Halloween is next week, so in the spirit of the holiday, let’s talk about one of the spookier sides of parenting: tantrums. On my most recent, weekly, trip to Target, I witnessed a probably-three-year-old-boy have a massive meltdown. Why did he meltdown, you ask?...
Originally published by positivediscipline.com Diane promised she would never be like her friend, Sara, who was always yelling (often screaming) at her kids, “Don’t do that! Do this! I’m sick and tired or telling you!” On and on! It was difficult for Diane to be...
It is much easier to take responsibility for a mistake when it is seen as a learning opportunity rather than something to be ashamed of. If we see mistakes as bad we tend to feel inadequate and discouraged and may become defensive, evasive, judgmental, or critical of...
There are few things regarding my daughter that give me anxiety as much as developmental milestones. Why, though? Why did I worry so much about when she was able to lift her head, when she would roll over, or when she sat unassisted? She ended up doing all those...
Babywearing is a practice that involves carrying a baby close to your body in a sling or carrier. This practice, common in many cultures for centuries, has recently gained popularity in Western countries. While it’s a great way to bond with your baby, it’s...
