#### Inside: Discover practical strategies to help an angry child develop emotional regulation skills, paving the way for a calmer home environment. **Table of Contents** **Yelling. Stomping. Slamming. Crashing.** Raising a child with intense emotions and limited coping skills can lead to a whirlwind of unpredictability and family chaos. It’s not unusual for parents to…
Raising a sensitive, spirited child can be both exhausting and rewarding. If this sounds familiar, your child might be right-brain dominant. — I’ve already answered at least 50 questions from my daughter about our breakfast options and why she can’t have popsicles or ice cream for breakfast, even though we talked about this just yesterday….
Explore effective ways to discipline and nurture a strong-willed child by focusing on their strengths to foster better listening and cooperation. **Table of Contents** It was around my daughter’s third birthday when we realized we were in over our heads. Our expectations that she would always listen weren’t being met, and our frustration often led…
**Inside:** Beyond school supplies and a new first-day outfit, parents often overlook one crucial element kids need for a smooth back-to-school transition. **Table of Contents** *”I don’t want to go to school, Mom.”* With still three weeks of summer left, my 9-year-old’s comment took me by surprise. I asked her what was on her mind….
**Inside:** Discover the most common mistake in disciplining children and learn how adjusting your viewpoint on their behaviors can make a positive difference. **Table of Contents** Many of us like to see ourselves as optimistic, the “glass is half full” type of people. I’ve always leaned towards optimism, a perspective that was reinforced during a…
Inside: Parenting a child with special needs can undoubtedly be stressful. However, embracing acceptance, self-compassion, and gratitude can help parents find peace and joy amid daily challenges. Table of Contents One day, as I stood in my messy kitchen holding a freshly soiled diaper, I watched my kids play together with enthusiasm. In that moment,…
The issue of the “elephant in the room” in the world of parenting is something I’m no longer willing to ignore or leave unchallenged. **Table of Contents** Every day, a common misconception leaves well-meaning parents and their children feeling frustrated and hopeless. It’s ironic that often, it’s the most dedicated parents who struggle the most…