We live in a world where there is always something to see on the news. Whether it is a natural disaster, a car accident, a shooting, or even a celebrity scandal, there is always something happening on the TV or in the news. This means that when kids go to school, they have access to … Read more
What is the best way to deal with your kids when they are fighting? Is it best to ignore it or do something to stop them? I asked this question and found that there are many different opinions about what is best. This blog post includes the top things that you need to know when … Read more
When it comes to introducing new technology, many parents opt for waiting until a child is old enough to understand the basics of the technology before they allow their children to use it. However, research shows that it’s better to introduce technology early on—as young as three years old. What do you do if you’ve … Read more
What will you do if your teenager doesn’t clean their room? Well, you can’t make them, but you can show them how to… Here are some ways to motivate your teen to clean their room, but first, you’re going to have to figure out how to deal with their mess. Every parent knows that one … Read more
Most parents worry about their children’s bedtime battles—and for good reason. It can be stressful, exhausting, and downright difficult to get them to sleep. You’re not doing your teen any favors if you don’t get enough sleep. And yet, even if you’re a parent, chances are that you’re guilty of letting your own sleep patterns … Read more
In today’s digital world, kids often get their news about the school from social media and the things they read on the Internet. But is there a way to help them learn how to make and keep friends? As a parent, I often find myself frustrated with the lack of social skills some of my … Read more
When it comes to being a parent, the words that pop into your mind might be “good”, “bad” and “terrible”. But when it comes to having a child, the words that come to mind are probably the opposite. These three things, however, should never be avoided. They are simply part of every parent’s life. Do … Read more
I’m always surprised when parents report their child is pulling their pants down or exposing their private parts to other children. In my experience, this type of behavior is not only caused by a lack of boundaries but is often a symptom of a bigger problem. In the past, kids’ pants were pretty easy to … Read more
When it comes to having a successful parenting life, there are three things that matter most. They are consistency, discipline, and consistency. The biggest mistake that parents make when raising their children is to try to control them. It’s like trying to control a wild animal. You can’t. You can apply atomic habits for better … Read more
It’s important to develop a mindset that will help you manage time, energy, and thoughts better, and lead you towards the things you really want in life. It’s hard to know if you have good time management skills. You might be the most organized person you know. But, is your schedule flexible? What about your … Read more