Focus on the Family Magazine - February/March 2022
It can be a struggle to raise a family while balancing your work life, social life and relationships. Focus on the Family magazine is here to help! Each complimentary issue delivers fresh, practical Biblical guidance on family and life topics. Every issue comes packed with relevant advice to build up your kids, strengthen your marriage, navigate entertainment and culture, and handle common challenges you may face in your marriage and parenting journeys. Plus you'll find seasonal advice ranging from back-to-school activities to date night tips for you and your spouse.
It can be a struggle to raise a family while balancing your work life, social life and relationships. Focus on the Family magazine is here to help! Each complimentary issue delivers fresh, practical Biblical guidance on family and life topics.
Every issue comes packed with relevant advice to build up your kids, strengthen your marriage, navigate entertainment and culture, and handle common challenges you may face in your marriage and parenting journeys. Plus you'll find seasonal advice ranging from back-to-school activities to date night tips for you and your spouse.
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HACKS & FACTS / INFANT SLEEP<br />
SLEEP WALKING<br />
When my newborn wakes up, I put <strong>on</strong> my shoes and<br />
headph<strong>on</strong>es, and buckle him into <strong>the</strong> baby carrier facing<br />
me. He rests against my chest while I pace back and<br />
forth through <strong>the</strong> hallway. I get exercise and hear a<br />
podcast, and he’s comforted. After an hour, we’re both<br />
ready for sleep.<br />
—Christie Chu<br />
Midnight Moments<br />
Every time I got up with my infant daughter,<br />
I sat in <strong>the</strong> rocking chair in fr<strong>on</strong>t of <strong>the</strong><br />
window. I’d use <strong>the</strong>se moments to pray and<br />
talk to God.<br />
Laundry Lullaby<br />
—Paige Upt<strong>on</strong><br />
From age 2 m<strong>on</strong>ths, my sec<strong>on</strong>d daughter<br />
would frequently wake up around 2 a.m. I<br />
tried feeding, rocking and bouncing her, but<br />
nothing worked. So I set her <strong>on</strong> her play mat<br />
and settled down with a basket of laundry<br />
and a podcast, keeping <strong>the</strong> lights dimmed.<br />
When she started fussing after an hour or<br />
more, I’d rock her to sleep. I was up for <strong>the</strong><br />
same amount of time as my old routine, but<br />
I was more relaxed and productive.<br />
—Amber Bulk<br />
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FOCUS ON THE FAMILY<br />
FEBRUARY / MARCH <strong>2022</strong>
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