Responding to “It’s Not Fair!”

Responding to “It’s Not Fair!”

“She got a bigger cookie than me!”  “We always get to do what he wants!”  “All my friends get to stay up later than me!”  “It’s not fair!” Children are very aware of what’s “fair”.  However, this sense of fairness is based solely on their own wants and needs.  When a...
Understanding your Child’s Temper

Understanding your Child’s Temper

Temper tantrums are a normal part of childhood that can be described as sudden, unplanned, short-lived bursts of anger.  Almost every young child experiences tantrums.  As they get older, children are able to learn how to understand and express their feelings in more...
Don’t Take it Personally

Don’t Take it Personally

If you haven’t yet heard your child yell, “I hate you!” or “You’re the worst mom ever!”, you can rest assured that the day will come. It can be shocking, frustrating and heart-breaking to hear such strong words coming from someone to whom you have devoted your love,...
Make the Most of Your Child’s Toy Collection

Make the Most of Your Child’s Toy Collection

Children learn through play, and toys can be valuable tools to aid in that learning.  But sometimes it can feel like your home is being overrun by toys.  You find them on the floor, on the furniture and in the yard.  There are boxes and piles and shelves full of...