Do you have a recurring problem in your family? Is there an issue that comes up day after day and causes disruption? Many families seek parent coaching around difficult situations which happen repeatedly in their daily lives. Two common examples are battles over homework and arguments over turning off screens. As a coach, I like to ask moms and dads to imagine what their lives would be like without these
A lot of parenting tips are about communication, self-care or setting limits. All good! These are all essential areas for parents to create calm, consistent habits. One consideration for parents is often overlooked. Have you ever noticed that the physical environment can set up a child for success? We set up the physical space for safety with babies and toddlers – child locks on cabinets and drawers, baby gates at
When my boys were in preschool and first grade, I heard a lot about the importance of praise. I was thrilled to discover the handout, 100 Ways to Praise, which I promptly fastened to my refrigerator. I was working on shifting my attention from the stuff that drove me crazy – one boy whining for a glass a milk while another poked his brother in the ribs, to noticing pleasant
