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Instead of teaching kids to avoid screens, teach them this! | 40
Instead of avoiding screens, teach your kids how to have a healthy relationship with them! Focus on building a foundation of open communication, digital safety & healthy screen habits.
And the earlier we start...
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5 Things Your Child Doesn't Want to Hear When They're Angry | 39
Don’t forget to check out my free discipline workshop, “How to Get Your Child to Listen Without Yelling”
Navigating our children's intense emotions can sometimes feel like we're walking on eggshells.
We try to connect...
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What to say instead of "Hurry Up" | 38
Don’t forget to check out my free discipline workshop, “How to Get Your Child to Listen Without Yelling” - www.themompsychologist.com/workshop
It's morning time and you just need to get your child to put on their...
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5 Ways We Trigger Our Kid's Anger Without Realizing It | 37
I know a lot of focus is on helping kids make better choices so that we raise respectful humans and I love this.
But I also think that we must balance these conversations with holding ourselves accountable &...
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How to Teach Kids Manners & Gratitude Without Forcing Them to Say "Thank you!" | 38
Now that it's officially gift giving season, I wanted to be sure to address the issue of teaching kids manners.
I know it's so tempting to demand our kids tell the gift giver THANK YOU. And I know during these...
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3 Positive Parenting Tips to Stop the Holiday Tantrums | 37
We talk all year long about positive parenting but I wanted to be sure to provide holiday-specific tips because this time of year tends to bring JOY and CHALLENGES.
It's exciting but can also feel stressful, busy...
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School Day Morning Routine as a Pregnant Mom of 2 | 36
My two preschoolers started school back in August and we are still getting in the swing of things.
We were late the first day of school, due to all the traffic, & it was literally my worst nightmare. 😅😂
Now that...
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Bribes & Allowance Don't Work! How to Motivate Kids to Do Chores Without Power Struggles! | 34
Ah, chores! Similar to mealtime, bedtime, and potty training, chores are a perfect breeding ground for power struggles!
Now I actually like to frame chores as family contributions because it helps set the stage for...
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Should Kids Have an Allowance?! A Simple Guide to Raising Money Smart Kids | 35
I think one of the most powerful gifts we can give our kids is the gift of knowing how to be smart with our money.
After all, money touches every area of our lives (whether we talk about it or not) and it also ties...
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Parenting Triggers: A Step by Step Guide to Managing Your Anger | 33
I know for many of us, becoming a calmer parent is one of our top priorities. And I love this for us because this places less of the focus on trying to fix and control our child and instead, focuses on what we CAN...
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3 Commons Reasons You're Angry at Your Kids | 32
Let's face it - The pressure on us parents is endless and we're often stressed, which makes it hard to stay calm.
Though I know, becoming a calmer parent is often what we want MOST. So why is it so easy to feel...
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2nd Trimester Update Q&A: How We're Preparing Our 2 Kids for Baby # 3 | 31
I can't believe I'm in my 3rd trimester already!
If you missed my announcement episode and you're like "Huh, wait what?!" - yes, ya girl is pregnant and due in late November/early December.
I can't believe I'm in my...
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