There are many things that can scare a child—from everyday fears such as a loud noise, an angry parent, or a barking dog, to deeper fears such as a hospitalization, a long separation from loved ones, or witnessing violence. Sometimes we know children are afraid because they tell us so, but at other times, it […]
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Parenting When Your Heart is Breaking
A Parenting by Connection instructor in the UK wrote a piece for the Huffington Post titled, Special Time When Your Heart is Breaking. Most of all, I loved the title (having been a poet in a previous life :). But it’s a good piece and reminded me how hard parenting can feel when we’re in […]
Love for Breakfast: Four Proven Strategies to Reduce Conflict and Increase Cooperation with Your Kids in the Morning–that Work in the Afternoon too!
Getting out of the house in the morning can be tough, and sometimes picking kids up after school is no tea party either! Here are a few strategies to try if you find yourself yelling, bribing, punishing, or frequently frustrated with your child before the day has even begun. They also work well when you’ve […]
