Good parents look for ways to grow and improve their parenting any time of the year. Use this tip to make an effective resolution - even if it's not New Year's Eve. The pressure to make parenting resolutions usually comes around January 1st each year. But, the decision to make a big change in your parenting can also come on March 13th, … [Read more...]
10 Tips for a Respectful Conversation about Positive Parenting
Sharing your parenting philosophy and strategies with friends and family isn't always an easy task. Here are 10 tips to help you have a respectful conversation about positive parenting - even if the other person doesn't agree! There's nothing like a holiday party to bring on the hard conversations. Your sister wonders why you don't use … [Read more...]
3 things that matter more than your child’s obedience
We all want kids who obey (preferably with a cheerful attitude). When that doesn't happen, we panic. What if, we took obedience off its pedestal and focused on laying a strong foundation instead? Here are three things that matter more than your child's obedience. A child’s obedience is like the gold standard in parenting. When a child … [Read more...]
Bedtime Routine Solutions You Can Use Tonight
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 sit down and veg out, and all your kids seem to care about is … [Read more...]
Common Bedtime Challenges (and How to Avoid Them)
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. He’s not asleep like you assumed, and your ninja-style … [Read more...]
How to absolutely love parenting toddlers (everything you need to know and more!)
The toddler and preschool years can be exhausting and overwhelming, but don't believe the hype - parenting toddlers doesn't have to be terrible! In fact, you can even enjoy this stage. (It's true!) Use these tips to help you discipline, manage tantrums, avoid power struggles and parent your toddler with confidence! How to Absolutely Love … [Read more...]
How to prepare for your child’s next high-intensity meltdown
How to Prepare for Your Intense Child's Next Meltdown Glancing at the clock, you mentally cross your fingers. You’re parenting alone tonight and your energy is running low. It would be great if your child made it to bedtime without a meltdown. For your sake. For your other children’s sake. You know he can’t help it. Some nights are … [Read more...]
Positive Parenting for Toddlers: 5 Amazing Benefits
Little kids don't need harsh discipline like timeouts or threats to behave. Positive parenting for toddlers and preschoolers works - even if your kids are too young to talk! It's not too early to set a positive, respectful foundation for parenting in your home. (And it's not too late to make some changes to your parenting either!) My … [Read more...]
5 Confidence-boosting questions to ask when your child acts out
These 5 questions help you feel confident, calm, and prepared to teach your child using positive, respectful parenting strategies. Let’s be honest. In the middle of a meltdown, my first question is: "How do I get them to calm down?" In the middle of a disagreement, my goal is: "How do I get them to agree with me?" In the middle of an … [Read more...]
3 Words Your Child is Longing to Hear
The second I walk in the door, she’s on my heels. Showing me a thousand pictures, talking non-stop about her day, balancing on one foot, then the other. If I’m distracted, she might mix things up a little. Pulling on my sweater, singing at the top of her lungs, or whining. She wants my attention. But she wants more than just my gaze, she … [Read more...]