Family Update Archives

There are five parenting traps that many well-intentioned modern parents fall into without even knowing it.

Yes, there are cheesy Hallmark or Santa Claus movies, but why not add some movies to your queue this year that particularly focus on the story of...

This year many of us may not be able to gather to observe Advent at church but that doesn’t mean you can’t embrace this meaningful practice in your...

The Thanksgiving season is a time to reflect on those things that are a blessing to our lives. And, this year in particular, I can find many...

For a lot of us, the safest option to see our family this year is Zoom Thanksgiving. Despite the shift in plans, memories and long-standing...

Praying for your grandkids is one of the most sacred things you could do.

If you are walking through a stage of parenting where there is conflict between your children, here are a few suggestions and tricks to help...

As the world navigates unprecedented challenges, parents are faced with the daunting task of modeling gratitude to their children. Research shows...

Reading is a good time to begin familiarizing grandchildren with biblical truth and planting seeds of God’s love in their hearts.

Your electronic devices can be fabulous additions to your family’s options for entertainment and education. But a major error many parents make is...

Check out these 8 ways to develop lasting bonds and note how your family is doing in each area and where you might work on strengthening bonds.

Grandparents are an invaluable asset to the upcoming generation.

This simple idea will help cultivate a deep and consistent prayer life in your children, all while helping you to deepen your bond as well!

There are specific things you can pray for your children, in hopes they will realize their need for a Savior, and walk in fellowship with Him. Here...

In my years as a pediatrician and a parent of four, I’ve recognized two common mistakes parents make that seem like a good idea but are actually...