By Charissa Bates Autism Isn’t a Barrier to Success, It’s Just a Different Path
“I’m trying to figure your kiddo out. Just when I think I do, the same approach doesn’t work the next…
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By Caitlin Van Hefty Dear C-Section Mom, It’s Natural to Feel Whatever You Do
When I was eight months pregnant with my firstborn, I thought I had it all figured out. I’d read the…
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Am I Raising Bad Kids?
Before having kids, I always pictured mine would be the ones who would never do wrong. The ones who would…
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The Hardest Part Came after We Left the NICU
"Once you get home from the NICU, everything will be okay! It's just a short period of inconvenience and then…
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By Emaline Ashe We Gave Him Roots, Now He’s Ready to Fly
Collective memories from my son Aiden’s childhood are some of my most prized possessions. Reflecting on these memories is both…
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By Rebecca Wood Why I Pray My Kids Get Caught
The principal greeted me at the front door of his office and ushered me to a seat across from his…
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To the Foster Mom Who Keeps Going
Dear Foster Mom, Do you know what day of the week it is? Can you count how many appointments are…
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By Crystal Fulmer Strong-Willed Kids Love Fiercely
I am currently raising six kids. Some are very easygoing and others could argue the paint off a wall. Those…
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By Amy Martin I’ll Always Have More To Tell You
My newly driving 15-year-old grabbed his book bag and yelled, “Bye Mom!” on his way out the door. I managed…
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By Kelsey Scism I Met My Older Self for Coffee
I met my future self for coffee. I pulled in next to her, opening my door carefully so as not…
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By Danielle Moncrief I Miss the Thought of You
Thinking about my baby boys today, who made their home in my belly for 18 and 20 weeks. They felt…
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My Daughter Leading Worship is Beautiful Grace
She’s 13 and it feels like she’s always been with me. She's gone through five moves, the loss of her…
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