Marie C. Foster

The key to negotiation is to let the child make a decision, but to keep the cards in your hand by giving them a few acceptable options and then letting them make a choice.

The problem with this mindset is that when we are too strict with kids, we do not teach them empathy, compassion, and understanding. A

You must be strict, but you also must care enough that your toddler understands that the rules you set forth are for their best interest.

If you do not talk to your toddler and do not understand how they are feeling, you cannot give them the guidance they need to deal with their emotions

when you hit your toddler, you are sending the message that hitting is okay and encouraging their aggressive behavior.

it is important that you do not constantly give them gifts for good behavior.