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My Son Is Dating a Non-Christian
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How To Deal With Ungrateful Stepchildren
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Can I Call The Police If My Child Is Stealing From Me
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The Mother Of My Child Has Moved On
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Adoption is a very complicated emotional rollercoaster. A child moving in with a new family can be a hard thing for both the child and…
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My Boyfriend Ignores Me When His Daughter is Around
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How Do I Protect My Child From Bad Influence
Many parents wonder “How do I protect my child from bad influence?” It can be truly worrisome to think about who and what your child…
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You check on your child like any other day, and you catch your child touching themselves. What do you do? This isn’t something you were…
15-year-old Still Sleeps With Parents
So your 15-year-old still sleeps with their parents. Is this healthy? Is it normal? You are bound to be full of questions. It is not…
How To Stop Worrying About Your Grown Child
From the moment that tiny baby is placed in your arms, a piece of your heart is officially living outside of your body. There is…
Should I Let My Child Quit Violin
There is something so exciting about trying new things! However, this blissful time can often come to a screeching halt, particularly when we are not…
Choosing Between Love And Kids
When you are choosing between love and kids, there are several factors to look for. This issue will require you to really think about the…
Cutting a Child’s Hair Without Permission
Cutting a child’s hair without permission is okay as long as you are their parent. If it is another child, you will need to have…
I Regret Having My Children With Boyfriend
When you get in a relationship, things for the most part are adventures and love, date nights, and excitement. Everything is about spending time with…
My Boyfriend Wants A Baby Before Marriage
If your boyfriend wants a baby before marriage, it’s time for you to dive down deep and answer some questions as truthfully as possible. Taking…
50 and Still Living with Parents
As we grow older, we get to a point where it is time to move out of our parent’s house and start a new life…
When to Stop Asking Your Kids Where They Are?
Wonder at what point should you stop asking your kids where they are? there are a few things to consider before making this decision for…
My Boyfriend Gets Annoyed With My Son
A common phrase that is said in many blended families is “my boyfriend gets annoyed with my son.” It can be a hard thing to…
Second Marriage With Stepchildren
Whether it has been six months or six years, the impact of a divorce can have a lasting impact on children. As a stepparent, it…
My Stepdaughter’s Boyfriend Broke Her Heart
Ah, young love, the bane of parents around the world. Let’s be honest; teenagers are absolutely blind when it comes to love and relationships. They…
My Grown Stepson Is Ruining My Marriage! – Help!
Forming a new family can be quite challenging. This is exceptionally true for the stepparent who is inadvertently filling another very important person’s shoes. While…
Are Crop Tops Appropriate For 10-Year-Olds
I’ve had countless parents ask me if crop tops are appropriate for their 10-year-old daughters. We don’t want our daughters to be ashamed of their…
My Husband Made a Pass at My Daughter – HELP!
So your husband made a pass at your daughter. This can be a real concern if your daughter lives with you and your husband. First,…
Found Inappropriate Texts on Sons Phone
Many parents all over the world have found inappropriate texts on sons phone. This can be alarming at first and might come as a shock…
Discipline Practices in Different Cultures
Although this article is going to sound stereotypical, certain cultures are more likely to subscribe to different discipline practices. This is by no means a…
My Son is Dating An Alcoholic
What would you do if your child is dating an alcoholic? What should you do? There may be differences between us that make us seem…
Daughter’s Boyfriend Not Good Enough
Many parents think that their daughter’s boyfriend is not good enough. This can be due to multiple reasons which will be covered below. But first,…
Baby Potty Training – a Walk Through Guide
If you are a parent of a toddler, you must be looking for a convenient method to overcome the hassle associated with diapers. That’s where…
My Husband Thinks his Daughter is Perfect
There can be times where parents favor their children more than a normal amount. This is especially common when it involves stepchildren. Many mothers out…
18-Year-Old Son Has No Motivation
In today’s time, motivation is hard to come by. Especially for younger generations, it can be hard to find something to get motivated about. Before…
Free Online Parenting Classes for New Parents
Parenting is hard. We need all the help we can get. For some of us new parents out there a parenting class could really help…
I Don’t Want to Spend Time With My Stepchildren
It can be difficult to find common ground and form a healthy bond with someone else’s children. It can be even worse if the children…
How To Get Your Stepdaughter To Respect You
Children are expected to respect their parents, but in a newly blended family, this feeling can sometimes get lost in the translation. While the instinct…
My Son’s Girlfriend Broke his Heart
Heartbreaks can be one of the worst feelings ever. All of us have felt it at some point in our lives and it is especially…
Do you Dislike Your Teenage Daughter?
So you dislike your teenage daughter. The good news is, you’re not alone. More people than you think dislike their teenagers. Why? Teenage girls can…
What is a Good Curfew for a 19-year-old?
Many parents are stumped when it comes to curfews for their adult children that are still living at home. You may even wonder whether a…
Does Your 13-Year-Old Son Not Want to do Anything?
