Parenting

When we become mothers or fathers, somehow, there’s an incoming powerful and indescribable love for our children. Children are a gift of the Lord, and naturally, we will want to protect and want the best for them. Check out our articles below, and we hope they will be a source of encouragement for you.

 

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Getting a Sense of Adolescence

Getting a Sense of Adolescence

Getting a Sense of Adolescence Connecting with Your Teen through Attentive Listening   Photo by @talen   As your child grows, you will slowly notice how aging changes the way they interact with you as their parent. While infants and children up to age 12 may...

Getting a Sense of Adolescence

When a child reaches adolescence, they begin to show signs of maturity, not just mentally but also physically and socially. They begin to develop the ability to think abstractly, become more concerned with complex topics such as philosophy, politics, and social issues, think long-term, set personal goals, and compare themselves with their peers. They may begin to struggle with independence and control, but you should not fight fire with fire. A recent study showed that an effective way to make teens open up more is not through talking back at them or reprimanding them – instead, by taking a more retrospective and understanding approach through attentive listening.

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Teaching Kids Respect

Teaching Kids Respect

A Lesson in Respect Raising Children with an Appreciation for Life   Published: March 25, 2021   photo c/o Everyday Adventure Fam     As they age, children experience their world expanding before their very eyes. From the four corners of their...

Understanding and Coping with Parental Burnout

Understanding and Coping with Parental Burnout

Keeping the Fire Burning Understanding and Coping with Parental Burnout Published: March 17, 2021   photo c/o @jan_twentii   Being a mom or a dad to children may be a dream to many, but one has to be prepared to fulfill the many responsibilities that go with...

Culture of Resiliency for the Family

Culture of Resiliency for the Family

Bounce Back, Move Forward Cultivating a Culture of Resiliency for the Family    Published: March 3, 2021     Every day, we face different types of challenges that test not just our physical strength, but also our mental and emotional prowess. In the midst of...

Bridging the Generation Gap

Bridging the Generation Gap

When faced with a situation that highlights the generation gap between you and the other person, remember that you were young once or you will get to your parents’ age, too. Always observe humility and respect in everything that you do.

Avoid Playing Favorites

Avoid Playing Favorites

As parents, you should not rely on your words alone in making your children feel that the love and warmth that you give are spread evenly. Here are some things that you can do to secure a happier home filled with well-loved and contented kids.

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