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As parents, we’re approaching connection all wrong! | 44
Yes, spending intentional 1:1 time with our kids every day *is* sooo important, namely for preventing behavioral issues and enhancing connection. But as our children age, connection is about sooo much more.
In this...
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6 Questions to Ask Teacher When Child Misbehaves At School | 43
I know it's easy to feel overwhelmed, embarrassed and upset at your child when their teacher approaches you about their misbehavior.
There’s so many potential reasons why your child is misbehaving so it's important...
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My 5 Year Old Has Been "Rude" Lately, Here's What I've Been Doing | 42
So lately, I’ve noticed that my 5-year old has been doing a lot of “testy” behaviors like:
Not respecting her sister’s body boundaries.
Competing with her sister (e.g., “Mommy let me get this first.”)
Moving...
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How to De-Escalate An Angry Child | 41
When tension runs high, it's tempting to match our children's emotions and meet their anger with anger but it rarely works.
All we're left with is disconnection and lots of guilt.
Instead, we are best served by...
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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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