Parents Tip of the Day show

Parents Tip of the Day

Summary: The mom and dad struggle is real. Here’s your daily parenting tip from the experts at Parents.com and Parents magazine, whether you have a baby, toddler or bigger kid.

Podcasts:

 You’re not destined to have a chaotic household just because you have kids. Take an hour each week to meet with your partner to go over bills, to-do lists, and calendars so everyone is on the same page. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 506

https://www.parents.com/parenting/moms/housekeeping/secrets-of-an-organized-family/.

 Mom-guilt ends here. This perspective on apologizing will change the way you think about your child’s behavior. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 378

Mom-guilt ends here. This perspective on apologizing will change the way you think about your child’s behavior.

 You want your kid to be happy but you also want to raise a grateful adult. Instead of apologizing for life’s disappointment, try empathizing with your child’s feelings and then help her accept the situation. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 436

You want your kid to be happy but you also want to raise a grateful adult. Instead of apologizing for life’s disappointment, try empathizing with your child’s feelings and then help her accept the situation.

 Sometimes it can feel like your toddler only cares about themselves, but that’s okay! At this age, they don’t quite understand empathy and other’s feelings. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 134

https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/everything-kids/science-explains-why-toddlers-dont-care-about-you-or-anyone/.

 When your little one starts comparing themselves to others, it can hurt their confidence. Try understanding why they feel that way and redirecting their feelings. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 240

When your little one starts comparing themselves to others, it can hurt their confidence. Try understanding why they feel that way and redirecting their feelings.

 Struggling to get your kid to listen? Try an empowering approach. Explain why you’re asking something of them or offer a choice, instead of just issuing a command. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 536

https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/advice/5-empowering-ways-to-get-your-kids-to-listen/.

 Moving houses or buying new furniture can seem like no big deal but any change, big or small, can have an impact on your child. When changes come, make sure to check in with your child and see how they’re feeling. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 372

https://www.parents.com/health/healthy-happy-kids/everyday-situations-that-seem-like-no-big-deal-but-can-be-traumatic-for-kids/.

 In a food-saturated world, how do you teach your kids balance and moderation? To start, don’t be too uptight with sweets. If you’re too controlling on portion control, it can leave your kid wanting more and more. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 274

In a food-saturated world, how do you teach your kids balance and moderation? To start, don’t be too uptight with sweets. If you’re too controlling on portion control, it can leave your kid wanting more and more.

 You’ve done all the right things but your toddler still acts out, so what’s the deal? He may just be acting his age! Oftentimes, we set our expectations too high for their age. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 430

https://www.parents.com/kids/discipline/strategies/is-your-child-acting-out-or-just-acting-his-age/.

 If you’re looking for more fun in your family, try celebrating the little things and look for excuses to add a dose of silliness to otherwise ordinary weeks | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 638

If you’re looking for more fun in your family, try celebrating the little things and look for excuses to add a dose of silliness to otherwise ordinary weeks

 How Your Parenting Style Is Influenced by Your Birth Order | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 472

How Your Parenting Style Is Influenced by Your Birth Order: Did you grow up the bossy firstborn? Or maybe the youngest of the bunch? According to experts, your place in line just may predict who you’re destined to be as parent.

 Picky eater parents, this is for you! Don’t be too quick to cross a food off you kid’s list. Kids can reject foods they previously loved for a variety of reasons. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 629

Picky eater parents, this is for you! Don’t be too quick to cross a food off you kid’s list. Kids can reject foods they previously loved for a variety of reasons.

 Do you have a naughty imaginary friend on your hands? Instead of kicking him to the curb, talk to your child about their friend’s behavior and how to help him make better choices. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 254

Do you have a naughty imaginary friend on your hands? Instead of kicking him to the curb, talk to your child about their friend’s behavior and how to help him make better choices.

 When it comes to rewards, stick to stickers, little toys, or even quarters. Using foods, and pitting foods against each other, could backfire. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 152

https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/advice/heres-why-you-should-never-use-food-as-a-reward/.

 When it comes to discipline, don’t forget to take your child’s feelings into account. You don’t want to put their self-esteem at risk. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 536

When it comes to discipline, don’t forget to take your child’s feelings into account. You don’t want to put their self-esteem at risk.

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