Without a village, parenthood can feel pretty isolating and lonely. Not being seen and connected often feels like a threat to our emotional and psychological well-being. Emotions Researcher Brené Brown inspires an unusual way out of loneliness and into self-acceptance. 

There are millions of beautiful moments in parenting and also, sometimes, it feels hard. If you’re finding yourself in a heavy season today, or if you are having trouble recognizing yourself, here are 5 pieces of encouragement. 

From a dad in our community: "To the boy that called my daughter ugly on the school bus the other day, I have some things to say to you." 

If we want to be seen as more than the stereotypical gender prototypes of caring for the kids and tending to the household duties, then we need to afford our husbands the same grace as we speak of their being. 

Grab your tissues. This heartfelt video captures the love and prayers one father carries for his unborn child: "The pain and the pleasure, they are buried treasure. Get your hands dirty..." - Kurt Peloquin