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Navigating school can be challenging at times for children, but it can also be a difficult time for parents. Have you ever had frustrating conversations with teachers or administration and felt like you were not being heard? ... [Read More]
Back to School
As summer ends and a new school year approaches, it is important that parents make positive changes within the family routine to ensure that their children start school on a positive note. Here are some simple skills ... [Read More]
Lost – Battling Postpartum Depression
A new mother knew something didn’t feel right, but didn’t know it was postpartum depression. For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a mom,” says Missy Nichols of Columbia, MO. When she and ... [Read More]
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 a new home, comes the stress of moving. This stress isn’t just felt by ... [Read More]
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 help her children avoid having meltdowns from being strapped in a car seat for ... [Read More]
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 and other appointments. Enduring domestic abuse at the hands of her boyfriend, Rachel felt scared, depressed and ... [Read More]
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 benefits and vacation. I also started back to school to earn a degree in ... [Read More]
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 know, needs help managing during pregnancy or while parenting, LFCS may be able to ... [Read More]
Mental Illness in Children
By appearances, she seemed so innocent with bright green eyes and curly brown hair. An only child of a well-educated, successful couple, Lexi had access to opportunities that others dream of. She attended a private school, lived ... [Read More]
LFCS Provides Crisis Care
Are you facing a life crisis and need care for your child? Did you know that Lutheran Family and Children’s Services can help? Before taking out your depression, anxiety, or hopelessness on your kids, contact LFCS. Homelessness, domestic violence, ... [Read More]
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