There are so many things we think about as parents—how to raise kind, confident, resilient kids, how to keep our cool on little sleep, how to be present even when the day feels stretched too thin. One small phrase I’ve been thinking about a lot lately is “I told you so.” It might seem harmless,… Continue reading Why “I Told You So” Isn’t Something I Want to Say to My Toddler
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Fear-Based Parenting: More Harm Than Help
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles in life. Every parent wants their child to listen, follow rules, and stay safe. Sometimes, out of frustration or habit, we resort to fear-based tactics to encourage certain behaviors. Telling a child that a spider will come to them if they don’t wear a pullover… Continue reading Fear-Based Parenting: More Harm Than Help
