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What to say, and not to say, to better connect with children

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My Biggest Parenting Realization So Far

I can only control myself.

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Catch Kids Using Self Control

Highlight what your child is doing well

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Breathe In, Breathe Out

Helping toddlers develop self control

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Sunday Night Scaries – Toddler Style

All behavior is a form of communication; what is your child trying to say?

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How Bachelor In Paradise and Toddlers are the Same

Emotions are high, change quickly and can’t always be controlled!

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“Can You Please Help Me?”

Helping kids develop problem solving skills by asking for help

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Helping Children Solve Their Own Problems

Helping children identify as problem solvers

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“Yes, Mommy”

Having children verbalize that they will comply is an important first step.

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The Ideal Ratio of Positive to Negative Comments

Remembering to use more praise than criticism

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Is Bribing Effective?

Using rewards, as opposed to bribes, to reinforce behavior

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  • Teaching Delayed Gratification Is Hard, But Necessary (And Possible) December 4, 2019
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