Tough Love Starts Early As a parent, your natural instinct is to protect your child — to create a secure, loving environment where they feel safe and valued. But sometimes, protection is mistaken for overindulgence. When children are shielded from…
Children Protective custody is meant to provide a safe space for children when there is a serious threat to their health or well-being. In most cases, the state’s Department of Child Services intervenes and removes the child from their current…
Sibling Rivalry The home should be a place of peace—but for many families, it can feel more like a battleground. Sibling rivalry is one of the most common challenges parents face. Constant arguments, shouting matches, and petty fights can make…
Safety In today’s age of advanced technology, smartphones are everywhere—and so is access to the internet. Children as young as ten now own phones. For teens, having an iPhone isn’t just a tool—it’s a status symbol. With texting, social media,…
Stability Married parents play a vital role in creating a stable foundation for children. In the ideal American cultural image, happy and flourishing families include two parents committed to one another and to raising their children together. Kids thrive in…