“Be good!” is probably the most common phrase used by parents with young children. It is also my #1 pet peeve. The close second being the follow up
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Is Your Toddler Picking Up Bad Habits At Day Care?
Day care is a necessary evil for most parents. Truthfully, it can also be a lifesaver. If you trust your day care provider, having another set of people
The Key to Holiday Rituals is the Word "Always"
When I ask people about their family rituals, most parents report back that they don’t really have any. Even my own brother has told me that our family
Learn to Set Limits Without Saying No in 3 Easy Steps
For most parents, limits are usually set with one of these three words: NO. DON’T STOP. No, you can not play outside. Don’t run in the hallway. Stop
Consequences: Change Your Words To Change Behavior (Part 2)
Want to learn how to impose consequences without being “the Bad Guy”? Here’s another simple language tweak that can have a big impact on behavior. We already talked
Bribes: Change Your Words To Change Behaviors (Part 1)
Do you offer bribes to your child to get good behavior? Parents often feel guilty about “using bribes” to get their children to comply with rules. I hear
My Ex is An Alcoholic? Should My Child Still Have Visits?
Managing parent and child visits when drugs or alcohol is involved can be tricky. Sadly, drug and alcohol abuse is a factor in over 30 million homes (according
Why Time-In May Work Better Than Time-Out
Time-in is a coping skill used by therapists to teach children how to regulate (aka deal with) difficult emotions. Before we get into the details, let’s review some
What is Play Therapy?
Play Therapy? Are you unsure of exactly what that means? When people ask what I do for a living and I them I am a Play Therapist, I
Praise for Kids That Actually Helps
Praise is supposed to be good for kids, right? What is wrong with saying “Good Job?” Well, nothing in particular, I guess. The wrong kind of praise can