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Stop whining in its tracks with this simple strategy

Lockdown has been both the best and worst of times for our family. While I won't get into all the particulars of both, some highlights have been eating dinner as a family more, spending way more time … [Read more...] about Stop whining in its tracks with this simple strategy

Back to school during a pandemic will mean living in a new normal. Find out how to navigate and balance crisis schooling based on educational psychology.The table was cleared, pencils … [Read more...] about Crisis schooling: 5 tips to find balance during our new normal

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

Did you know that lecturing or scolding undermines the effectiveness of our parenting? Find out why as well as how to raise your children well without the use of scolding, chastizing or lecturing. … [Read more...] about Scolding undermines effective parenting. This is why.

To many, positive parenting, also known as authoritative parenting, sounds like a misnomer. If you take away punishment, how will a child know who is in charge? Find out how to execute positive … [Read more...] about Research says this is how to use positive parenting from a position of strength