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Lessons Learned From Living With A Depressed Teenager 

Lessons Learned From Living With A Depressed Teenager 

Depression takes no prisoners, and for teenagers who are struggling with changing hormones and intense life changes, it is a major battle that is crippling an entire generation. With an estimated 20 percent of teens struggling with depression, and some even taking their own lives – depression is something that […]

The Newest “Lawnmower Parenting” Trend Is Catching Steam – And Here’s Why It’s Not Good

The Newest “Lawnmower Parenting” Trend Is Catching Steam – And Here’s Why It’s Not Good

We’ve all heard of the “helicopter” parents hovering over their children with a hyper-watchful eye, but the latest “lawnmower” parenting trend is proving to be even more disastrous. Lawnmower parents pride themselves on “paving the way” for their children by plowing through any challenge or difficulties a child may endure […]

One-Third Of Kids And Teens Are Lacking Something Important – How Can We Help?

One-Third Of Kids And Teens Are Lacking Something Important – How Can We Help?

When you ask someone how they are doing these days, one of the most typical responses is, “I’m tired.” Parents juggle a dozen things at any given time, and we often stay up late in order to get more done after the kids go to bed. But we’re not the […]

A Monster Has Been Preying On Women – And It’s The Last Person You’d Expect

A Monster Has Been Preying On Women – And It’s The Last Person You’d Expect

We’re all aware of doctors who claim they are helping women by pushing dangerous contraceptives and performing abortions. Then there are the monsters who ignore the few laws that are in place to protect the unborn and conduct “back-alley” style late-term abortions in the name of women’s “health.” But one […]

7 Stress Relieving Moments Parents Can Take

7 Stress Relieving Moments Parents Can Take

It’s no secret parents don’t get a lot of personal time, but that is even more reason to make the most of the moments you do get.  Being a parent is hard- yet rewarding- work that begins with children jumping on your bed and ends with an exhausting battle over […]

Big Emotions Can Cause Big Problems – Here’s How Parents Can Help

Big Emotions Can Cause Big Problems – Here’s How Parents Can Help

Parents are always juggling a dozen things at once… and then the kids are fighting or running through the house or being downright destructive while we’re trying to get everything done. And then, we get completely overwhelmed, and our emotions sometimes get the best of us. The same thing happens […]

3 Reasons To Consider Becoming A Foster Parent  

3 Reasons To Consider Becoming A Foster Parent  

It’s estimated that up to 428,000 children remain in foster care in the United States alone. Many of these children have had tough lives – and have been abandoned and rejected by those who were entrusted to protect them. It’s tragic so many innocent children have been tossed into a […]

Here’s What Overwhelmed Mamas Need Most From Their Husbands 

Here’s What Overwhelmed Mamas Need Most From Their Husbands 

Moms are some of the most strong and resilient women in the world. From childbirth to child-raising – many men stand in awe at their wives wondering how they are able to be so strong, yet so gentle all at the same time. But there’s one thing moms everywhere want […]

Paying It Forward: Child Leukemia Survivor Becomes Nurse And Returns To Help Others

Paying It Forward: Child Leukemia Survivor Becomes Nurse And Returns To Help Others

Leukemia is the most common childhood cancer, and each year thousands of parents receive the devastating diagnosis their precious child has leukemia.  21-year old Katy Payne was herself diagnosed with leukemia, but despite the odds she survived. Not forgetting all she went through, she decided to give back to the […]

Are You An Overwhelmed Mom?  One Little Word Could Make All The Difference

Are You An Overwhelmed Mom?  One Little Word Could Make All The Difference

If there’s a common bond between mothers – besides the unconditional love we have for our kids – it’s the unending stress and exhaustion. We all want the best for our children, and it’s not always easy to balance the needs of our families with all the other things we’re […]