Responding calmly to “I hate you” isn’t always easy but that in that moment, our children really need us to be sensitive, compassionate, loving and empathetic. Continue reading »
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Beyond Discipline: Building Block for Positive Parenting #1
In a loving environment, as parents we can instead strive to be warm and compassionate even in the face of behavior that is unacceptable. In which ways might you be using love as a currency with your child? Do you refuse to give them affection when they have done something that you disapprove of? Continue reading »
Weekend Challenge: The Bond Of Love
Parenting provides you with the opportunity to fall in love over and over again. The bond of love deepens as you actively care for your child. What is amazing is how this love, the nonverbal emotional connection between child and parent, a.k.a. the attachment bond, impacts his future mental, physical, and emotional health. Long … Continue reading »
3 quick projects for Father’s Day!
Father’s Day is coming up soon… here are three easy projects to whip up in 30 minutes, 15 minutes and 5 minutes or less! Spoiler alert…to my favorite subscriber (aka hubby – stop reading now!) The 30 min Photo Mobile: All you will need is some card stock or construction paper, a few pictures, glue, … Continue reading »
Weekend Challenge: Moving Beyond Perfection
We don’t have to be perfect parents to be loving, caring, supportive parents. Our children should not have to be perfect to receive our affection and attention. When we become more realistic in our expectations of ourselves and our children we can start to truly enjoy the gift that it is to be together and … Continue reading »
First Year Series: The Mother Within
The first year of motherhood is extraordinary – so many changes, so many possibilities. The First Year Series at Positive Parenting Connection is aimed at giving first time mothers a chance to share their experiences with other readers to inspire, share, enjoy and celebrate the journey of motherhood. Today I am weloming first time mom, … Continue reading »
The Positive Parenting Promise: Because Change Begins at Home.
To my child: I wish for you to live in a world in which peace prevails over violence. Because change begins at home, this is my promise to you: I promise to be a kind and loving parent. I will hug you, cherish you, listen to and respect you. I promise to encourage you, include … Continue reading »
Kindness During a Tantrum: 10 Ways to Show you Care
Kindness is a wonderful thing. Surprising your child with a new book, fresh whipped cream atop their favorite fruits or letting them stay awake to talk with you for an extra ten minutes, whatever kind act it may be, children thrive on love and kindness. What about when your child is having a tantrum? Did you … Continue reading »
Sharing Sunday #4: Mindfulness, preschoolers and more…
It is sharing Sunday again, this week I am sharing some links related to preschoolers, mindfulness and finding more joy in parenting. Happy Reading! “Imagine kindness and compassion driving the way we raise our children and treat others! How would this happen? It happens when the adults in the lives of children become mindful themselves.” … Continue reading »
This One Life Together
Welcome to the July Carnival of Natural Parenting: Parenting Philosophy This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Carnival of Natural Parenting hosted by Code Name: Mama and Hobo Mama. This month our participants have shared their parenting practices and how they fit in with their parenting purpose. Please read to the end to … Continue reading »
