It is all too easy to get sucked into arguments with children where both parents and kids are back talking and escalating the situations. The focus then becomes winning the argument instead of respecting each other’s feelings and point of view. Parents can defuse these tense situations by validating their… Read entire post …

When problems arise with children, blame is sometimes the first reaction parents have. However, a more effective strategy is focusing on solving the problem and working to prevent it in the future. Even in tense or challenging moments, there are a few things that parents can do to proactively help… Read entire post …

Clear communication between parents and children includes more than parents just dictating directions and expecting children to follow them. Truly effective communication involves parents learning to speak with their children, instead of at them, and speaking with words that will have clear meaning for the children. While there are no… Read entire post …

Sometimes the most powerful parenting tools are the words parents speak to children. Unfortunately, parents often also fall into the trap of repeatedly not following through on the things they tell their children. Doing this takes away from the potential positive power that words can have. Parents need to take… Read entire post …

Mealtimes can be hectic for families and parents sometime struggle with the foods their children eat, how much they consume, and how they act at the dinner table. Parents need to be certain to create positive mealtime habits that will be long lasting for their children and avoid food battles… Read entire post …

Sleep is one of the most important needs for the healthy growth of children, so finding good bedtime routines and helping children sleep well is important for parents. There are many different ways parents establish bedtimes, and some are more effective than others. Several tips can help make bedtime easier… Read entire post …

There are many subtle differences between positive and negative discipline strategies, and understanding their effectiveness begins with understanding their purposes and uses. It is important for parents of young children to be aware of the differences in order to effectively teach and guide their children.

Even though they are commonly… Read entire post …

When young children lie it can cause great concerns for parents, as well as negatively affect family life and relationships. For pre adolescents, lying is sometimes a strategy used to avoid punishment, control a situation, or for attention. There are several things that parents can do to not only discipline… Read entire post …

Parents dealing with children who talk back or treat others in the family poorly might resort to yelling or taking away tangible items as forms of punishment. These methods might ease initial frustrations for the parents, but rarely lead to positive, changed behaviors.

Using harsh words and back-talking are strategies… Read entire post …

In this lesson we’re going to have a look at how the words we choose in communicating with children and spouse play a role role in family relationships and how they can be the difference between ongoing family conflict or a loving, peaceful home.

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