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Check out this cumbersome discipline cheat sheet and imagine trying to use it in the heat of a kid meltdown. Not gonna happen.
Child Photography instantly attracts attention more than a photo of a landscape or still life, shooting photos of children with spontaneous smile is rewarding.
How do I get my child to listen without yelling? You MUST try this amazing parenting tool: setting enforceable limits with kids from Love & Logic.
Regulating emotions can be difficult for any child, those with more of a natural inclination to anger can have an especially difficult time. It is our job as parents to find ways to not only
One of the most frustrating things about raising a young child is having a 2 or 3-year-old not listening to anything you say. When my son was a toddler, I found it so hard to
Family rituals allow you to slow down and connect, and they’re associated with all sorts of powerful benefits. You probably have several family rituals and traditions of your own, perhaps without even realizing it. But if you don’t have rituals yet, or if you’d like to create some new ones, read on for inspiring examples of family traditions and rituals!
There are eleven things that children really want from their parents - they are the keys to raising healthy, happy and resilient children
Everything a woman consumes while pregnant will go into her body & be consumed by her baby. If you are taking aspirin while pregnant, this is what you need to know.
It’s great that public awareness of Tourette syndrome has increased in recent years, yet a number of significant misconceptions remain. We’ve touched on some
How do I get my child to listen without yelling? You MUST try this amazing parenting tool: setting enforceable limits with kids from Love & Logic.
I lost it today. Between the stress of moving, living in a temporarily empty house that magnifies the boys’ all-ready-too-loud-bickering voices, and handling the roller coaster of emotions that is going back to work after enjoying almost 3 years as a stay-at-home Mom, I just lost it. I cried in the kitchen, the family room, and the bathroom. I toured a
Studies show that children and teens are more stressed out today than ever before. Since stress is a natural part of life, your goal is to teach your child healthy strategies for coping with stress. You can start by following the five steps below.
Positive Discipline is a program designed to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of their communities.
Simone from Jacaranda Tree Montessori guest post today with her post on Siblings Without Rivalry. A resources for all parents with multiple children.
Don't pack your student off to college without teaching them these essential life skills.
Relationship building is the single most important way you can impact a child's life. So often, kids actually can't learn from someone they can't connect with. I'm also convinced that building a strong relationship with a kid or young adult diminishes a huge number of behavior challenges. Many times
July already? Where is the summer going? Heather here, from FamilyVolley.com, and today I am sharing a few "what not to do's" when it comes to temper tantrums. Because even though school might be out for the summer, our parenting gig never gets a summer break. Temper tantrums are a normal part of childhood.
Adopt the art of parenting without saying no. Find a positive approach to handling your children and using positive rather than negative language choices.
Incontinence is a a real issue for those with autism and other special needs. Check out these tips for incontinence as well as free product samples.
These questions come handy for times when you need to get something done, but your kids desperately seek your attention! Kids love them, tried and tested. What better way to connect with them than asking them a bunch of funny questions to get them talkative. Free Printable Included.
Here you will find out research-backed strategies for parenting a strong-willed child that promote cooperation without breaking their spirit.
Learn how to get your toddler to listen without yelling. By applying these positive discipline strategies you will have a calm and peaceful home.
Deciding when to get rid of the pacifier is a big decision. It was a huge adjustment for my kids, but luckily the Pacifier Fairy came to our rescue!
Looking for some Sibling Relationships advice? Popular Boston mommy blogger Elisabeth McKnight shares what works for her toddlers. Click here now to read!
If you faced challenges while trying to get your last baby, it might be more challenging if you’re attempting another pregnancy, especially if you’re still breastfeeding. Maybe you didn’t struggle to
This post has generated a lot of buzz in the past year and I am so excited for all the traffic it has brought to my blog. I never imagined that so many people would not only read my blog, but find …
The Morning Rush It’s morning at the Kirkbride house, and from the moment the first person stirs, there will be a domino effect for all that happens for the next 45 minutes. The bus arrives at a whopping 6:30 am! And I would venture to say that in a family of 8 we have approximately
Toward the end of pregnancy, most women are tired and ready to meet their babies. Looking for natural ways to induce labor? Find out more here>
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One of the most encouraging things parents can do for their children is to spend regular, scheduled special time with them.
Suggestions for how teachers in all subjects can guide students to learn to love reading, and how parents and administrators can help.
A natural consequence is anything that happens naturally, with no adult interference. When you stand in the rain, you get wet. When you don’t eat, you get hungry. When you forget your coat, you get cold.
School is out for the summer which means sleepovers, summer camps, and kids getting a chance to play with their friends. With all these fun activities, comes the chance for an annoying little pest: Super Lice. Though it’s a topic that none of us want to discuss, it happens often to no fault of your
“Mommy, I’m sick. I don’t want to go school” My preschool son stood in front of me, still wearing his Paw Patrol pajamas. My heart picked up pace. Anytime m
Decide what you will do, instead of engaging in power struggles.
Struggling with your child's meltdowns and angry outbursts? Get a guide to handling tantrums and learn what to do when they happen.
Kids Lying? If you’re looking for strategies and consequences that don't involve punishment to stop your child from lying, we've got 20 ideas to help!
How often does your child partake in negative self-talk? How often do you hear things like: I will never get that right! I am so stupid. You don’t love me. I am so ugly. I am such an idiot. I always make you mad. No one likes me. I am so awkward. I am so annoying. Even if you aren’t hearing these thought out loud, many kids are constantly berating themselves silently.
When you are just getting somewhere and you realize you have a hangry toddler on your hands, do you just cancel your plans? This will make everyone happy.
