by Elizabeth Pantley author of The No-Cry Discipline Solution (McGraw-Hill 2007)
Whether you’re on the phone, busy on your computer, or talking to another adult, it can be frustrating when your children constantly interrupt you. What’s surprising to learn is that they do it because they always get a response from you when they do! They’ve [...]
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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Perfect Parenting and Kid Cooperation
Question:
I always have to call my child repeatedly before he’ll respond. It’s like he has cotton in his ears! I can’t stand being ignored. How can I get him to come when I call him?
Think about it:
If your child knows that the worse consequence for not [...]
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by Gary Hendricks
Oh gosh … he’s at it again! Wailing and crying for God knows what reason. Do you have a problem with your child’s tantrums? Here’s a quick guide on how to handle them during those stressful moments.
Why Do Children Throw Tantrums?
Studies have shown that when children throw tantrums, they do not mean to [...]
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by Armin Brott
Dear Mr. Dad: My two-year-old son has started having temper tantrums. The ones that happen at home are no fun, but the ones that happen in public places—like the supermarket—are downright embarrassing. Is there anything I can do about this problem?
Armin answers: Temper tantrums are most common among two and three-year-olds, which is [...]
Tags: acting out, behavior, ignore, public, reinforce, tantrum, toddler, two year old
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