Most parents have been in this situation before: You’re standing in the grocery store line and you notice the woman at the checkout staring at your toddler. You look down and there’s your cute little angel with her finger up her nose, seemingly oblivious to the looks of disgust she’s getting from people around her. It’s true that folks are … Read More
How To Get Your Kids To Play Outside
Do you have a hard time getting your children to play outdoors? With so much technology available today, many parents complain about how difficult it can be to get their kids away from electronic screens and into fresh air. So I have put together this video for you with my advice for parents on encouraging outdoor play in children. (If … Read More
Holy Terror! Why you should never tell your friend you don’t like her child’s behavior
Kids come in all shapes and sizes and with a wide range of personalities, ranging from adorable and polite to obnoxious and rude. While parenting plays a role, children are born as unique human beings with their own way of seeing the world and interacting in it. While manners and good behavior can be taught, some kids take to them … Read More
What To Do When A Child Misbehaves In Public
Does your child throw temper tantrums in stores or restaurants? Many parents tell me that they worry over how to discipline their children appropriately in public. So I have put together this video for you with my tips for parents on what to do if your child misbehaves or throws a tantrum in a public place. (If you’d rather read … Read More
Back to School Sleep Tips
I am having a hard time believing that the start of another school year is just around the corner! I’m also having a hard time believing that my oldest son will be in sixth grade and is off to middle school. My middle son is now a third grader, and my baby is going into second grade! Time really does … Read More
Standing Your Ground: What to do when your child cries so hard she throws up
Humans by nature are emotional creatures. Most of us experience a wide range of different feelings on any given day… frustration over lost car keys, joy at watching our little ballerina do her first recital, excitement about leaving for vacation. Children are no different, except that while our emotion shifts might be like a drive over hills and valleys, children … Read More
What To Do When Your Child Plays Favorites
Is your child playing favorites? At an early age, children learn that one parent’s rules might not be the same as the other parent’s rules. Since many parents have asked me what to do when their children play one parent against the other, I have put together a short video offering some of my best advice for parents on this … Read More
Yes, Please! How to teach your child good manners
Jimmy is a four-year-old boy who goes to birthday parties and wreaks havoc. He grabs handfuls of candy or chips off the table without asking and doesn’t respond when an adult asks him simple questions like, “How are you today, Jimmy?” He runs rampant around the room while the birthday girl is opening her presents, and he doesn’t say thank … Read More
How To Tell If Your Child Ready To Move From A Crib To A Bed
“When should my child move from a crib to a bed?” This is a common question and concern for parents. Moving from crib to bed is a big moment in your child’s life, and will inspire new behavior. So I’ve put together a short video for you with some of my advice for parents on transitioning your child from crib … Read More
Signs Your Child Should Stop The Daytime Nap
“When should my child stop the daytime nap?” This is a common question I receive from parents using The Sleep Sense Program. Since it depends on several things, I’ve put together a short video for you explaining some of my best tips for eliminating your child’s daytime nap. If you’d rather read than watch, there’s a link to a full … Read More