by Monica Chan | Nov 7, 2024 | All Ages, Discipline, Limits, Preschoolers, Respectful Parenting, Tips, Toddler
3 Myths About Getting Kids to Listen(And What Actually Works) Getting kids to listen can feel like an endless cycle of repeating yourself, raising your voice, and feeling like you’re not being heard. Many parents share the frustration of giving simple instructions...
by Monica Chan | Oct 30, 2024 | All Ages, Discipline, Limits, Preschoolers, Respectful Parenting, Tips, Toddler
Navigating Sweets– Setting Boundaries Without Guilt Every year, when Halloween comes around, the house is absolutely flooded with candy! I don’t think we’re the exception here. The sheer amount of sugar can make many families anxious, sparking the question: What...
by Monica Chan | Oct 23, 2024 | All Ages, Babies, Preschoolers, Respectful Parenting, Tips, Toddler
How to Support Your Child Through Big Changes – Without the Overwhelm In the past six years of parenting, my kids have experienced their fair share of transitions. We’ve moved homes, started multiple daycares, preschools, and schools, welcomed a new sibling, and...
by Monica Chan | Jan 18, 2024 | Discipline, Preschoolers, Respectful Parenting, Tips, Toddler, Uncategorized
Why Punishments Miss the Mark And What Works Better Imagine this common scene in any family’s life: Annie walks into the living room and finds her son, Max, crying after having pushed his sister, Lily, in a squabble over a toy. Annie’s instinct is to discipline...
by Monica Chan | Dec 13, 2023 | Discipline, Independence, Limits, Respectful Parenting, Tips
Holiday Survival Guide Navigating the Holiday Hustle:A Parent’s Guide to Thriving Amidst Seasonal Chaos Juggling the holiday frenzy with young ones in tow often feels like steering a ship through a storm. Disrupted routines, long trips, and the high-octane...
by Monica Chan | Aug 9, 2023 | Discipline, Independence, Limits, Respectful Parenting, Tips, Toddler, Uncategorized
Problematic Advice: Breaking down a concerning parenting article If you’ve ever spent time online, you know that parenting tips are a dime a dozen. They pop up in our feeds, land in our inboxes, and sometimes even find their way into casual conversations. But...