How To Handle Stubborn Toddlers and Maintain Your Sanity

How To Handle Stubborn Toddlers and Maintain Your Sanity

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Chances are likely, as your toddler grows and their vocabulary expands, that they’re going to add the word “no” or maybe “nope” along with the side-to-side head shake. Maybe they’ll even add in a foot stomp, cross their arms over their chest, or put their pudgy little hands on their hips.  And then, before you know it, you’re in a stand off with a miniature (albeit less verbal) version of yourself. But is there a right or wrong way to handle stubborn toddlers? The struggle is all too real. And it occurs daily, sometimes multiple times a day. Maybe even multiple times within the span of an hour if things aren’t going their way. It’s one of those things that parents have been dealing with…

How to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child
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How to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child

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Though it seems that we may live in a society and culture that encourages a sense of entitlement; as parents we can still do whatever we can to raise a child who is grateful. But, in spite of our best efforts, nearly every child (it seems) will go through an ungrateful stage. That doesn’t necessarily indicate that they will be an ungrateful child forever or grow up feeling entitled to everything. It’s just a part of life. The good news is that when it comes to disciplining these children, it CAN be done. Better yet, it’s probably easier than you think. Here are several strategies to consider when it comes to effectively disciplining an ungrateful child. 5 Ways to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child and…

Time Management Tips For Kids of All Ages (From Toddlers to Teens)
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Time Management Tips For Kids of All Ages (From Toddlers to Teens)

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Is time management for kids that much different than time management for adults? I would argue, yes. Even as a child, this was a problem area for me. Part of my problem is a developing strategies and then sticking with them. Sometimes it could be as simple as some of these time management tips for kids. Maybe if I’d tried some of these as a child, those habits would have stuck with me as an adult. You could even say that time management is another key for raising kids with character. 10 Time Management Tips for Kids These skills must be developed and practiced on a regular basis. And time management goes a long way when it comes to establishing self-discipline in kids. Here are…

What Are the Benefits of Teaching Babies Sign Language?

What Are the Benefits of Teaching Babies Sign Language?

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Even if your child is not hearing impaired, I would highly recommend introducing sign language to your baby. This gives your baby another way to communicate before they have the words to do so and can also be an important tool later on in life. Who knows what they might encounter in a work place or school setting where the situation may call for some sign language skills. Aside from giving your child an early means of communication, there are many benefits of teaching babies sign language. Even if your child only knows a few signs or the alphabet, this can still be a huge help. For purposes of this post, I’m covering ASL or American Sign Language. When can babies learn sign language? I’m…

Easing Your Child’s Back to School Nerves

Easing Your Child’s Back to School Nerves

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The first day back to school, for me, was usually nerve wrecked. And up until I hit 6th grade, I was that child who was dropped off with tears. Even if I had some friends in class or had met my teacher previously. By mid-morning, I was usually okay, but my morning tears would continue through the first week of school. My mom was incredibly patient with me but she also didn’t draw out the drop off. And eventually, I was able to get to school on my own or with a group of friends. Just in case you have a child like this, I’m sharing my tips on motherhood for easing your child’s back to school nerves. School can be very scary thing for…

How To Discipline Your Toddler Through The Terrible Twos

How To Discipline Your Toddler Through The Terrible Twos

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When babies enter the phase of toddlerhood (which in itself is debatable) you may begin to encounter some behavioral issues that you hadn’t seen in your precious tot before. Things like biting others or hitting. Believe it or not, these are things that a typically developing toddler will do at some point. You may see it in the so-called Terrible Twos or you may see it when your toddler becomes a threenager overnight. But how do you tackle these issues? Are toddlers capable of understanding consequences for their actions? To some extent, yes, I believe that they are. Staying consistent and starting early are two keys when it concerns how to discipline your toddler. Common Toddler Discipline Issues Though it may seem that toddlers have…