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The Stress of Moving
With each passing week of summer, for sale signs seem to pop up more and more in area neighborhoods. With the excitement of…
Kids and Car Rides
A mother of two small children recently made a 14-hour journey from Missouri to the magical world of Disney. How, you may ask yourself, was she able to…
4 Easy Ways to Include LFCS in Your Giving Plan
What’s your giving plan? For decades, Lutheran Family and Children’s Services has benefited from the generosity of people who remembered this important organization in…
Pregnancy, Abuse and Depression
Rachel was pregnant with her first daughter. She was out of work, living in a remote area, and traveling over an hour for her prenatal care…
Positive Conflict Resolution Ideas for Parents
Maranda stood in the kitchen washing dishes. She was thinking about what to make for dinner and the hundred other things on her…
Support through my Unexpected Pregnancy
My life was going great! After working hard for years, I finally got a good job. It paid well above minimum wage and even offered health…
The Truth of Pregnancy and Parenting
Pregnancy and parenting can be a challenge for even experienced parents. Knowing the truth may ease your mind. If you, or someone you…
Childhood Depression
Depression is the most common mental health problem in the United States, affecting more than 17 million people each year. You may be…
Foster Care Crisis
What if I told you that we could put an end to the foster care crisis today? Think about that. What if in…
Physical Health / Mental Health
Did you know that by improving your general physical health by exercising you are less at risk of developing mental illness? According to…