My child is starting at a new school. She has gone to play groups, but just with me – never dropped off. What can I expect and how can I make it easier for her (and me)? What an exciting time. Stay calm and positive about the school experience. If you are anxious, she will […]
Author: Brandi Davis, ACC
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To Share or Not to Share?
“YOU have been using that for a long time, it is your sister’s turn.” “Yes, it is yours, but let your brother use it for a little.” “Be nice! SHARE.” I know that being able to share is an important virtue, and one that we hold in very high regard. But I ask this: Do […]
Why Your Three-Year-Old is Not a Jerk
…And How to Keep Him/Her Like That OK, let’s go with the idea – that one that has been popping up all over your Facebook and Twitter feed – the idea that three-year-olds are as… umm… hmmm… assertive. It is kind of a rough call to make about a three-year-old, don’t ya think? But I […]
Should I Give My Kids Snacks?
I see parents carry around snacks – lots of snacks for their kids. I don’t do that. I want my kids to eat their meals. Am I being too tough? Am I starving my kid? There is nothing that sends some folks into high gear like their child saying, “I’m HUNGRY!” I am in no […]
Why Consistency IS the Key
There was a recent article denouncing the positivity and usefulness of consistency. Rigidity, yes, denounce away. Unrealistic expectation of perfect parenting, yup, denounce that too. Consistency, though- that is the keeper. Read on and you will discover the three misconceptions about consistency. Consistency Is Impossible Nahhhhh, consistency is not impossible, it just takes clarity of […]
Does Time Out Really Work?
All my friends and I use Time Out, but agree that it is not working for us most of the time. Are we doing it wrong? I cannot tell you how many times I am asked about Time Out. Many parents and educators are stuck in Time Out Mode – the situation in which grown […]
Being Stuck: Your New Favorite Discipline Technique
Do you find yourself yelling at your kids, your blood pressure rising while truly considering putting them in a rocket and sending them to the moon? They love space, so it’s not all bad. You just want them to clean up their toys, go potty, put dishes in the sink, get dressed… Really, just put […]
Kids and Nutrition
I am worried about nutrition and my child. I try to feed my kid well, but then I see friends feeding their children hot dogs and nuggets everyday. Am I too tough? Hot dogs, greasy grilled cheese, pasta drowning in butter or neon “cheez”, chicken fingers… These are the foods tagged as kid cuisine. Who […]