Kids & Discipline

How to become closer to your kids and form the bond you have been missing.

One of the most unpleasant things that can happen to a young person is to have an adult promise them something and not fulfill it. In my opinion, only dire emergencies, sickness and and a natural...

At one time or another, most kids will take a bite out of someone else. Whether the behavior stems from fear or frustration or simple curiosity, it is painful for the victim and distressing for...

If your child is terrified of going to the dentist, then you may be tempted to allow her or him to stay home. This solution, however, can do long-term damage to the teeth. Instead, work on making...

Having children climb your fence is not only a nuisance, but it also can be dangerous. The child might fall, and many homeowners have dogs in their yards that do not take kindly to trespassers. In...

Many parents find it very difficult to get their children to listen and behave appropriately. To be honest, it doesn’t have to be that hard. It’s really up to parents to teach their children...

Rewarding a child for good behavior increases the chances of the behavior occurring again and helps to decrease negative actions. Ignoring bad behaviors and rewarding good causes the child to lose...

Being a stricter parent does not mean being a mean parent. It simply means teaching your child responsibility to be a more well rounded person as he grows. A stricter parent is one who creates...

As a family counselor for 25 years, I was delighted to read John Cloud’s article, "Kids Who Get Spanked May Have Lower IQs" on Time.com. As a professional therapist and parent educator, I have...

Children grow fast. One day they are completely dependent, curious, sweet smelling babies and the next they are rebellious, know-it-all teenagers. If you've made it to the adolescent stage, you...

Many parents say that their children do not respond to time-out. Often this is because they aren't doing it right! Here's how.

With all the distractions of TV, cell phones, text messaging, emails, movies and others, it is very challenging to encourage your child to read. It is the parents responsibility to continuously...

My children used to make shopping frustrating by constantly asking me to buy things for them. This is my solution, and it worked beautifully.

Why is it children are scared to stay in their beds? I went through it and now my daughters are doing the same thing. They come in the middle of the night saying they are scared and wants to sleep...

Ever get tired of yelling until you are blue in the face, not to mention it not getting you anywhere with your children. Instead of the old discipline tools I decided to get creative and use...

How to get your kids to pick up their toys quick, efficiently, and without a fight.

Often as a toddler my son enjoyed a train ride each time we visited the mall. One particular day, I needed to pick something up quickly and be on our way: no time for a train ride. My son heard...

When it comes to getting children to follow instructions and rules, it can be very frustrating. I have 4, and my husband has 4 also, so I have had my hands full at times. We have 6 kids 18 and...

Discipline kids in public places by having a plan before you leave the house. How many times have you seen this in a grocery store or department store? A grown adult is allowing a child to...

Taking children to the grocery store can sometimes be a frustrating task. If you child does not behave at the grocery store due to boredom, wanting a toy, or not wanting to go in the first place,...

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...

Your elementary age son won't do his homework, and your daughter loses her temper whenever she is the least bit frustrated. Speaking of being frustrated ... you feel like you're going crazy! You...

Hopefully the followings tips will help-

Getting ready on time and making it to work promptly often means making sure your child is ready on time, if your a parent. Sometimes children are not very motivated in the morning and this makes...

If you have children, you are likely plagued by the 'NOT ME!' Syndrome in your home! Do you constantly walk around asking, "Who left their towel on the bathroom floor?" and "Ok,...

Kids toys can and will get everywhere! Keeping your kids toys organized can be never ending, but here are some tips on making the job a little less stressful.

Do you ever ask your kids to do something, and it seems like the message just isn't getting through? You know they're not hearing impaired, because they passed their last physical. Teachers rave...

Okay, unless you’re a Stepford wife or (dad) with Stepford children, your child won’t be 100% behaved while standing in a long line. So, my title should have been “relatively” behaved. We all...

Are you tired of your kids fighting, pouting, not listening to directions, hitting, etc.? Simply put are you tired of your kids misbehaving? Don't you wish they would be well behaved? Better yet,...

So your child has just come home from school and told you that they absolutely hate their teacher. Now the question that stands before you is, should you get involved in any way and do something...

HOWARD! I've heard my sister yell that name more times than I think I can stand. Her son, barely 6, was driving her nuts, and she came to me, the early childhood pro, for advice. It's worked like...

So, your family has grown now to two kids. Maybe three? Maybe, well, let's just call you Jon and Kate plus 8 before the divorce. If you want peace in your house most of the time, try these...

When you decide to have children there is no instruction booklet on how to take care of them or even discipline them. Most people are clueless as to how they should start to discipline their...

At the age of four, your child may feel like the world is at their fingertips. Although they are past their stage of Terrible Two's, the 'hard' part may not be over yet. They whine over things...

It is in a toddler' s nature to test boundaries. However, there are times when a parent must enforce discipline. A popular way to do this is via the time-out. This can be a very effective tool...

A behavioral chart can be used to monitor and change a child's behavior. The chart helps to reinforce good behavior and correct bad behavior. A similar procedure is used often on the hit TV show...

Children from time to time will throw a tantrum. This is how aggression is exhibited, this is how they communicate their noncompliance with the situation. But as a parent or caregiver it is...

When your child misbehaves in public try this simple technique. Easy to implement and effective, it provides quick results - often after using it only once or twice. It is appropriate for...

Learn how to avoid temper tantrums- or to manage one in the middle of chaos with step-by-step instructions!

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.

Make chores fun for kids with these simple steps!

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...

Here is a simple way to show children how badly words can hurt.

Is your child having trouble sticking to a bedtime routine? Young children and pre-readers can follow a bedtime routine chart that includes pictures. Instead of nagging children, parents can...

Kidspiration is a software program designed for children to learn visually through the implementation of graphic organizers, diagrams and outlines that will help them organize information they...

There are many parents who fight there kids every day to try to get them to listen but try these guidelines to see if they could possibly help.

Children are wonderful. They'll give you hugs and kisses, pick flowers from your garden, even bring bugs into the house or ask for a snake for a pet. There are ways to get your children to listen...

Discipline is not what it used to be. Many parents are struggling to gain control of their children at an early age. I found myself having the same difficulties. I tried everything from time-outs...

Ever wonder why your child acts like you don't exist when you tell them to stop doing something?

When a child misbehaves it can be hard to know exactly what to do. There are not lessons you take before having a child so you need to know some facts to help you with handling this situation.