Why You Can’t Count on Counting 1-2-3 Counting 1-2-3 to get kids to listen is a popular strategy especially among parents of young children. The problem is, it really doesn’t work long-term—instead, it teaches kids to do the opposite of what we want them to learn. Think about it: counting to three teaches kids that they…
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We are so pleased to have Dr. Laura Markham guest posting on the blog today and hosting this week’s contest! Do you use Time-Outs? They’re certainly better than spanking to show your child you’re serious about whatever limit you’re setting. But time-outs aren’t the best way to help kids want to behave and cooperate. Why? 1….
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How many times have our kids given the obligatory “I’m sorry” when we know good and well that they didn’t really mean it? You know the drill…child does something unsavory to a sibling or friend and mom/dad require that an apology be issued. The child grudgingly complies with a half-hearted “I’m sorry” so he can…
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I made a post on Facebook late Thursday night in which several people asked for more information. My Facebook post regarding the 1-2-3 counting method was as follows: COUNTING 1-2-3. Are you doing the “count” with your kids? Are you counting 1-2-3 when they misbehave or are not listening? This is counter-productive for long-term results….
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Parents often use the terms “PUNISHMENT” & “CONSEQUENCES” interchangeably. They are very different! “Punishment” is defined as anything that causes blame, shame or pain. When the child is experiencing blame, shame or pain – he goes into self-defense mode & the learning stops. “Consequences” are LOGICALLY structured & train the child to make better choices…
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Absolutely! In Positive Parenting Solutions Online, participants discover why praise can be detrimental to children. Parents learn the difference between praise and encouragement and how to use encouragement to help develop children to their full potential. The attached article from the ABC News website is a MUST READ! It describes the results of a research…
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