Break Down the Chores

The sense of accomplishment will go a long way in providing your kids the needed motivation to do their chores. One of the best ways to make them feel accomplished is to break down the chores. For example, don’t make them clean their room all at once. Instead, give one specific task after another while recognizing their success after each one.

Make Them Fun

Chores can be fun if you make some effort to set them up that way. Make chores a competition or set them up as a challenge with a clock countdown. You can also set some music backgrounds and turn them into a scavenger hunt.

Let Them Have Their Pick

Give your kids a choice between different chores. This way, they will have a choice and pick one that they feel can do the best or quickest. Mix up the options each time to ensure they don’t just keep doing the same thing all over again.

Use a Reward System

Finally, using a reward system can be the best motivation for your kids to complete their chores. You can make a chart or keep a list on the fridge so they know how close they are to achieving their goal. If you want this method to be successful, make sure the reward is something they will be genuinely excited about, like a new video game. 

The post 4 Simple Ways to Motivate Your Kids to Do Their Chores appeared first on parentztalk.com.

As a pediatrician, TikTok user @niky.mamamd saw plenty of cases in which a seemingly small oversight led to tragic consequences. That is why she decided to share some tragedy-preventing safety tips she practices in her own home with her followers.

In a viral video recently posted on social media, @niky.mamamd showed things she does “automatically” in order to create a safe environment for her kids. This includes keeping pot/pan handles to the side and keeping hot beverages and soups on the back side of the counter to prevent children from reaching for them and knocking them over.

Also, she advises always cutting the grapes and similarly shaped food before leaving them on the table as they represent a choking hazard.

Other TikTok users praised @niky.mamamd for sharing her tips while also leaving some of their own in the comments section.

“I like putting boiling water in the back burner and as kitchen safety i always announce myself like behind you, bringing hot water to the sink, dishwasher open etc,” one user wrote.

“And never leave a bath with a bit of water,” another added.

After the success of her first video, @niky.mamamd later uploaded a follow-up in which she shared more safety tips that she practices including never leaving anything with strings or chords around, putting away objects with button batteries, and avoiding hanging any types of clothes on the chair.

The post Pediatrician Shares Tragedy-Preventing Safety Tips She Practices in Her Own Home appeared first on parentztalk.com.

Most experts agree that kids should be encouraged to be more independent in the preschool period, between the ages of four and six. By this age, they have already developed basic problem-solving and motor skills to handle tasks and make simple decisions on their own. Of course, becoming more independent is a long and complex process that your preschooler shouldn’t be rushed with. Instead, you can help them out with these five small steps.

Let Them Pick Their Clothes

This might be a tricky task if you let your preschoolers pick out clothes from scratch as they might decide to wear a T-shirt during winter. Instead, create a few combinations and let them pick out one that they like the most.

Let Them Dress Themselves

You should practice this when you are not in a hurry. Show your preschooler how to put on each item of clothing. Then let them try. It might take some practice, but they will eventually figure it out.

Have Them Put Away Toys

There is no need to be super strict about this, but your preschoolers should learn that they need to clean up after themselves. The best way to achieve this is to have them put away their toys after playing.

Encourage Them to Get Snacks and Drinks By Themselves

This will do wonders for your preschooler’s independence. They will also feel a sense of accomplishment when they realize they can get snacks for themselves when they are hungry and something to drink when they are thirsty.

Give Them Simple Chores

Having preschoolers do simple chores like taking out the garbage or setting up plates will not only help them become more independent but also boost their confidence.

The post 5 Small Steps That Will Help Your Preschooler Become More Independent appeared first on parentztalk.com.

For a long time, one of the recommended methods for dealing with children’s tantrums was to simply ignore them. The idea is that the child will realize that their outbursts will not get them the attention they are seeking and that they will eventually calm down. However, there are several reasons why you shouldn’t react like this.

It Might Have an Opposite Effect

In some cases, ignoring a child’s tantrums will make them stop, at least for a short time. But there is also a possibility that this method will have the opposite effect. The tantrums could become more frequent and pronounced, with the child hoping you’ll pay attention if they are louder and more disruptive.

It Will Negatively Impact Their Mental Health

Being ignored will negatively impact the child’s mental health. They might start feeling isolated which prompts them to suppress their emotions. The tantrums will stop for the time being but it will lead to different issues down the line.

It Doesn’t Address the Underlying Problem

Children rarely turn to tantrums for no reason at all. By ignoring them, you are failing to address the underlying problem that led to the tantrum in the first place. The tantrums will likely be replaced by a different behavior that could become even more problematic. By engaging with your child in moments like these, you will be able to get to the root of the problem and handle the issue more efficiently.

The post 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Child’s Tantrums appeared first on parentztalk.com.

Shirin Galili, mom of three and former teacher, recently shared a video on Instagram in which she demonstrated the importance of tone and body language when talking to kids.

Galili showcased three situations that most parents encounter and need to communicate with their kids. This includes telling her child to “get in the car,” to “use calm and kind words” when upset, and to warn them that they said they’ll “clean up their mess.”

