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Getting ADHD to Bed: 8 Proven Tips for Bedtime & Quieter Nights

May 13, 2019 By Jacqueline

Getting a kid with ADHD to sleep at bedtime can be extremely challenging.

Their mind and body may still be racing. One of my kids, in particular can have a real problem going to sleep at bedtime. He tells me “sleep is boring, Mom!.” For kids with ADD, the transition times can be difficult and bedtime certainly falls into that category. I have tried many, many tactics over the years to make going to bed and staying in bed easier. Here are 8 ways I have found to really help getting kids with ADHD to sleep.…

New Guidelines on Screentime Urge More Play, Sleep, Interaction

May 12, 2019 By Jacqueline

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Apple guru Steve Jobs, talking about the iPad, said things such as: “This is the best vehicle for consuming media.” But a year later when asked what his kids thought, he said: “They don’t use it. We don’t allow it in the home.”

Now the latest stream of news stories and studies say why it’s critical to keep technology away from our kids.

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Parents, Are You Concerned Over This Sort of Anti-Science Agenda?

April 9, 2019 By Jacqueline

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In the past, I have documented how radical sex agenda and gender revolutionaries have taken over our public school system.

Militant activists have been given access to your child’s classroom with their agenda – and you should be very alarmed at what they are teaching America’s next generation….

Fathers, Take Your Children to Church: You Can Make a Difference

March 20, 2019 By Jacqueline

or the “The Gigantic Role Fathers Play in the Development of their Children’s Faith.” By John Stonestreet. [I share this excellent article as encouragement (with permissions from Breakpoint) because we want to see families thrive!]

I still remember when Papa Johns came to my hometown. Man, I loved their pizza. Still do. And I loved that it became the pizza of choice for my church’s youth group… But counting on pizza for the success of any youth group is banking on the wrong papa.

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Scriptures on the Future of those who Oppose God vs. them that Trust God

March 2, 2019 By Jacqueline

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We are encouraged not to become jealous of the temporary prosperity of the wicked. God-opposers may burn brightly for a little while, but from God’s perspective, those who oppose Him are storing up wrath for disobeying His commandments and laws. …

Child Harm, the Silent Tragedy: Every Parent who Cares Should Read This

October 31, 2018 By Jacqueline

Updated: 9/2018

“I know that many would choose not to hear what I say in the article, but your children need you to hear this message. Even if you disagree with my perspective, please, just follow the recommendations at the end of the article. Once you see the positive changes in your child’s life, you will understand why I say what I say!” ~V.P.

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