Parenting a strong-willed, sensitive child is challenging. We want to preserve their spirit while effectively parenting them. This is how to work with your child's temperament, improve cooperation and celebrate who they are.My first strong-willed, sensitive child was my daughter. Shortly after she was born, many described my baby girl as an old soul. As an infant, her … [Read more...] about Parenting a strong-willed, sensitive child: This is what you need to know
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How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids Using One Simple Trick
Yelling at your kids can become a hard habit to break but it can also be quite damaging. This one simple strategy stops me from yelling at my kids and it can work for you too. Get a free printable with these tips at the bottom of the post.It was one of those hot summer's days that had blurred into scorching hot summer's days before it.Seeking refuge from the … [Read more...] about How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids Using One Simple Trick
How to End Power Struggles with Your Strong-Willed Child
Strong-willed children are prone to power struggles. They're outspoken and fiercely determined. As parents, it's hard to face their challenging behaviour patiently. But in order to raise strong-willed children successfully, we must encourage cooperation while maintaining their spirited nature. This is how.Rationalizing with my strong-willed daughter is no easy feat. … [Read more...] about How to End Power Struggles with Your Strong-Willed Child
Insights & Strategies for Raising Strong-Willed Children
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 this way. … [Read more...] about Insights & Strategies for Raising Strong-Willed Children
This How Negative Language Impacts Children and Here’s How to Speak More Effectively
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.My three-year-old son can be strong-willed and vocal. But, most of the time, he is open to reason. That all changed three weeks ago. We had come back from celebrating Christmas out of town. As if playing Santa, … [Read more...] about This How Negative Language Impacts Children and Here’s How to Speak More Effectively