How to Be a Safer Parent

One dad’s story…

My Child Wants Nothing to Do With Me. Is There Hope?

Children can be like wild horses Her goal was to move toward him at his determined pace, always keeping him comfortable. Forced connection drives kids

7 Activities to Teach Patience to the Child Who Wants It NOW

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.Colossians 3:12 Patient people enjoy better mental health.

But What About My Toddler?

At Connected Families we are often asked, “How does your  framework apply to toddlers when they seem too young to understand but are certainly showing

Are You Raising a Blessing in Disguise?

In essence, Daniel led the pack as my kids flung wide the “closet door” that hid all my junk, and all the contents came spilling

Kids Are Like Puppies

Little kids are kind of like puppies. They usually love unconditionally and are often forgiving when parents make mistakes of all kinds. Mom nags, child

5 From-the-Heart Valentine Gifts for Your Children

Pretty much every parent agrees that it’s important to connect well with our children. But whether you struggle with a particular age or have personality

When Kids Act Up, Don’t Try to Be More Patient…

There are certain time when kids seem especially prone to “pushing our buttons”: after Christmas, after birthdays, summertime, and the list goes on.   Kids have trouble