Names of Children Matter – More Than You May Think

So, I realize that the children that we already have will not necessarily benefit from this article. However, for those of you planning on having more children in the future, you may find this new information helpful in your name choosing process. For those of you...

Giving Children Control – Really

I have written several articles on the importance of giving children choices, teaching them responsibility, helping them to develop self-control and allowing them age-appropriate freedoms. In the same vein, I think it is important to discuss providing opportunities to...

Choosing Appropriate Punishments

I seem to find a parenting “teachable” moment no matter where I go lately, and while I refrain from actually telling the person how I would encourage them to respond differently in the moment, I make a mental note and come home and write about it. So,...

Protecting Kids from Parents’ Emotions

There have been many documented studies on the effects of the emotional climate of the parents affecting children. When a parent is stressed, children often realize it and behave differently. When parents fight with each other, it creates anxiety in kids. When parents...

Balancing Time with More Than One Child

It can be difficult to find time to share between two or more children, especially if one is more needy or demanding than another. However, being purposeful about trying to split time and attention equally can prevent feelings of neglect, emotional upsets, and low...

Choosing the Right Child Therapist

I received a question from a parent who reads my blog asking how to choose a therapist or psychologist for their child. Rather than do a video to answer this, I thought it would be helpful to write it so that I can include links for your perusal. Here are my...