Simple ways to boost gratitude in kids and learn to count their blessings 365 days a year! Happy Thanksgiving! There’s something about the Thanksgiving season that tunes up my “reflective switch” and makes me think a bit more about our children.  I worry that over the years we’ve removed ourselves a bit as a society [...]

What research says are best ways to curb a tantrum before, during and after the storm. The tips I shared on TODAY this morning Temper tantrums—those annoying kid wails and frails and meltdowns—are common. Studies show that almost 70 percent of young kids have them. Tantrums are equally as common in girls as in boys. [...]

Parenting advice that helps reduce little ones’ frustrations and temper those tantrums (work for grown-ups, too!) that I shared on Dr. Phil Did you know that research shows that the most active (and aggressive) time EVER in our lives is between the ages of two and four? Now you know why you’re tired! Toddlers are [...]

New study finds children as young as 2 and 3 can be depressed. Producers from the TV show, THE DOCTORS, asked me to share the signs of early depression and what parents should do if they suspect their child is depressed. Preschoolers? Depressed? Impossible!! Well, don’t be too sure. A recent study, funded by the [...]

Parenting advice to help kids learn to do household chores, boost responsibility muscles, and lend a hand without bickering Years ago I learned a parenting secret from my girlfriend that I’ll never forget. Cindy and I were busy chatting away when she glanced at the clock and suddenly announced to: “Chore time!” to her kids. [...]