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Parenting is such a challenging role! And there are so many people telling us how we should do it.

I am not one of those people. But I hope that by sharing my own - often highly flawed - experiences, I can offer reassurance and empathy to others going through similar challenges.

CHRISTIANS AND HALLOWEEN: HOW CAN FAMILIES APPROACH HALLOWEEN WITH INTEGRITY?

October 17, 2019 8 Comments

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? How can we explain Halloween to our children? What does Halloween teach us? Is there a Christian perspective on Halloween? This blog explores how we can navigate Halloween as Christian families.

Around this time of year, I start to get fidgety. Just as I'm starting to think about Christmas, Halloween goes and plonks itself right in the middle of autumn - something I'd rather ignore, but know that I can't. My kids start getting excited, then realise I'm not, then start to ask difficult … [Read more...] about CHRISTIANS AND HALLOWEEN: HOW CAN FAMILIES APPROACH HALLOWEEN WITH INTEGRITY?

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Halloween· Parenting· Seasons

SHOULD SINGLE CHRISTIANS ADOPT?

October 10, 2019 14 Comments

Should single Christians adopt? What does the Bible say?

Last year, I wrote an article for Home for Good on how our churches can support single adopters and foster carers. It was generally well-received, but one commenter asked - and I'm pleased he did - whether adoption was something we should be encouraging for the single brothers and sisters in our … [Read more...] about SHOULD SINGLE CHRISTIANS ADOPT?

Adoption· Explaining adoption to others· Faith· Parenting· Parenting an Adopted Child

CONNECTING WITH GOD THROUGH THE EARLY DAYS OF PARENTHOOD

October 4, 2019 4 Comments

Preparing to welcome your first child? This encouraging mini-series will help you consider what is important, while reassuring and empowering you to find your own unique parenting style.

Exactly ten years ago, I became a parent. In real life, our celebrations this week will be focused on Mister, involving Laserquest and chocolate cake. But on the blog, I've been reflecting on how my life changed in Autumn 2009 through this mini-series ‘Plus Baby Makes Three’, offering some … [Read more...] about CONNECTING WITH GOD THROUGH THE EARLY DAYS OF PARENTHOOD

Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING? EXPECT NOTHING!

October 3, 2019 4 Comments

Preparing to welcome your first child? This encouraging mini-series will help you consider what is important, while reassuring and empowering you to find your own unique parenting style.

Exactly ten years ago, I became a parent. In real life, our celebrations this week will be focused on Mister, involving Laserquest and chocolate cake. But on the blog, I've been reflecting on how my life changed in Autumn 2009 through this mini-series ‘Plus Baby Makes Three’, offering some … [Read more...] about WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING? EXPECT NOTHING!

Family Life· Parenting

SUSTAINABLE PARENTING – RIGHT FROM THE EARLY DAYS

October 2, 2019 8 Comments

Sustainable parenting, ethical parenting, eco parenting, zero waste

Exactly ten years ago, I became a parent. In real life, our celebrations this week will be focused on Mister, involving Laserquest and chocolate cake. But on the blog, I've been reflecting on how my life changed in Autumn 2009 through this mini-series ‘Plus Baby Makes Three’, offering some … [Read more...] about SUSTAINABLE PARENTING – RIGHT FROM THE EARLY DAYS

Family Life· Parenting

HOW TO ENJOY THE NEWBORN SEASON

October 1, 2019 4 Comments

Preparing to welcome your first child? This encouraging mini-series will help you consider what is important, while reassuring and empowering you to find your own unique parenting style.

Exactly ten years ago, I became a parent. In real life, our celebrations this week will be focused on Mister, involving Laserquest and chocolate cake. But on the blog, I've been reflecting on how my life changed in Autumn 2009 through this mini-series ‘Plus Baby Makes Three’, offering some … [Read more...] about HOW TO ENJOY THE NEWBORN SEASON

Family Life· Parenting

BABY PRODUCTS YOU WON’T THINK OF (BUT WHICH MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!)

September 30, 2019 5 Comments

Baby products you won't think of but which make all the difference - from a new mom/mum!

Exactly ten years ago, I became a parent. In real life, our celebrations this week will be focused on Mister, involving Laserquest and chocolate cake. But on the blog, I've been reflecting on how my life changed in Autumn 2009 through this mini-series ‘Plus Baby Makes Three’, offering some … [Read more...] about BABY PRODUCTS YOU WON’T THINK OF (BUT WHICH MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!)

Family Life· Parenting

IS CHURCH JUST ANOTHER ONE OF YOUR FAMILY’S EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES?

September 19, 2019 10 Comments

Is church just an extra curricular activity? Is it important for my family to attend church? What happens if we skip church?

Weekends are full. Especially with a family. From the word 'go' on Saturday morning, us parents can find ourselves hurriedly pushing kids out of the house to get to morning band practice, swimming lessons or sports matches. Afternoons bring parties - trying to remember which of the 39 … [Read more...] about IS CHURCH JUST ANOTHER ONE OF YOUR FAMILY’S EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES?

Discipleship for kids· Discipleship for parents· Faith· Family Life· Parenting

50 ALTERNATIVE PARTY BAG IDEAS (WHICH AREN’T MADE OF PLASTIC!)

August 12, 2019 12 Comments

Unique plastic free party bag fillers for kids. These eco kids party bag ideas use no plastic, but plenty of sustainable materials.

As the war on plastic gains momentum, many more of us are searching for ways we can cut down on single-use plastic. I've written about 20 Zero-Waste Snacks for Children, and more widely about ethical decision-making as a family in I Want to Save the Planet...But I'm Late for the School Run. … [Read more...] about 50 ALTERNATIVE PARTY BAG IDEAS (WHICH AREN’T MADE OF PLASTIC!)

Birthdays· Family Life· Home· Parenting

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