Posts Tagged ‘Emotional Regulation’
When a crying child is a sign of good parenting
When my daughter melted down over a broken toy in the preschool parking lot, other parents might have thought I was failing. But sometimes a crying child means you’re doing something exactly right.
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Holiday gatherings with family can quickly turn from magical to meltdown-inducing. But with some thoughtful preparation and smart boundary-setting, you can actually survive them with your sanity intact.
Read Full PostWhy we feel the rage that mothers don’t talk about
The white-hot rage you sometimes direct at your child isn’t really about them. It’s about the hurt you experienced as a child, and understanding this connection changes everything about how you parent.
Read Full PostThe Your Parenting Mojo holiday survival guide!
The holidays: everyone’s favorite time of year AND everyone’s most stressful. Between big emotions, boundary-crossing relatives, and overstimulated kids, how do you spend more time enjoying and less time just surviving?
Read Full PostAn age-by-age guide to teaching your child to share
Your toddler refuses to share and you’re embarrassed at the playground. But forcing them to “share” actually teaches obedience, not generosity. Most kids can’t truly share until age 3.5 – here’s what to do instead.
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