If you’re having a hard time communicating with your child or getting your child’s attention during your daily routines, here are some tips from experts that can help create open communication with the whole family. Early childhood experiences have a lot to do with a child’s capacity to manage stress, feel confident, and encourage oneself…
Powerful ways to say “Good Job” to your child’s great efforts using simple phrases that can become common practice in your home and replace generic praise with specific praise and in turn raise your child’s self-esteem. A Fine Parent says that parents and instructors could be sought after by younger praise junkies. “Daddy, do you…
There are numerous advantages to asking questions. When you ask genuine questions, you naturally become a more engaged listener. It demonstrates to the other person that you are engaged and paying attention. In order to be a good parent, you must be a good listener. It helps to develop ties, collect knowledge about the child,…
Tired of the typical one-word answer from your child? The problem is the type of question you are asking. You’ll notice your child’s communication skills improve and start some meaningful conversations with these open ended questions for kids. The awesome thing about open ended questions is that there really is no wrong answer, and they…
The significance of cuddling your child cannot be overstated. Hugging has numerous benefits for individuals, but it is especially crucial in infant development. Let’s look at the research behind the health advantages of hugging. Without a question, hugging makes us feel wonderful. My child is always requesting hugs. When we are unhappy or not content,…
Simple and fun conversation games for kids to get them talking and interacting with the family during dinner or a family gathering. Conversation games for kids can help children open up and talk to parents which helps open those lines of effective communication which can be so difficult to open up sometimes. You can gain…
Praising kids on their efforts is a large part of parenting in general but did you know that giving your child too much praise can actually have the opposite effect then you intended? I’m a big fan of the positive and gentle parenting movement and and a big part of it in the use of…
How to set up a family meeting agenda to make family life more manageable and get the kids involved in decision making in your home. Family is so important, and a weekly family meeting is a great way to ground you and your family into keeping the important things at the top of your mind….
Create better communication with your children by asking them engaging questions to get them to open up and talk with these get-to-know-you questions for kids. A big part of gentle and positive parenting is to get your kids to be comfortable talking to you about anything and everything. A list of questions that can help…
Do you say “No” to your child often throughout the day? The urge to say no is almost overwhelming when your infant tugs the cat’s fur, your toddler throws a ball at her sibling, or your little one whines for a cookie before dinner. It has a nice ring to it. It appears to be…
Have you ever picked up your child from school, asked about their day and got a “good.” as a response? Welcome to parenthood. It can be a challenge to get a straight answer out of a child after school. When you find just the right combination of words, you can get your kids, and teenagers to…
How to create a calm down corner and why it is an effective way to calm down a child who needs a little help regulating some big emotions in a safe space and cozy corner. Children experience big feelings and strong emotions, and sometimes those emotions are hard to control. They can be difficult for…
There are numerous words and sentences that we do not consider to be dangerous, damaging, or just painful for children. If you want to retain a strong connection with your child and a sense of empowerment, here is a list of things you should never say to them. Children’s brains are still developing, so they…
Parenting is difficult… No one informs you that the most significant things will happen in the future. If your child isn’t someone you can truly communicate to, discipline, boundaries, and limits will only bring you pain. When I first became a mother and began the game of “raising a kid,” everyone told me that discipline…
What does change mean for kids? What is the best way for kids to understand change? What makes them react the way they do? What, above all, can you do to make it simpler and more helpful to their development? Change is a big aspect of our life; some people even argue it’s the only constant….