Why Punishment Backfires
Let’s talk about punishment. What it is. Why it’s so common. And why, despite our very best intentions, it often falls short of what we actually… More
The Key to Your Child’s Cooperation Isn’t What You Think
When we think about what we want most from our children in the day-to-day, one thing often rises to the top: cooperation. We’re not necessarily looking… More
Is Lying Bad Behavior?
Let’s talk about something that stirs up uncomfortable feelings in just about every parent: lying. Imagine this: you send your child to wash their hands before… More
When Screen Time Becomes a Daily Battle
Let’s face it: managing screen time has become one of the biggest stressors in modern parenting. Between phones, YouTube, video games, social media, and the ever-expanding… More
What’s The Difference Between A Threat And A Boundary?
Many parents struggle to understand where the line is between setting boundaries and issuing threats. And the line certainly does seem blurry at times. Let’s clear… More
Raising a Child Who Thinks, Not Just Obeys
The other day I was speaking with a couple, and the dad sighed deeply, “I just want my son to listen! Why is that so hard?!”… More
The Path to Better Behavior Isn’t What You Think
When it comes to parenting, few topics get as much attention as behavior, and for good reason. Every parent wants their child to grow into a… More
Are You Over-Parenting? How Doing Less Can Help Your Child Grow More
Do you ever wonder if you’re doing too much for your child? Solving too many problems? Explaining every detail? Negotiating every moment? If you find yourself… More
Support, Don’t Fix: A Better Way to Parent
Every parent wants their child to succeed socially – of course! You want them to have close friendships, handle conflict with confidence and communication, and feel… More
Decoding Your Child’s Social Style
Every child is wired to connect, but not all children connect the same way. From birth, we are built for social interaction. Social connection is an… More