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Building Bonds (19)

The Heart of Laughter

Showing her your playful side--offering it to her like a gift--can bring you closer.

Commiting to a Faith

Parent Wisdom: What if she has doubts about her faith? Here's what one family discussed.

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Influential Adults (3)

Reaching Out to My Niece

Remember those times in girlhood when you thought you were too weird and no one understood? This aunt remembers and figures out how to connect with her niece.

When Grandparents Raise Girls

Grandparents raise more of their grandchildren than ever before. Learn about the special challenges and rewards of raising grandgirls.

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Parenting Challenges (34)

The Tragedy of the Absent Father

Being a "Deadbeat Dad" seems inconceivable and disgusting to most of us. Will Glennon talks about how this can happen and discusses the complexity of the issue.

Stepdaughters—Caught in the Middle?

The greatest gift you can give your daughter is permission to open her heart to the new adult who has come into her life.

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Sibling Relationships (7)

The Rule of Respect

Tired of arbitrating your daughters’ squabbles? Here’s how one family is working it out.

Parents' Forum: Sister Fights

As sisters grow up, they don't have to insist so much on their divisions.

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Step-parenting (3)

Sorting out Stepdaughter Snarls

Being part of a new family often sparks feelings of insecurity and frustration in a girl. Learn how to ease her way and promote harmony.

The "Purposeful Parenting" of Stepparents

Stepparents have much to teach non-stepparents of girls. Negotiating a balance between the needs and desires of all parents and children requires a deliberate parenting that can much benefit a girl.

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Miscellaneous (13)

My Life as a Girls' Basketball Coach

One father's experiences that helped him gain insight into his daughter's life.

My Daughter, My Role Model

How one parent is encouraged and influenced by her own daughter.

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