There's no question parents want to give their children every competitive advantage. We want to raise children who will be successful and have a leg up in such a dog-eat-dog world. With so many extracurricular activities for kids to choose from, this is what science says is the best approach.With summer holidays approaching, Jenn was beginning to worry about her … [Read more...] about Why science says this is the best approach to extracurricular activities
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This is the most valuable strategy for all good behaviour
Your child's behaviour is especially difficult and you've tried to coach them, but nothing is working. Your child won't listen despite using every parenting strategy you can think of. This positive discipline technique is the foundation for everything. Find out why this particular positive parenting strategy works so well.It wasn’t going to be a long road trip and I … [Read more...] about This is the most valuable strategy for all good behaviour
Parenting a Strong-Willed Child: This is How to do it Right
Parenting a strong-willed child is full of ups and downs. These children are outspoken, prone to power struggles and even more likely to have meltdowns. At the same time, they're born leaders, dynamic, and a tremendous source of pride for their parents. Here you will find the key to raising strong-willed children successfully without breaking their spirit.She screams, … [Read more...] about Parenting a Strong-Willed Child: This is How to do it Right
10+ Children’s Books That Will Make Your Strong-Willed Child Laugh
Parenting a strong-willed or spirited child is prone to power struggles. Sometimes reading and humour are the best ways to reset. Find get resources here.Parenting a strong-willed child is the most humbling and rewarding endeavour of my life. And it just so happens I'm not parenting one spirited child, but two. What defines a spirited or strong-willed … [Read more...] about 10+ Children’s Books That Will Make Your Strong-Willed Child Laugh
This is How to Respond When Your Child Hates School
When your child starts to hate school, these strategies are crucial to support your child and ensure the greatest outcome with the school.A reader wrote me last week. Identifying information has been changed and I was given permission to post on my blog. Here is a version of her story.My six-year-old daughter wakes just before the crack of dawn talking all about her … [Read more...] about This is How to Respond When Your Child Hates School