Don’t waste your time berating yourself as to how you are a terrible person and an unfit parent

May 23, 2013

For parents, it’s tricky admonishing sensitive kids who have other reasons for feeling unhappy

May 02, 2013

The standard definition of bedtime is a child is in bed, the lights are off, the room is quiet. I would offer a different definition: Bedtime is the end of meaningful contact with parents

Mar 28, 2013

It’s more helpful to be a supportive coach who empowers the child to face problems and find their own solutions

Mar 07, 2013

Don’t lecture when your child balks at not getting their way. It only fuels more arguing. Stick to your guns

Feb 21, 2013

In my experience, flat-out prohibition usually doesn’t work

Jan 24, 2013

As long as you have clear rules with your kids, occasional overindulgence from others won’t derail your parenting goals

Dec 27, 2012

The holidays are not a time for angry lessons. Withholding the present he really wants only fuels a cycle of negativity

Dec 13, 2012

Instead, serve a nutritious menu they might like, clear the table after a set time, and offer an easy alternative if needed

Nov 22, 2012