Tag: child discipline
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The Struggles of Parenting a Little Biter
Get Pregnant Fast No parent enjoys the unsettling moment when a teacher says, “Can I speak with you for a moment… in private?” As I follow Ms. Thompson out of the preschool room, my heart races. Other parents walk by with their little ones, blissfully unaware of the storm brewing in my mind. “There was…
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Principal Punishes 5-Year-Old with Paddle as Mother Looks On in Dismay
Get Pregnant Fast In a shocking incident that has left many parents furious, a video surfaced showing a principal at a Georgia school administering corporal punishment to a five-year-old boy. This unsettling event took place at Jasper Primary School, where the principal felt it was necessary to paddle the child for what was deemed a…
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Publicly Humiliating Children Under the Guise of Discipline Is Unacceptable
Get Pregnant Fast Raising children is no small feat, and let’s be honest: there’s no such thing as a flawless parent. The journey to nurture respectful and dignified human beings is fraught with challenges, which is why countless resources exist—books, podcasts, and websites dedicated to parenting advice. Parents frequently share their experiences to discover effective…
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Grandparent Detox: The 5-Step Survival Strategy
Get Pregnant Fast As summer winds down, many parents with young children are familiar with the exhausting ordeal known as “Grandparent Detox.” Kids adore their grandparents, and the feeling is mutual. This affection often results in overflowing freezers filled with popsicles, marathon games of Candyland, and a treasure trove of gifts and treats just for…
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10 Ways to Embrace a More Lighthearted Parenting Style
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a serious business, but it doesn’t have to be all about rules and discipline. Here are ten tips to help you inject a bit more joy and laughter into your daily routine with your kids. Make Laughter a Daily Ritual: Aim to make each of your children burst into…
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6 Strategies for Disciplining Highly Sensitive Children
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting a highly sensitive child can sometimes feel like navigating a rollercoaster ride filled with emotional ups and downs. From the moment my daughter, Lily, entered the world, she displayed an intense emotional range. One moment she was radiating joy, and the next, she was overwhelmed by the smallest things. Over time,…
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Embracing the Chaos of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast I recently witnessed a scene unfold in a café that many parents can relate to. A young boy, snug in his mother’s arms, was making his desires known as she tried to place an order for bagels. His craving for cake prompted him to squirm and wiggle, desperate to escape and reach…
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The Day I Lost My Temper with My Child
Get Pregnant Fast It was just another hectic morning, one of those days where getting my older kids ready for school felt like a race against the clock. Breakfasts needed to be prepared, homework checked, and lunches packed—all while dealing with that lingering jet lag from our recent trip abroad to visit family in Scotland.…
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Creative Discipline: 11 Fun Ways to Teach Kids Without Raising Jerks
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like a never-ending series of challenges, and discipline ranks high on that list. It can be disheartening for both you and your kids, especially when things escalate to the point where you threaten to take away their screen time indefinitely. That’s not the goal! While I dislike seeing…
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Research Confirms: Spanking Is Ineffective
Get Pregnant Fast The debate over whether to spank children has been a longstanding one among parents. Despite its prevalence, recent studies indicate that spanking is not only ineffective but could lead to adverse effects on a child’s behavior. A comprehensive analysis published in the Journal of Family Psychology examined 75 studies conducted over the…