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How to Deal With a Defiant Child Without Losing Your Authority or Your Mind

Defiance in children is almost always a bid for autonomy, not a power grab…

How to Teach Kids to Manage Their Own Emotions Without Dismissing Their Feelings

Telling a child to calm down does not teach them how to calm down.…

How to Create a Morning Routine for Kids That Does Not End in Chaos

A chaotic school morning is almost always caused by too many decisions being made…

How to Manage Mom Guilt When You Feel Like You Are Never Enough

Mom guilt is nearly universal and largely useless as a guide to parenting decisions.…

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