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    A friend of mine with college boys tells me that b A friend of mine with college boys tells me that boy moms love it when their college son is dating a really great girl.
 
Why? Because they see the positive impact. They know the special power the right girl can have. Their praise sounds like this:
 
“I adore my son’s girlfriend. She’s amazing. My son is studying more, going out less, and getting his act together. His grades have never been this high. She’s a great influence, and she brings out his best.”
 
Girls need to hear more stories like this. They need to know that in healthy relationships, you inspire each other to rise — and be the best version of yourself.
 
Because far too often today, girls choose the opposite route. They let culture dictate their dating strategy, and they compromise their values to try and catch a man.”
 
New on my Substack, for paid subscribers, is a message to share with your daughter on dating in modern-day culture. Comment below and I’ll send you the link, or find the link in my IG bio🤍
    Saint Augustine became one of the greatest saints Saint Augustine became one of the greatest saints - but it wasn’t always that way.

Raised in the Christian faith, he rebelled as a teenager. He became a prodigal child for 17 YEARS.

His mom, Saint Monica, never quit praying. And before she died, he came back to the faith. He rose through the church ranks and ultimately became a hero of faith…as well as a reminder for moms to be a prayer warrior for your child 🙏🏻 

Here’s my favorite part: Saint Augustine was a prolific writer. More than 5 million of his words in writing still exist in print. 

1,600 years after his death, you can still find his books on Amazon. To me, that’s amazing!!!

We are still benefiting from the work of Saint Augustine (and the prayers of his mother) 1600 years later. Your prayers can outlive your time on earth and your child’s time on earth as well.

So, when your child struggles, rebels, or makes disappointing choices, pray for guidance and wisdom for you. Pray for God to work in their heart and bring godly people into their life. Most of all, don’t lose hope. Remember that they can still finish strong, even if it takes 17 years🕊️
    It was a weekend full of DANCING that started in A It was a weekend full of DANCING that started in Auburn at Greek Sing (Marie Claire danced with the ADPi’s, and they did awesome!!👏🏻👏🏻) followed by a fun day in Charleston with YiaYia’s family (and a delicious dinner at Anson) and then the wedding of cousin Robbie @ouzts_ and Reese under the most beautiful live oaks in Yemassee. Family is such a gift, and you know you you’ve thrown a party to remember when the groom’s Greek grandfather closes down the dance floor 🪩🕺 Go Uncle Jimmy! Leaving South Carolina with a happy heart and a new life goal.
    So many moms message me looking for beautiful + ap So many moms message me looking for beautiful + appropriate dresses for their teenage daughters.

Here’s the secret: They need your help. Especially in the early teen years, they need you to narrow down and curate options to find dresses you agree on. Otherwise, they’ll choose trendy over classic, or whatever they see going viral. 

Comment SHOP and I’ll message you the link to my ShopMy, where Sophie and I have curated evening gowns, cocktail dresses, summer vacation, etc. You can also find the link in my bio🤍
    Starlight Ball 2026💫 Camille finally gets her turn Starlight Ball 2026💫 Camille finally gets her turn after years of watching her sisters. I love these 10th grade girls and boys and the special friendships and class dynamic they have. Truly a gift!

A huge thank you to all the moms who led this event and brought it to life. You did an outstanding job!
    New Substack article for paid subscribers on handl New Substack article for paid subscribers on handling your daughter’s emotional roller coaster - and helping her grow emotional intelligence.

Comment GIRL and I’ll message you the link 🔗 

“One challenge of raising teenagers is teaching emotional regulation.
 
As Dr. Lisa Damour says:
 
‘Teenagers often have the right feeling on the wrong scale. They need help bringing their feelings down to size.’
 
As parents, we do this by naming their feelings, talking about their feelings, and using a tone that conveys warmth and confidence in them.
 
It sounds easy, but in the moment, it can hard, uncomfortable, or irritating to witness a teenager’s unpleasant emotions.
 
Personally, I want to rush my daughters through them.
 
I want to give pep talks or life lessons.
 
I’ve told my daughters how they should feel before listening to how they do feel.
 
And, most notably, I’ve expected them to master emotions that still elude me.
 
I didn’t realize my tendency to do this until my daughter told me one day, “You and Dad are always like, perspective, but I’m allowed to be upset over dumb things for five minutes.”
 
And you know what? She was right!
 
While my instinct is to “fix” any emotions that make me uncomfortable (or make me want to cry) my girls benefit more when I let them feel what they feel and give them room to vent. After all, emotions buried alive always resurface.
 
At the same time, I know that emotions can make or break a girl. Emotions will affect every relationship our daughters will have—including their relationship with their friends, boyfriends, future husbands, colleagues, children, grandchildren, and so on.“

From #loveherwellbook
    Our thought lives are crucial - yet it’s hard to f Our thought lives are crucial - yet it’s hard to focus on eternal truths when we feel weighed down by heavy temporary circumstances. 

A friend posted this years ago on FB, and I’ve always loved it. A good reminder to be aware of what we dwell on...and what conversations we have with ourselves. Our best hope lies in 2 Corinthians 10:5, taking our thoughts captive and making them obedient to Christ🤍

#Scripture #hope #eternaltruth #unchangingtruth #trustthetruth
    That man in blue? He was an angel during my 4th pr That man in blue? He was an angel during my 4th pregnancy, which came as a major surprise. 

I walked into his office as an emotional wreck, freaking out to be pregnant again. As I stated my case about why I felt so overwhelmed and ill-equipped to handle another baby, he smiled kindly, placed his hand on my shoulder, and said, “I can’t think of anyone I’d rather it happen to.” 

Well, that moment was a game-changer. That one-liner was my turning point. 

In that moment, he felt more like a father figure than a doctor, and between the conviction in his voice and his faith in me, I suddenly felt capable. Like maybe this surprise would work out okay despite the doubt, fear, and anxiety spinning in my heart.
 
9 months later, just before Christmas, he delivered that baby girl. And when I look at this photo from that day, I imagine him saying with a playful wink, “I told you so.” From the moment he placed Camille in my arms, every doubt was replaced with overwhelming gratitude for the miracle God knew we needed. The baby who made our family complete.
 
It fascinates me how God often brings encouragement through the peripheral people in our lives. Sometimes it is a family member (or close friend) who delivers that life-changing one-liner, but it can also be someone unexpected: a stranger, a store clerk, a favorite doctor you see just a few times a year. 

What seems like a standard appointment could be a divine appointment, and no matter what job you do, God has you there for a reason. You have the power to impact someone feeling lost, vulnerable, or confused by simply offering a fresh perspective - and saying you believe in them. 

A well-timed message, delivered with conviction and faith in the person, is all it takes to become angel in their story - and a hero in their journey 💙
    Happy Easter! A special Easter celebrating our ris Happy Easter! A special Easter celebrating our risen Savior with all my girls + my dad + the Kubiszyn cousins (we missed you Mary Grace, Jd, Bailey, and Wolter girls). Harry made his first lamb, and it was delicious. Greek Easter is next weekend so we will celebrate and feast twice 🕊️🕊️
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