Positive Communication: Learning Better Ways to Talk to Your Kids
The summertime is in full swing, and I see many parents hanging out with their kids and having a good time. But I also see many moments of frustration. It is hard to shuttle kids to the many fun activities we have planned for the warm weather. It is not just the kids who get […]
4 Simple Ways To Get Parenting Right
Parents are always wondering if they are parenting “right.” This is not the first time I have addressed this on my blog. I know as a young mom, it always seemed like I was getting it wrong. Even now, after 18 years of motherhood, I still question myself. It is not easy being a parent! […]
The Growth Mindset: Praising Kids For Success
When I first read Faber and Mazlish’s book, “How To Talk So Kids Will Listen” I found the chapter on Praise to be eye opening. The authors cautioned parents to stop using evaluative praise and to use descriptive praise instead. Now I am reading Carol Dweck’s book on developing a growth mindset in our kids. […]