We tend to underestimate how negative language impacts children. Find out why it is a less effective form of discipline, what research on neurobiology says about how to speak more effectively and find … [Read more...] about It’s Science. Dropping negative language improves child behaviour.
Parenting Young Children
The analogy that will change how you view your child’s misbehaviour
When a child's behaviour is unmanageable, the whole family can feel it's in a state of chaos. Equipped with one powerful analogy, parents can develop a protocol to turn their child's behaviour around. … [Read more...] about The analogy that will change how you view your child’s misbehaviour
Breaking the golden rule of screen time is better for your family
Children are inundated with digital media. As parents, we know our children shouldn't be on screens for more than two hours a day. However, using this one rule as your guide can actually work against … [Read more...] about Breaking the golden rule of screen time is better for your family
The best and worst consequences for moral development
Research has shown certain consequences for kids undermine the goal of raising good, moral children. However, natural and logical consequences are invaluable teachers.The main goal of my parenting … [Read more...] about The best and worst consequences for moral development
Brilliant Tips to Ease Separation Anxiety in Children
Separation anxiety is so hard on parents and children. For a parent, it is brutal to see your child devastated. Then leaving them in that state of devastation feels terrible. Fortunately, there are … [Read more...] about Brilliant Tips to Ease Separation Anxiety in Children