Kids & Discipline

As a single parent I have been through a great deal raising children alone. With all the heart aches and pain the least I can do is be a sacrifice to other parents in hopes they can learn from my...

Having a harmonious home is something every parent dreams of. Then along come your little ones and not only did a fight begin, but it has raged its way through to their tweens. Your know that...

Effective strategies for reducing a child's aggression are the ones that not only teach a child how to express their feeling non aggressively but also how to respond to the aggression of others....

It can be extremely frustrating, trying to improve a young child's behavior, and it seems like every person has their own idea of what works. If you're struggling to get your preschooler or...

I have heard it said that parents should give their kids privacy and respect their space. I have to say I do not agree. I have 3 children and it is my job to keep them safe. They are not bad kids...

It's fun to take your kids to the park or playland, until it's time to leave. Do they run off, scream, or just act like they can't hear you. Here's something that might work for you.

Ask fifty people who are parents how to teach a child to be a good person, and chances are you will get fifty different answers. The problem is that everyone has their own methods and ways of...

Child safety is important. It starts with showing the proper example yourself, on teaching your kids the importance of safety. You can't always been by them 24/7, so let me give you tips on...

There's nothing more frustrating for parents than children who are simply out of control. Finding proven methods to keep your kids under control is easier than you might think. Out of control...

Temper tantrums often occur when a child is feeling frustrated. A few simple steps can help the child express his or her frustration in a more positive way.

The Goldfish and the Betta have been used for many years as rewards at fairs and carnivals. Rewards can motivate both children and adults and reinforce desired behaviors. In this case we will be...

Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs there is but its also one of the most rewarding. Being a good example for your kids extremely important. You can tell your kids how you want them to...

The other day I was shopping with my two-year-old daughter at Wal-Mart when she decided she absolutely had to have, of all things, bananas. We had a bunch at home and I wasn't about to buy more...

Children's behavior is sometimes a mystery. Understanding children's misbehavior can help parents avoid many problems. Here are three simple reasons why children behave the way the do.

Temper tantrums are horrible, they start and get worse. They are so exhausting and frustrating.

A reward jar is an easy way to use positive reinforcement with children. By focusing on their positive behaviors, you will encourage them to repeat these behaviors.

Educating children about how to deal with anger depends on you as a parent. In order to teach them well, we must examine our own coping skills. Look at how anger affects you and your family, ask...

Teaching young children self-control is key to their reaching kindergarten ready to learn. A child without impulse control is unable to listen or concentrate or exhibit behavior that is age...

Getting children to do chores can be an easy task depending on your approach style. Teaching your child to do chores is a basic step in learning responsibility. If you are tired of repeating...

All parents have been through it at one time or another...the dreaded temper tantrum. Your child can be sweet as candy one minute and as soon as he doesn't get his own way, his face scrunches up,...

When it is time to move your toddler into a big bed there can be lots of excitement, along with a little fear for his or her safety. Once the walls of the crib are gone how do you get your child...

We love our children, and we want them to be happy. Children are happiest when they have rules and boundaries to help define their world. If they have rules and boundaries they know what to expect...

If your kids room looks like a war zone and the only one who ever clean it is you, then this article will help you to encourage your kid to clean their own room...and to get results!

How do you arbitrate when kids are fighting. The easy thing to do is just send everyone to their room, but have you really solved the problem? Everyone is assigning blame, who do you believe,...

Everyday, in stores, at school and in my friend’s homes, I see parents being controlled by their children, instead of the other way around. Kids have mastered the art of whining, cajoling and/or...

A lot of people who want to have kids feel they are ready but don’t fully understand the commitment, time, love, etc. they will need to invest to raise their kids. I’m certainly not perfect in...

Chore charts help children gain responsibilty and self confidence. Making a chore chart is simple and free. Try these tips to make a chore chart your child will love!

Just a few hints to help you and your children get on a better level of communication and to help you get along better with them as well.

Is your child’s temper tantrums driving you crazy? Are you tired of arguing with your child on a daily basis? Reward charts may be the answer you have been looking for in order to regain your...

It isn't difficult to train children to behave well at the grocery store. Well-behaved children make grocery shopping easy and enjoyable. After some initial training, even young preschoolers can...

You're in the grocery store, just rounding aisle three, when your daughter sees a ray of light shining down upon the cereal of her dreams. She sees princesses on the outside of the box, and the...

As I think back on my family and how we were raised this prayer comes to mind. "God is good, God is great let us thank him for our food, by his hands we all are fed, Give us Lord our daily...

Stop screaming at your children: Our natural reaction with our children is to scream when they misbeahve. Screaming does not help. It does not help us and it does not help the children. Here are...

We've all had those days when our kids are falling apart and we feel like falling apart right along with them! Not so fast! Before you give into screaming and yelling at your already explosive...

It can be so frustrating at times when you are trying to deal with a difficult child. Sometimes it can feel like you have tried everything and nothing works.

Children will never get along with each other all the time. Yet, respect can be kept even within conflict. There will always be fights and sibling rivalry, but it can help relationships to grow if...

This article discusses a nonviolent approach to disciplining a child.

For adults we have all the pills in the world to aide us in dealing with stress, we also have years of experience of learning to cope with and stay calm during stressful situations. However our...

For loyal children, it's difficult to stomach your Dad's new smoking hot trophy wife, or your Mom's new 20 1/2 year old pool boy husband. Here are just a few simple tips to help you accept this...

Whining is one of the annoying ways that children use to try to get their way, and many parents are at a loss as to how to stop their child from whining. The child's high-pitched, nasally voice...

Even the most well behaved child will try to test your patience sometimes. You can discipline them without being overly aggressive and still get the point across. It is best to be consistent from...

Building your child's self-esteem can be quite a balancing act. After all, we have to be careful not to build it up too much so that a child never accepts personal responsibility for his or her...

How to stop your children from fighting each other.

Being a stepmother is a challenging position to be in. There are many women out there faced with this big responsibility. Being a stepmother is different than being a mom because you get married...

You're dying to own the brand new video game that came out for your gaming system, but the box has that "M for Mature" on it, and your parents have a no M-rating games rule. There are some things...

You know that your child is lying but you want them to confess. Well, then you need a lie detector test. This fun (for parents!) lie detector test was one my own Dad gave to us kids and then...

Teaching your child to be organized takes time and patience. Follow these steps to start the process.

If you have a child who is a pack-rat and has a difficult time keeping his room neat or throwing things away, it's time to help him get rid of the clutter.

If you were to ask parents what the most difficult challenge is when it comes to raising children, most of them would say it is disciplining. Proper discipline of a child should encompass what...

Heard scary rumors about terrible two's? Want to avoid the melt-down at the mall? With these simple steps, you are on your way to raising kids who behave wherever you are.