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Manage like a cat, nurture like a dog

Manage like a cat, nurture like a dog

Teenagers need a mix a firmness and nurturance but giving both can be tricky. Here’s a magic way to make sure you give teens exactly what they need from youRead more

Ten discipline methods to quit

Ten discipline methods to quit

Here are 10 common and easily avoided mistakes parents make when disciplining their children. Replace these mistakes with better techniques and you’ll be on your way to parenting easy street.Read more

"Don’t say that, say this"

"Don't say that, say this"

MICHAEL GROSE  It’s not what you say but how you say it that makes the biggest difference when getting cooperation from kids. Here’s a little tweak to a common communication problem that can make a massive difference to your message. Read more

Smacking is not okay

Smacking is not okay

Discipline is an important part of the parenting process, but it doesn’t need to include corporal punishment. There are plenty of effective alternatives to smacking, and they don’t come with negative side effects including resentment and teaching kids how to bully.Read more