Parenting a strong-willed child is full of ups and downs. These children are outspoken, prone to power struggles , sensitive 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. Get a … [Read more...] about Parenting a Strong-Willed Child: Research Says This is the Best Approach
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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
50+ Ideas to Improve Printing Without Writing
Want to work on your child's printing and fine motor skills for hand-writing? Below you will find play-based learning ideas to improve printing without writing.I remember those printing books from elementary school with each letter written solidly, then in an almost connect-the-dots form, and then with room for us to try copy the character on its own. It was a … [Read more...] about 50+ Ideas to Improve Printing Without Writing
When Positive Parenting Fails This is What You Can Do
When positive parenting seems to fail, these are practical strategies to get results and encourage your children to listen better."I love the idea of positive parenting but it doesn't work for every kid." "Yes! Positive parenting doesn't work for us either. We've tried our best and we aren't getting anywhere."I had just published a post that I felt pretty confident … [Read more...] about When Positive Parenting Fails This is What You Can Do
My Kids Aren’t Obedient and That’s Okay
My kids aren't obedient because I don't expect them to be. And there's good reason for this. Find out why obedient kids should not be a goal of parenting. As we entered into my OB-GYN's office, we may as well have been a three-ringed-circus.At eight months pregnant, I was so big my waddle was unmistakable. If my oversized belly didn't turn heads, then my … [Read more...] about My Kids Aren’t Obedient and That’s Okay