No. I wouldn’t. But other parents are doing this with increasing frequency, as described in Lisa Belkin’s recent column in the Huffington Post. I urge you to read her column for the... Read more >>

A few years ago government stepped in and gave our kids the right to sue us if we spanked them. Although I did spank mine when they were younger, I also found other methods of discipline that had a... Read more >>

It confounds me how some parents have become scared of their kids. They cater to their every whim and pleasure in fear of a meltdown. I know we want our children happy, but should it be despite... Read more >>

In the same way that positive words impact our kids, negative words do too. In fact, the impact can even be more significant. We’ve all had those moments where we’ve lost our patience... Read more >>

One thing that has been coming up for us lately is the repeated theme of getting our son integrated and comfortable being around other children. Usually, August (our son), will either try to share... Read more >>

Okay ... I know I’ve supported moms who’ve done some crazy things, but a “fake” arrest of a five year old—that’s going a little too far for me. What do you think?... Read more >>

More fuel to fire the “to spank or not to spank debate”—New study says lifting a hand to your little ones today can lead to aggressive behavior tomorrow. What do you think about... Read more >>

Children don’t always behave. They’re trying to figure out how the world works and their place in society. Children can test the limits. That’s where parenting comes... Read more >>

In any marriage, there are a few major contenders vying for title of Most Fought-Over Issue. The way we discipline our kids proudly takes its rightful place among these contenders. When we marry our... Read more >>

If you want your kid to wash his hands, pick up his trains, or give his sister’s tiara back, don’t ask—tell.  The Friendly Approach to Discipline Let’s face it: If you... Read more >>