Getting kids to help around the house isn’t always easy. More often than not, such an attempt is met with some form of resistance. The latest studies reveal that kids today are spending less time doing household chores than ever before. Although there is a common misconception that young children cannot participate in domestic chores, […]
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7 things you can start doing today to start the school year right
The start of the school year can be difficult for kids and parents alike. But science says that several strategies can make that transition easier. Here are 7 things that have been proven to help your child start the school year right. 1) Spend time together In these fast-paced times, it can be difficult to […]
Why You Need to Stop Yelling at Your Kids and 6 Tips to Show You How
It’s damn hard to raise a kid without yelling. The good news is that the occasional yell will not damage your child. The bad news is that if you’re constantly yelling, you just could be doing more harm than good to both you and your child. Much of the available evidence suggests that yelling can […]
Time-out versus Time-in: which one should you choose?
An increasing number of people are saying that time-out is not an effective discipline tool. Time-out critics argue that time-in is more effective in the long term. They say that time-out is an “unnecessary evil” and serves to escalate misbehavior. Time-out, they say, does more harm than good. They’re wrong. If used appropriately, time-out is […]
