3 minThe Importance of Face-to-Face TimeResearch shows that phones are just too hard to ignore. It’s not your fault—it’s like physical dopamine combined with the hyper-social
4 minKids' Behavior is a SymptomIt can feel as though our children are intentionally trying to drive us mad. Why else would they choose to pick a fight over doing something
2 minListenNobody Likes Feeling IgnoredParents ask me all the time, “Why would I empathize if a child is screaming, telling us we are awful, refusing to put on their shoes, or not
4 minUnlock Your Parenting PowerUnderstand the difference between emotions and behavior and use that understanding to help your kids behave better.
3 minKids Are Our ExpectationsBelieving that kids are capable of behavior you want increases the likelihood of them living up to your standards. Here's how.
3 minRepairing RestoresRepairing restores connection. When parents have hurt a child's feelings, the simple act of taking accountability restores the relationship.
3 minSAY IT STRAIGHTA mom said to me the other day, “Of course I say what I mean. I’m a parent, not a politician.” We chuckled. But she was serious. As...