Raising Boys: How to Empower Your Son

When he was only 4, we signed him up for the first soccer team. When he was 5, we signed him up for his first baseball team. From that point forward, we had him on a team almost all year... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: The Blessing of a Son

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Many moms of boys would probably say they appreciate the blessing of a son. Most would say they love their son-hopefully all. But, would you ever say you need your son? I don’t mean in a co-dependent-can’t-let-him-grow-up way, but in... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: The Remarkable Value of Daddy Time

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I’ll never forget the first time I left our infant son with my husband. It had taken me weeks to build up the bravery to part with our precious little bundle of joy, but I was only going to be... Continue reading →

Raising Boys: 7 Elements of an Environment Where Boys Thrive

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I love being a boy mom. I loved having boys in my classroom when I taught school (even when they couldn’t sit still) and I’m happy when my son’s friends are at our house, eating our food, playing video games,... Continue reading →