As parents, there are many things outside our control. We might try to enforce our schedules and desires, but our children are their own...

We have four children in our home ranging in age from 12 to 18. Four hungry children with hungry friends who wander into our...

As a parent of a child with disabilities, thinking about your child’s future after you are gone might seem overwhelming — and even a...

With tablets, smartphones, apps, streaming services, gaming devices and social media at their fingertips, teens and tweens have the potential to be overwhelmed with...

Playdates are great for both kids and parents. They break up the monotony of the day and add scheduled time for socialization and play....

We are our children’s biggest cheerleaders. We root for them. We protect them. We teach them. And we advocate for them. All children need...

Communication is a vital part of our day-to-day lives. It is how we connect with others, express our thoughts and feelings, and learn more...

When our kids are young, it’s hard to imagine them beyond the years of naptime, snacks and playdates with friends. The thought of talking...

Run. Jump. Swim. Climb. Hop. Skip. Pedal. Physical activities such as this have tremendous value for both young and old alike. Exercise gets our...

As I type these words, I am sitting in a car with my family, headed to a college town over four hours away so...

Every season of parenting comes with its unique set of blessings and challenges. There are joys and struggles we experience daily, sometimes simultaneously, as...

It’s hard to believe it’s already that time of year for fall decorations, bonfires, football games and Halloween preparations. As parents, we hope Halloween...