Does your 13-year-old son not want to do anything? If this is the case, it can be pretty concerning as a parent. there are many…
Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers
There are many outdoor activities for preschoolers that can be fun, safe, and even educational. Depending on the preschooler, some activities are more suitable than…
My 20-Year-Old Daughter is Disrespectful
You feel as though your 20-year-old daughter is disrespecting you. This can be a difficult thing to deal with. We do so much for our…
15-Year-Old Son Has No Friends
So your 15-year-old son has no friends. The good news is, in most cases, this can be taken care of pretty quickly. The bad news…
My Daughter is Flirting With my Husband
It can be startling when you witness your daughter flirting with your husband. Chances are this is her stepfather and not her biological father. Before…
11-Year-old Eats Boogers
Children often have some nasty habits. As parents, we try to teach them that some things are not socially acceptable. Usually, they get the message…
How Much Freedom Should a 13-Year-Old Have?
Deciding how much freedom a 13-year-old should have is tricky. They have now entered their teenage years and want more freedom, but at the end…
Babies Watching TV at 3 Months
Babies Watching Tv at 3 months is a widely debated topic in parenting circles. The first few months when the baby has arrived tend to…
How Often Should I Let my Teenager Go Out
Parenting is not an easy job. It does not come with a handbook, although many of us wish it did. Being a parent often means…
Blending Families With An Only Child
In Harper Lee’s award-winning novel To Kill A Mockingbird, Atticus Finch states “’You can choose your friends but you sho’ can’t choose your family”. While…
My Son Is Dating an Older Man
If your son is dating an older man, there’s a lot to unpack, both emotionally and mentally. It’s my hope that you’ve accepted his romantic…
9 Ways To Tell Your Daughter That You Are Proud Of Her
As parents, we always want to encourage our kids to be better. Stereotypically, most parents give praise when a big accomplishment occurs like a good…
My Son Is Dating A Narcissist – Help!
Once your children begin dating, it opens a whole new world of possibilities. It brings in a new member to the family which can be…
How To Convince My Son To Get Married
So you want to convince your son to get married, but he doesn’t see eye-to-eye? One of the many things parents have to face is…
My 21-Year-Old Daughter Has Never Had a Boyfriend
As parents, it’s natural to care about our adult children’s happiness. It can be tough when you’re trying to figure out why your 21-year-old daughter…
Is it a Sin to Not Talk to Your Parents?
Family dynamics are challenging. Every family is unique, but very few families are problem-free. We are raised to believe we should love God, love our…
I Love My Girlfriend But I Don’t Like Her Kid
Every single person in this world is different in one way or another. That is what makes individuals so unique! However, these variances can cause…
Contemplating Divorce Due to Stepchild – Help!
Is your stepchild ruining your marriage? Has it gotten to the point where you are contemplating divorce due to a stepchild? When you or your…
Why Do My Parents Hate Me But Love My Siblings?
It can be difficult to handle when you feel like your siblings get all the attention. You’re left wondering why you take all the criticism…
Consequences for Students Who Don’t Do Homework
Many parents wonder what are some consequences for students who don’t do homework. It can be a challenge to get your students to do their…
Using WP Show Posts
Adding post lists and grids to your Site couldn’t be easier than with the WP Show Posts plugin. Dispatch uses the Free version to display…
Should I Let My 18-Year-Old go on a Road Trip
Many parents have asked the question should I let my 18-year-old go on a road trip? The answer to that question varies on many different…
My Teenage Son Comes Home Late
Raising teenagers today is different from what it has been in the past, but in many ways, the parent-teen relationship is very much the same….
Letter To My Daughter Asking For Forgiveness
Here is a letter to my daughter asking for forgiveness. To my daughter, I’m sorry. I had my daughter at a young age. I was…
3-Year-Old Humps To Fall Asleep
Self-discovery — It sounds like a refined and reflective time in one’s life where a person explores their inner feelings and emotions. Unfortunately, when it…
I Can’t Accept My Partner’s Child
Finding true love is a monumental task. It is hard enough to find your perfect person, but having to fall in love with an entire…
Daughter Chooses Boyfriend Over Her Family
It can really hurt when your daughter prioritizes her boyfriend over her family. Sometimes it can feel like you are the one responsible for this…
My Daughter Has Internet Friends and It’s Terrifying
I couldn’t believe we were here. How did we go from pigtails and coloring with Mommy and Daddy to confiscating phones and my daughter having…
Why Is My 23-Year-Old Son So Angry? – Help!
The teenage years get a lot of attention for being a difficult time in our children’s lives. What many fail to mention is that young…
Can I Teach My 13-Year-Old to Drive?
It’s tempting to want to teach your children to drive young. They are likely very excited about learning to drive and are asking you non…
Why is My Son in the Bathroom For A Long Time?
Are you noticing some strange behavior from your son? Maybe he’s locking his bedroom door when he used to leave it wide open or staying…
How to Get your Son to Break up with his Girlfriend
Relationships can either be a blessing or a toll. If you are in a situation where you are trying to find out how to get…
Being a Mom is Too Much for Me
Parenting is one of the hardest things to do when it comes to life. It can take a mental and physical toll on you as…