What Is Positive Discipline? Positive Discipline is a parenting approach developed by Dr. Jane Nelsen. At its core, it’s about raising capable, responsible, and respectful children without punishment, yelling, or bribing. Instead of focusing on control or fear, Positive Discipline emphasizes two powerful principles: Kindness – Staying connected, empathetic, and respectful. Firmness – Setting clear and consistent boundaries. The result? Children who learn cooperation, proble

We’ve all had those mornings — the ones that seem to unravel before we’ve even had our first sip of coffee.Someone refuses to get dressed, someone else can’t find their shoes, and suddenly the calm, connected parent you wanted  to be… is nowhere to be found. I have those mornings too.And here’s the truth: that doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’re human. Step 1: Reset Yourself First When everything starts falling apart, your first instinct might be to fix your child’s b

Parenting can sometimes feel like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle on a tightrope. You want to keep your little ones safe, happy, and well-behaved, but the chaos of daily life often has other plans. That’s where positive discipline techniques come in—a way to guide your children with kindness, respect, and a sprinkle of humour, rather than yelling or punishment. Trust me, I’ve been there, and learning these techniques has been a game-changer. Why Posi

Your 9-year-old left his/her brand-new, expensive shoes outside, and now they're soaked from the rain. Your first instinct might be to ground them, yell, or take away their tablet. You want them to learn a lesson, right? But what if there was a more effective way to teach responsibility without the power struggles, the resentment, or the feeling that you're constantly the "bad cop"? This is where Natural and Logical Consequences , a cornerstone of Positive Discipline, transfo

If you’ve ever found yourself refereeing a shouting match over the last slice of pizza or mediating a dispute about who gets the front seat, you’re not alone. Sibling rivalry is like an uninvited guest who shows up at family gatherings and refuses to leave. It’s a classic challenge that can test even the most patient parent. But fear not! Managing sibling conflicts doesn’t have to feel like you’re juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle. With a sprinkle of empathy, a

Are your evenings dominated by debates about socks, screen time, or the exact placement of a fork? If every simple request to your 8-to-11-year-old is met with a weary "Why?" or a defiant "That's not fair!", you’re likely exhausted and feeling undermined. You're dealing with a power struggle , and it’s one of the most common, yet draining, challenges for parents of older children. The good news? It’s not a sign your child is manipulative or disrespectful. It's a sign they are