Sibling Rivalry: The Good, bad, and the In-between
By Kaitlin Harker “Mom!” your oldest child yells, “Jacob took my video game!” You run into the living room to see what is going on. Once again, they are fighting over the video game they were supposed to be sharing. With a sigh of exhaustion, you talk to your...
The Most Dangerous Apps of 2022
By Kim Yerkes Last summer my nieces and nephews introduced me to TikTok. I love laughing and I enjoyed watching the funny videos. I even started a TikTok for my dog that summer. After a couple months, my kids started to watch a handful of videos with me while we ate...
Empower Your Child Today Through Positive Self-Talk and Affirmations
By Emie Marulanda Your children will struggle with their self-image at some time in their lives. They might feel unhappy with their body image or that they always have to live up to others expectations. to others or to what they see in the media. They might feel like...
Simple and Amazing Strategies for Your Child’s Anxiety
By Kaitlin Harker You and your family are walking into a crowded restaurant and are planning on having a good time and just relaxing. Then, your child’s hands start shaking, they go a little pale, and they begin to have trouble breathing. Perhaps these same signs...
6 Video Games You Won’t Hate as a Parent
By Mariana Pacheco There are moments when we, as parents, just need a few minutes to ourselves. Whether it be to work on something, cook, clean, or even just breathe, could video games be a good option for keeping our kids engaged in these situations? According...
5 Family-Saving Limits to Set With Screen Time
By Emily Marulaunda and Damon Rennaker Do you find that your child is spending too much time with screens? Do they throw a tantrum when you try to get your phone back? Do they give you the stink eye when you shut off the TV? Do you wonder if your child is possibly...
Three Ways to Teach Our Kids Their Bodies Are Not Just for Looks
By Melissa Martineau Our kids are constantly bombarded with images about how their bodies should look. From the moment they wake up, televisions, billboards, and even peers at school celebrate computerized, filtered views of an impossible beauty standard. It can be...
Commonly Used Emojis That Every Parent Should Know
By Emie Marulanda *This article is part of a series. You may find it helpful to check out our other articles on common slang used by our kids, text codes, or other search engine terms that have become part of our culture in the digital age. It’s no secret that...
The Powerful Role a Good Dad Plays in a Child’s Life
A Father’s Day Message By Emie Marulanda A good Dad can change the world! Just as mothers play a vital role in their children’s lives, father’s play an equally powerful role in their children’s lives–that no one else can truly fill. And this role has a significant...
Be Your Child’s First Choice for Sex Ed –Instead of Google
By Kim Yerkes As an adult who grew up in the ”90s”, I didn’t have constant information available. I remember fighting with one of my friends over whether there are people in the world who don’t fart. She was adamant that she didn’t pass gas. We never resolved that...
