Have you ever wondered why kids today seem to get bored, frustrated, and impatient so easily? Are you worried we might be raising a generation of entitled kids? You’re not the only one. And you’re not wrong. “I hear the same consistent message from every teacher I meet. Clearly, throughout my time as an Occupational Therapist, I ... Read More
If you asked a room full of parents to name their least favorite part of parenting, discipline is probably near or at the top of the list. And yet making mistakes and acting out are a foundational part of a child’s development. It’s so conflicting, isn’t it? You want your kids to do better - but you don’t want to resort to traditional discipline.... Read More
Are you tired of constantly yelling at your kids? Do you want your children to do the right thing, without you having to coerce or threaten them? So did we, which is why we started researching positive discipline. A big issue faced by schools these days is bullying. Many parents we talked to struggle with how to stop this type of behavior. .... Read More
Your 8-year old didn’t put away his toys, again. Your 4-year old has a meltdown every night about brushing his teeth. And you know what? You are not alone! All parents find themselves facing challenges on an almost daily basis. Which are exactly what these positive parenting techniques are made for. Think of them as a guiding light that can help.... Read More
It’s time to head to a classmate’s birthday party when your child starts to get that familiar look of panic you’ve come to recognize. Your little one looks like they’re about to burst into tears and says, “I don’t want to go anymore. Don’t make me go. I don’t feel good.” And you know the anxiety is back. What should be a fun day of ice cream, ca.... Read More
Does it seem like every time you go online or turn on your television you see another news story about some disturbing event? Bad news equals good ratings. In today’s culture of sensationalist media, natural disasters, mass shootings, and terrorism are posted directly to your feed at an alarming pace. It’s enough to overwhelm adults sometimes, .... Read More