Every parent receives much dreaded bad news from their child. None of us like it…..ever! How we respond in the earliest moments of the conversation can shape our path moving forward. A calm response doesn’t come naturally to most of us, but we can practice. We can arm ourselves with a few phrases to calm the freak out and move forward together with our kiddo.
Author: Strong Moms
Any loss is hard and every loss needs to be grieved. You are not a wimp for needing to acknowledge that you have lost your footing when things have changed in your life.
While it might seem like a good idea to spend more time with your partner to strengthen the relationship, sometimes the opposite is true. Giving your partner space and time to do the things they love is a powerful way to show that you respect and support their interests.
Letting go of mom guilt and all of the questions that lead to nowhere….What kind of mother am I? Did I do something wrong during pregnancy?….
If you’ve ever felt anxious or worried about your kids safety, or struggled to implement the power of positive thinking, then Episode #82 is for you. Join me to talk about realistic expectations and what to expect when trying to navigate anxious or negative thoughts in a practical way.
Remember, God put you and your child together on purpose. Whether by birth or marriage, adoption or fostering, God is in the details of this mothering business and He put you together for a purpose. Just ask Him. He will let you know.
You heard it here first, having fun is part of a healthy lifestyle. While we are still encouraged to not gather in groups due to COVID, having fun is a greater challenge. Be creative in your efforts and it will pay off.
How do we live a life without judgment? I want to offer the simple idea of a judgment-free zone. We all know it is best to worry about ourselves and not others—so how come it is so hard at times to do so? It is time to practice putting on the words, “Judgment Free Zone.” These words matter!
Don’t wait until all else fails to choose God, include Him first and trust that He will lead you on this journey to care for His precious children.