Our children are capable, competent beings from birth. Often the struggles we find ourselves caught in with our children can be eased by recognizing and honoring their age appropriate capabilities. And with their capable, competent selves appreciated and affirmed, we can now build a strong foundation for the future independent and successful adult we all hope for. This continuing… Continue Reading
*This is a guest post from Christine Maddox* There are often challenges that come with parenting a child with a diagnosis of ADHD, often centering around positive ways to encourage a child to stay focused for example on household tasks like picking up a room or doing homework. Challenges can spill into school as well,… Continue Reading
Our children are capable, competent beings from birth. Often the struggles we find ourselves caught in with our children can be eased by recognizing and honoring their age appropriate capabilities. And with their capable, competent selves appreciated and affirmed, we can now build a strong foundation for the future independent and successful adult we all hope for. Isnʼt this… Continue Reading
The way we treat our children directly impacts what they believe about themselves. Having respectful interactions with our children is not only important, it is at the heart of raising respectful kids. Respectful Parents Raise Respectful Kids Most parents would like to raise respectful, caring cooperative kids. But so often we end up modeling disrespect. When… Continue Reading
Safety really matters. When it comes to young children, there are measures we can take as parents to create an environment that is safe for our children to grow, explore and learn in. Here is a list of common summer safety hazards and tips for creating many happy summer days: Water = Be Alert! Drowning… Continue Reading
Preschool can be a wonderful place for toddlers to grow their inner abilities, nurture their creativity, and develop those skills of friendship and interaction. There are a lot of preschools that can offer the perfect balance of hands on learning and fun experiences for little children. But how to choose which preschool is right… Continue Reading
Wondering how to go about setting family rules? Looking for ways to stop yelling at your children? Are you discouraged or skeptical about positive parenting? Today I am sharing the second part of a lovely interview with Dr. Laura Markham of Aha!Parenting full of insight on just that! Q: Dr. Laura, should families that practice… Continue Reading
*** Toddlers hear the word NO! on average 300 times – have you heard this statistic? Today I am welcoming Sam from Love Parenting with a guest post on creating a YES environment for our children!*** We get so frustrated when our children shout “No” at us, or refuse to follow important directions, but perhaps instead… Continue Reading
Have you ever wondered about the key differences between positive, permissive and autocratic parenting? Looking for the secrets to better behaved children? I recently had a chance to connect with Dr. Laura Markham of Aha!Parenting and today, I am sharing her insights here on positive parenting connection on parenting styles, respect vs. control, connection and… Continue Reading
Last week after playschool, my four year old was tossing his toy dog up into the air. He was playing really close to some trees and soon enough dog became tangled and stuck in one of the tree branches. Oh No! Now what mama? He asked. Now, mama will save dog! Oops, no, no no!… Continue Reading