Tag: parenting strategies
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10 Ways to Rekindle Your Love for Your Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the toddler years can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. While we adore our little ones unconditionally, these years can be particularly challenging. If you’ve spent time with a toddler, you know all too well the mix of grunts, screams, and epic meltdowns that come with this phase. As I strive to…
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We’ve Got a Little Speedster
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting We’ve Got a Little Speedster by Sarah Mitchell Updated: November 9, 2020 Originally Published: August 1, 2015 My 3-year-old is a tiny tornado. Taking him to the playground feels like releasing a wild stallion in a crowded city square. The moment I unbuckle him from his stroller, he bolts toward…
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Respectful Parenting: It’s Not About Being Passive
Get Pregnant Fast “I’m not here to be my child’s friend; I’m their parent!” This sentiment is often echoed by those who believe that another parent is being overly lenient or permissive. While it’s true that the roles of parents and friends are distinct, there is a common misconception that showing respect to children equates…
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8 Essential Strategies for Managing a Fiery Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast Picture this: Little Oliver, just two and a half, is happily digging in the sandbox. He’s focused, shoveling sand and filling his bucket. Nearby, a few other toddlers are playing as well. I turn to chat with another parent when suddenly, a deafening scream pierces the air. I look over to see…
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4 Effective Negotiation Tactics for Dealing with Your Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast You probably thought the challenges of parenting began and ended with sleepless nights and diaper changes, but once that little one starts walking and talking, you’ll quickly discover who truly runs the show. Need some guidance on navigating this tiny tyrant? Look no further. 1. Break Down the Negotiation You may have…
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The Reward System That Transformed My Home
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can often feel like a never-ending cycle of challenges. Just when you think you’ve conquered one developmental phase in your child’s life, another appears, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and in need of a fresh strategy. But there is hope amidst the chaos of parenting. It’s essential to recognize that there isn’t…
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An Effective Method to Keep Your Children in Their Rooms After Bedtime
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: July 27, 2023 Originally Published: Oct. 30, 2015 From the moment my first child was born, I embraced the bedtime routine with every tip I could find. We began with gentle nursing in a softly lit room, progressed to infant massages, and added lullabies. As he grew, we introduced bedtime stories,…
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New Insights on Tantrums: A Path to Less Stress for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast What if you could observe your child’s tantrums with the detachment of a scientist? Imagine knowing that these outbursts follow a predictable pattern and that there are effective strategies to manage them. Recent research from experts at the University of Minnesota and the University of Connecticut sheds light on this topic. In…
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Parasite Parenting: The Key to Enjoying Beach Days with Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As summer rolls in, countless families flock to the beach for some well-deserved fun in the sun. However, if you’ve ever attempted to take young children to the seaside, you know it can be as relaxing as a tooth extraction while getting a spray tan. After last year’s chaotic beach trip, where…
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Even as a Gentle Parent, I Understand That Tough Love is Sometimes Essential
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, I would classify my style as “easygoing.” Like all parents, I occasionally lose my patience, but my overall approach revolves around gentle guidance and fostering mutual respect with my children. My partner and I establish ourselves as the ultimate authority in our household, yet we don’t adopt…