Empowering Parents to Break Ineffective Parenting Cycles
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How do children learn listening skills? We explore how to change that question so that you, the caregiver, can be in the driver's seat.
Hi, my name is Meganne Ford, and my passion is strengthening family...
I get it! for some people, it's uncomfortable to watch siblings or children play rough.
I hope to shine some light on this important piece of play and learning, both for boys and girls!
Ever hear yourself say this to...
How do you interpret your child's behavior? Let's explore the concept of interpreting your child's behavior as a form of communication. By shifting our perspective and understanding the underlying...
Hi, I'm MegAnne. I have a problem with yelling, and we are going to discuss how yelling affects the brain.
Takeaways
- Yelling, though it might feel like a quick fix, leaves a lasting impact on both the person...
Living by universal laws of manifesting allows you to create and build your kind family. Once we align our actions to where we want to go, things become easier. In doing my own inner work, I’ve discovered...
Disclaimer: I invite you to take care of yourself while you read. This content can be triggering, so take a break if needed. This information is for awareness and entertainment and not to be a substitute for...
Toddler tantrums are exhausting! They are bound to happen. Think about when you want to yell or scream. What is happening? Could it be because you didn't get the result you wanted or expected? To put a little humor...
Playing is the best way to model the behavior we want from children. Roughhousing and playing games can be fun until they try to cheat.
I was having a great time playing with my 7-year-old nephew, it was all fun and...
Connecting
What does it feel like to truly connect with your kid and get through a stressful moment?
Much like any other important relationship, connecting in your parenting means prioritizing the relationship over...
My favorite skill to teach toddlers?
Potty training. No, I’m not joking. It was by far my favorite thing to teach.
Recently, I ran into the mother of one of my former students in a parking lot. She came right...
I want to share a story illustrating how stubborn I can be in holding onto beliefs that are not serving my goal. How quickly can I opt for what is comfortable and convenient instead of staying present and searching...
Providing parenting strategies that are backed by science. Science is ever-evolving, and what we thought about parenting for 20 years differs from what we know now. I am more curious about how we want to feel in our...
Are you a parent who uses time out? Well, you are not alone! Since the 1980s, it has been one of the most commonly used methods to discipline children.
Have you ever been at the park and had your child push...
Time Outs were popularized in the 1980s as an alternative to spanking. Unfortunately, it is a widely used parenting strategy that has unforeseen consequences.
What is a time out?
The CDC...
My passion is strengthening family relationships. I help parents learn effective methods and strategies with parenting classes. I am a former early childhood educator turned parent coach.
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