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Nine ways to practice positive parentingNot too long ago, I told a man I had met in the store that I teach a class called The Joy of Parenting. He chuckled and said he had given up on that dream a long time ago. Yes parenting is hard! But it can be immensely rewarding. Read more.
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Five ways to be a happier parent nowDo you tend to dwell on the negative? A lot of people do! With some mental shifts, its possible to re-wire your brain to start soaking up the joy in all the small moments, whether you are reading with your child, driving to soccer practice, or coming home after a long day at work. Read more.
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Do you want to stop yelling at your kids?Are you ready to stop yelling?! Read on to discover simple ways to become responsive (and stop blowing up)! Read more.
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Two things I would change if I couldOnce upon a time, I thought good mothering meant putting my children first. I ended up burned out and stressed out. Today I strive for balance. Read more.
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Overcome overwhelmed parentingLots and lots of parents are overwhelmed! We are juggling so much - careers, multiple children, after-school activities, and household duties. Read on if you are ready to lower the intensity and find more peace in your life. Read more.
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Break the cycle - it starts with youPunishment-based advice is outdated and tends to create bigger problems. So what are parents supposed to do when confronted with poor behavior? If you are interested in learning alternatives to rewarding and punishing, read on. Read more.
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Visualize your way into effective parentingVisualization is a well-researched technique that can help us improve any aspect of our life, including the way we parent. Read more.
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Eight steps to yell lessYelling is habit! Stopping the habit takes time and perseverance. No judgement! Read more.
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Why your kid may be acting outAlthough it may be counter-intuitive, ongoing behavior problems are rarely corrected by discipline. Read more to explore some reasons why your child may be acting out. Read more.
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Change your thoughts, change your parentingOur thoughts are so powerful that they predict our behavior and what shows up in our life. When we change our thoughts from negative to positive, all aspects of life gets better. Read more.
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When you need a breakAll parents need breaks! Learn how to take a break with grace without triggering your child's fear of abandonment or separation anxiety. Read more.
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