Parenting Basics: Video Series

The best way to get a baby to sleep in its crib is to create a regular nighttime routine, to include all of the baby's favorite toys in the crib and to not give in to the baby's crying. Teach a baby to stay in its crib all night with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To determine if a baby is sleeping too much, consult a physician to make sure the child is healthy, but take advantage of a baby's good sleeping habits when they occur. Understand healthy sleeping for a baby with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Potty training a child with autism can be delayed depending on the abilities of the child, but consulting a behavioral specialist can make the process easier. Get help potty training an autistic child with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Dress up games for toddlers are a great way to entertain young children on a budget, as regular clothes, hats and shoes in the house can be used. Allow children to dress up for birthday parties or play dates with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Any game can be education for a toddler, as they absorb an immense amount of information and skills from simple tasks, such as stacking blocks or singing songs. Make games educational for toddlers with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

A fun family night can be a simple game night at home or a trip to the local museums and parks. Get creative when thinking of fun family night ideas with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Toddlers can learn to wash their hands by being introduced to the habit at a young age, and providing a special soap and adding a fun activity to hand washing can make it easier to learn. Make washing hands a fun activity for toddlers with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To operate the diaper genie, twist the top each time a new dirty diaper goes in to seal each one individually. Find directions to operate a diaper genie properly with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To get children to sleep in their own beds, make sure the child has a set nighttime routine that helps them get settled in for the night. Create a nighttime routine to keep children sleeping in their own beds with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Motivating children can be done using positive reinforcement as part of a rewards and consequences technique. Promise children a reward for doing good things with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Nail biting in children is common when they are bored, frustrated or have an oral fixation, so finding something to distract them from biting their nails is a good start to breaking the habit. Find chewing gum or a hands-on activity to break a nail-biting habit with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To get children to stop picking their nose in public, either move their hands away from their faces, hand them tissues or even find a nasal spray that can treat a nasal congestion issue. Help cease a nose-picking habit with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To teach children to wash their hands, show them the good habit at a very young age, make it a fun activity for them, and pair it with a song. Get children to wash their hands regularly with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Teaching parenting classes is a great way to get parents and children interacting together with games and activities, and offering one-on-one lessons with parents separately can help their parenting skills. Offer parenting classes to new parents with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Jump rope activities for children can be customized for any age group, as younger toddlers can learn the basics of the activity and older children can play more intricate jumping rope games. Teach children to jump rope with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Money-making ideas for children range from the nostalgic lemonade stand to helping older people with their computers. Find ways for children to earn money, such as being paid for chores, with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Outdoor games for toddlers are only limited by the imagination, as large motor skills can be developed by running, jumping, climbing, sliding, swinging and hopping around a playground. Find outdoor games that will entertain toddlers with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

To find dates as a single parent, get involved with single parent meet-ups that double as play dates for children. Find single parents to befriend or date with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

When traveling with children, plan out extra stops for rest and play breaks, incorporate play into each travel activity, and be prepared with snacks and drinks for inopportune times. Plan ahead before traveling with young children with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

Potty training should start when children begin giving signals when they need to use the restroom, which is when a parent can interrupt and show them good bathroom habits. Start potty training at the appropriate age with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.

The safest place to buckle in a baby car seat is the center of the back seat, where it can be safely tethered to the seat and can be easily seen by the driver. Install a baby car seat properly for optimum safety with advice from a clinical psychologist in this free video on parenting.