The only two things you need to be a successful parent
Is There a Secret to Successful Parenting? Over the years I’ve had more people than you would think ask me if there’s some particular thing they can do to ensure …
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Teaching kids to be nice
Everyone wants nice kids and as parents, we’re acutely aware of those moments of awkwardness when our child behaves in a way that makes us red faced and want to …
Why its okay to be a bad parent sometimes
I’m going to share with you a little something I’m not proud of: I bet you’ve never even heard of. It’s called the ‘parenting wobble.’ Having a parenting wobble might …
Why it isn’t our jobs to make our kids happy all the time
If you give a child a toy they want, they will be happy. All parents want their children to be happy, but I want to argue that the all encompassing idea …
Parenting Styles: Why giving younger kids a household vote won’t work
I love democracy. In fact I’m a huge fan. I cannot imagine not having any input in what goes on around me, even though that input seems to effect less social …
The only way to stop you from raising a picky eater
Having picky eaters can drive any parent insane. There is nothing worse than being faced with a child who won’t for whatever reason, eat. Even if they’re normal on the growth chart, …
Why picky eating isn’t about the food and how to help
How To Cure Your Picky Eating Toddler. Do you have a toddler or a three year old that won’t eat anything except yogurt and chips? Would you like to know …
One simple reason why your child isn’t listening to you
Isn’t it amazing how words like ‘ice cream’ or ‘park,’ or anything else that strikes kids as fun are heard right away. While anything boring, like it’s time to clean …
The only way to offer your toddler choice to stop those meltdowns
I have to say I love having lots of choice. If I find a great top and it only comes in one colour, I’m disappointed. If it comes with tons …
How do I stop my child from biting or pinching?
Annie the Nanny has a wealth of experience, and she has given some solutions to the age old problem of your child biting or pinching others. A new stage of …