Frustrated when your child only responds to yelling? Learn how to get toddlers to listen without yelling and discover effective parenting tips to discipline. "No." "Don't jump on the couch." "You can't have another snack." "Stop hitting your brother." I don't know how many times I've looked at my kids and asked them not to do something... only for them to do exactly what I had just told them not to do. If I ask them to stop banging a pencil on the table, they'll look me in the eye while they continue pounding away. If I tell them to stay near me as we walk along a busy street, … [Read more...]
7 Game-Changing Ways to Respond to Your Argumentative Child
Dealing with an argumentative child can be challenging for parents. Discover 7 game-changing ways to stop kids from constantly arguing about everything. "We're going to watch Ninjago today, because yesterday we watched Rowan Freemaker," my son announced. Usually he keeps good track of which show to watch and when, but on this particular day, he was wrong. "Actually, we watched Ninjago yesterday, so today we're watching Rowan Freemaker," I replied. His brothers seemed to remember and agreed that yes, we would be watching Rowan Freemaker instead. "No," he said, standing his ground. … [Read more...]
31 Totally Awesome Conversation Starters for Kids
Looking for thoughtful conversation starters for kids? Learn more about your family through these 31 question prompts and simple topics. "Daddy's home!" the kids yelled when they heard the jingle of keys at the doorknob. I was equally elated to see my husband not just home, but just in time for dinner to start. Over the years, we've eaten most of our meals together as often as we can. Dinners are a bit trickier, with work and his LA traffic-laden commute, so it's always a treat when we get to spend a weeknight dinner together. Why? These moments provide a chance to start conversations … [Read more...]
Baby Sign Language Pros and Cons: What You Need to Know
Wondering whether to sign with your baby or toddler as a way to communicate? Take a look at these baby sign language pros and cons to better decide whether to teach your child baby sign language. By: Lane Rebelo If you’re a new parent, you’ve probably heard about baby sign language, but you might not be sure if it’s for you or not. You might have heard parents say things like "Baby sign language is amazing!" or perhaps you've heard others say, "It’s a waste of time." What’s a new parent to do? How do you decide if it’s worth the effort or if it's even right for your family? Baby sign … [Read more...]
How to Stop Your Toddler Whining (Even When You’ve Tried Everything)
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...]
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...]
20 Open Ended Questions for Kids You Should Ask
Get examples of open ended questions for kids with these conversation starters! Perfect for kids to practice creative and critical thinking skills. Confession time: Most questions I ask my twins are not open-ended: "Do you want a pear or a banana?" "Did you already use the potty?" "What did you make in art class today?" Now, there's nothing wrong with questions like these. After all, I need to know whether we should have another potty break or which fruit to serve with dinner. But sometimes we get caught up in facts and one-word answers that we forget to ask open-ended … [Read more...]
6 Reasons to Stop Labeling Kids
From shy to outgoing, difficult to easygoing, learn the negative effects of labeling kids and why you should not label children (plus what to do instead). Why bother? I thought to myself each time I took an algebra or calculus exam. I expected to do poorly, so I didn’t even try. After all, I was the “artistic” kid. I was creative, a wordsmith. I wasn’t a “math person.” As I grew up, I never even considered I could do well in my math classes, even throughout college. Labeling kids usually starts out with the best of intentions. We may believe we’re encouraging positive behavior … [Read more...]
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