Parenting Archives - Sleeping Should Be Easy

What to Do When Your Husband Doesn’t Help with the Baby Because He Works

Mar 31, 2023

Feeling resentful when your husband doesn't help with the baby because he works? Learn what to do to get him to help you around the house. A shower. Running an errand. Even taking a 30-minute break from everything. These are all starting to feel like luxuries you practically have to pull teeth to get, except it's not because you're alone. It's because your husband doesn't help the baby. He won't change diapers unless you ask, and even then, he gives you a hard time about it. The same is true with feeding the baby and even giving him attention. You can't get him to clean, cook meals, or … [Read more...]

How to Stop Nagging Your Child to Get Things Done

Communication

Mar 24, 2023

Do you nag about everyday little things like taking a bath or putting dishes away? Here's how to stop nagging your child to get things done. Three hours. That's how long your child has to get everything done after school. This includes finishing homework, tidying her room, and eating her snack. But despite this stretch of time, you still need to nag her every step of the way. You have no idea why an assignment takes her two hours when the recommended time is a mere 30 minutes. You'll find her playing in the backyard instead of cleaning her mess as you asked her to. And she … [Read more...]

Coping Skills for Kids to Help Manage Big Feelings

Development

Mar 23, 2023

Does your child struggle with handling difficult emotions? Teach how to teach positive coping skills for kids to manage these big feelings on their own. My son came home from summer camp in a horrible mood. He called me names, got upset at his little brother for no reason, and stomped around yelling for a solid 20 minutes. Since he doesn’t normally act this way, I figured something must have happened to cause distress, but it took a while to unravel the details. It turned out he’d taken a scary tumble, gotten hurt, and felt embarrassed. The physical plus emotional pain was enough to … [Read more...]

14 Funny Things People without Kids Say

Parenthood

Mar 19, 2023

Parenthood can look so different to those without kids or who are expecting their first. Check out these 14 funny things people without kids say! I was that person who never understood life with kids. Not that I never wanted them—I've always been open to having a family myself. But when I look back on how I viewed children before becoming a mother, I realized how clueless I was about so many things. For one thing, I figured babies could sleep all day long. After all, most of the times I've seen babies, they were asleep in someone's arms. And not until did I become a mom did I truly … [Read more...]

The Biggest Reason Parents Should Stand Their Ground

Behavior

Mar 16, 2023

It's tough to enforce rules when kids throw a tantrum. But learn the one big reason parents should stand their ground during these meltdowns. Imagine throwing a tantrum... and getting everything you demanded. You might think this is ideal for your child, but being too lenient can often lead to adverse consequences. Giving in all the time during a power struggle may lead her to believe that negative actions are the way to get anything. She learns that throwing a fit means mom and dad break down and oblige. So, she might use this method more often than not to get what she wants. The … [Read more...]

Are You Living Through Your Kids? Why You Should Find Your Own Meaning

Parenthood

Mar 05, 2023

Are you living through your kids to fill a void in yourself? Learn how to find your own meaning and stop relying on your kids to feel happy. My first grader was going to receive an award at school for doing well in reading. This was his moment, his chance to be recognized for his hard work and love of learning. Except there I was, fighting a selfish urge to take some of that credit, too. As if my child’s accomplishments should be a direct reflection of the kind of parent I was. I wanted to stand there so everyone knew I was the parent of the kid who just received an award. It was then … [Read more...]

Top Parenting Books Moms and Dads Should Read

Parenthood

Mar 03, 2023

Find the best advice with these top parenting books moms and dads should read. Learn how to discipline and become the best parent you can be! I'm a researcher. When I run into an issue with my kids, I read as much as I can about it. I start online where a quick online search can turn up some good articles. But some of the best advice I've heard and applied comes from reading the best parenting books. These aren't "how-to" guides like when to start solids or how to change a diaper (though I've read those as well!). These books discuss parenting, from how to best communicate with our kids … [Read more...]

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