How to explain the difference between needs and wants to small children
Children may be saying things like, “This isn’t the kind I like!” “But I want…” and “Can we get some tomorrow?” Even in more normal ti…
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How to maintain control when a child is misbehaving
Sometimes our children have less than ideal behaviors. While it can be frustrating, the key to focus on safety in the moment and then focus on communi…
How to support your child when they feel worried
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
By recognizing signs of stress, you can help your child manage upsetting events
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
Simple ways of talking about COVID-19 with young children
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
When a child won’t listen
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
Values to help your child be socially successful
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
A simple technique to praise your child so they feel it
Patty was sitting in the living room reading a magazine when her 10-year-old daughter, Lynn, burst into the room...
Catch your little ones being good
Bill and Imogen had three small children, ages 5, 3, and 7 months. Both Bill and Imogen worked outside the home and used a daycare…
Practical ways to support teens who are stressed out about school
On Sunday evening June was in the kitchen preparing dinner for her family. Her 16-year-old son, Timothy, walked into the kitchen and slumped into a…