“I hate you!” Really? Did you hear that right? No – can’t be. But, actually… you did hear that right. That little person, your child, just yelled at you and said “I hate you”. How, and in what moral universe, … Continued
This week, I recorded a podcast where I talk about the interactions I’ve had with parents who took the time to personally respond to my recent blogs on Stress in Young Children. I talk about 3 separate conversations I had … Continued
The way you raise your boy now will strongly impact the kind of father they will become. Have you ever wondered about how your father became the way that he is? Last week, I had an experience that confirmed with me what I’ve observed to be true … Continued
Remember life before children? You’d see a child screaming in the supermarket and you said… “I’d never let my child do that!” Or you’d hear a parent say “If you just sit quietly for a few more minutes I’ll buy … Continued
When it comes to caring for a baby, I’m always amazed how moms are surprised that other moms are having the same experiences. This past week I was the guest presenter at a Parents’ Support Group. They wanted me to … Continued
The issue of “spoiling a child” is obsessive in our culture. And now, seeing as it’s summer, a lot of people have family visiting. So even though the weather is lovely, moms have been telling me they are having a tough time … Continued
“Don’t be such a momma’s boy.” “Careful you don’t turn her into a daddy’s girl.” When it comes to the development of young children, there is such a strong push in our culture to force kids to be independent, even … Continued
When it comes to toddler behaviour, have you ever wondered why it is sometimes referred to as the Terrible Twos? This week, I recorded a podcast where I explain the various aspects of a toddler’s development and why it’s so important for … Continued
From time to time I am asked to give presentations to new parents. I love meeting new parents and helping to answer their questions. This week, I have been asked by a local parent support group to talk about Attachment … Continued
I’ve been around a lot of babies and children over the last 30 years. And when it comes to describing what I’ve seen in their individual development, the word “fascinating” comes to my mind. Why fascinating? Because each and every … Continued