Bed Wetting

Bed Wetting

Toilet training a child takes a lot of patience, time, and understanding. Most children do not become fully toilet trained until they are between 2 and 4 years of age. While many children at this age are able to stay dry during the day, others may not be able to stay...
Potty Training 101

Potty Training 101

From Start to Finish Potty training includes these steps: Telling your child what you expect of him/her Your child telling you before he/she has to go pee or poop Undressing Going Wiping Dressing Flushing Hand washing Signs of Readiness Your child can follow simple...
Are You Listening To Your Children?

Are You Listening To Your Children?

One of the greatest gifts that parents can give their children is that of listening to them. Involved parents pay attention to what their children have to say. They are conscientious about the things happening in their children’s lives, including their circle of...
11 Things to Do Instead of Spanking

11 Things to Do Instead of Spanking

Eleven Things to Do Instead of SpankingAnd a Few Suggestions If You Feel You Must SpankDr. Jon Jantz Ignore. Ignore behavior that: will not harm them; bad habits, whining, bad language, tantrums. It is hard to do nothing. However, this lack of attention takes away...
Using Time-Out for Behavior Problems

Using Time-Out for Behavior Problems

Guidelines for Parents Time-out involves placing your child on a chair for a short period of time following the occurrence of an unacceptable behavior. This procedure has been effective in reducing problem behaviors such as tantrums, hitting, biting, failure to follow...