Tired of your toddler whining and crying all the time? Learn how to deal with your child's behavior with these respectful but effective solutions. At some point, every mom asks herself, Is this behavior normal? Because it seems that your toddler complains about everything, even when she has no reason to. She throws a tantrum when she doesn't get the snack she wants or has a meltdown if you can't pick her up right then and there. No doubt about it: toddler whining can make the whole family miserable. It doesn't help when you've tried everything under the sun, but nothing seems to … [Read more...]
Consequences for Kids That Actually Work
Do you find that your consequences for kids don't always work? Take a look at the biggest mistake parents make, and how to apply consequences that respect your child AND curb challenging behavior, regardless of age. We've all felt that panic: trying to come up with a consequence fit for a child's behavior. Maybe your child tested your limits and you got upset. In trying to turn this chaos into a teachable moment, you scanned your brain for a good enough consequence... one that would get her to stop, to convince her this is serious, and that you've just about had it with her … [Read more...]
Top 7 Qualities of a Good Father
What makes a good dad? Being an amazing father is much more than simply providing for the family. Take a look at the top 7 qualities of a father and husband and see which characteristics matter the most. Good dads are all around us, don't you think? Amazing dads who wake up in the middle of the night to change diapers, just so we can have a few more minutes to keep sleeping. Fathers who come home from a long day at work still eager to play chase, even if it means postponing dinner for a bit. I'm grateful my kids have an awesome dad, and I know I'm not alone. Many of us have no idea … [Read more...]
Toddler Running Away in Public? 6 Things You Need to Do
Frustrated when your child runs off in public, especially when he thinks it's a big game? Learn how to discipline your toddler running away in a gentle but effective way. We've all seen the exasperated mom chasing after her toddler running away — maybe you've even found yourself in that situation. From the grocery store to the mall, your toddler prefers to dash ahead instead of walking by your side. He might even run away like it's a game or hide out of sight as if playing peek-a-boo. The worst part? Each time you grab hold of him again, he greets you with a mischievous grin. It … [Read more...]
Time Management for Moms: Tips You Can Actually Apply
Are you a busy mom feeling like you have zero time in the day to get everything done? Take a look at my tips on time management for moms you can actually apply! For most of us parents, time management feels like it should be easy. Maybe you only have one child, not 10. You don't have financial struggles or health issues to take up your time. Perhaps you're still young, with no reason not to feel capable of managing your time. Why, then, does time management for moms feel impossible? Sure, both parents work, and you don't have regular help from others. But your house is always a mess … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Toddler to Poop in the Potty
Wondering why your child still isn't pooping in the potty? Learn how to get your toddler to poop in the potty, handle anxiety and avoid accidents! Despite his success with potty training in just three days, my toddler wouldn't poop in the potty. We had started potty training, but several months in and he still hadn't gotten the hang of pooping in the potty. It seemed that every single day he had a poop accident in his underwear. I knew rewards were ineffective, but even praising him for the times he did poop in the potty didn't seem to work. In fact, he knew when he needed to poop, … [Read more...]
Do You Have an Ungrateful Child? What to Do:
Are you dealing with selfish kids? Learn how to discipline an ungrateful child without power struggles, and nurture mutual respect for each other instead. My husband added an extra treat for our then-toddler: a peanut butter sandwich with his oatmeal. The little guy shoved aside the oatmeal for the sandwich and gobbled it up in record speed. Once his hands were empty, though, he cried for more. "It's all gone," we tried explaining to him. Nothing seemed to register. He wasn't thrilled at having eaten a favorite snack—instead, he showed little thanks once the sandwich was gone. This … [Read more...]
Amazing Family Conversation Starters to Try Right Now
Want to engage with your children and help them think deeper? Discover amazing family conversation starters and questions that will ignite discussion and critical thinking. Conversations with our kids can sometimes feel repetitive, don't you think? We ask, "How was school?" to get the predictable "Good" response. We might dive into asking what they did at school, which is better, but not by much. Beyond getting more than a one-word answer, I wanted to learn how to spur conversation with my kids to get them to think differently. I knew how important family conversation starters can be … [Read more...]
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