Tired and guilty of yelling at your child to behave and follow instructions? Learn how to get kids to listen without yelling, and foster mutual respect instead. "Don't stand on your bed," I warned my son for what felt like the zillionth time. "You might fall and get hurt." Considering that he sleeps on the top bunk, this warning didn't come lightly. But sure enough, as soon as I started to leave, I turned around to peek in the room and found him standing once again. Every parent will remind her kids of the rules, only to turn around and find them doing exactly what you just told them … [Read more...]
Toddler Not Listening? 7 Things You Need to Do
If you're struggling with a toddler not listening and behaving, you're not alone. Discover 7 things you need to do to get kids to listen without yelling. My then-toddler sat flipping through a book when I called, "Breakfast time!" He ran to the dining room, with the book in hand. "You can put the book on the couch," I suggested. We typically don't allow other items at the dining table when we're eating meals, even books. "Then, you can have it after you're done eating," I continued. "No!" he shouted, adamant about bringing the book to the table. This went back and forth, with him … [Read more...]
How to Stop Your Toddler from Running Off in Public
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...]
What to Do if Your Child Is Talking in Class Too Much
What do you do if your child is talking in class too much? Help her focus, pay attention, and learn in class with these gentle and effective tips. Jeanette saw the dreaded teacher's note. As usual, it said her child had been disrupting the class again with her nonstop talking. She was also getting left behind because she was missing or misunderstanding instructions. When your child is talking in class too much Jeanette tried punishment, which never seemed to work. And both she and her teacher recognized her daughter is a bright girl. But she was running out of ideas on how to get her … [Read more...]
How to Stop Nagging Your Child to Get Stuff Done
Do you nag your kids over everyday little things like taking a bath or putting dishes away? Here's how to stop nagging your child to get stuff done. Her kids have three hours to get everything done when they come home from school. Everyday tasks like brushing their teeth and finishing homework needed nagging. They can't complain for lack of time. Three hours is plenty enough to get these tasks done and still have downtime. But she can't seem to motivate them to start the tasks themselves—she nags her kids to get things done. (Read more about homework mistakes to avoid with your … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Child to Listen to You
You're embarrassed to admit it, but it takes several tries to get your child to listen. Discover effective techniques on teaching children to listen even the first time. Tonight was rough. One kid kept pulling the blinds even though he knew he shouldn't. Another wouldn't clean up his toys, even though I've asked him nicely to do so. All three were taking turns acting grouchy, crying, or whining. Teaching children to listen Getting kids to listen involves parents as much as them. When I'm testy, they antagonize. When I'm removed, so are they. And when I'm calm and matter-of-fact, they're … [Read more...]