It would be easy to tell yourself that having kids doesn't change who you are. That you become a blend of tired and stressed and joyful and exhausted, and perhaps that's all there is to it. But the truth is, you change. You don't ever go back to the way you were before. At the hospital, you may not notice the change immediately. Nurses still help take care of the child - … [Read more...] about How to Find Wholeness After Having Kids
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8 Simple Habits to Foster Positive Attitudes in Children
According to scientific research, humans tend to dwell more on negative thoughts. Parents find it difficult to hear their children express negative thoughts despite the scientific evidence. No parent wants to see their son or daughter wallow in negative thoughts such as sadness, self-doubt, or anger. When you dig deeper, you find that fear, shame, or doubt drives these … [Read more...] about 8 Simple Habits to Foster Positive Attitudes in Children
How to Deal With Stress in Your Teenager
Although it's easy to forget sometimes in our busy lives, we were all teenagers once! Being a teenager is challenging. They have chaotic schedules and pressures at school. They’re navigating the world and trying to find the bridge between being a child and an adult. It’s not an easy task! With hormones and developing brains, teenagers often feel an intense amount of stress. … [Read more...] about How to Deal With Stress in Your Teenager
Top 5 Traits of Highly Communicative Parents
Communication in any relationship is important, and sometimes easily overlooked. Because our children learn from us, the way we communicate to and around them is especially important. Practicing good communication creates a deeper bond within the parent-child relationship, grows your child’s self-esteem, and models healthy communication practices to your child. Making … [Read more...] about Top 5 Traits of Highly Communicative Parents
Personal Growth for Busy Parents
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by parenting? As parents, we tend to put our children before ourselves. However, making time for personal growth - even as a parent - is a necessity. By taking care of yourself and your well-being, you can also show up and care for your family better. Growth does not have to be massive change overnight. Simply taking small steps every day can … [Read more...] about Personal Growth for Busy Parents