by adminitp | Nov 22, 2017
Every year, families gather around the table to celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s meant to be a time of togetherness, a time to express gratitude and connect with those we love. Yet somewhere between the stuffing and the cranberry sauce, the fun often gets lost. What... 
by adminitp | Nov 8, 2017
When children back talk it can make your blood boil … No, I won’t! YOU do it!! You can’t make me! I don’t LIKE you! Grandma doesn’t make me do that! But WHYYYYYYY? When backtalk erupts it can trigger the survival centers in your brain, and your first instinct is... 
by adminitp | Nov 2, 2017
It is normal for young children to whine on occasion. On a good day, you can find your compassion, be gracious, and let it go. However, when the frequency, intensity, or duration of whining starts to rise irritation can build up and – unless there’s some safety valve... 
by adminitp | Oct 26, 2017
How do you change whining into winning? As toddlers get a little older and a few simple words creep into their vocabularies, they add another element to their communication: whining. And when it hits your ears it can feel like fingernails on a blackboard. When... 
by adminitp | Oct 18, 2017
How to Solve Bedtime Battles with Your Kids? As a parent, you know that where there are kids, there are bedtime battles! Who among you hasn’t heard (at least some) of these: When they’re young: But I’m not tired. Read me a story. Can I sleep in your... 
by adminitp | Oct 11, 2017
I hate yelling at my kids. So, How do I get my kids to listen to me the first time I say something? With all the challenges you face each day, it’s so easy to get upset and lose it. “Jordan, your breakfast’s ready. Please shut off your game and come... 
by adminitp | Jul 15, 2017
Everyone loves to have extended periods of time for recreation and relaxation. In fact, we all need some time to slow down, unplug and have some playtime. Getting away from home and traveling to an exciting destination is what makes vacations so wonderful. However,... 
by adminitp | Jul 12, 2017
Before I talk about 9 discipline strategies that work like a charm, I want to take a brief moment and refresh your memory with the story I have been using to illustrate the points in my series: It was a hot summer day, and Mom was excited to take her two young boys to... 
by adminitp | Jul 8, 2017
Dave and Rhonda are headed to his parent’s house for a two-week vacation. His parents are very energetic and love to schedule lots of activities. Since Dave and Rhonda run what they call a “laid-back” home, they are a bit worried about the effect that will have on... 
by adminitp | Jul 5, 2017
Misbehavior. Ugh… we all have to deal with it. So what do you do when your little guy misbehaves and throws sand at his brother while playing on the beach? Before you answer that question, I want you to consider what I have been talking about for the last...
