Some parenting experts say that connecting with a teen is like trying to hug a porcupine. In other words, it’s just not easy. One-word answers, eye rolls, and shrugs might be some of the replies you are used to receiving from your teen on any given day. But if we encourage and receive active engagement […]
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Author, Tim j. Myers shares what inspired him to write Full of Empty. Read along to learn what inspired Tim (and his wife and co-author Priscilla) to write this story about a little girl who is in need of cheering up. Story about the story One of the reasons I love being a writer is
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Author, Dr. Carla Marie Manly, Ph.D., shares what inspired her to write Date Smart. Read along to learn how Dr. Carla created this guide to modern dating and building strong relationships. Dating pain points We all want a “happily ever after.” Regardless of gender, race, or age, finding that perfect soulmate—the ideal life-long companion—is often
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Author, Laurie Hollman, shares what inspired her to write Playing With Baby. Read along to learn how playing with your baby in the first year can enrich their learning for life! Does playing games matter? A baby hears her mother’s voice in utero, claps her hands a few months later, plays peekaboo over and over,
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Author, Brooke Jorden, shares what inspired her to write Next Stop Kindergarten: A Preschool Graduation Affirmation. Read along to learn why Brooke chose preschool gratuation as the subject of her newest book. Transitions Transitions are scary—even for adults. It’s always easier to default to the familiar, the routine. Going to school can be a major
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Author Michael Leannah shares his words of wisdom as an author, teacher, and dad of five. Read along as he explains the seasons of fatherhood and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Lessons Learned I am the dad in a family of five. The kids are now grown, and Gina and I are alone
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Author Liz Swenson shares her ten tips and tricks for new moms to practice self-love because you can’t pour from an empty cup! Liz’s book You Got This, Mama! is the ultimate guide for new moms full of tips, advice, and encouragement. It’s the book sure to help you through your baby’s first year and
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If you are part of a family—any family—you’ve learned that patience is a tremendous virtue. To love other people requires patience. It’s difficult sometimes. In our age of immediate gratification, we can experience it all in seconds. Our culture seems to work against developing this essential attribute, but patience has long been considered a virtue
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Self-care for moms isn’t what it used to be. We used to think of self-care as engaging in activities or practices that feel especially good—perhaps a bit indulgent—and are somewhat stereotyped, like a bubble bath, pedicure, or treat (like a dark chocolate mocha latte). We know these are insubstantial yet yummy distractions that have their
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Those first few months of motherhood are not for the light of heart. Here are my twenty top tips to survive the incredible highs, lows, and physical demands of life with a newborn. 1. Lower your expectations Babies are unpredictable; your experience will be a lot easier if you don’t expect everything is going to
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