Spirited Introverts and Holidays

Holiday gatherings can be overwhelming for introverts who need space, quiet and time to observe before joining activities. The following tips can help you set your child up for success.

Tantrums: Understanding and Reducing Them

When your child is losing it, it is easy to get caught in the flames of those challenging behaviors. You take them personally wondering why your child is being so mean, rude or hurtful to you. That’s why it is so important to look for the REAL Fuel Source

Picking up the Cues: BEFORE the Meltdown

Two thirds of our “sensing cells” are in our gut – that’s why when your child wakes in the morning and you know before he’s even gotten out of bed that it’s a going to be a lousy day you get that “kick in the gut” sensation.  

Don’t Leave Me!

What to do When Your Child Melts Down and Does Not Want You out of His Sight.

When You Must Say No

The three-foot tall, 18-inch-thick stone wall protected walkers on the trail from the precipitous drop to the river on the other side. Despite the danger, three-year-old Norah demanded to walk on top of the wall. For mom, this was clearly a safety issue and a definite, “no!”

5 Tips to Stop the 'Strike out Tantrums:' Hitting, Biting, Kicking and Name-calling

What do you do when your child hits you?  Not a swipe mind you, but a fisted punch?  

When Your Child’s Meltdowns Might Ruin Vacation

The screams are unexpected, always profoundly embarrassing.  This time the waiter trigger it, by announcing that chicken nuggets were no longer available despite being listed on the menu.   

Toddlers and Tantrums

When toddlers tantrum, people often advise, “Oh, that’s typical toddler behavior, just ignore it.” But is it typical and is ignoring really the best response? 

When Your Child Refuses to Share

My Child Won’t Share!  It’s a common concern and frequently a source of embarrassment especially when it’s your child grabbing every toy in sight and shouting, “It’s mine!”

What To Do If Your Child Quits When The Going Gets Tough

Does your child....

• Give up quickly when faced with a difficult task.
• Lash out if something does not go as they hoped or planned.
• Avoid tough tasks.
• Refuse to complete tasks, often insisting that they are boring.
• Become angry when asked to wait or to take turns.
• Quit when they can’t do something perfectly on the first attempt.

Rather than a behavior problem, lack of motivation or an anger issue, your child may simply be experiencing low frustration tolerance.

Do You Know What To Do When Your Child Calls You Names?

Your child is screaming, “You are stupid.” Or worse, “I hate you!” You feel yourself spiraling, every cell in your body triggered. Do you yell too? Flee? Burst into tears? Or do you somehow stay cool?