Dr. Anthony Kane wrote an article called "The Seven Keys to Child Obedience."  I hope you find it helpful.   more »

Deborah Critzer-Fox, Parenting Editore of Positive Parenting Newsletter, wrote an article about 9 Ways to Make Waiting Fun.

You can read her entire article by clicking on the link above.  For those of you who don't like to read, here are her suggestions:

• Ask your child to make up a silly, outrageous story about why the waitress is taking so long to deliver the meal, or what caused the traffic jam.
• Hold up an ordinary item such as a pencil or spoon. Have the child suggest unusual uses for the object.
• Take turns singing as many songs as you know that have a color in the song. Example: Rudolf the RED nose reindeer, The YELLOW Rose of Texas, BLUE Suede shoes, etc.
• Ask your child to close their eyes and describe what you are wearing.
• Ask your child to list 10 things found in a dentist office, car ...   more »

Shannon Miller, a mother of five, wrote an article about how to keep your childrenI keep children’s wondering minds from making the household utter disaster.  She shares suggestions that will help keep children’s wondering minds from making the household utter disaster like hers once were.   more »

Jim Fay wrote a wonderful article for parents on how to use enforcable statements with your children so you're in control instead of them.  The ideas are simple and easy to use.  Enjoy.   more »