The Gentle Parenting Book: How to raise calmer, happier children from birth to seven

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That when the parent is doing all the GP things and it’s still not working, that the child needs to go to a therapist and likely has undiagnosed mental health issues. I’m all for therapy, but it just doesn’t make sense to me that such a huge number of kids being gentle parented need therapy…sounds more like a problem with the parenting method. Have you ever noticed a family with happy kids and parents who seem to never yell? Or have you ever watched in wonder as a friend coached her child through a meltdown with great success? I’ve been around other moms with such effective discipline and communication that it made me want to beg for their secrets. I found the forums to be - and I'm not mincing my words today - full of grade A bitches. There was one post about someone in the media who has a new campaign about bedtime out at the moment.

Perhaps it happens at the beach, when you're screaming into the wind and sand for your child to stay close to you. They seem content to scurry away, pretending that they have never seen you before. You wonder how you can keep them safe when they aren't even listening to you. Under these methods, children sometimes resent their parents or distrust them to do what’s best for them. They may think their parents are mean or unsupportive. Poor relationships with parents could negatively affect these kids later in life. Gentle parenting means parents and kids work as a team On one of my worst days, I began to question everything about the way we parent and discipline Rose so I did what I do best: research.

The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child’s Developing Mind by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

I don't know if this is due to my different approach to parenting this time around (my older children are in their early twenties) or because it's just how she is. Of course, communication is a two-way street. Gentle parenting requires listening as well as talking. Consider all of your child’s behaviors as ways of communicating. Then ask yourself, “What is my child trying to tell me?” Connect

When you parent, it’s crucial you realize you aren’t raising a “mini me,” but a spirit throbbing with its own signature. For this reason, it’s important to separate who you are from who each of your children is. Children aren’t ours to possess or own in any way. When we know this in the depths of our soul, we tailor our raising of them to their needs, rather than molding them to fit our needs.” 3. Nonviolent Communication The book explains the basic development of the brain, which can help parents understand their children better and respond to difficult situations more effectively. Understanding the basic processes of the brain will also help parents create a solid foundation for their child's mental, emotional, and social development. Marshall Rosenberg is the Mr. Rogers for adults and his book Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships gives life to all of the things I’ve spent my life trying to grow into and share with others. I want to live in the kind of world he advocates and the best way for me to create that reality is through my communication, especially with my children. The approach centers around identifying and communicating your feelings, needs, and requests and within such simplicity lies world-changing brilliance.

Though we can’t prove that’s solely related to their parenting styles, it does make one wonder how they successfully raise happy adults. This book reveals the secrets behind the Danish parenting style. The Danish people put a large emphasis on play instead of achievements, ending every school day at 2 pm and sending kids outside to play.

Second, gentle parenting is effective because it teaches children how to regulate their own emotions. When children learn how to effectively manage their feelings, they are less likely to act out or lash out in anger. Gentle parenting helps kids learn how to express themselves in healthy ways, which can lead to them being more successful in school and in their future relationships. If you're considering getting a parenting book, you've probably noticed that the authors of The Whole-Brain Child are both scientists and parents. Their best-selling book blends scientific research and parenting practices. It's easy to understand and provides practical solutions for parenting.For example, when a toddler pitches a fit, he or she is sent directly to time out. These methods are intended to make things easy on parents while kids do the heavy lifting.