Asking vs. Telling: What Parents Need to Know About Questions & Learning
When I coach parents, I encourage them to have the long-term goal in mind. Questions are not a magic pill or quick fix that will turn your child into an expert at immediate obedience. When you begin asking more questions, you will likely be met with many “I don’t know” and shoulder shrugs. This approach […]
My Child Never Sleeps! What Should I Do? | Ep. 85
Finding peace and connection at bedtime
One Way to Turn Bedtime Routines Around
What happens during the bedtime routine often sets the tone for an entire evening and even impacts the following morning. I coach many families that face struggles as their kids are getting to bed. Emotions can be high and even the anticipation of the bedtime routine can create stress in a family. When your bedtime […]
Your Child Struggles to Transition. Here’s What to Do. | Episode 50
You have work to do and need to move on from playing with your child. They don’t want you to go. And they whine. They fuss. What can you do when your child struggles to transition? You asked. We answered! Everyday we receive pressing questions about a wide range of parenting topics. We consider it […]
“I dealt with big behavior by trying to control it and shut it down.”
If these messages can transform our lives having gone through trauma and really hard things, it can help everyone.
Demanding Kids: “I Want 2 Stories, 5 Kisses, and 10 Hugs”
It’s more refined as an adult, but is your response rooted in your desire for control? Or do you truly have your child’s growth in mind? Admitting your agenda, even to yourself, is a great first step at letting go of unhealthy control. This has helped many parents choose a new and more effective response. […]