Christian Parenting Blog

Power Struggles Aren’t Just a Problem for Tiger Mothers

Written by Becky Bennett

One of 2011’s most-talked-about books is a good reminder to parents to avoid unnecessary conflict over control. But the answer to dealing with this kind of battle is not complete surrender....

Teens and Technology: How to Protect Your “Cubs”

Written by Todd Carey

Today’s fast-paced, connected world can be dangerous for teens, and parents naturally desire to protect their children like a momma bear protects her cubs. According to MassWildlife.org,...

Parents Make Mistakes

Written by Mary Lee Johnston

It took a dramatic incident to show me I had misjudged my son years before. I was driving down the road early one morning as the sun was coming up, when suddenly a black panther leaped across the...

The Gift of Attention

Written by Todd Carey

Children need attention—they demand it. If they don’t get attention from their parents with positive actions, they may seek it with negative actions or seek it elsewhere. Pay attention...

A Mother Looks at the Fifth Commandment

Written by Aimee Lemen

How does God expect parents to view parental honor? Having recently lost my own mother, I have been contemplating all things parenthood and, particularly, motherhood. My mother was an amazing...

“They’re Playing Our Song!” Helping Children Build Right Relationships With the Opposite Sex

Written by Todd Carey

Teens and even preteens are being rushed into romantic relationships. What can parents do to encourage healthy guy/girl friendships without regrets? I was watching a football game when a...

Picky Eaters? I’m an Expert!

Written by Becky Bennett

While I do not claim to be an expert on any other parenting subject, I do claim expertise on picky eating! In fact, I’ve been the go-to person in the family for advice on picky eaters since...

Hands-On Money Management: Allowing for Allowances

Written by Becky Bennett

So many areas of child development take time. But one area that seems to develop with amazing quickness is a desire for things! “I want …” is one of the earliest phrases children...

How Do We Apply Balance in Raising Children?

Written by Paul Suckling

Correction and discipline are important and sensitive subjects in parenting. Extremes have caused untold damage, leading to invasive national laws. How can parents apply a biblical balance in this...