This is the third and final part of a three-part article on Preventing Tantrums. To read part one, please visit here. To read part two, please visit here. Part 3: Providing Positive Attention In this article, we will look at ways that you can decrease your child’s tantrum and problem behaviors by increasing your child’s …
In Part 1 of our Preventing Tantrums series, we covered how to set your child up for success by creating predictability for them and allowing them to have some control (giving choices). Did you miss part one? No worries – click here to read Preventing Tantrums – Part 1 In this article, we will help …
If you are a parent wondering how to deal with temper tantrums, you are NOT alone. And while some tantrums are more difficult to manage than others, the best tantrum is the one that never even happens in the first place. In this 3-part series, we will provide you with a set of strategies to …
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First, let’s just acknowledge that dealing with tantrums is tough! They are loud, disruptive, sometimes embarrassing, often irrational, and usually frustrating to manage. So, what can you do about them? The good news: We have some simple steps you can start using today to help manage your child’s tantrums more effectively. While these steps won’t …
When a child is upset, hyperactive, or otherwise dysregulated (i.e. out of control), it can be a very difficult situation for everyone. As parents and caregivers, the chaos can be very frustrating, and in our attempts to regain control of the situation, we may find ourselves yelling, physically restraining our kids or giving out punishments. …
Strong social skills are a huge indicator of success in future life. Adults that have poor social skills have a harder time making and keeping friends, having meaningful relationships, finding a job and being successful in a career. Social skills have always been important, but with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic and an overall …
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In the COVID world we find ourselves in, parents are having to make tough decisions about school for their child this fall. This is not a one-size-fits-all situation, so whether you are considering in-person school, home-schooling, distance learning, or another alternative for your students, we know it is a tough decision to make and we …
When was the last time you did something for yourself? Think about the last time you enjoyed a quiet bath alone (or with your partner). How long has it been since you felt relaxed and present in the moment? Like most parents, chances are it’s been a while. Sometimes taking time away from the …
When summertime ends, most of us get prepared by shopping back-to-school sales to get our child the clothes and school supplies they need for yet another year! But something that often gets overlooked is the scramble that can happen at the end of the school day. Taking some time now to prepare for what happens …
It started with a basket… A cute, simple white basket that I’d gotten as a baby shower gift, and it held all of our toys and stuffies for baby Owen! That was enough for the first few months…especially since he spent most of his time in the huge swing we had for him, or on …
