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fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

8-year-old orders nearly 70,000 Dum-Dum lollipops on Amazon

An 8-year-old ordered 69,000 lollipops on Amazon, resulting in a $4,200 charge that his mother discovered too late.
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Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Thought My Husband Was a Good Stay-at-Home Dad. But Now I'm Not Sure My Toddler Is Safe.

Parental frustration can lead to inappropriate behaviors; communication and addressing emotions are crucial for healthy parenting.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Parents Are Traumatized by Their Children

Children's severe behaviors can traumatize their parents, impacting their parenting ability.
Trauma-informed treatment is essential for parents to regain functionality and effectively nurture their children.
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Parenting

My Husband Tells Me to Ignore My Sons' Sickening Pranks. Absolutely Not.

Teach children about appropriate times for jokes instead of completely prohibiting them.
Set physical boundaries for humor to respect personal comfort.
Use calm consequences to manage inappropriate behavior.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

My Son Seems to Have a Mean Streak. I Know Where He Gets It From.

Encourage empathy and kindness in children despite external negative influences, especially from parents.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago
Parenting

If People Want Kids On Screens Less, We All Have To Learn To Tolerate Kid Behavior

Parents face a dilemma in restaurants with young children, balancing expectations of behavior with reality.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

I Thought My Husband Was a Good Stay-at-Home Dad. But Now I'm Not Sure My Toddler Is Safe.

Parental frustration can lead to inappropriate behaviors; communication and addressing emotions are crucial for healthy parenting.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

When Parents Are Traumatized by Their Children

Children's severe behaviors can traumatize their parents, impacting their parenting ability.
Trauma-informed treatment is essential for parents to regain functionality and effectively nurture their children.
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Parenting

My Husband Tells Me to Ignore My Sons' Sickening Pranks. Absolutely Not.

Teach children about appropriate times for jokes instead of completely prohibiting them.
Set physical boundaries for humor to respect personal comfort.
Use calm consequences to manage inappropriate behavior.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

My Son Seems to Have a Mean Streak. I Know Where He Gets It From.

Encourage empathy and kindness in children despite external negative influences, especially from parents.
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago
Parenting

If People Want Kids On Screens Less, We All Have To Learn To Tolerate Kid Behavior

Parents face a dilemma in restaurants with young children, balancing expectations of behavior with reality.
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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago
Parenting

Why Do We Pathologize, Demonize, and Moralize Children's Behavior?

Children's behaviors often hint at unmet needs rather than moral failings; understanding this can lead to more compassionate and effective support.
Focusing solely on weaknesses ignores children's strengths, which can provide critical insights into their true needs.
Labels can harm; viewing challenging behavior as communication rather than a problem fosters understanding and support.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago
Education

Why Is My Super Smart Kid Struggling So Much With School?

Smart children can struggle academically despite their bright capabilities due to various factors that affect their performance and behavior in school.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago
Parenting

Why Do We Pathologize, Demonize, and Moralize Children's Behavior?

Children's behaviors often hint at unmet needs rather than moral failings; understanding this can lead to more compassionate and effective support.
Focusing solely on weaknesses ignores children's strengths, which can provide critical insights into their true needs.
Labels can harm; viewing challenging behavior as communication rather than a problem fosters understanding and support.
fromScary Mommy
4 months ago
Education

Why Is My Super Smart Kid Struggling So Much With School?

Smart children can struggle academically despite their bright capabilities due to various factors that affect their performance and behavior in school.
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Parenting
fromIndependent
2 months ago

How to deal with tantrums at any age: from toddlers to teens

Tantrums are emotional outbursts signaling a need for emotional regulation rather than simply bad behavior.
Understanding tantrums can help parents respond better to emotional distress in children.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

There's a Common Piece of Parenting Advice About Fighting. But It Can't Possibly Apply to What I'm Dealing With.

Intervene immediately during physical altercations among children to teach them that hitting is unacceptable.
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

My Kid Treats My Boobs Like They're His Property. This Has to Stop.

