Humans parenting humans Parenting can feel overwhelming. We want to do well for our kids. The more we know, it can feel as though the more we fail to act the way we want to parent. It can feel as though no matter how hard we try, we never quite get there. So why keep … Continue reading Grace
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Pendulum Parenting
And Why You Need Boundries It is a joy to say yes to our children, to see the delight in their eyes and their excitement is heart lifting. It is also true that we humans like to keep the positive emotions going and avoid dissappointing or frustrating others as it is hard to deal with … Continue reading Pendulum Parenting
Toilet Learning
Where to Start How to transition a child to using the toilet becomes a big focus during the toddler years. In toddler parentinh groups the question often comes up, "how do we start?". Only toilet learning doesn't start during the toddler years. Our influence on their understanding and attitudes to toileting starts much earlier than … Continue reading Toilet Learning
Good Girl and Good Boy
and the problem with praise It is a very common phrase in interracting with children. A simple two word statement intended to encourage a child when they do something that is appreciated. It is used when a child gives a hug, or finishes their meal, or when they wait patiently or do something interesting. However, … Continue reading Good Girl and Good Boy
No
Communicating Boundaries An infant crawls over to the powerpoint and begins to pull on the plug. “No,” says the adult sternly. A baby tosses her food over the side of the chair onto the floor. “No!” exclaims the adult. A toddler picks up the blocks and throws it delightedly. “No!” commands the adult. 'No' is … Continue reading No
Gentle Parenting
more than what it is not There are many parenting approaches. And there are a growing number that are opposed to the parenting practises that have dominated our recent history, particularly those centered around punishments and rewards. As the practice of parenting respectfully grows, many people are fleshing out what this means and how to … Continue reading Gentle Parenting
The Santa Game
Playing pretend with your children. "Hush, hush! Is that reindeer hooves I hear on the roof? Hurry, hurry! Off to bed. You've got to let Santa get to work." Santa is a story, a game we play, with dress ups and acting, for the purpose of joy and delight. Many parents struggle with whether or … Continue reading The Santa Game
Elizabeth Tankard 