How to respond to “I’m not going to college, and that’s final”

As a parent, there are few things more frustrating than hearing your child declare that they…

How to react to “You’re not taking this seriously!”

When someone accuses you of not taking a situation seriously, it can be frustrating and defensive.…

How to react to “I got a compliment from my teacher!”

When your child comes to you beaming with pride, exclaiming I got a compliment from my…

How to respond to “I’m so excited for my birthday party!”

When our little ones share their excitement with us, it’s essential to respond in a way…

How to celebrate “I learned how to ride a bike!”

The joy of witnessing your child’s milestones! One of the most exciting moments in parenting is…

What to say when they exclaim “I did it all by myself!”

Handling Conversations with Kids: Validate Their Accomplishments Without Ignoring Your Contribution As parents, we strive to…

What to say when they ask “Can I get a phone?”

As a parent, one of the most critical conversations you’ll have with your child is when…

What to say when they say “I’m afraid of the dark!”

As parents, we’ve all been there – our little ones are lying in bed, wide-eyed and…

How to respond to “I don’t like school”

As parents, we’ve all been there – our child comes home from school, drops their backpack…

What to say when they ask “Why not?!”

As parents, we’ve all been there – our kids ask us a question, and we respond…