Solving Behaviour Problems With Play
At one time or another, all kids act up and have less than ideal behaviour. Be it a screaming tantrum, aggression towards a sibling or a parent, throwing toys, lying
What Is Positive Parenting?
All of the coaching techniques I teach with my clients, in my programs and write about here in this blog are based upon the fundamentals of positive parenting.
Positive parenting is
5 Things Good Parents Do To Emotionally Harm Their Children
No parent intentionally sets out to cause emotional harm to their child. Yet unfortunately, in families all around the world, children are the recipients of parenting behaviours that can be
Calm Parenting: Staying Sane With Sick Kids
It’s almost the beginning of winter. Kids and parents alike are starting to get sick. The runny noses can be seen, the coughs heard, parents can be found at the
Stop Telling Me To Limit My Kids Screen Time
This morning I was out with my son (18 months) doing some shopping and then having some morning tea. The family had all woken up late and with getting everyone
What To Do When Your Child Doesn’t Listen and Does The Opposite Of What You Ask.
As parents, we help our children to learn what is acceptable behaviour and how to act in accordance with the values and beliefs we are raising them with. For all
I’m Always Frustrated At My Child. What Can I Do?
We've all been there, it happens to all of us. Feeling frustrated can be the first step towards anger and us ending up yelling at our children. Don't forget the
5 Mistakes Parents While Teaching Their Kids Self-Control
What parent doesn't want their child to be able to control their behaviour, their emotions, and their words? Emotional regulation (aka self-control) is something that we all strive to foster
7 Things To Do With Your Anger Besides Yelling
We all know how frustrating it can be raising children. They often don't listen, talk back to us, don't do what we need them to do. On top of that
Beyond Acceptance Of My Post-Baby Body
I had to go bra shopping the other day. The first time I’d bought a new bra since while I was pregnant, so over a year and a half ago.