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Comment on What to do When You’re Overwhelmed with an ADHD Child by Lisa

Lisa — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 19:20:14 +0000

In reply to Christina Creps. Thank you for writing this, it actually made me feel emotional to read the words and realise how I'm feeling.

Comment on Unconditional Love: 10 Surprising Ways Your Child Needs You to Show It by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:52:58 +0000

In reply to Daniel Ciminise. Thanks so much for your kind words and so glad it resonated!

Comment on The Real Reason Your Toddler is Acting Like a Maniac by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:52:05 +0000

In reply to Rebecca Hughes. Have you tried any non-punitive strategies to help correct his behavior and to teach better behavior? For many kids shouting and timeouts cause emotional shutting down and a fracture in the parent-child attachment. I have many resources on my site for positive parenting strategies that are based on how a child's brain works & learns as opposed to outdated parenting approaches that are ineffective for many kids. Have you been able to notice any patterns to when he becomes aggressive?

Comment on 10 Secrets of Effective Discipline with the Strong Willed Child by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 19:48:21 +0000

In reply to sara. Of course! So glad it was helpful!

Comment on 10 Secrets of Effective Discipline with the Strong Willed Child by sara

sara — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 06:28:08 +0000

this is amazing and helpful too. Thanks for sharing this one.

Comment on The Real Reason Your Toddler is Acting Like a Maniac by Rebecca Hughes

Rebecca Hughes — Tue, 28 Jun 2022 19:36:04 +0000

I am at my wits end with my 3 year old. He smashes my house up daily and finds it amusing. No amount of time outs or shouting stops him he only seems to get worse, he had smashed our 3rd £1000 tv in 18months and I have a newborn in September. The walls are caving in around me,.. litterally! My older two kids aren’t like this. Someone please help.

Comment on Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child: the one mistake you want to avoid by actually, EQ was my top prio | Báthory, She Who Bathes in Milk or Blood

actually, EQ was my top prio | Báthory, She Who Bathes in Milk or Blood — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:15:19 +0000

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Comment on Unconditional Love: 10 Surprising Ways Your Child Needs You to Show It by Daniel Ciminise

Daniel Ciminise — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:56:10 +0000

This blog is spot on! What really caught my attention was the section of “Stop taking their behavior personally” The title here says it all. Every child goes through their own set of emotions and us as parents need to be there to nurture them with whatever they are going through. We cant take it personal that they are doing things out of spite. Your statement, “Setting aside your own emotional experience to consider your child’s experience and support their needs in that moment” We as adults should put ourselves in their shoes to better process what they are going through and we need to be more understanding. Thank you for sharing and will be looking forward to reading additional content!

Comment on Unconditional Love: 10 Surprising Ways Your Child Needs You to Show It by Make My Kid Star

Make My Kid Star — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:50:48 +0000

Thanks for telling us about the Unconditional Love for kids. Keep on writting these wonderful articles.

Comment on The Best Mindset for Parenting a Strong-Willed, Highly Emotional Child by Dianne

Dianne — Fri, 20 May 2022 04:16:02 +0000

In reply to Stacey. Hi Stacey, The older of my 2 boys was like that. He was bored in primary school and I could have given him an Encyclopaedia to answer his constant questions. He’s nearly 52 and brilliant, loving and successful in his life and a joy!

Comment on 125 Positive Affirmations for Kids to Skyrocket Strength, Confidence and Self-Love by Wellkind

Wellkind — Wed, 18 May 2022 20:30:45 +0000

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Comment on What to do When Your Angry Child Refuses Coping Strategies by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 19:48:58 +0000

In reply to Julie. Hi Julie:) If she gets more agitated when you approach, she's telling you she's already too far down the 'emotional rabbit hole' and needs to de-escalate before any verbal exchange will be helpful. She has already lost most access to her prefrontal cortex, or thinking brain, at that point, so the only option is to safely take space until everyone is back to baseline. Practicing how to handle this when everyone is calm is very helpful to have a 'go-to' plan in the moment. Another great option is to have a code word or hand signal she gives you, when she needs space. Have you tried any of these things?

Comment on Mindfulness with Kids: 8 Life-Changing Benefits for Brain and Behavior by Mindfulness Activities for Kids: Free & Simple Fall-Themed Printables

Mindfulness Activities for Kids: Free & Simple Fall-Themed Printables — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 03:45:31 +0000

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Comment on What to do When Your Angry Child Refuses Coping Strategies by Julie

Julie — Thu, 11 Nov 2021 02:56:56 +0000

You wrote “…open the door to intervening while your child is still able to practice some level of cognitive flexibility in order to receive support and go in another direction with their big emotions.” The problem IS, the moment I start to speak calmly to my child, she gets more agitated & starts to raise her voice, and become ruder. I can’t intervene at the “correct” timing, Angela. At times, I do get angry with her & my tone of voice becomes very firm. And this triggers her to misbehave even more. Help!

However there are times, I will my best to continue to speak calmly to her, difficult as it may be, but she just continues to retaliate and I feel she is taking advantage of me/ pushing the envelope to see how far she can go.
How can I improve the situation? She is my only child.

Comment on 60 Fun and Calming Activities to Make Bedtime Unbelievably Easy by Here's what your child’s behaviour may mean

Here's what your child’s behaviour may mean — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 13:31:51 +0000

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Comment on 10 Strong Willed Child Characteristics and How They’ll Pay off in Adulthood by Natalje

Natalje — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 08:10:51 +0000

I felt like you were describing my four year old son! I noticed his strong-willed traits when he was two. Sleep has always been a struggle especially naps. I use to dread putting him to nap because I saw the tantrum ahead. He used to cry for three hours until he got what he wanted as a baby. Sleep training was a nightmare! He is very persistent and outspoken as a toddler. I felt like nobody understood what I was dealing with when he was two. “It’s just terrible twos.” Nope! Patience, routine, and approach with him is so important! Not only is he strong-willed but he has high energy and very strong for his age. Being pregnant and trying to deal with his tantrum, outburst left me very emotional and being home during the pandemic definitely added to the stress level. I’m learning how to parent my child better and it’s comforting to know that I’m not alone.

Comment on 6 Signs Your Child has Officially Entered the Pre-teen Years by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:25:31 +0000

In reply to Maggie. So happy to hear this. Thanks so much for the feedback and for reading:)

Comment on 10 Simple Everyday Ways to Improve a Child’s Behavior and Mood by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:25:08 +0000

In reply to Therese!. Love this, thanks so much for taking time to leave this feedback. So glad it was helpful for you:)

Comment on 10 Simple Everyday Ways to Improve a Child’s Behavior and Mood by Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach

Angela Pruess LMFT, Child Therapist + Parent Coach — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 20:21:58 +0000

In reply to Melissa. Keeping her fed every few hours and making sure she has protein at each meal:) Thanks for reading!

Comment on 60 Fun and Calming Activities to Make Bedtime Unbelievably Easy by Bedtime is a Great Nonthreatening Communication Time - MC Rolston

Bedtime is a Great Nonthreatening Communication Time - MC Rolston — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:02:57 +0000

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