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Best Book for Disciplining?
Asked by W.M. from Bloomington
on October 22, 2010
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My son is just 2 months old...and I have an 8 year old, but when she was "growing up" through the toddler years I had no idea what I was doing discipline-wise. Luckil...
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- I am sold on the love and logic methodolgy...I went to one of there in-person training classes and loved it. And their methodogly has worked magic in our family....ta...
- Positive Discipline has a focus of long-term results. There are a lot of books that fit into that mindset. You can also look for Attachment Parenting or Gentle Discipl...
- I like John Rosemond's "Making the Terrible Two's Terrific!" He has an old school style of parenting and discipline that makes the most sense to me.
Looking for Good Books on Discipline
Asked by B.H. from Detroit
on September 9, 2010
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I've brought two books for advice on disciplining my 6 and 4 year old and I'm sort of frustrated because both books only stated stuff that I already know and stuff th...
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- I LOVE °Transforming the Difficult Child, the Nurtured Heart Approach° by Glasser. It is intense, though, so be prepared if you read it.
- I used 123 Magic and there are several therapists I know who recommend it also.
- Here is a site you could check out for some suggestions and I believe that they have a book recommendations as well. Hope it helps: http://www.theskinnyscoop.com/se...
Recommendations for Books on Discipline
Asked by G.S. from Allentown
on May 30, 2008
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Well, my almost-15-month-old daughter has been at the age of active defiance for what seems like forever now - but certainly the last few months. I'm interested in fi...
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- Positive Discipline by Jane Nelson. There is a series, but one focuses on the years 1-3. There is also a 2 CD set of a seminar she did that is good if you don't have...
- I've found the advice in "What to Expect: The Toddler Years" to be helpful. I also use "1-2-3 Magic".
- I have heard that 1-2-3 Magic is a good one.
Help! Need Discipline Techniques for 3 1/2 Year Old!!!
Asked by M.M. from Houston
on April 10, 2009
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I have a very active 3 1/2 year old little boy who is really testing our limits. He is a very happy child until he is told "no" or is instructed to stop doing somethin...
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- I don't think pawning the responsibility on Daddy as mentioned below is the answer. Children should respect all their elders, and, have consequences from all who are ...
- It may seem stone age compared to all the new lovey dovey ways to raise a child these days, but I count to three and then if no compliance a spanking follows. My daugh...
- I really like the book "Positive Discipline." It helps to teac you how to diffuse a situation before it becomes a power struggle. Good luck!
21Month Old Daughter Entering Terrible Two's
Asked by J.G. from San Francisco
on August 5, 2008
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I need a little advise on how to address my little girls stubborn, aggressive behavior. I understand all kids go threw this little faze however she is like nothing i h...
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- J., Responses from Teresa and Jessica hit it right on the nose! Give you daughter a choice between two items that you approve of if the one she wants is not a optio...
- Have you ever read or watched the DVD "the happiest toddler on the block"? I saw the doctor that wrote the book at a lecture and it was terrific. I have actually bee...
- Hi there. My son is 26 months old so I am/have been experiencing similar behavior. At first I was really stern with him, but that didn't produce good results. My ...
Need a Suggestion as to How to Get Step Children to Listen...
Asked by A.K. from Albany
on January 2, 2011
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I am 31 years old, I have three children from my first marriage and two step children from my common law relationship. My common law husband (or boyfriend) works reta...
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- There are a lot of pieces to this puzzle. Two things that pop to mind: family counseling for everyone. Blending a family is difficult in the best of circumstances, ...
- Family therapy. It can only help. I'm thinking if the kids went from visiting their own dad only 2 days a week to now living w/ him and all the rest of you, there ...
- It took some time but it works. He has to sit down with them and you and explain that they have to respect you and he needs to teach them how to be thankfull as well. ...
Did Anyone Have a Issue with Their Oldest When the 2St Child Was Born
Asked by L.A. from New York
on March 25, 2008
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I am due with my second child May 5th, 2008 and was wondering if anybody had issues with their 1st born when the baby came home?? My son and new baby will be 2 years a...
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- My son was 18 months old when my daughter was born. I was terrified what would happen since he was still so young but we had surprisingly few problems. The challange w...
- I think there are always issues when you add a sibling. As moms, we have to find the balance and at times it can be very hard. Include baby #1 in everything you do f...
- L., Its easier than you think, all you need is a double stroller, AND patience. My 2 little guys LOVE eachother very much. ON occasion my 3 year old is jealou...
Grounding My Middle Schooler
Asked by L.H. from Cedar Rapids
on March 9, 2008
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Hi Ladies
I need a little advice from any moms who have a little insight on 12 year old Boys.
My son recently lied to me about his where abouts and who he was with. ...
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- Hello L., I agree with your punishment. Stick to it. I also think that you all need to sit him down and talk with him (not at him) to get to the bottom of the ...
- I have a 12 year old girl who did basically the same thing. She asked to go to a friend's house after school and then went to her friends and then to a boys house near...
- Grounded from the phone and computer AND from leaving the house for two weeks -- I'd call that a stiff penalty -- but whatever punishment you choose, you have to enfor...
My Daughter Hits!
Asked by K.B. from Los Angeles
on December 28, 2007
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My 2yr old daughter started Daycare at the end of November. She is extreamly articulate and has always been a complete angel. At the begining of December, she slapped ...
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- Hi there..I havent even read your reply's below, so I am sorry if I am restating something from someone else. Here's the easy answer..she's 2! They dont necessarily ha...
- Here's my gut reaction to your post... I know that scolding and being sent to time out is commonplace, but from my experience, those things don't actually teach the ch...
- When Brookie hits, I do a physical restraint/big hug thing. Depending on the environment, I either hold her very tightly to my chest or face her out wrap my arms arou...
Is There Such a Thing as Discipline for an 18 Month Old?
Asked by R.N. from Boston
on September 24, 2009
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My 18 month old has been going through a "naughty" phase. I say this because she knows the things she is doing are wrong (i.e. throwing food at me, pulling my hair, pl...
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- Hi R., You know, my son is doing something similar, though not as many instances as you seem to be dealing with. Certainly, there is the game aspect going on here. ...
- Paula N is 100% right. At this age, your daughter is too young to control her impulses. She may know on some level that getting into the dog's dishes is wrong, but she...
- time to put your foot down, if she doesn't understand time out well she should start now. when she behaves like that take her to her room and tell her she has to sit t...
