Want to Digitally Detox Your Kids, but don't know where to start?
Musings from Molly
Welcome to the blog portion of the party! I’ve been writing for a long time but in the past few years, I’ve really focused on family, detoxing from digital, faith, and foster care. You’ll find humor and honesty in these articles, but most of all I hope you’ll find tips that will transform your family for the better.
The Most Transformative Parenting Hack
It doesn’t cost a cent. Anybody can do it. Studies show that it is the most impactful way to build rapport with your kids… Are you ready? Time. As Josh Shipp once said, “Kids spell trust: “t-i-m-e.” This is not rocket science....
Ten Ways to Get Through After-School Meltdowns
“When I pick up my kids after school…they morph into gremlins! What is happening? Their teachers say they’re model students during the school day. Why do they fall apart upon entering the minivan? What can be done?” I feel this. One day, I excitedly...
Enjoying Motherhood During Back to School and Beyond
“I like having my kids at home. I actually prefer it.” My older sister overheard my mom say this to a friend when we were kids. It was late summer, and a few moms were discussing back to school. One mom shared that she was looking forward...
The Best Parenting Advice
What is a nugget of parenting advice you’ve found helpful?
Big, small, specific, silly, profound—no matter. What’s been useful, true, game-changing?
Here is a short collection of the best parenting advice I’ve heard over the years:
Eight Simple Road Trip Activities to Occupy Kids
Aren't summer road trips the best? Every parent loves making memories with the kids that will last a lifetime. Disneyland, the beach, national parks. Whatever your destination, one thing's for sure: getting there is half the battle. Let's be honest, depending on the...
Four Simple Ideas for Teaching Your Kids the Bible
Here are four methods we use to teach our kids the Bible. Only supplies necessary: attention, yours and theirs. A Bible. You got this.