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21 Mom-Tested Discipline Tricks
When it comes to fixing bad behavior, moms are the real experts. Read on for smart strategies that will put a stop to whining, tantrums, back talk, and more.
Stephanie Rausser
Bedtime Battles: Offer an Incentive
"When we were teaching our son Anthony to stay in bed at night, we gave him a special paper lunch bag to sleep with. If he went down without a fuss, he'd find a surprise in the sack when he woke up. While he was asleep, I would sneak in a picture of the park we'd visit that day, a toy from the dollar store, or something else. Whatever the case, it worked."
Sarah Hoflich
Austin, Texas, mom of 2
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I would like to print these ideas without the potoes to save on my printer ink does any one know how I CAN DO THAT? THANKS
4/3/2012 04:48:39 PM Report AbuseThere are some good here. You have to take things and make them your own. I know for myself I have to find what works for me. This is another helpful article. http://58686z9xaghj8x6k5h09mhrc0u.hop.clickbank.net/?tid=GJ2H7DLJ
3/3/2012 09:46:22 PM Report AbuseWhat constitutes appropriate discipline? When should you administer discipline? While there is no one right answer to fit every family and every circumstance, there are some general guidelines that are recommended. First, let¿s cover why a parent disciplines his/her child. The immediate purposes of discipline are usually twofold: to help a child learn what behaviors are ok... http://tinyurl.com/yboy89y
2/3/2012 11:27:08 AM Report AbuseSarahKalliBarber...It's incentivizing. I don't believe kids should be bribed to do anything and when they're at an age that they can understand what it means to be a part of a functioning family unit you won't have to give incentives. The whole point is to establish a system or routine, that's how they learn. Whether tired or not, a good mother wouldn't abandon a process half way if it's beneficial to her child's development. And clearly you don't understand the meaning of discipline.
1/30/2012 11:37:30 PM Report AbuseI agree - I also find it very time consuming - a few lines on each page!
1/30/2012 11:58:25 AM Report Abuse