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Research says: Get out of the way when babies explore
Look dad, here's my piecrust! I can do it. It’s official: researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology say that babies who are allowed to discover on their own learn better and show more...
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The most you can spend on anyone is time
Celebrating Mother's Day with two of my four "children," now 28 and 30. This is a phone call I had with a friend yesterday. The names have been changed. Mike: What are you doing for Mother’s Day? Me:...
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Bully-free parenting
Many bullies are made at home As the young mother of three children born in 3.5 years, I thought “discipline” meant “punishment.” Through parenting workshops, I learned that “discipline” means “to...
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5 positive parenting resolutions for 2012
Act Don’t Yak is an easy-to-follow 2012 resolution. NOTE: Join us at a Positive Parenting Seminar, “Act Don’t Yak” on Monday Jan. 9, 2012, 7-9 pm in Littleton. Click here for info. “It’s so hard to...
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The long-term benefits of family meetings
Ian shovels snow -- when we had some last winter -- during a long visit. Family meetings are key to setting expectations and open communication with "kids" of all ages. My son Ian, 27, left, has no...
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How long can the cocoon last?
Bree is cutting cantaloupe with a very sharp knife. At what age should children be given knives to use? This picture caused a stir among the workshop room full of parents, day care providers and...
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Power-sharing can defuse conflict in families
Giving kids a little leeway can go a long way to make peace at home. Instead of scolding my kids for being on top of our van, I got out the camera. Children develop personal power when they can take...
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How chores & family meetings have changed everything
Love the action in this photo as well as the reflection in the windows. Appearances can deceive. This 9-year-old is gaining self-confidence, skill, self-discipline, self-esteem and connection to her...
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The helicopter parent has landed!
Why Failure is Good for Your Kids. BookWormMama and I collaborated on this post. Nic loves reading and has a 17 month old baby. When she kindly reviewed my book, “Raising Able:,” Nic was intrigued by...
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Homework hassles, headaches and happiness
Homework is the source of great angst between parents and children. Take the example of John, 8, and Mom (names changed to protect the real people). John, 8, is highly intelligent with many behavioral...
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