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To the Single Mom: You Don’t Have To Do It...

Elise Boros· 5 min read

As a single mom, you may never find the perfect work-life balance, but you can be free from the burden of trying to do it all.

5 Ways To Support Foster Families

Joe and Cindi Ferrini· 5 min read

Maybe fostering isn't for you, but there's something each of us can do to support foster families. Here are five ideas to get started.

How To Raise Compassionate Kids

Joe and Cindi Ferrini· 3 min read

We all desire to teach our children to be better siblings, friends, and someday, adults. But how do we raise compassionate kids?

3 Tips for Planning a Cheap Wedding

Ashford Sonii· 5 min read

Want to get married on a tight budget but still plan an unforgettable wedding? Here are three tips for planning a cheap wedding.

Parenting a Child With Special Needs: 3 Ways...

Joe and Cindi Ferrini· 4 min read

Raising a special-needs child has an ongoing effect on your marriage. Be sure not to let it override your marriage in a way that causes it to crumble.

Another New Year Without My Husband

Elise Boros· 5 min read

As I start another new year without my husband, I will strive to live in light of what grief has taught me about the fleeting nature of life.

When Conversation Gets Stuck: 25 Questions T...

Lisa Lakey· 4 min read

If you're looking to take your next date-night convo to the next level, try out these 25 questions to ask your spouse.

4 Ways To Manage Your Emotions as a Steppare...

Jessica Patterson· 7 min read

One of the most stressful aspects of blended family life is the relationship between a stepparent and stepkids. Here are four tips to help you manage the emotions you feel.

Why Intentional, Quality Time Matters

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

From "I do," there will be forces trying to pull you and your spouse apart. Fight the drift by focusing on intentional, quality time.

A Christian Podcast for the Next Gen: Real L...

Chloe Whiteford· 5 min read

In FamilyLife’s newest Christian podcast, Shelby Abbott discusses music, Scripture, and raising the bar for his young-adult listeners.

My Wife Is Pregnant … Now What?

Ashford Sonii· 7 min read

After finding out your wife is pregnant, it’s normal to ask, “Am I ready to be a dad?” And where do you find guidance for what’s ahead?

A Gift for Dad: 4 Ideas to Encourage

Andy Allan· 7 min read

Still looking for a gift for dad? Try something that offers appreciation, forgiveness, and grace. Trust me, he’ll love it.

Am I in an Abusive Relationship? Helping Wom...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 13 min read

Abuse is a far-ranging collection of behaviors designed to maintain power and control. But how do you know if you’re in an abusive relationship?

What You Should Know Before Leaving an Abusi...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 10 min read

Leaving an abusive relationship is not a decision any woman should take lightly. If you're making this life-altering decision, take the following into consideration.

Recovering from Domestic Abuse: Becoming the...

Charlene D. Quint, JD, CDVP· 11 min read

If you are a woman recovering from domestic abuse, how do you heal and reclaim your life to become the person God designed you to be?

How To Make a Soul-Care Staycation a Reality...

Janel Breitenstein· 6 min read

Time and space for soul care feels impossible for parents. But what if you could have your break-cake and eat it too?

Being in an ‘Opposites Attract’ Marriage...

Jenn Grandlienard· 4 min read

Our marriage proves “opposites attract” to be true, but it doesn’t come easy. Thankfully, we've learned we also complement each other well.

Emotional Intimacy: Grasping the Full Spectr...

Andy Allan· 5 min read

Most of us dream of deeper emotional intimacy with our spouse but have no idea how to achieve it. Instead, we tend numb or fix what we feel.

Should We Stay Together for the Kids?

Janel Breitenstein· 9 min read

When you’re asking “Should We Stay Together for the Kids?”—it’s hard to know where to go. Begin with questions like these.

Before the Engagement Announcement

Carlos Santiago· 7 min read

We can’t control who our kids marry, but there are things we can do to steer them in a godly direction before the engagement announcement.

spouse suffers with chronic pain

Lust Is a Woman’s Topic, Too

Laura Way· 5 min read

If lust, porn, and fantasies are men’s issues, women who struggle in these areas may wonder, "What in the world is wrong with us?"

Why Your Marriage Needs Sex

Janel Breitenstein· 8 min read

In thin, exhausted places, it’s oh-so-easy for sex to freefall down the priority list. But could our marriages need sex more than we think?

We Need to Talk: Tips for External Processor...

Andy Allan· 5 min read

Conversations with external processors can feel like a firehose to the face. A few tips on how to converse well.

Is Porn Bad? Effects of Porn on Your Marriag...

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

It’s easy to think the effects of porn are minimal. But is porn bad? Here are six ways porn hurts your marriage.

More Than Sex: How to Spice Things up in the...

Carlos Santiago· 6 min read

When sex becomes infrequent, it’s natural to search for ways to spice things up in the bedroom. Yet three areas are often overlooked.

Healthy Marriage Habits

7 Healthy Habits of Marriage

Laura Way· 4 min read

If you’re dreaming of a healthy marriage, start with healthy habits. Here are seven to consider establishing for a stronger relationship.

16 Unhealthy Habits in Marriage

Laura Way· 5 min read

Why are unhealthy habits so much easier to form than healthy ones? Here are 16 to watch out for in your marriage.

Calling Audibles: Adjusting your Marriage St...

Andy Allan· 6 min read

Each of us carries a playbook of marriage strategies in our relationship. But what do you do when those plans no longer work?

Why Marry? 3 Benefits of Marriage

Shelby Abbott· 5 min read

Is marriage even worth it? Here are three compelling benefits of marriage.

5 Tips To Avoid Controversial Topics at the...

Andy Allan· 5 min read

Award conversations gravitate to our holiday tables year after year. But could we all truly get along, even for 30 minutes of face-stuffing glory?

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