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0Help! My Toddler Likes to Throw Food!
Toddlers are “throwers” by definition, and for a couple of reasons. First of all, depending on their age, toddlers may not have the vocabulary to express what they want to say, whether it’s, “I don’t like this,” or “I’m done with this,” or “I’m mad!” Secondly, toddlers are just trying to figure stuff out, and throwing things is a way of exploring and learning cause and effect.
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0A Culture of Gratitude: Saying Thank You and Being Thankful
As parents, we should be establishing a habit of gratitude. Now that I think about it, I’m going to up the ante and say we should really be establishing a Culture of Gratitude. This goes beyond the reflexive act of saying “Thank you” (which is always a good place to start), but spills over to the state of being thankful!
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4You Can’t Rush an Apology: How to Give and Accept an Apology
Guest Writer and RCB Instructor Amy Miller shares the “Apology Policy” she and her family members follow in order to repair a disturbed relationship. Sincerity, understanding, acknowledgment, and connection are all key ingredients of an effective “I’m sorry.”
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1Coaching Children on Manners without Nagging
The purpose of manners is to build confidence in specific situations and to show respect for others. Isn’t it ironic that the common way of teaching manners, through nagging, reduces confidence and is disrespectful? It is critical to stay focused on our role as a manners “coach” and to remember that we are teaching them to know what to do when we aren’t around to help out.
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0Modern Family’s “Little Bo Bleep”: What to Do When Toddlers Curse
From potty-training to potty mouth? Popular ABC show Modern Family sparks controversy with its episode featuring a swearing toddler. What can real parents do about toddlers and 4-letter words?
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0When No Is Your Toddler’s Favorite Word
If your toddler is screaming out “Noooooo!” every chance she gets, don’t worry—she’s not out to get you! The “Nos” are a normal part of child development and are actually a sign of independence and confidence. Learn how to turn that NO into a YES!
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0An American Mom’s Perspective on Bringing Up Bebe
Funny enough, I didn’t really have to read this book or go all the way to France to learn the “wisdoms” for happy and self-composed kids. For me, the answer was a combination of common sense and Peace In Your Home (PIYH), an online parenting community that offers Redirecting Children’s Behavior (RCB) classes, webinars, resources, and that “village” to help you raise your children. The classes taught on the website reinforced a lot of what I already kind of instinctively knew, introduced some concepts that were brand new, and all in all improved the quality of my family life.
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