How Can I Get My Kid to Stop Being Defensive Whenever He's at Fault?
Strong emotions can be a lot for young brains to handle, so we need to help our kids by staying in control of ours. Here's how to keep our own emotions in check while helping our little ones correct their behavior.
How Do I Get My Child to Stop Repeating Bad Behavior From Others?
Kids are master mimics and it can be easy for them to pick up unpleasant behaviors, especially when others have them repeat them for laughs. Here are ways to navigate that tricky situation.
How Can I Get My Stepkids to Listen to Me?
Living in blended families can bring a lot of challenges, including painful feelings that children may not know how to express. Luckily, there are ways to work together when they act out.
What Can I Do About a Teen With an Extra Bad Attitude?
Teenagers are infamous for "bad attitudes," when often it's an outward sign of intense emotions they don't know how to handle. You can help your teenager and here's how.
My Son Misses His Grandparents and Nothing I Say Helps
Missing family members will affect us all during a pandemic holiday season, but our kids especially need support. Here's how to help them through it.
How Can I Handle My Child's Bad Behavior Without Wanting to Scream?
The more calm we are as parents, the less out of control everyone feels, which helps reduce behavior problems in children. But how can we do that? Here's how to shift from being reactive to responsive when our children act out.