Recently a reader asked about using ‘validation and comfort’ with her children. Read my reply below, then try it and see …
How Busyness, Joy and Exhaustion Change Over the Years
Launching teens into adulthood comes with many hurdles and hiccups. Read on as Jen reflects back but also processes her …
When Correction Feels Like An “Emergency”
Have you ever noticed yourself reacting to your kids behavior, disobedience or attitude like it is an emergency that …
The Tension with Screens
Today we're talking about screens! This can be a polarizing topic for some but at its core, we are all navigating these …
The Changes with Teens
Both of my boys are launched into their teenage years (soon to be 14 and 16) and I am discovering first hand what the …
How to Respond When your Teen is Caught in a Mistake
What do you do when you discover your child is hiding things? How we react is important, no matter their age or severity …