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What to Do when Your Child Disrespects You

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Published Jun 27, 2016 Updated Aug 08, 2019

Tired of the disrespectful way your child talks back to you? Learn what to do about disrespectful children and how to rebuild your relationship. The Terrible Two's. The Threenager stage. When kids were younger, we could chalk their snarkiness to "it's just a stage." But after a while, that stage can get out of hand. Kids can be disrespectful, no matter how many times we've tried to break through. And the attitude sometimes stems from a major change in the home—not exactly something we could just erase. Regardless of the reason, it's difficult for all people involved. Both parent … [Read more...]

How to Stop Your Child from Interrupting and What to Do Instead

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Published Sep 24, 2015 Updated Aug 08, 2019

Does your child interrupt conversations, whether between adults or children? Learn how to stop your child from interrupting, all without a meltdown. I was sitting across from my husband during family dinner time discussing the next day's schedule. Just as I was trying to get my head straight on what to pack for lunch or what time swim classes start, the kids cut in. "I colored and glued butterflies on paper!" "This broccoli?" "Aaaaahhh!" In most cases, my kids don't know any better about interrupting. They say what's on their mind at that moment, regardless of timing or … [Read more...]

Why You Should Always Intervene when Adults Overwhelm Your Child

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Published Feb 06, 2015 Updated Dec 10, 2019

Have you had to step in when adults overwhelm your child? It may feel awkward or frustrating, but here's why you need to intervene—and how. Imagine a family party and everyone is playing with the younger member, a two-year-old child. Grandpa is bouncing her up in his arms in what started as a game but has now been too much for her. Unfortunately, grandpa is oblivious and thinks the little girl is still having a blast. How do parents know when to intervene with family and friends—adults who may overwhelm kids but not know it? It's tricky dealing with family and friends with setting … [Read more...]

How to Stop Nagging Your Child to Get Stuff Done

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Published Dec 09, 2014 Updated Aug 08, 2019

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...]

The Simple Truth about Your Child’s Constant Questions

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Published Jun 08, 2014 Updated Mar 19, 2019

Does your child bother you with question after question? Learn why your child's annoying questions are actually good for him. "What is time?" "Why is an orange a circle?" "How do people love each other when they're apart?" Your kids chase you around the house, even as you try to ignore them by reading a book or doing chores. Do these "annoying questions" seem useless? Maybe to our over-scheduled, harried adult selves. We like to discuss things that make sense. Stuff that happened at school, what she wants to eat for dinner, and where she put her teddy bear. You know, real … [Read more...]

3 Ways We Unintentionally Disrespect Our Kids

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Published Nov 13, 2012 Updated Nov 13, 2019

No parent would disrespect her child on purpose, but sometimes we do so without knowing. Check out these three ways we unintentionally disrespect kids — and what to do instead. Would you say you disrespect your kids? If you're like me, you would assume no, of course not. I love my kids and would never disrespect them. I wouldn't want others to do so, much less me. 3 ways we unintentionally disrespect kids Except sometimes we disrespect our kids without even knowing it. We mean well and may not see how our words and actions affect them. We overlook the repercussions of our actions, … [Read more...]

Why You Need to Respond when Adults Tease Your Child

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Published Jul 30, 2012 Updated Dec 11, 2019

Do adults tease your child, even with good intention? Learn why you need to respond to others' teasing and how to do so firmly yet tactfully. You're at a family party, and grandpa teases your child and pretends to take away his toy. He means well, as most adults do when they try to make kids laugh, but now the teasing has grown out of hand and your toddler is getting upset. On one hand, you don't want to be that parent everyone has to be careful about with what they say to her kids. So you laugh it off, while still dropping enough hints that it's time to stop the teasing. But you … [Read more...]

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Child’s Emotions

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Published Apr 23, 2012 Updated Sep 04, 2019

How often do we reassure our kids by saying "It's okay"? We try to make them feel better, but don't ignore children's emotions — here's why. "Let's go to the beach!" I suggested to my toddler on a recent day off. The weather had finally started warming up, and I wanted to sit on the sand and hear the waves slapping back and forth. I packed up our blanket and toys, slathered on some sunscreen and headed out. But once I set my toddler down on the sand on his bare feet, he cried, "Want to carry up!" He didn't want to stand on the sand.  Irritated, I carried my 30-plus pound toddler and a … [Read more...]

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The Awakened Family: How to Raise Empowered, Resilient, and Conscious Children
Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids: How to Stop Yelling and Start Connecting
No-Drama Discipline: The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind
Parenting with Love and Logic
ScreamFree Parenting: How to Raise Amazing Adults by Learning to Pause More and React Less

FAVORITE WORKING MOM BOOKS

Overwhelmed: How to Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time
All Joy and No Fun: The Paradox of Modern Parenthood
I Know How She Does It: How Successful Women Make the Most of Their Time
Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
Money-Making Mom: How Every Woman Can Earn More and Make a Difference

FAVORITE EDUCATION BOOKS

Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success
How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success
The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed
The Smartest Kids in the World: And How They Got That Way

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