by Michele Borba | Nov 29, 2012 | Discipline & Behavior, Self-Reliance and Agency, Selfish and Spoiled, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Parenting advice to curb irresponsibility, excuses and “blame games” and boost trustworthiness, accountability and kid responsibility Any of these sound familiar? “I forgot.” “Take care of this for me.” “It wasn’t my fault.” “I did some of it, but I left...
by Michele Borba | Nov 9, 2012 | Anger Management, Character and Moral Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Parenting, Stress, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Teaching kids to identify their body alarms and learn healthy ways to control anger “I tried to stay calm, but it was too late!” “I wish I could tell when I’m about to explode.” “Don’t keep telling me I’m going to lose all my...
by Michele Borba | Jun 13, 2012 | The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
21st century child-rearing approaches proving toxic to effective parenting and our kids’ emotional well-being From June Clever to Desperate Housewives Ah the joys of raising our next generation! Frankly, I can’t imagine any other job that is more challenging and...
by Michele Borba | Nov 8, 2011 | Self-Confidence, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Arming adopted kids with answers to those sometimes insensitive “Where’s your real mom?” “Didn’t your dad love you?” type queries For every parent who has adopted a child, I honor you. Adopting parents are a special breed and...
by Michele Borba | Nov 2, 2011 | The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Troubling data about bullying educators, parent and concerned adults must know. The first step to stopping the cruelty is knowledge. Get educated! Facts are from onlinecollege.org Bullying exists as more than just a buzzword these days: it’s a serious issue...
by Michele Borba | Oct 28, 2011 | Discipline & Behavior, Parenting, The Big Book of Parenting Solutions
Picky Eaters. Tantrums. Sleepless. Time out! Whining. Top questions moms asked me last week on Dr. Drew Lifechanger’s and my answers If you didn’t get the memo here is it is: There is no perfect parent. This I promise. We’re all in this extraordinary role of...
