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Category Archives: Difficult Child
Ring in Peace

Ring in peace — literally. I gifted myself early this year with these seemingly magical chimes. Called ZENERGY chimes, these chimes are so well crafted that the tone resonates with perfect clarity and seem to have the effect of cleansing … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Difficult Child, Discipline, For You, Heidi, Life is Better With..., Me Time, The Moms
Tagged Bedtime, chimes, discipline, peace, peaceful children, Zen
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House Rules: Discipline Responses that Work

see original publication If you liked this post, you might also like:Class Halloween Party–Guts & Stuff Tactile Station Helping with your elementary school aged child’s class Halloween Party? A popular activity for the Halloween parties at our school are the … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Cheri, Difficult Child, Discipline, For You, Goals, Relationships, The Moms, Uncategorized
Tagged discipline, negative behavior, positive behavior, positive responses, whining
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Step Back!

This post is for anyone who is dealing with a difficult child. All kids have difficult moments, but if your child has impulsive anger issues and massive tantrums at an inappropriate age (5+ probably) then this may help you. For … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Children, Difficult Child, Discipline, Family, Janae, The Moms
Tagged ADHD, anger, anger management, calm, difficult child, discipline, fight or flight, step back, stress, temper, temper tantrum
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A Sleep-Saver for New Moms
Motherhood is a big job. It takes a lot of energy and, unfortunately, sometimes when we need sleep the most, we’re deprived of it. I have lots of friends that just had babies and the number one complaint I hear … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Children, Difficult Child, Family, Janae, The Moms
Tagged babywise, infant, motherhood, newborn, sleep, sleep aid, sleep through the night, sleep training
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To Do List

The image says it all. A great “to do” list that becomes a “to be” list. Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Cheri, Difficult Child, Family, Finding a Balance, For You, Goals, Love, Marriage & Spouse, Me Time, Relationships, The Moms
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We’re Raising Kids, Not {Fill in the Blanks}

Several weeks ago, my husband and I were getting things ready for a little road trip we were taking to pick up our girls from grandma’s house. We wanted to bring a movie for them to watch in the car, … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Cheri, Children, Difficult Child, Discipline, Family, Relationships, The Moms
Tagged children, confidence, important, priorities, self esteem, self-worth, what matters most
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Helping a Difficult Child

As early as age 1, I knew that my third child would be different than my other 2. Sure, we all know that kids are unique, each one with a different personality. But, never had I expected the challenge that … Continue reading
Posted in Challenges, Children, Difficult Child, Family, Janae, The Moms
Tagged anger, child, difficult, lesson, parenting, tips, zone
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The “Talk It Out” System

When your kids aren’t getting along, follow these simple steps to help then Talk it Out. Continue reading
Sleep Solution for a Busy Child

My wonderful three year old is a busy girl. She has been extremely active since being in the womb. When I was expecting her, I used to think she may possibly be having seizures inside me because she was moving … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Cheri, Children, Difficult Child, Family, The Moms
Tagged music, not falling asleep, sleep, sleep aid, sleep problems, sleep props, sleep solution
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Positive Parenting 101: The Power of Praise

The concept of praising our kids isn’t a new one. And it probably isn’t new to us either. I know my mom has often told us about how important it is to praise our kids. So why is it so … Continue reading
Posted in All Writers, Challenges, Cheri, Children, Difficult Child, Discipline, Family, For You, Goals, Relationships, The Moms
Tagged correction, discipline, parenting, positive behavior, Positive Discipline, praise
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