The holidays are a special time of year but they can be extremely tricky for families. Whether you're traveling or staying home, struggling with your mother-in-law or your own mom, there’s lots of family time involved and that often leads to tension. Today Karen gives moms tips for having tactful conversations with grandparents, preparing our kids for situations that are outside the everyday, and being especially proactive as we parent at this time of year.
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418: The Summer Before: Preparing Your Child for Middle and High School
417: Countdown to Kindergarten: How to Make the Most of the Summer Before School Starts
416: 5 Must-Read Parenting Books for Every Mom
415: Honoring Your Own Mother
414: God Does Not Give Us A Spirit of Fear
413: Help! It’s gonna Be May…
412: Trusting God Enough to Take a Break
411: "Dumb" Bible Questions Answered
410: How Can I Be More Intentional in My Marriage?
409: How Do I Discipline My Strong-Willed “Red” Child
408: How Do I Talk to My Kids About the Resurrection?
407: Choosing Between Conflicting Priorities
406: Defiance in the Powerful Perfectionist Personality (Red/Blue)
405: The Ultimate Potty Training Episode
404: Q&A with Karen’s son Taylor Stubbs
403: You Need Friends
402: You Need a Church Family
401: Encouraging Your Teens’ Faith
400: Training Your Children To Do Chores
399: What Should My Prayer Life Look Like?
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