Tag: discipline
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It’s Time to End the Harmful Habit of Mocking Children’s Emotions
Get Pregnant Fast In the midst of a bustling shopping center, where shoppers are on the hunt for discounted clothes and last-minute groceries, a little girl is experiencing a full-blown meltdown in the home improvement aisle. Her snack—a Quaker granola bar—has fallen from her cart, and the way she mourns its loss is nothing short…
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The Significance of Instilling Self-Control in Our Children
Get Pregnant Fast For anyone who has navigated the challenges of parenting a toddler, it’s clear that teaching self-control can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Young children seem to want everything immediately, whether it’s a coveted toy or a sweet treat. Convincing them to wait for their birthday to receive that special gift or…
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Embracing My Role as the ‘Mean Mom’: Why It’s Important for Raising Good Kids
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself in the position of being the ‘mean mom.’ Whether it’s asking my kids to tidy up their messes or limiting their gaming time, there are plenty of moments that leave them feeling frustrated with me. Sometimes, I even have the audacity to request that they…
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The Futility of Forcing Toddlers to Say Sorry (They Aren’t Sorry Anyway)
Get Pregnant Fast “Come on, say you’re sorry, sweetheart!” This phrase echoes through countless public spaces, and I admit, I’ve said it more times than I can count. Often, I’ve uttered it in the heat of the moment to avoid looking like I’m neglecting my toddler’s less-than-ideal behavior. I’ve done it to signal to bystanders…
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My Child Is My Closest Companion, Yet I Am Still ‘Mom’
Get Pregnant Fast It’s often frowned upon to openly admit that you share a friendship with your child. Many believe that as a parent, I should prioritize the role of authority over companionship. However, I am here to challenge that notion. My daughter and I are not just parent and child; we are best friends…
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Why My Kids Think I’m the Strictest Mom Ever, and Honestly, I Don’t Care
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, it’s not uncommon for our children to feel like they’re facing extreme hardships, no matter how good they have it. One moment, they’re overjoyed with a shiny new toy, and the next, they’re eyeing the latest, more extravagant version that their friend has. Kids have an uncanny ability to…
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I Destroyed Her Lego Set Today, and Now I Feel Terrible
Get Pregnant Fast I genuinely tried to give her fair warning. I really did. Yet, she stood there, completely unfazed. Time was ticking, and we were running late. She was fully aware of it. So, I repeated my warning. Still, she just stood there. Frustrated, I decided to count down from 30. She had 30…