Parenting can be tough and, in today’s world, some of the most important aspects of parenting get forgotten. Days are long and schedules are busy. Before we know it, children are grown and out of the house. And, unfortunately, a lot of times parent-child relationships are strained. In our fast-paced society, it never seems […]
“Be as consistent as possible regardless of your mood.” When it comes to parenting, it is important to have CONSISTENCY. The problem is, being consistent is hard. However, children need to be able to count on you not to ‘lose it’ if they make a simple mistake, and that you will still be loving […]
When it comes to parenting, it is important to parent with ADAPTABILITY. This includes avoiding the mindset that there is a ‘one-size-fits-all’ technique that applies to every behavioral situation. So, what does it mean to parent with ADAPATABILITY? It means to parent based on the situation at hand and your child’s temperament and […]
“Look at mistakes as opportunities to educate.” When it comes to parenting, it is important to remember the numerous benefits to being a NURTURING parent. This includes enhanced brain development, better social skills, and increased self-esteem. So, what does it mean to be a NURTURING parent? It means displaying love and warmth, especially when […]
“Setting your child up for daily successes is easier than trying to punish poor behavior.” Sometimes children make poor behavior choices simply because they are not paying attention. Other times they make poor behavior choices because they have built a habit of making poor choices. So how can you foster PROMPTING good behavior […]
“A few seconds can make a BIG difference.” Sometimes as parents we respond with too much anger, and that can be harmful and cause regression in our child’s behavior. When you take a few extra seconds before responding to poor behavior, you will make better parenting choices, and ultimately help your child develop […]
“Be so aware of your child’s strengths and weaknesses so that you can anticipate their behavior choices before they happen.” When you are ‘tuned-in’ with your child, you can more easily understand how to help your child become the best version of themselves. You will create a stronger child who is richer in […]
“The times when children are the most responsive and happy are when they are most connected with their parent.” Everything from getting down on their eye level, physical touch, and committed attention makes a big difference. When it comes to fostering self-discipline and self-esteem, children need CONNECTION more than anything else! So, […]
“Be the parent your child needs you to be.” Children hardly ever embrace the concept of learning. As a parent, this can be very frustrating because our primary role is to teach children skills necessary to become independent individuals. With that said, being an ‘EDUTAINING’ parent is a key strategy for success! So, […]