by Julie Johnson | Aug 30, 2022 | Adolescents, Children, Parenting, Preteens, Toddlers, Uncategorized
For most kids, going back to school is a big transition and for some it feels like a momentous challenge. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or changing schools or teachers, going back can bring up lots of feelings for kids and adults! Fears and...
by Julie Johnson | Jun 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
Messages about how to parent your son are everywhere: “Don’t coddle him.” “Push him out into the world.” “He’s being a crybaby.” “You better let him go.” Feeling a cultural pressure to disconnect with their sons, many mothers feel conflicted about how to stay close,...
by Julie Johnson | Apr 2, 2019 | Uncategorized
OK, that’s it! Time out! And no more screen time for the rest of the week! Have you tried time outs, punishments, or rewards lately? The problem with these parenting techniques is that they tend to increase your children’s anger and resentment. Your kids are actually...
by Julie Johnson | Feb 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
Did it take your kiddo forever to get his pajamas on last night or did she flat out refuse to brush her hair in the morning? Or maybe he always puts up a fight when it’s bath time. Wouldn’t it be great to have a ten minute tool that can turn your child’s worst...
by Julie Johnson | Jan 23, 2019 | Children, Toddlers, Uncategorized
What if I told you that with ten minutes of your undivided attention: Your child will be more cooperative—more likely to pick up the toys when you ask them to or get their pajamas on at night. You’ll build trust in your relationship with your kid so they rely on you...
by Julie Johnson | Dec 17, 2017 | Uncategorized
You knew it was a bad idea. But the pantry was bare, your kid squeezed in a nap, and you hoped a trip to the grocery store would be quick and painless. But you were wrong. Tears and a tantrum were not on your list. A smooth trip to the grocery store is possible but it...
