by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Perfect Parenting & Kid Cooperation Question: My kid thinks “chocolate” is one of the main food groups! She eats way too much junk food, and not enough healthy foods. How can I help her develop better eating habits? Think about it: Kids tend to focus more on immediate gratification than […]

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by Elizabeth Pantley, author of Kid Cooperation and Perfect Parenting Question: My son begged us incessantly for a dog. He promised he’d take care of it. Well, we finally got him the dog, but getting him to take care of his pet has become a daily battle. How do I get him to take responsibility […]

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by Elizabeth Pantley, Contemporary Books, released October 2000 She opened with a question. “Mom! What are we having for dinner?” “Well, hello to you, too, honey,” Judy said with a chuckle, leaning over to press a kiss on Jennifer’s cheek. “We’re having fish.” “What kind?” asked Jennifer, chin raised in suspicion. “Cod,” warily answered Judy. […]

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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Perfect Parenting and Kid Cooperation Question: My son fusses, whines, and complains every morning when I get ready to leave for work. I have to work, and I want to work, but my son’s attitude makes me feel terrible. Also, this is a lousy way to start the day. Think […]

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by Elizabeth Pantley Question: I just attended a friend’s child’s birthday party and was shocked by the responses the child gave as he opened his gifts. “I already have one of these.” “This isn’t the one I wanted.” After I was done judging this “nasty” child, I suddenly realized that the holiday is fast approaching, […]

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by Elizabeth Pantley, Author of Kid Cooperation and Perfect Parenting Question: My child’s bedroom looks like it’s been put through a blender! I can’t see the carpet, and to walk through the room I have to dodge clothes, toys, and last week’s snack wrappers. My child doesn’t care, but I do. When I yell and […]

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