Rachel Medefind
Latest Articles by Rachel Medefind
Teens and Technology: Helping your teen create healthy tech habits now
Our two oldest children were 1 and 3 years old when the first iPhone came out. A little over a decade later, 95% of US teens ages 13-17 reported owning...
Technology and family life: Setting limits to support flourishing
When limits feel impossible When I talk with parents, it doesn’t take long for the topic of technology use to come up. Almost invariably, it is emotionally laden: fear, frustration,...
How parenting with kind authority can help children heal and flourish
Few things are more disheartening than feeling stuck as a parent, wanting so badly to see your child thrive, but feeling unsure what role, if any, you can play in...
Why your marriage matters for your child’s mental health
Summary: A committed marriage — even when imperfect — offers immense gifts to husband and wife. It is also a vital contribution to the healing and health of children who...
The benefits of time in nature for healing, health and flourishing
In this deep-dive blog post, we explore how Scripture and science highlight the benefits of spending time in nature — and how to arrange our lives to receive this gift....
Three ways to cultivate gratitude in your family
Gratitude is a powerful avenue to support good in the life of a child and a family. The Institute for Family-Centered Healing & Health at CAFO conducted informal interviews with...
