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How to Get Toddlers to Listen Without Yelling, Bribing or Threats
As a big believer in positive living, once I became a mom I naturally gravitated towards positive parenting. However, even with the best intentions, we noticed that we started to yell at times to get our rambunctious toddler boy to listen and even started using bribes (If you get dressed and be good, I will give you a treat) and threats (If you don’t listen right now you are going into time out). These seem to work in the moment, but the behaviour never improved. It was like a cycle continuing over and over and the more our son didn’t listen, the more frustrated we got. Turns out, trying to get our kids to listen with yelling, bribing or threats has more negative effects on a child’s behaviour, which is clearly counterproductive. I thought there had to be a better way. And there is.Negative Effects of Yelling, Bribes...
5 Things To Do With Your Toddler For Under $5
Hi guys, Thanks for dropping by to Axel Adventures toy talk! Today were going to share five easy things to to that will hold your child's attention for at least 10-15 minutes (in our book thats a real win with any kids under 5!) 1) MAKE PLAY DOUGH AT HOME Its super easy to do and it likely you will have everything you need already in your pantry. You can get your child to help you pour the ingredients into the bowl & swish some things around to help you make it AND your play dough can last up to 6 months which is a real win! Ingredients 1 cup flour 2 tsp cream of tartar 1/2 cup salt 1 tbsp cooking oil Olive oil or vegetable oil 1 cup water food coloring Instructions 1) In a large bowl, combine all of your dry ingredients (flour, salt,...
How Can You Keep In Touch With Children You Love During Social Distancing?
Hi Everyone, Thank you for dropping into our blog! Firstly we want to take a moment to send out our wishes for your best health & for the health of your families in this strange new world we find ourselves! Many people may realise that they are in the "High risk" category or simply know they are prone to falling unwell (immune issues prehaps) It may be a troubling time when you realise you may not be able to see the children that you hold most precious to you. Its so critical for us all to feel connected to our families & friends, to give us energy & encouragement that it will be ok. Or mental health being so important to our overall well being & immune system too! We wanted to list a few suggestions of how to stay connected with those little humans you love most ...
No more play dates? Ways for kids to stay connected during social distancing
It may seem obvious that once schools are closed, play dates should end too. After all, kids can spread germs within any four walls. Still, parents not sure what to do with their children now that they're home all day every day might be tempted to get together with "just a few friends." But the American Academy of Pediatrics warns against it. Dr. Sean O'Learly, a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics committee on infectious diseases, told "Good Morning America" in-person get togethers are discouraged. Playgrounds, he said, are sadly also not a good idea. So what are kids missing their friends to do? For older kids who have smartphones and already live much of their lives on social media, the lack of in-person contact may not have the same effect as on a kid who is plenty old enough for true friendships, but not old enough...
The Secret Power of FREE Play
he following story is excerpted from TIME’s special edition, The Science of Childhood. Nothing is as natural as a child at play. After a month of little more than eating and sleeping, infants begin to engage in play with their parents and the world around them. Left alone, young children will launch into imaginary play, inventing characters and stories. Put together with peers, children will almost instinctually organize games and activities. Play is so basic to childhood that it is seen even among children in the most dire conditions, in prisons and concentration camps. It is so important to the well-being of children that the United Nations recognizes it as a fundamental human right, on par with the rights to shelter and education. And until recently, American children—finally free from working in the fields or in a factory, as children long had— were allowed to play on their own....
Jul 19, 2021
How to Get Toddlers to Listen Without Yelling, Bribing or Threats
As a big believer in positive living, once...
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Jul 19, 2021
5 Things To Do With Your Toddler For Under $5
Hi guys, Thanks for dropping by to Axel...
Post by Nart Studio nz Admin
Jul 19, 2021
How Can You Keep In Touch With Children You Love During Social Distancing?
Hi Everyone, Thank you for dropping into our...
Post by Nart Studio nz Admin
Jul 19, 2021
No more play dates? Ways for kids to stay connected during social distancing
It may seem obvious that once schools are...
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