Parenting and the Use of Physical Force
In response to some excellent questions from a reader to the previous blog about engaging in “corrective violence,” this blog continues that... Read More
The Eight Stages Of Life When Change May Occur
According to Erik Erikson there are eight main stages in our lives and each one is characterized by its own conflict. These... Read More
Why Do Kids Like What They Like?
There are a lot of things about teaching kids to eat right that parents misunderstand. Here’s one: Despite excellent evidence that taste... Read More
Parenting and the Use of Corrective Violence
Because it has been in the news, a reporter asked: “What risks does harsh physical punishment on young children carry? Does it... Read More
Helping Children Survive Divorce: Three Critical Factors
What About the Exceptions? While the majority of children of divorce appear to be able to weather the storm, not all of... Read More
Talking to Children About Pregnancy & Infant Loss
In the winter of 2005, my second son was stillborn well into my third trimester. I had, at that time, a living... Read More