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Five steps to move your parenting in a positive direction. No extra guilt. No added judgment. Tips any anxious, frustrated, overwhelmed, or angry parent can use right away! It’s time. You’re ready to make a change to your parenting. Great! Before you get extremely overwhelmed, pause and take a deep
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You don’t have to dread bedtime! Use this list to create a bedtime routine solution that works for your unique child. Bedtime. That horrendous time of day when you are exhausted, and yet, your kids seem to have a never-ending supply of energy. When all you want to do is
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If bedtime battles have you feeling stuck, this list of common bedtime challenges may help you understand why bedtime is so difficult – and what you can do to encourage a peaceful bedtime routine in your home. Before your hand is on the doorknob, little footsteps are right behind you.
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Understanding how the brain works and how it impacts behavior can help you be a better parent. Keep these brain facts in mind next time your child shows a big feeling, or better yet, teach your kids about these important brain processes. I always feel like I need to make
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Tired of arguing, begging and bribing your kids to help out around the house..or do anything you ask? These 9 tips will help you improve the cooperation from your kids. You’re standing at the kitchen island as your kids stampede away into the other room. They grab video game controllers
Continue ReadingNicole Schwarz, LMFT and Parent Coach provides online parent coaching to help you feel confident in your parenting and bring peace back to your family. You’re repeating yourself a thousand times a day. You’ve tried timeouts, bribes, and threats to get your children to behave, but nothing works. You’re not sure
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“I want that toy!” your child demands. “Not today, honey. We’re just here for a few things.” “I really want that toy.” “I know, but…” Your child interrupts, “All the other kids have one, and I want one too. I’m putting it in the cart.” “Oh, um…we’ll see…OK.” Confused
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Thanks to Janine Halloran for this guest post, check out her bio for links to some fantastic coping resources for kids! What images spring to mind when you hear the word “childhood”? When I first think of childhood, I imagine running through sprinklers on a hot summer day, giggles in
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We’re heading home from the science museum. It’s been a busy morning. We observed, investigated, played, and learned for hours. It was also loud, crowded, and involved tons of walking. “When we get home, we’re going to have some quiet time,” I say, hoping this will counteract the effects of
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Mornings with kids can be stressful. It seems like nothing will make them move faster or get out of bed without a fight, so you start every day with yelling, bribing, threatening and feeling constantly rushed. These tips will help you bring peace to your morning routine – and still get
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