https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Sat, 20 Apr 2024 00:51:21 +0000 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 17:18:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/how-many-gifts-do-you-give-your-kids-christmas With Christmas approaching quickly, it is quite possible that your shopping is nearly done and most of the presents are already wrapped and under the tree. It’s a good feeling!  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/how-many-gifts-do-you-give-your-kids-christmas Fri, 18 Dec 2015 17:18:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/preparing-parenthood My husband and I are expecting our first baby in January [insert panic and excitement]. Since we first found out, there seems to be an invisible timer counting down the days until the baby arrives. Life is measured in weeks and doctors appointments. Suddenly there is so much to do.  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/preparing-parenthood Mon, 21 Sep 2015 20:45:37 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/8-things-your-kids-will-complain-about-now-and-thank-you-later Children complain. They are children after all. But valuable skills and character are formed when we are prodded to do things like lessons or household chores. Kim Sullivan https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/8-things-your-kids-will-complain-about-now-and-thank-you-later Tue, 28 Jul 2015 17:01:53 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/what-movies-will-your-kids-watch-summer School's out for the summer! For parents, it can be a challenge to find engaging (and affordable) activities to keep kids busy.  Staci Devries https://network.crcna.org/topic/children-youth/parenting/what-movies-will-your-kids-watch-summer Fri, 26 Jun 2015 12:18:20 +0000