Teaching kids about money

The spending habits children learn when they are young can translate into good or bad habits as adults.

John and Kendra Smiley on January 15, 2016

Homework – the good, bad, and ugly

Some parents believe homework is too stressful and time consuming. Others think it's essential. Check out the "10-minute rule." It may be the answer.

John and Kendra Smiley on January 5, 2016

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Teaching your kids about God

How do you introduce your children to God?

Live the Promise on December 22, 2015

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Having “the talk”

It's not always an easy conversation to have, but parents have to be the one to tell their children about these things - before someone else does.

Neil Stavem on December 2, 2015

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Parenting from contentment

Children won't be perfect. They won't always obey. They won't always fulfill our dreams for their lives. But we can still learn to love them well.

Live the Promise on November 18, 2015

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Growing alongside your adolescent

Did you know that the decisions you make have the power to unlock the unique gifts inside your children?

Neil Stavem on November 4, 2015

3 keys for dealing with sibling rivalry

Do you ever feel more like a referee than parent? Here are three keys for dealing with sibling rivalry.

Randy Carlson on October 28, 2015

The peril of the picky eater

Getting children to eat healthy foods can be a battle.

John and Kendra Smiley on September 15, 2015

Deal me in

When was the last time you played Crazy Eights with your kids? Taking the time to do just that can create a fun learning environment.

John and Kendra Smiley on September 1, 2015

Raising a narcissist

Are your parenting choices encouraging narcissism in your children?

John and Kendra Smiley on August 25, 2015