We see this question a lot from parents and I totally get it!
With so much free information at your fingertips, it’s completely reasonable to ask “How much should I pay for an online parenting class?”
The truth is, every family has different needs and financial circumstances. So, the answer to “how much you SHOULD pay” will look different for everyone.
However, if you are looking for an online parenting class as a way to transform your family, I can help you understand what factors will affect the cost.
In order to make an informed decision about purchasing an online parenting course, let’s first look at the elements that make up an online course.
A Guest Post from Amanda Salzhauer & Dr. Dale Atkins
Do you ever remember hearing a friend or relative complain that their kids are too kind?
No, neither do we.
Kindness is one of those qualities that we can never have enough of.
There are so many reasons that kindness is important. At its essence, kindness allows us to develop awareness of and sensitivity to others. Having concern for others and being able to show that concern through our thoughts and actions helps us feel connected to the people and world around us.
When we use the word kindness, we are referring to several, specific behaviors. Let’s think of them as the “kindness-ecities”: Read More →
We’ve all seen it. Experienced it. Sometimes painfully – a complete display of obnoxious behavior by someone else’s kid.
Maybe in a checkout line. Or the candy aisle. Or at a school event or party.
For most of us, it takes a lot of willpower to not take over and manage the situation. Divvy out some discipline. Give that child a piece of your mind.
Of course, you don’t. Because that would be inappropriate and awkward. There are boundaries to respect, after all.
However, there are two scenarios when it is appropriate to intervene:
1. If the Child is in Danger
If a child is in immediate danger, then of course, you should intervene swiftly and without hesitation.
This applies to a child running into a street, playing with a dangerous object, or doing something that is unequivocally unsafe.
However, this doesn’t necessarily apply if a kid is extending himself on a playground–attempting physical challenges that some parents may deem unsafe. If the child’s parent is present and watching, then you can confidently default to their comfort level when it comes to their child’s acrobatic stunts.
2. If the Child is Under Your “Watch”
In this case, you must still act with extreme care.
In a situation where you are hosting a play date or babysitting another child, here are a few ways to set yourself up for success…
Define the Parameters
Ask the child’s parent to share any house rules THEY have for their children, and then ask how they’d like you to handle discipline if those rules are broken.
Gauge the parent’s temperament on how they handle discipline. Naturally, if the other parent’s form of discipline is outside what you believe to be appropriate or respectful, keep to your Positive Parenting strategies.
Talk About YOUR House Rules (and the Consequences for not Following Them)
Example – When guest children are not playing gently with the toys:
First remind all the kids what “gentle playing” looks like, then explain that if they can’t be gentle, they’ll lose the privilege to play with that toy.
Example – Hitting or fighting
After you calm the situation, brainstorm ways to peacefully resolve the problem. If the hitting or fighting continues, explain that the play date will end, and they can try again another time.
Gain Agreement
Ask the children to repeat back the play date rules and the consequences so everyone is on the same page.
Stay Calm and Carry On
If things go south, respond calmly and focus on solutions to solve the problem. If you have to follow through with a previously revealed consequence, do so without frustration or lecturing.
Communication is Everything
If you do have to implement a consequence, share that with the other parent so she/he hears your version of the story.
Lastly, remember that when we see a child having a meltdown in the aisle or misbehaving, there’s probably a backstory we
don’t know. Maybe she’s overly tired, hungry, or having a bad day.
Just like we’ve had our “less than glowing” moments as parents, our own kids have probably shown their less-than-angelic
sides in public! Be kind in your comments about other children, and encourage your kids to be kind as well.
With your kids and others, keep the lines of communication open and set the boundaries that make sense for your family. When we lead by example, good things happen!
Final Thoughts
I know it can be tricky when you’re navigating friendships with discipline, but the Positive Parenting strategies I teach are effective for all children and won’t leave a sour taste in another parent’s mouth should you intervene.
If you’d like to learn more discipline strategies that actually work I’d love for you to JOIN ME FOR A FREE ONLINE CLASS at a time that’s convenient for you.
I’ll teach you how to get your kids to listen without yelling or losing control.
As always, we’re wishing you all the best on your parenting journey, and we are here for you when you need us!
A thirteen-year-old girl comes to me week after week with a litany of complaints about social media. She doesn’t like the
way her friends act on Instagram. She doesn’t like it when people unfollow her because they’re mad about something,
only to follow her again a few hours later. She’s hurt when she isn’t called out as part of the group, and she hates
it when she sees the group photos from weekend plans she wasn’t invited to.
Mean comments maker her uncomfortable.The truth is, she doesn’t like who she is or how she acts on social media. She wishes it didn’t exist.
A Guest Post from Jessica Braider, CEO of The Scramble
A few months ago, my family started a new tradition: making dinner together on Sunday evenings. We don’t do it every Sunday, but we do it quite often.
When we forget, the reminder for us to make it happen almost always comes from one of our two boys.
I wish I could say their desire to cook is due to their passion for cooking (they both like it fine, but Legos, playing outside, and drawing are definitely preferred) or because of my Mary Poppins-like ability to make every activity fun.
But, to be totally honest, I think it’s due to a combination of a natural curiosity about food on their part and a lot of hard work and letting go on mine.
With all that’s in the news lately about sexual harassment, we know it’s a tricky topic for a lot of parents to discuss
with their kids. To help you with the scripts and tips, we’ve asked our favorite Childhood Sexuality Expert, Amy
Lang, to share her wisdom…
Suddenly the news is full of stories about sexual harassment and your kids may hear this phrase regularly over the next several
months. Even if you have been very careful about your child’s media exposure, not every parent is, and kids may talk
to each other – especially about something with the word “sex” in it.
Is it possible to talk to a child about sexual harassment when they may not even know about sex? Sure. However, the longer
you avoid the topic of sex in general, the higher the likelihood your child will hit up the internet for information.
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A Guest Post from Amanda Salzhauer & Dr. Dale Atkins
With all that’s in the news lately about sexual harassment, we know it’s a tricky topic for a lot of parents to discuss
