Preparing your child for their first day of school
Beginning something new can always feel a little daunting and a child’s first day at school is no exception. Facing the unknown as an...
Embracing boredom
I’m bored! These two simple words are the dread of most parents. For some reason this little phrase has the ability to simultaneously spur...
What fatherhood taught me about God
Are you a parent? If so, you have most probably had your fair share of ups and down.
You know those moments of which I am...
Letting children learn from their mistakes
All humans make mistakes. It's inevitable, whether intentional or not. What we need to focus on is the acknowledging our slip-ups and growing from...
Are you a bad parent?
"If you don't do these things for your child, you are a bad parent."
Is it just me or does it seem as though the...
Parenting: One size doesn’t fit all
The issue of educating children according to their temperament and learning type instead of following a universal, standardised programme is not a new topic...
There’s two sides to grace.
For those of you who have children, you may know the difficulty of finding the balance between grace and discipline. After all, you love...
10 ways to survive (and thrive!) as a first-time mom
Dear new mom,
IT'S OKAY!
Sincerely,
Another mom.
It's okay to feel overwhelmed. It's okay to feel like you're drowning, It's okay to feel like you may just...
Toddlers and ipads
More and more parents are buying their toddlers from age two and up iPads, as a source of entertainment. Some parents may even argue...
4 Qualities That Make A Real Man
There have been many changes in the roles of the sexes over the past 60 years. As a result, the expectation of men and...