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8 Things a Parent Should Never Say to Their Child
Threatening violence or the loss of love might seem like obvious no-nos, but there are more subtle phrases just as damaging.
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The 9 Words Parents Should Never Say to Their Kids
The rhyme says ‘words will never hurt me,’ but when used on children these 9 epithets could cause damage.
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How to Arm Little Kids Against Negative Thoughts
Giving children power over negative thoughts can reduce problem behaviors and freak outs that were once considered a normal part of childhood.
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How to Comfort a Child After Mom or Dad Gets Angry
Parents aren’t supposed to lose their temper, but everyone does. It’s still possible to be a good parent afterward.
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How to Help a Kid With a Broken Heart
The brain of a tween is built to understand the here and now, which makes heartbreak feel like forever, but parents can help if they avoid talking about fish in the sea.
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How to Teach Little Kids to Wait
Waiting is hard for kids who were once served by adults who now expect patience. This is how to teach little children to wait without fuss.
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How to Trick a Kid Into Talking About Their Day
Kids clam up. It happens. When kids won’t talk, parents’ best tools are patience and gentleness.
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Does it Matter Why Bullies Bully?
Empathy is undeniably good for kids, but the reason parents should ask bullying victims why their bullies hurt them is also about reducing shame and gaining information.
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How To Trick a Grade Schooler Into Opening Up
Parents who want information about their grade schooler’s life would do best to pry less and offer more information about their own experiences.
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How (and When) To Teach Kids to Keep Secret
A secret between a parent and a young child can be a lot of fun. But asking a young child to keep a secret from the other parent is a potential minefield.
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How to Get the Kids and Go
The transition from house to outing can be a pain point for parents, but professional nannies may have found the secret to getting kids out the door quickly and easily.
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How To Speak to a Child About Their Sibling
No parent can really understand their kids' sibling relationships.
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How to Get a Kid Excited For a New Sibling
When it comes to parenting, sometimes it’s not about what you sell but how you sell it.
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How to Handle a Bad Playdate
Everybody can have off days. When a playdate goes sour, it’s best to shut it down and try again later.
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