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….unstructured, unplanned, unorganized alone time…to relax, to daydream, to just plain think…. Too often we overschedule kids into activities without thinking about the added stresses this may create. Somehow we got the notion that WE are responsible for our kids’ happiness. So we give kids videos, babysitters, classes, sports, i-gadgets, computers, field trips or some […]
We have a habit of asking, “okay?” at the end of a direction. Do you say any of these? “Wash your hands now, okay?” “We’re going in the car, okay?” “Finish your dinner now, okay?” “It’s time to take your bath, okay?” “Time for bed, okay?” “Mommy’s going to work now, okay?” If you are […]
Fear. Fear is the basis of all stress. Parents’ stress is basically being afraid of not knowing what to do, how to handle (read: control) their kids. Fear manifests as frustration, concern, worry, guilt, tension, anxiety, anger and more. Parents are frustrated over their kids’ misbehavior, concerned about their kids’ learning and worried about their […]
What is bad parenting? Everybody has their own idea of what constitutes “bad parenting.” Some think bad parenting is: • emotional, physical or verbal abuse • conditional love or showing no love at all • not paying attention to their children • being too strict or too permissive • misunderstanding misbehavior • not recognizing that […]
Each of us has a distinct style of parenting. Although it may change from time to time or situation to situation, one will definitely stand out as a primary style. Not sure which style is yours? Just ask your child, but be prepared for the answer! The 5 Styles of Parenting are: 1. angry parenting […]
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