by Smarter Parenting | Mar 20, 2018 | Blogs, Others
5 keys for raising emotionally healthy children Raising emotionally healthy children is a common desire all parents strive for. But what does being “emotionally healthy” actually mean? Answering this question can help in addressing the emotional needs of a child and...
by Smarter Parenting | Mar 19, 2018 | Blogs, Others
Using Parenting classes to make you a better parent Before I was a parent, I had all sorts of ideas about how to raise children. My children were going to be adorable: the happy children that never threw tantrums over the (cruelly placed) giant lollipops at the...
by Smarter Parenting | Mar 16, 2018 | Blogs, Others
Using chore charts and age appropriate chores Chore charts. A quick search online will yield an almost limitless supply of colorful printables, ideas for positive rewards, and lists of age appropriate chores. However, even though there is plenty of information on the...
by Smarter Parenting | Feb 21, 2018 | Blogs, Others
Help for anxiety | Using Decision Making skills to help your anxious child Anxiety is the anticipation of a future threat and one’s ability to cope with that threat. Throughout childhood it is normal to experience some anxiety about upcoming changes, unknown...
by Smarter Parenting | Feb 20, 2018 | Blogs, Others
Three things I learned when communicating with kids The Skill of Effective Communication is used in all of the other skills taught by Smarter Parenting. This one skill can help you connect more effectively with your children, spouse, and others. It is not easy and...
by Smarter Parenting | Feb 15, 2018 | Blogs, Others
What is therapy | What to expect What is therapy and what should parents expect from children going to therapy? We answer these questions below and provide suggestions for parents to help them find the best treatment for their child. What is therapy Therapy is a...
