Stop Your Child From Worrying, Manage Unsafe Behavior and Set Rules With 3 Simple Phrases
To respond to your child’s worry: Instead of telling your child not to worry: “Don’t worry about Sara, it’s no big deal to get your tonsils out.” Accept there feelings and say “even though you know”: “You seem upset about Sara being in the hospital. Even though you know, that getting your tonsils out is […]
Kids Online: What You Need To Know To Keep Them Safe
I just attended a highly informative and eye-opening lecture given by Philip Rosenthal, Computer and Internet Safety Expert. Back in the 1990’s, when the internet was just starting to become popular, Rosenthal designed and implemented the Computer Crime Unit for the Rockland County Sheriff’s Department, tracking and arresting computer based child abusers. As internet use […]
Selfish Behavior: The Key To Turning Your Child Around
I am having a hard time with my 7 year old daughter. Yesterday was particularly difficult. I made her a beautiful birthday party with the exact cake that she wanted. She has very generous grandparents and got all the presents she had asked for. After everyone left she had a major meltdown. She said she […]