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Grace-filled, science-based, and trauma-informed parenting articles and podcasts

Have you heard the Connected Families podcast?

Thanks for visiting our blog. If you’ve not yet tuned into our podcast, you’re going to want to. Next time you’re washing dishes or folding laundry, let Connected Families’ message of grace and truth seep into your parenting.

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What Causes Anger Issues in a Child? | Ep. 46

What do you do when your child gets angry? What causes anger issues in a child? When kids respond with angry, aggressive behavior, stress and fear are often the underlying emotions. Children who have experienced trauma often react with heightened…

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How Do I Support My Friend Who Is Adopting?

November is National Adoption Awareness Month here in the United States. In honor of that we’ve asked Anna Braasch, Executive Director of Connected Families, to share her insight on how to support friends who are currently adopting or have already…

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Parenting Kids from Hard Places with Unique Needs | Ep. 45

Are you parenting a child through adoption or foster care? Are you struggling with bonding to your child or their attachment to you? Your feelings of isolation and discouragement can be very real and overwhelming.  As an adoptive parent, maybe…

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3 Reasons to Laugh with Your Kids

We know it feels good to laugh. Many of you may not feel like laughing at all right now, and we understand! These days, with all the heaviness around us, laughing can seem elusive. You might even feel guilty. But…