In each of the situations, Galili first communicates with her child by raising her voice and using strict body language before repeating the same words in a playful and gentler manner.

Watching the video, it becomes clear which type of tone and body language is more suitable and likely to get a response from kids.

“Kids only absorb about 7% of our words. The other 93% of what kids are absorbing is our tone of voice (38%) and our body language (55%). It’s not just about using the “right scripts”. For true effectiveness, it needs to be the right combination,” Galili shared in the caption of the video that already got close to two million views.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shirin Galili | NŪVŪ PARENTING (@shirin.galili)

The post Mom of 3 Demonstrates Importance of Tone and Body Language When Talking to Kids appeared first on parentztalk.com.

In addition to being a pregnancy and parenting expert who co-wrote several books on this subject, Mazel is a mom of four who learned everything she knows today through her personal experience. She knows how overwhelming raising children can get, and she’s on a quest to make it simpler for other parents.

Just like her book Bite-Sized Parenting, Mazel’s viral infographic offers simplified and practical answers to the most important parenting questions. She knows how confusing it is to constantly be bombarded with conflicting and confusing parenting advice, and she’s using the power of social media to provide simplified information that parents need to make the best possible choices for themselves and their babies.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

Many parents have turned to Mazel for advice over the years, since she has over two decades of experience as a parenting expert and author. In addition to publishing her own book Bite-Sized Parenting and working with several high-profile parenting publications, she’s also the co-author of several editions of the trusted parenting guide What to Expect When You’re Expecting. 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

The post Sharon Mazel is Trying to Make Parenting Less Overwhelming appeared first on parentztalk.com.

While children will rarely communicate their desire for more attention openly, they will provide you with signs that will make it obvious.

Misbehavior

When children need more attention, they will try to get it in any way possible. This will usually include change of behavior to worse like tantrums and misbehavior. In this instance, they will be getting negative attention, but even that will do it for them.

Poor Communication Etiquette

Children might start interrupting you while you talk or communicate by yelling. This means they are probably feeling ignored.

Withdrawal

If you notice that your child is becoming withdrawn, that is usually a good sign that they need more attention. This will likely include avoiding spending time with the rest of the family, losing interest in activities, and limiting their communication to short answers.

Neediness

Your kid wanting to spend all of their time with you, following you everywhere, and always asking for help is also a good indication of a desire for more attention. By displaying this behavior and staying close, they are unintentionally trying to “force” you to pay attention to them.

The post 4 Signs Your Child Needs More Attention appeared first on parentztalk.com.

While all sports come with a degree of danger, there are some sports where the chances of injuries are significantly low. If you want your kid to get the benefits of playing sports while also having peace of mind, here are the top safest sports you should sign up for.

Golf

Golf is usually considered a sport for adults and a favorite pastime for retirees. But it doesn’t have to be. Golf allows kids to spend time outdoors, have light physical activity, make friends, and improve their hand-eye coordination, among others. Injuries in golf do happen, but they are mostly reserved for professionals or those who play it quite often and are usually not that serious.

Table Tennis

Table tennis games might not seem intense at first, but they are a great form of physical activity. The sport requires a lot of movement and gives similar results to cardio but is easy on the kids’ joints. It is also considered beneficial for developing reflexes and improving hand-eye coordination, and it can serve as a stress relief. Additionally, it is a social activity as you always need a partner to play it.

Swimming

Swimming goes into the category of the safest sport if it’s supervised. Kids will not only learn a valuable life skill but will also benefit from a fun activity that exercises a large group of muscles, builds endurance, boosts confidence, and contributes to stress relief.

The post Top 3 Safest Sports for Kids to Play appeared first on parentztalk.com.

There are plenty of reasons why TikTok is considered an unsafe platform for younger kids and teenagers. It could expose them to inappropriate content, encourage them to engage in dangerous behavior, and have a negative impact on their mental health.

However, forbidding your kids to use TikTok could have a negative impact on your relationship with them. Even if that is for their own good, they will not see it that way. Being among the most popular social platforms in the world, TikTok is a place where all their friends are.

By joining TikTok yourself, you can be in the loop with all the newest trends. This will provide you with plenty of topics to discuss with your kid and get you familiar with the modern lingo.

Additionally, your kid will feel much more open to sharing things with you, and you will be able to develop a closer bond by swapping clips containing mutual interests and laughing together at funny content.

Another benefit is that you will be familiar with dangerous trends that might surface on the platform. This will help you notice the worrying signs and react in time if needed.

So, give TikTok a go if your kid is passionate about the platform. Even if it isn’t your cup of tea, it will definitely come with parenting benefits.

The post Joining TikTok Can Be a Great Way for Parents to Develop Closer Bond With Their Kids appeared first on parentztalk.com.

From humourous to downright surprising, these parents took to Reddit to share the extreme steps they took to discipline their children over school issues. You won’t believe the lengths these parents went to!

The post 40+ Stories of Parents Taking School Discipline Into Their Own Hands appeared first on parentztalk.com.

