Want Your Kids to Listen? Be Clear With What you Want
We tend to talk TOO MUCH! We over explain. You have to go to bed because we have a busy day tomorrow. You have to go to school. If you don’t go to school you’ll miss too much school work, you’ll get behind. What do you want your child to do? What...
Why Visuals Work
My visuals are not magic, they are a gateway to building independence in your children and teens. It will take time and patience. You will have to be consistent and open minded. Your children want to do well, they just need the right tools to help them. We only retain...
This is Not What I Thought Having Kids Would Be Like
Some children are difficult. They are born difficult and struggle in life because of it. This is very tough as a parent. I have heard parents say “This is not what I thought having kids would be like.” They love their child, but they really struggle with...
My Kids NEVER Do as They are Told
If your children struggle with task initiation, organization, and follow through this chart can help. Have clear expectations for your children. A visual is necessary and a reward or motivator can help. A reward is not a bribe when done correctly. Talk about what you...
Meet Michelle
I’m a child life specialist, a family and corporate consultant, speaker, TV host, author, wife and mother.
