The Words to Say When Children are Disappointed
Finding the right words when children are disappointed isn’t always easy. I’ve learned over the years that although it is hard to […]
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Parenting: What Triggers your Anger?
Family life is complicated and unpredictable. Day-to-day expectations and responsibilities can create angry emotions in both parents and children. No matter how skilled you are at parenting, no matter how wonderful your children are, you cannot eliminate or avoid the unpleasant situations that occur in all families. However, once you understand where the anger comes from you can modify the situation and learn ways to control your reactions, so that anger can occupy a smaller place in your home.
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.
Beyond Obedience: The Importance of Fostering Cooperation at Home
Getting children to cooperate and listen is probably the most shared concern I hear from parents. Similar themes repeat themselves, over and over.
“How do I get my kids to do their homework?”
“How do I get my kids to listen to me? I’m so tired of yelling…for nothing…it makes no difference!”
Our job as parents can be tough as the balancing act of encouraging cooperation positively and needing to get things done unfolds each day. Let’s be honest, what we want and what our children want are often out of synch. It’s easy, alright, a lot easier when everyone is smiling, cooperating and listening. Fostering cooperation reduces the need to yell, nag and demand.
Our Job as Parents isn’t to Get it Right Every Single Time
No matter how good you get at calming yourself, being mindful, being positive and working towards harmony and cooperation, there
Rivalry to Harmony: Promoting Peace Among Siblings (Part 1)
Sharing, holding hands, helping tie shoes, siblings can share a lifelong bond of trust, love and friendship. They can also have many
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
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
Positive Parenting: Don’t Let Bad Moments Define Your Child as a Bad Kid
children will often become what their parents believe them to be. Don’t let a bad moment define your child as a bad kid.
Creative Parenting For Fun Book Review
Bringing some creativity into our daily parenting efforts can lead to so much laughter, harmony and happiness. Sometimes it may not