Posted by Shannon M. on Wednesday, March 14th, 2012
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There are few things more frustrating (save, say, banging your head against a wall) than when your kids ignore you. So maddening is it when kids don’t listen, that sometimes yelling or raising your voice seem like the only viable options. Resist those urges and instead choose to empower yourself by implementing a few behavior-modification tools.
Posted by Shannon M. on Monday, February 27th, 2012
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Praise and positive reinforcement are hands down the most effective ways to reward good behavior. Tailoring a rewards system to encourage good behavior will not only help to improve the family dynamic but also boost the confidence of all parties involved. The objective is to transform your child’s perhaps troublesome daily routines (teeth brushing, getting ready for bed, getting dressed for school, eating vegetables, etc.) into meaningful activities that will earn him/her a reward. This will teach your child responsibility, consequence, and bestow a great sense of achievement which, in turn, promotes self-esteem. These tried and tested rewards models are a simple way to jump-start a move toward a happier and healthier home life.
Posted by Shannon M. on Thursday, February 23rd, 2012
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In grade school, apology was an often empty exercise. Bobby hit Johnny then Mrs. So-and-So sits the children down and forces them to make an insincere apology. This approach was the norm; the “Get Out Of Jail Free” card; all the child has to do is to say those magic words and freedom is suddenly imminent.
Though I’m sure who ever spearheaded this practice had the best possible intentions (accountability, empathy…), I also know that the best made plans often go awry. Apologizing is important but sincerity is foremost.
Posted by Shannon M. on Friday, February 17th, 2012
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There is seldom a more annoying phenomena than an adult who is a picky eater. Not only are these people a nuisance at restaurants, office parties, and the like, but they have seemingly yet to graduate into adulthood. Often times, the pickiest of adults were once the pickiest of children - the victims of simple parenting missteps. Here are some simple tricks I’ve picked up over the past six years, all the while raising my daughter to be the most adventurous eater in her kindergarten class:
Posted by admin on Monday, February 13th, 2012
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In a parent’s bag of tricks, the timeout is one of the more misused tools. I’ve done some reading and a lot of trial and error to find out what really works.
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