Got a Strong-Willed Child? So Did This Mom. | Ep. 51
Your strong-willed child is refusing to choose. You are offering two choices, just like you’ve learned. “Give your child some choices,” they said. “It will help them feel some control,” they said. But your child just stamps their foot and refuses to choose. You asked. We answered! Everyday we receive pressing questions about a wide […]
Struggling at the Family Dinner Table? How to Come Together & Enjoy
Your Child Struggles to Transition. Here’s What to Do. | Episode 50
You have work to do and need to move on from playing with your child. They don’t want you to go. And they whine. They fuss. What can you do when your child struggles to transition? You asked. We answered! Everyday we receive pressing questions about a wide range of parenting topics. We consider it […]
How to Parent the Imperfect Child You Have
We all have dreams for our children. Dreams that begin long before a child takes their first breath. But what if the child you have isn’t the child you dreamed of? How do you parent the child you have? Parents wish the very best for their children; that they’ll be “successful”, happy, well-liked, and love Jesus. […]
The God-Given Gifts in Your Child’s Misbehavior | Ep. 49
It takes skill to misbehave! A verbal child often argues with you until you’re exhausted. An emotional child might cry or manipulate. A physical child is more likely to get aggressive or grab something they want. Though it feels frustrating and even counter-intuitive, a shift in attention to your child’s strengths by finding their gift-gone-awry […]
How to Change Your Parenting Habits When Change is Hard
When did I thoroughly enjoy my child(ren)? When was I peaceful and wise while disciplining? When did I teach a value or skill in a way that my child(ren) enjoyed learning? An example of more 1:1 individual time with your kids: If your goal is to have that monthly date, and one of your children […]
Meet Naoko who Lives in South Africa
For nearly twenty years, Connected Families has been equipping and empowering parents to lead their families with grace. As a tumultuous 2020 comes to an end we are excited to introduce you to families around the world who are embracing the Connected Families Framework in their home. Connected Families is transforming, equipping, and inspiring families […]
Meet Gail who Lives in Albania
For nearly twenty years, Connected Families has been equipping and empowering parents to lead their families with grace. As a tumultuous 2020 comes to an end we are excited to introduce you to families around the world who are embracing the Connected Families Framework in their home. Connected Families is transforming, equipping, and inspiring families […]
Christmas Greetings from Jim and Lynne
It’s always symbolic to us to end the darkest days of each year celebrating Jesus: the Life that came to LIGHT our lives with hope, joy, and salvation. Immanuel forsook glory so that we would not be forsaken in this life that has its share of difficulties. The true light that gives light to everyone, […]
Meet Kara who Lives in Thailand
For nearly twenty years, Connected Families has been equipping and empowering parents to lead their families with grace. As a tumultuous 2020 comes to an end we are excited to introduce you to families around the world who are embracing the Connected Families Framework in their home. Connected Families is transforming, equipping, and inspiring families […]
