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Colder Weather Brings Outside Play Inside
A few tips on limiting the time children spend on tech devices As the weather gets cooler, children and teens tend to spend more time inside, and that often results in time glued to a computer, iPad, and other tech devices. A 2010 survey by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that youth ages 8 »
Being a Man in the Middle
What can I tell you about my journey to becoming a middle-aged man? Well, it has not been marked by the stereotypical crisis that leads to purchasing a new car, though I have been eyeing a new bike (the type you pedal) for a while now. And sure, it can »
Atlanta Journal Constitution Features Drew Read, PAYH
Atlanta Journal Constitution How to limit time children spend on tech devices September 18, 2015 by Helena Oliviero As the weather gets cools, children and teens tend to spend more time indoors, and that often means for time glued to a computer, iPad and other tech devices. A 2010 survey »
Allowing Them to Fail So They Can Win
It’s not always easy to talk about parenting. It’s a lot like religion or politics—people prefer to avoid the topic in an effort not to offend someone. We fear we will appear judgmental or too opinionated. The common thought is that how you parent is a matter of personal preference. »
Fatherless Epidemic
Flying kites, throwing balls, a feeling of security, sometimes a strong word or a look; these are all memories that many of us have of our fathers. Stop for a moment and think…What are yours? Growing up as the son of a naval officer who was often gone for months »
Teens: What is a Healthy Romance?
Photo credit: Morgan Sessions View original Christian Media Magazine article here. May 16, 2015 by Drew Read We are designed to be in a relationship. So there is no surprise the temptation can be strong to use a boyfriend or girlfriend to fill a void in your life. You may think »
Are you a Super Mom?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Do you believe in Spiderman or Superman? If you do, maybe you should disregard this post and video. Supermom falls under the same category. The expectations are high. We are expected to have: Meals prepared to perfection, warm, and table set Kids up, dressed, fed, and family devotion and »
Christian Home & School Magazine
Follow the attached link to read the article "Good Decisions Start with Healthy Identities".
Kids and Eye Contact
What’s up with kids and eye contact today? Are kids becoming interpersonally 1. less comfortable and 2. less adept as a result of the computer age? Bruce Feiler (New York Times) raises some worrisome concerns in this recent piece. It should make all parents of growing children (and adolescents) sit »
Be a better parent – It’s never too late
Do you want to be a better parent? If you see where your problems lie, please do not be discouraged. I know the tendency is to think, "I see where I have been a terrible parent. My teenager is a mess, and the situation is hopeless." No, it is not »
Hands on or hands off parent? Does it matter?
Protecting your child from harm is the most important duty you will face during the teenage years. Research from Columbia University reveals that parents who exert their parental authority by taking a “hands-on approach to raising their children not only have a better relationship with their children, but also reduce their child's risk of harming themselves with drugs and alcohol.
Meaningful Conversations with Your Children
Whenever I write a parenting article, I am reminded of how little I have it all together. I am writing this article on the heels of one of my poorer parenting moments at the dinner table with family around. I do so love exposing my flaws to all. So, today »