There is a difference between being present and being available. Just because you are there, does not mean that your child knows that you are available for him/her to approach and talk to you. So often parents become frustrated that their children (especially teenagers) will not talk to them, yet the children tend to have […]
As infants turn into toddlers, they begin to have their own thoughts, ideas, and motivations. One of the most challenging things for parents is the child’s new use of the word “No.” Why is “No” one of the first words for most children? It is likely because it is the most common word they hear. […]