying for them, nothing changed or fixed the situation. And...

Instead of giving them an actual wrapped gift, consider a gift to something you can do as a family. What about a certificate to watch the newest...

We need to celebrate the big and small events of our child's life. Holding a blessing ceremony can make them feel special and allow them to make a...

One upheaval after another has stolen the comfort of familiar routines and cherished traditions for our kids. But God is ready and able to show us...

My daughter and I have been chatting about Nanny spending her first Christmas with Jesus. Do they decorate in Heaven? Can Nanny see us decorating...

If you’re the kind of mom who’s worried enough about doing a good job to give yourself a mom-fail hashtag, you’re probably not doing anything to...

I wanted the experience to be as helpful as possible and serve as a touchpoint. When they encountered future loss, I wanted them to remember what...

I tried to leave wide margins in my mind and heart about what our time all under one roof again could or would look like. I tried not to assume how...

There is beauty in children knowing they are loved, safe, and don't have to keep any secrets from you, and when they are empowered to understand...

I don't know much, but I do know what's awesome about this holiday, and how to ensure my family, like the reborn Scrooge, knows how to keep...

There’s a lot to be said about our time, and how we are willing to spend it. God is purposeful, layering opportunities into each day of our lives...