Three Alternatives to Punishment That Help Your Child Do Better
Inside: Discover alternatives to punishment that help your child do better when they are misbehaving. When children are misbehaving, like […]
Kindness
The Very Important Reason Children Need To Learn To Stand Up To Bullies
The stronger your relationship with your child the more your child will feel well, secure and capable of facing daily challenges. Treating children with respect when setting limits is part of an effective parenting strategy. So is listening attentively and focusing on emotion coaching and problem solving instead of trying to win power struggles and impose consequences.
Obedience Vs. Cooperation: How to Transform Your Communication and Discipline Style
Obedience and cooperation are not the same thing, and particularly when it comes to raising resilient, happy children the difference
Teaching Children Respect
“Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.” –
Positive Parenting: Punishing Misbehavior Doesn’t Have to be the Answer
One morning my four year old daughter and I were getting ready to leave the house when she suddenly yelled
20 Calm Down Tips for Parents
Have you ever had a day or a moment when you find youself far too angry to respond in a
Gratitude and The Simple Moments That Matter So Much
Gratitude is the heart’s memory. Such a powerful idea. For families, memories can be so special and gratitude can have
Mama, Please Wait!
Sometimes we get caught up in complaining that our children are not responding to us when we would like
The Power of Touch: How Physical Affection Helps with Discipline
Parents don’t need to wait for children to come to them for touches, hugs, whole-body-scoops and kisses. Being regularly physically affectionate with kids of all ages actually helps maintain the emotional connection they share with their parents. When that bond remains strong, challenging behavioral situations decrease and discipline becomes less intense overall.
Shame Does Not Teach Children to Do Better
It’s beyond unfortunate to see so many people cheering on the shame and the humiliation that so many parents are freely dishing out. It’s human nature to instinctively want to fit in with others and behavior is incredibly contagious…Shame and humiliation teach shame and humiliation. On the other hand, kindness begets kindness, respect brings about respect.