Relationships

Kids & Social Media

Teaching Social Media Smarts Parenting in the digital era comes with a whole new set of concerns. As you talk to your kids about what’s

Solutions for Sibling Rivalry

Growing up as a middle child, I experienced my fair share of sibling rivalry. My special needs brother was two years older than me and

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Setting the Bar

Healthy Dating Expectations When it comes to dating and relationships, here are a few tips for setting healthy expectations and avoiding disappointment. #1. Take your

Bonding with Daddy

I’ll never forget watching a friend of mine hold his infant daughter for the first time. A robust, manly guy, his face was dripping with

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Stopping Prejudice

Before It Starts Defined as “a preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience,” prejudice is one of the biggest barriers to

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Balancing Marriage, a Baby, and Friends

Sure, you’ve got more responsibilities now, but that doesn’t mean you have to kiss your relationships goodbye. First Things First President and CEO Julie Baumgardner

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Learning to Step-Parent Together

Blending two families can open new doors into love and life together, but it usually comes with growing pains. Here are some important things you can

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Parenting in the Age of Technology

In the modern age, technology and parenting go hand-in-hand. According to a 2023 study by the Pew Research Center, 97% of teens said they use

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Fight Right

Arguing Well With Your Spouse Wondering about how much is too much when it comes to arguing with your spouse? It’s possible you could be

Raising Healthy Kids

As parents, we look after the health and wellness of our kids in hundreds of little ways every day. But sometimes, we can’t go it

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