Parenting is hard. Just when I feel like I have a rhythm for how I need to show up, things change and it can feel like …
“Mutual Satisfaction” and the Power Years
Having teens who are growing into adults is an exciting and often daunting season! Something that is helping our family …
Using Validation and Comfort
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 …