Creating routines is one of the most powerful forms of limit setting that parents can do with their kids. Positive Discipline routines help to… Eliminate power struggles Give kids a way to contribute to the family Provide kids with a sense of security and belonging Create a calmer … [Read more...] about 6 Everyday Routines That Will Curb Difficult Behavior
5 Simple Ways You Can Help Your Child Develop a Growth Mindset
Did you know research shows that kids who understand that their brains are capable of growing, try harder, achieve more success, and are overall happier kids? The beliefs we ALL have about our abilities and potential, shape the way we interpret our struggles and our successes. It fuels our … [Read more...] about 5 Simple Ways You Can Help Your Child Develop a Growth Mindset
The #1 Way to Prevent Problem Behavior
A child is much less likely to be well-behaved throughout the day if their bucket is empty or if they feel disconnected from their caregivers. The problem with this is that parents aren’t sure how to effectively fill up their child’s bucket or create that connection. They often wait until after … [Read more...] about The #1 Way to Prevent Problem Behavior
How to Significantly Improve Your Toddler’s Listening Skills
Are you fed up with your toddler’s lack of listening skills lately? You aren’t alone. You can only ask nicely so many times before you completely lose your ever-loving mind. Toddlers are awesome like that. We all want our kids to respect and listen to us. We dream of them doing what we … [Read more...] about How to Significantly Improve Your Toddler’s Listening Skills
How to Dramatically Reduce Your Toddler’s Whining
Is there anything in the world more annoying than a whining toddler? You can only listen to that awful nails on a chalkboard sound for so long until you completely lose your cool! Maybe your son really wanted the giant Lightning McQueen pillow he saw at the store or your daughter was upset … [Read more...] about How to Dramatically Reduce Your Toddler’s Whining
15 Best Ways to Encourage Your Kids to Share and Take Turns
“It’s mine!” your toddler exclaims loudly to his little sister who is trying to take his favorite firetruck. Cue baby sister cries. Here we go again. Why can’t they just share their toys and play nicely together? you think to yourself. What happens next is probably all too familiar to … [Read more...] about 15 Best Ways to Encourage Your Kids to Share and Take Turns