It's important for parents to establish boundaries for their bodies and address unwanted behaviors from children consistently, regardless of their intent.
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago
Parenting

My 6-Year-Old Has Started Saying a Disturbing Phrase All the Time

Imitating peers is normal in childhood; discussing boundaries should be approached with care and context.
Parenting
fromIndependent
2 months ago

How to deal with tantrums at any age: from toddlers to teens

Tantrums are emotional outbursts signaling a need for emotional regulation rather than simply bad behavior.
Understanding tantrums can help parents respond better to emotional distress in children.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago
Parenting

There's a Common Piece of Parenting Advice About Fighting. But It Can't Possibly Apply to What I'm Dealing With.

Intervene immediately during physical altercations among children to teach them that hitting is unacceptable.
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

My Kid Treats My Boobs Like They're His Property. This Has to Stop.

It's important for parents to establish boundaries for their bodies and address unwanted behaviors from children consistently, regardless of their intent.
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago
Parenting

My 6-Year-Old Has Started Saying a Disturbing Phrase All the Time

Imitating peers is normal in childhood; discussing boundaries should be approached with care and context.
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fromScary Mommy
5 months ago
Parenting

Want Your Kids To Listen? Stop Telling Them What Not To Do

Using positive language helps clarify expectations for children instead of relying on negative commands.
Shifting from 'no' and 'don't' statements to affirmative directions fosters better understanding in kids.
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago
Parenting

Let's Talk About The Kids Who Straight Up *Refuse* To Poop At School

Public pooping anxiety can affect children, leading to stool-holding behaviors especially in school settings.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Parenting

Mom reveals genius tech hack for cranky kids - and it involves a beloved cartoon character

Using Alexa to communicate with children can help encourage positive behavior and better listening skills.
fromBaby Domain
3 months ago
Health

7 Essential Tips to Banish Toddler Tummy Aches | Baby Domain

Consult a doctor for recurring toddler stomach pain and consider emotional factors as causes.
fromScary Mommy
5 months ago
Parenting

Want Your Kids To Listen? Stop Telling Them What Not To Do

Using positive language helps clarify expectations for children instead of relying on negative commands.
Shifting from 'no' and 'don't' statements to affirmative directions fosters better understanding in kids.
fromScary Mommy
3 months ago
Parenting

Let's Talk About The Kids Who Straight Up *Refuse* To Poop At School

Public pooping anxiety can affect children, leading to stool-holding behaviors especially in school settings.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Parenting

Mom reveals genius tech hack for cranky kids - and it involves a beloved cartoon character

Using Alexa to communicate with children can help encourage positive behavior and better listening skills.
fromBaby Domain
3 months ago
Health

7 Essential Tips to Banish Toddler Tummy Aches | Baby Domain

Consult a doctor for recurring toddler stomach pain and consider emotional factors as causes.
more#parenting-tips
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Is a Medical Emergency

Sudden OCD symptoms in children may indicate serious brain issues requiring urgent evaluation.
Behavioral changes combined with OCD symptoms can signify conditions like PANS, which need early detection.
#parenting-strategies
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

"Consequences Don't Work With My Kid!"

Traditional punishments, like taking away phones, are ineffective and can escalate bad behavior; positive reinforcement methods are more effective.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago
Parenting

How to Raise Kids With No Punishments

Gentle parenting prioritizes emotional connection over discipline, but its effectiveness in practice can be challenging during stressful family moments.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

"Consequences Don't Work With My Kid!"

Traditional punishments, like taking away phones, are ineffective and can escalate bad behavior; positive reinforcement methods are more effective.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago
Parenting

How to Raise Kids With No Punishments

Gentle parenting prioritizes emotional connection over discipline, but its effectiveness in practice can be challenging during stressful family moments.
more#parenting-strategies
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Parenting

Gentle Parenting: When to Lean Out Instead of Leaning In

Gentle parenting focuses on emotional ties but may omit crucial behavior limits.
Expert recommendations favor withdrawing attention over engaging during a child's tantrum.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Adult Tantrums 101

Tantrums reflect an unmet desire for immediate gratification, common in both children and adults, indicating a need for better coping strategies.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
Writing

Dear Abby: We're paying a lot for the wedding, and I need them to keep their kids in line

Address disruptive behavior from children at family events proactively to ensure appropriate decorum, especially during significant occasions like weddings.
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