Parenting

During a night terror, children will still be asleep, but they'll be frantic and screaming. What we instruct parents to do is just go in and check on them to make sure their leg is not caught in the crib, or that they haven't fallen out of bed.... Full Answer

Here’s a quick review of how you can make a trip to the local store less chaotic: 1. Establish clear expectations. 2. Assign the children “shopping spots.” (inside the cart or holding onto it) 3. Manage their freedom tightly at... Full Answer

Young kids do not have internal brake systems and need you to calm them down or their frustrations can quickly escalate. In some cases you have only seconds before an exorcism begins so don’t wait until your child is in full meltdown to... Full Answer

Aspirations lead to intention which, in turn, lead to action. Here are aspirations to keep front of mind. Play more, it’s fun: When your child asks you to play, get up off the couch and join life. Wii, dance, sports – do it all before... Full Answer

To help children feel comfortable talking about goals, we parents need to share our own aspirations and New Years Resolutions. Take time to share a few of your dreams and wishes and the resolution you plan to set for yourself: losing those extra... Full Answer

One of the easiest ways to explain goals is to link the term to something children are familiar with such as hockey, soccer, or football. You might say, “A goal is like a target or something you shoot for. A football player is aiming for a... Full Answer

Most parents tell their children that they love them, and most believe that speaking those words over and over again will gain validity and that children will then internalize the daily “I love yous” and become confident, self-loving... Full Answer

To reinforce a child’s self-love, here are some simple things that help children remember more of those “I love me” feelings on a daily basis: Practice the “love hug.” This is a wonderful exercise for young children... Full Answer

 After a tragedy, it's easy to get hooked on the horror when it's replayed over and over on TV, but watching can be upsetting for kids. In this video, Dr. Tamar Chansky, who specializes in anxiety, explains the ways that children are affected... Full Answer

It is crucial that we catch a stereotype (i.e. “Women can’t be leaders …”) before it becomes an ingrained belief, locks in doubts, and derails a girl’s confidence for a lifetime. One way to dispel a stereotype is by... Full Answer