Family

How to Create a Weekly Family Night (And Keep It Sacred)

In today’s busy world of packed schedules, work demands, and digital distractions, carving out intentional family time has become more challenging yet more crucial than ever. A weekly family night...

Trista - June 8, 2025

Teaching Responsibility with Chores (Without the Power Struggle)

Chores don’t have to be a daily battlefield. When approached thoughtfully, household tasks teach valuable life skills while contributing to family functioning. The key is matching expectations to development, making...

Trista - June 8, 2025

Minimalist Parenting: Less Stuff, More Sanity

Minimalist parenting isn’t about depriving your children or living in stark, empty spaces. It’s about intentionally choosing what adds value to your family’s life while reducing the overwhelm that comes...

Trista - June 7, 2025

Blending Families? Tips for Making It Work Smoothly

Blending families is one of life’s most complex challenges, requiring patience, intentionality, and realistic expectations as you navigate combining different parenting styles, family cultures, and emotional needs. Success doesn’t happen...

Trista - June 7, 2025

Kid-Friendly Travel Destinations That Aren’t Theme Parks

While theme parks capture headlines and Instagram feeds, countless destinations offer magical experiences for children without the crowds, costs, and overstimulation. These alternatives provide educational value, cultural exposure, and adventure...

Trista - June 7, 2025

How to Talk to Kids About Body Image and Health

Conversations about body image and health shape children’s lifelong relationships with their bodies, food, and self-worth. These discussions require careful balance between promoting healthy habits and avoiding harmful messages about...

Trista - June 7, 2025

Boundaries, Bank Accounts & Breakups: Parenting Through Their 20s and 30s

Your adult children face financial struggles, relationship challenges, and life transitions that tug at your parental heartstrings. You want to help but worry about enabling dependence. Navigating the complex terrain...

Trista - June 7, 2025

How to Create a Calm Morning Routine for Kids

Mornings set the tone for your entire day, but they don’t have to involve yelling, rushing, or starting everyone’s day with stress. A well-designed morning routine creates predictability, reduces anxiety,...

Trista - June 6, 2025

Traveling on a Budget with Kids: Yes, It’s Possible

Traveling with children doesn’t have to drain your bank account or stress you into early retirement. With smart planning, creative thinking, and a few insider tricks, you can create amazing...

Trista - June 6, 2025

The Empty Nest Survival Guide: Rediscovering Life After Kids

The house feels too quiet, you cook too much food, and you wonder what your purpose is now that active parenting has ended. Empty nest syndrome is real, but it’s...

Trista - June 6, 2025