When I first read that parenting without ultimatums was more effective, I was confused. Once I figured out how to parent this way, my kids began to listen better and our family was more peaceful.Chaos consumed our family for far too long.The main floor erupted into a physical and emotional minefield. Lego and little pastel plastic figures were always underfoot. But … [Read more...] about Why You Want to Avoid This Parenting Mistake
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How to Ditch Punishment and Get the Best Behavior Yet
When we entered into a cycle of timeouts and my son's behavior only got worse, this approach changed everything. Our family is more peaceful and happier than before.When my second son was born, my two-year-old son started acting out. Before the baby's arrival, our days were filled with building forts and laughter. I was the center of his world. And he was … [Read more...] about How to Ditch Punishment and Get the Best Behavior Yet
Time Ins and the Fundamental Mistake You Want to Avoid
When it came to the principle of time in/ time out, I thought I understood it thoroughly. But I was making one substantial mistake.Every so often, life gets the best of my normally agreeable and earnest four-year-old son. Whether he's tired, out of his routine, or aggravated by some other factor, he becomes emotional, irrational, and angry. When he's like this, I can't … [Read more...] about Time Ins and the Fundamental Mistake You Want to Avoid
These are the Best Positive Parenting Discipline Techniques
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 feels as though all eyes are on us judging our reactions … [Read more...] about These are the Best Positive Parenting Discipline Techniques
5 Positive Parenting Alternatives to Timeouts
Want to discipline your child using positive parenting strategies? Check out there 5 alternatives to timeouts below! I remember when I came across that first website. I had poured over it because it was laden with so many rich, positive parenting strategies. As I combed through each assertion nodding, I took note of what I would do as my then one-year-old and … [Read more...] about 5 Positive Parenting Alternatives to Timeouts