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The activity helps children understand that things work in a sequential order. This activity also has a twist. You can use this activity in a way to teach better behaviors as well as indicated in the video. Learn more about the ABC of behaviors here: http://www.smarterparenting.com/lesson/view/begin-here-the-abcs-of-behavior ABC (Antecedent, Behavior and Consequence) activity to help children

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Some of the joys of childhood are going to school, participating in fun activities, and attending sporting events. However, a hectic pace can take a toll on a child. Here are some of the warning signs that indicate your child may be suffering from toxic stress and some preventative measures proven to be effective. Subscribe

How to NOT Raise Entitled and Ungrateful Kids! The Parenting Junkie talks about entitled kids and ungrateful kids. Almost every parent worries they are raising spoiled kids. Find yourself wondering how to not raise entitled kids? Start with gratitude for what you have. Instead of focusing on the gifts and more focus on connection and

Has your child been lying to you lately? If so, it might not be as big of a problem as you think. In this episode of Mom Docs, Dr. Dehra Harris, a Pediatric Psychiatrist with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, shares some insight on why children lie and what you can do about

Teach your children how improve and strengthen family relationships using the powerful activity. Visit http://www.smarterparenting.com and see all our parenting activities, tips and skills.

Join the Play Pandemic Challenge → https://theparentingjunkie.com/challenge THE MINIMALIST NEWBORN (THE ESSENTIALS YOU DON’T NEED) The Parenting Junkie has embraced the minimalist newborn. What are minimalist newborn essentials, you may ask. Let’s consider the minimalist newborn wardrobe and minimalist newborn must haves. Does a minimalist newborn diaper bag necessary? What does a minimalist newborn clothes

On the last installment of our special Mother’s Day MomDocs series, hear some final words from our special guests! Learn all the best parts of having a mom who’s also a doctor. Plus, learn why it can be hard (it’s impossible to fake sick!). Finally, one more time from the whole MomDocs team, Happy Mother’s

It’s common for parents to wonder, “What age should a child get a cellphone.” Giving a child is a difficult question to answer as there are so many factors that go into getting a child a mobile phone. http://www.smarterparenting.com/blog/single/what-age-should-a-child-get-a-cell-phone This video answer some of the considerations that parents should weigh when determining if kids having

What if I told you there was a SECRET to making the mundane household chores, a greater contributor to your peace at home? How we WASH DISHES can inform us a ton on how we approach our life. Can we experience mundane household chores on the sensory, spiritual, emotional level that brings us great joy,

Dr. Dehra Harris, Pediatric Psychiatrist with Washington University at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, gives advice on how to know if your child is ready for kindergarten. For parents, Dr. Harris explains, it is important to understand that there is nothing magical about the cutoff date for your child to start school. It is far more

Parenting child with ADHD can be overwhelming, but this video will help you understand how to address your child’s ADHD behavior through the use of behavioral skills. The skill of Observe and Describe is mainly something you as a parent will use. It will be helpful for your ADHD child as it helps them regulate

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“Don’t play with your food!” The reprimand still resonates in all our ears, I’m sure! It’s probably still inappropriate for a 6 year old to blow bubbles in his milk at the dinner table, but sometimes it is actually okay to allow – even encourage – a child to play with his or her food.

When to have the sex talk is a question that many parents have. We understand that for many parents having to give sex explanation for kids is uncomfortable and so many parents forgo having honest and frequent conversations talking about the birds and the bees. Instead of figuring out the right age to have the

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Your motherly instincts are in full swing by the time you bring your baby home from the hospital. New moms pour their heart and soul into taking care of their newborn. While newborns require a lot of love and attention, it is essential for new moms to prioritize their own health as well. Here are

Are your teens making poor decisions? We can help. Visit www.smarterparenting.com Smarter Parenting is a website with free lessons that help children learn to behave. We have free downloadable materials as well and hints, hacks and features for the modern day parent. The website also includes video tutorials for parents and children so they can

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