Help for Single Parents
Are you a single parent, or a parent who has to provide for all of your children’s needs? Life is neither fair nor easy, but no matter...
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Christian Family Services
- May 1
- 2 min
A Child's Perspective of Divorce
There’s no denying divorce is tough on children. Home is supposed to be a loving, protective, inviting environment, but when divorce...
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Christian Family Services
- Apr 1
- 2 min
Bonding With Your Child During Divorce
One valuable lesson I have learned is that while we can control our attitude and how much effort we put in, we can’t control someone...
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Christian Family Services
- Mar 1
- 2 min
Boundaries (part 3)
In the previous two blogs, we’ve established how important it is to set boundaries with others. But once we’ve decided on our boundaries,...
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Christian Family Services
- Feb 1
- 2 min
Boundaries (part 2)
In her book Set Boundaries, Find Peace, Nedra Glover Tawwab identifies several possible outcomes that could result from not setting...
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Christian Family Services
- Jan 1
- 2 min
Boundaries
Have you ever felt there just wasn’t enough time in the day to get everything done? Or felt if one more person asked for your help, you...
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Christian Family Services
- Dec 1, 2022
- 2 min
Thoughts for Self Discovery
A strong understanding of identity and abilities, are powerful tools to maintain healthy living. Our roles and needs change in different...
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Christian Family Services
- Nov 1, 2022
- 3 min
Key To Addressing Feelings
Emotions don’t just arise out of the blue, and often emotions happen because we have unmet needs. How are you finding a healthy outlet...
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Christian Family Services
- Oct 1, 2022
- 1 min
Nurturing Parenting
Parenting advice is everywhere. You can’t walk out the door without someone commenting on your parenting choices, whether breastfeeding...
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Christian Family Services
- Sep 1, 2022
- 2 min
Managing Emotions
Big emotions can feel like a big problem. When big emotions take over little ones, it can easily turn into meltdowns and tantrums. While...
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Christian Family Services
- Aug 1, 2022
- 2 min
Guidelines for Assertive Communication
In order to learn how to use tools for assertive communication, we need awareness for who we are and what we need. Our roles and needs...
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Christian Family Services
- Jul 1, 2022
- 1 min
Giving Discipline to Discipline
Discipline is a hot-button topic in parenting. Everyone, whether they have children or not, has an opinion on what discipline should look...
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Christian Family Services
- Jun 1, 2022
- 1 min
Helping Single Parents Bond With Their Children
As a single parent, do you find your relationship with your child to be strained? Strained relationships are common between single...
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Christian Family Services
- May 1, 2022
- 3 min
Correction and Connection Based on Trust
Although humans are hard-wired for connection, feeling connected to another person can be especially difficult for some. Children who...
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Christian Family Services
- Apr 1, 2022
- 2 min
Connection is Essential
What do lamps, Legos and parenting have in common? They are each dependent on connection to fulfill their purpose. Lamps need their cord...
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Christian Family Services
- Mar 1, 2022
- 2 min
Harmony Among Siblings
Sibling relationships can be lifelong and typically form at a young age. Positive sibling relationships rely on trust and respect,...
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Christian Family Services
- Feb 1, 2022
- 2 min
Important Question to Ask Before You Adopt
There’s no doubt that choosing to adopt a child is not an easy decision nor one to take lightly. However, how do you know if adoption is...
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Christian Family Services
- Jan 1, 2022
- 2 min
As Birth Rates Decline Nationwide, Families Turn Toward Foster Care to Grow Their Families
When all the paperwork is turned in and the home study is complete, those wanting to adopt an infant move into what could arguably be the...
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Christian Family Services
- Dec 1, 2021
- 3 min
Mindfulness as a Tool
You may have noticed the term “mindfulness” has gained a lot of traction in the last few years. When you think of mindfulness, the image...
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Christian Family Services
- Nov 1, 2021
- 3 min
Wellness Wheel—Reflection for Self Care
How is your self-care lately? Have you found a healthy balance for this unique season of life? We have come through a pandemic and...
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