Summer break is a great time to relax and it's a great time to explore new topics, activities, or ideas that your kids are interested in. Similar to my age-appropriate chore list, these summer activities for kids have been separated into categories Read More
One Thing Parents Can Do To Strengthen The Relationship with Their Child
If you could add one thing to your day that would make your child feel loved and valued... would you do it? One thing to make your child feel important while also helping you connect with your child - no matter their age? It all boils down to you Read More
Unique Rule: Curfew for 16 year olds and 17 year olds.
Establishing curfews for teenagers is one of the first things you'll have to do as they start spending time outside of the home. Raising teens isn't a "one size fits all" parenting deal - every teenager, like every parent, is different and requires Read More
Why I will always be a best friend to my child
Things no one tells you about parenting a teenage boy
THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT PARENTING A TEENAGE BOY Raising our four children, including raising teenage sons, is the joy of my life. We have three boys and one little girl. While there are things that you need to know about raising teenage Read More
Raising kids of noble character (with Monica Swanson)
My dear friend, Monica Swanson, is sharing an excerpt from her book, Boy Mom, today. Monica has four children, as well. Her sons are ages 20, 18, 15, and 9... to say that she has experience raising sons (especially teenage sons!) is an Read More