It is important for parents to think through specific scenarios in your child raising so that when something comes up, you will know your basic purpose for your child and the facts about your unique family situations.

And don’t forget the best first step is to pray to the One who created your child, asking for wisdom to work in partnership WITH HIM to raise your child.

How to handle nurturing your child while managing various activities:

1. Study your child. Learn their strengths, gifts, and talents.
2. Study your budget. What can you afford without added debt?
3. Study your calendar. What is already on your schedule?
4. What would you have to give up in exchange for the time and money?
5. United front: Don’t let the kids pit you against each other.
6. How will each activity help toward the ultimate goals to raise your child to maturity?
7. Look at your entire schedule for the entire family before you commit to adding anything new.

Moving forward, brave warrior, don’t forget the all-important first step is to pray for wisdom from the Creator God. FATHER knows best and HE is delighted to share what HE knows with you! 😉

If this is helpful to you, please leave a comment so I know I’m on the right track to encourage you.

And remember that you don’t have to do this “Mom Thing” alone. Whenever you are ready, I am here to walk with you as you find your way through the overwhelm into the sweet place of enjoying your calling as a Mom (yes, it is a HIGH and HOLY CALLING!).

If these parenting tips help you be more intentional with your calendar, please share the blog with your “tribe”! They will thank you!

Until next time, remember that I am praying for you.