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When it came to the principle of time in/ time out, I thought I understood it thoroughly. But I was making one substantial mistake. Overall, my almost four-year-old is an agreeable, earnest, and incredibly kindhearted child. But every so often, life gets the best of him. Whether he’s tired, out of his routine, or […]
When your child’s bad behaviour just won’t turn around, this positive discipline technique is incredibly effective. Find out what to do and how it works below. It wasn’t a long road trip and I felt like I had prepared so well. I had taken my kids to the playground before we left. […]
Nervous about introducing a breastfed baby a bottle? Find out best tips for successfully bottle feeding a breastfed baby as well as the best baby bottles to use… “The World Health Organization recommends you breastfeed your baby until two years or beyond,” our breastfeeding course instructor informed us. Had I been drinking something, I would […]
Kids aren’t listening? It’s so frustrating to correct our kids over and over. Try these two crucial positive parenting strategies and your kids will listen. “It looks like a beautiful ballroom!” she said. My five-year-old daughter was awestruck. She approached the open restaurant floor and twirled with wonderment. In truth, the bistro was attractive and inviting. […]
When it comes to baby sleep, I’ve been through my fair share. Here are research-based, parent-tested tips to gently get your baby to sleep. When it comes to baby sleep habits and sleep training, I’ve been through my fair share. Anticipating the birth of my first child, I read books, got prepared, and […]
Raising strong-willed children is a demanding process. We can’t just demand compliance because it won’t work. Find positive parenting strategiess below. Her blood-curdling scream was enough to wake the baby and send chills down my spine. “I told you to STOP!” she yelled. I had never heard my daughter speak to me […]
New moms are inundated with advice, information, and tips postpartum. This perspective is the one thing every new mom should know. There is a newness that comes with the birth of each newborn. Each baby has his or her own temperament and personality. There is a new dynamic with the birth of each new […]
Do boys need to roughhouse? As it turns out there are many benefits to boys and girls engaging in rough-and-tumble play. Find out why below. Recently, my husband and I have brought our newest addition home from the hospital. It is an incredibly tender time. I am in the process of healing from my […]
Positive parenting discipline is incredibly effective but it is also a lot of work. Find a plethora of positive parenting resources below. Whether it’s in the candy aisle at the grocery store, at school pickup, or at a family gathering, we’ve all been there. Our child acts out and there is an audience. It […]
We tend to underestimate how negative language impacts children. Find out why it is a less effective form of discipline and very basic alternatives below. Typically, my three-year-old son is strong-willed and vocal. But, if I listen to how he’s feeling and explain myself, he is very reasonable. That is, until a few weeks […]