The Important Question to Ask After Yelling
We are walking up the stairs to school. It’s been a difficult morning. I am feeling drained by the need […]
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Meeting Misbehavior with Acceptance and Empathy
A toddler has a melt down at the store. Later, he takes a cookie without telling you and spits on the
Discipline for That Kid that Bites, Hits and Screams
Danny just turned three years old and he used to be that kid. That kid that bites, hits and screams at
Are Natural Consequences A Good Discipline Choice?
Natural Consequences are often talked about as the go-to gentle alternative to punitive actions like time-outs or removing privileges.
Playful Parenting Through Power Struggles
Just the other day, a doll went flying through the air. I saw it being thrown and land on the
Do Consequences Actually Work?
A time out may stop a child from spitting or hitting. The threat of “no TV” may get a child
The Power of Pause
We all want positive, respectful relationships with our children—and we want our children to
grow up experiencing the same. Using the power of pause is a simple tool that has the
profound ability to transform our relationships, from infancy on.
8 Ways To Talk To Children That Encourage Listening & Cooperation
Speaking forcefully with threats, bribes, empty promises or lies seldom gets us any closer to “getting” children to willingly do what we hope them to do. When we speak kindly, with the intent to connect, explain or share, our ideas become appealing and interesting and the other person can feel welcomed into the conversation and welcomed into potential solutions.
Freedom: Building Block #4 for Positive Parenting
Welcome to the Beyond Discipline: 10 Building Blocks for Positive Parenting Series. This is the 4th post in a series
Three Alternatives to Saying “Good Job”
if you’ve communicated accurately and encouragingly, kids inherently know that something they did was “good,” and they’re motivated to do it again. Instead of telling your kids that they just made you feel proud, they decide feel proud of themselves. Their accomplishments, as they should be, are about them, not you.