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Authoritarianism Starts at Home

Authoritarianism Starts at Home

by smaclaughlin | Nov 8, 2020 | cooperation, family, positive parenting

It has been a difficult time. I could be talking about the past week, few months, year, or entire presidential term. If you are suddenly feeling like I should stick with parenting and not “get political” kindly see yourself out. Everything is political,...
Time for a Parenting Upgrade {book review}

Time for a Parenting Upgrade {book review}

by smaclaughlin | Jun 28, 2018 | books, brain development, communication, cooperation, discipline, emotional intelligence, positive parenting, problem-solving

Three Simple Steps. Can it really be so easy? In a word: yes. First off, I LOVE that this book makes many positive assumptions about children: Your child is capable. She wants to listen and learn. He’s wired for empathy. She wants to help. He wants to feel like...
The Myth of the ADHD Child {book excerpt}

The Myth of the ADHD Child {book excerpt}

by smaclaughlin | Aug 31, 2017 | ADHD, books, brain development, cooperation, self-regulation

I hope you enjoy this excerpt from the newly released book from Thomas Armstrong, PhD, The Myth of the ADHD Child: 101 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Behavior and Attention Span Without Drugs, Labels, or Coercion. It’s a goldmine of helpful information! Read...
A Strategic Look at Parenting

A Strategic Look at Parenting

by smaclaughlin | Nov 1, 2016 | connection parenting, cooperation, emotional intelligence, gratitude, parenting

I have been lucky enough to be involved in many great projects, and have been on several amazing teams in my life. From board member at a small perinatal and parenting nonprofit (Birth Roots), to director at a community-based organization (The Center for Parenting and...
When Getting Your Kids to Pitch in a Little is a Big Problem {guest post}

When Getting Your Kids to Pitch in a Little is a Big Problem {guest post}

by smaclaughlin | Aug 30, 2016 | books, communication, cooperation, discipline

I hope you enjoy the following post by Parenting Educator and Author Amy McCready! Funny how when your kids want to do something – play a game, watch a show, or capture a Pokémon in the latest app craze, there is no limit to the energy or time they can find to make it...
What Is Positive Parenting? {book review}

What Is Positive Parenting? {book review}

by smaclaughlin | Aug 16, 2016 | books, communication, connection parenting, cooperation, hope for the future, mindfulness, modeling

Lucky me! I get to read a LOT of great parenting books. Not everyone feels this way, I know, but here’s what I love most about reading them: more examples, testimonials, and belief in seeing children in a new way. And that, my friends, is what Positive Parenting...
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