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Practical Tips for Parents-to-Be

Practical Tips for Parents-To-Be

Seasoned parents have a wealth of “been-there-done-that” advice to offer. Read on for suggestions that are sure to get you headed in the right direction.

When They Leave Home

When They Leave Home

When it is time for your child to leave home, goodbyes are never easy.

Developing a Job Search Strategy

Looking to make a career change? Develop a strategy to ensure this stressful time will benefit you and your family

Preparing for Parenthood’s Financial Squeeze

The cost of caring for a new baby is intimidating. The good news? Raising children doesn’t have to be as expensive as you think.

Becoming a Parent

Becoming a Parent

The nine months from conception to birth will change your life forever. We’re here to help you prepare for this exciting new adventure.

Thriving in Your Second Half of Life

Feeling overwhelmed by your new parenting role? Sifting through your mixed emotions might reveal some practical answers.

Why We Change Careers

If you change careers, you may fit into one of these four distinct categories.

Making a Career Change

If you’re thinking about making a career change, consider using this plan to satisfy yourself personally and professionally.

Making Ends Meet

While looking for a job, seek help from these sources rather than credit cards.

Son walking his father in a wheelchair

Caring for Ill or Aging Parents

Taking care of aging parents is one of life’s toughest responsibilities. But planning and cooperation will ease the adjustment – for parents and adult children alike.

Grief, Trauma or Depression?

Strong feelings of sadness almost always occur following the death of a close friend or family member. But what happens when these feelings don’t subside?

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Managing Stress When Caregiving

Becoming a caregiver involves major changes that can easily feel overwhelming. Consider these suggestions to help ease the emotional and physical strain.

Remaining Positive When Facing a Chronic Illness

Rebuilding your life with chronic illness begins by seeking God, forgiving others, eliminating toxic relationships, taking risks, identifying your talents and sharing them with others.

Older man sits in comfortable chair enjoying photos of grandchildren

Caregiving From a Distance

How can you help when your elderly mother or father who lives many miles away?

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Choosing the Right Job for the Right Reason

When choosing a vocation Christians must weigh their priorities very carefully, because when we are out of God’s priority guidelines, we are out of His will.

Ministering Effectively to the Chronically Ill

Experts encourage churches and individuals to listen and give the “gift of presence” to the chronically ill. Learn what to say to help.

Coming Out of “Parenting Retirement”

Your son or daughter may have left home, but don’t forget that once a parent, always a parent.

Mom and young adult daughter sitting, holding hands, and having heart-to-heart talk

Ministering to the Prodigal Son (or Daughter)

How do you parent in the face of some interesting (and possibly foolish) decisions on the part of your child?

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Common Career Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When looking for a job, frame your search around the type of work that suits you best.

Story: Caring for Mom

Jean Hoffmann tells about her challenges and rewards of providing day-to-day care for an elderly parent.