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Raising strong-willed children is a demanding process. We can’t just demand compliance because it won’t work. Find positive parenting strategies 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 […]
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 third c-section and have been fairly confined to the couch. But, it has been a nearly perfect place to soak up all of the baby […]
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. Recently, I’ve come to realize how much negative language impacts children. Typically, my three-year-old son is strong-willed and vocal. But, after feeling heard out, he is very reasonable. That […]
New moms are seemingly inundated with unsolicited advice. Find out the advice moms could live without as well as the best advice for new moms. Being a new mom can be overwhelming. Unloading the dishwasher, making a basic dinner, showering, adult conversations, and sleep are all disjointed. You feel like someone is latching onto […]
Limiting screen time is essential today. We get engrossed and so do our kids. Find simple ways to reduce screen time in your family that keeps everyone happy. The first order of business this New Year is to limit my screen time and that of my kids. Let me paint you a picture of […]
I’m pretty sure that when it comes to the language development of their children, parents fall into one of three categories. We are either confident with our child’s ability, unsure if we should be worried, or are worried. Even if you think your child will likely catch up in her own time, it’s still hard […]
Should you punish tantrums and emotional outbursts in kids? Find out how research says you should face meltdowns, rude outbursts, and tantruming.Should you punish tantrums and emotional outbursts in kids? Find out how research says you should face meltdowns, rude outbursts, and tantruming. Should you punish tantrums and emotional outbursts in kids? Find out how research says to effectively […]
Parenting a strong-willed child is full of ups and downs. Find out the key to raising them successfully without breaking their spirit. “I don’t like you anymore!” is heard as her bedroom door slams. Or, his hands on his hips, he looks me dead in the eye and declares, “I’m leaving the family!” […]