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Say NO WAY to Smacking

Say NO WAY to Smacking

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 possibly, bullying.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