Break Down the Chores

The sense of accomplishment will go a long way in providing your kids the needed motivation to do their chores. One of the best ways to make them feel accomplished is to break down the chores. For example, don’t make them clean their room all at once. Instead, give one specific task after another while recognizing their success after each one.

Make Them Fun

Chores can be fun if you make some effort to set them up that way. Make chores a competition or set them up as a challenge with a clock countdown. You can also set some music backgrounds and turn them into a scavenger hunt.

Let Them Have Their Pick

Give your kids a choice between different chores. This way, they will have a choice and pick one that they feel can do the best or quickest. Mix up the options each time to ensure they don’t just keep doing the same thing all over again.

Use a Reward System

Finally, using a reward system can be the best motivation for your kids to complete their chores. You can make a chart or keep a list on the fridge so they know how close they are to achieving their goal. If you want this method to be successful, make sure the reward is something they will be genuinely excited about, like a new video game. 

The post 4 Simple Ways to Motivate Your Kids to Do Their Chores appeared first on parentztalk.com.

As a pediatrician, TikTok user @niky.mamamd saw plenty of cases in which a seemingly small oversight led to tragic consequences. That is why she decided to share some tragedy-preventing safety tips she practices in her own home with her followers.

In a viral video recently posted on social media, @niky.mamamd showed things she does “automatically” in order to create a safe environment for her kids. This includes keeping pot/pan handles to the side and keeping hot beverages and soups on the back side of the counter to prevent children from reaching for them and knocking them over.

Also, she advises always cutting the grapes and similarly shaped food before leaving them on the table as they represent a choking hazard.

Other TikTok users praised @niky.mamamd for sharing her tips while also leaving some of their own in the comments section.

“I like putting boiling water in the back burner and as kitchen safety i always announce myself like behind you, bringing hot water to the sink, dishwasher open etc,” one user wrote.

“And never leave a bath with a bit of water,” another added.

After the success of her first video, @niky.mamamd later uploaded a follow-up in which she shared more safety tips that she practices including never leaving anything with strings or chords around, putting away objects with button batteries, and avoiding hanging any types of clothes on the chair.

The post Pediatrician Shares Tragedy-Preventing Safety Tips She Practices in Her Own Home appeared first on parentztalk.com.

Most experts agree that kids should be encouraged to be more independent in the preschool period, between the ages of four and six. By this age, they have already developed basic problem-solving and motor skills to handle tasks and make simple decisions on their own. Of course, becoming more independent is a long and complex process that your preschooler shouldn’t be rushed with. Instead, you can help them out with these five small steps.

Let Them Pick Their Clothes

This might be a tricky task if you let your preschoolers pick out clothes from scratch as they might decide to wear a T-shirt during winter. Instead, create a few combinations and let them pick out one that they like the most.

Let Them Dress Themselves

You should practice this when you are not in a hurry. Show your preschooler how to put on each item of clothing. Then let them try. It might take some practice, but they will eventually figure it out.

Have Them Put Away Toys

There is no need to be super strict about this, but your preschoolers should learn that they need to clean up after themselves. The best way to achieve this is to have them put away their toys after playing.

Encourage Them to Get Snacks and Drinks By Themselves

This will do wonders for your preschooler’s independence. They will also feel a sense of accomplishment when they realize they can get snacks for themselves when they are hungry and something to drink when they are thirsty.

Give Them Simple Chores

Having preschoolers do simple chores like taking out the garbage or setting up plates will not only help them become more independent but also boost their confidence.

The post 5 Small Steps That Will Help Your Preschooler Become More Independent appeared first on parentztalk.com.

For a long time, one of the recommended methods for dealing with children’s tantrums was to simply ignore them. The idea is that the child will realize that their outbursts will not get them the attention they are seeking and that they will eventually calm down. However, there are several reasons why you shouldn’t react like this.

It Might Have an Opposite Effect

In some cases, ignoring a child’s tantrums will make them stop, at least for a short time. But there is also a possibility that this method will have the opposite effect. The tantrums could become more frequent and pronounced, with the child hoping you’ll pay attention if they are louder and more disruptive.

It Will Negatively Impact Their Mental Health

Being ignored will negatively impact the child’s mental health. They might start feeling isolated which prompts them to suppress their emotions. The tantrums will stop for the time being but it will lead to different issues down the line.

It Doesn’t Address the Underlying Problem

Children rarely turn to tantrums for no reason at all. By ignoring them, you are failing to address the underlying problem that led to the tantrum in the first place. The tantrums will likely be replaced by a different behavior that could become even more problematic. By engaging with your child in moments like these, you will be able to get to the root of the problem and handle the issue more efficiently.

The post 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Your Child’s Tantrums appeared first on parentztalk.com.

Shirin Galili, mom of three and former teacher, recently shared a video on Instagram in which she demonstrated the importance of tone and body language when talking to kids.

Galili showcased three situations that most parents encounter and need to communicate with their kids. This includes telling her child to “get in the car,” to “use calm and kind words” when upset, and to warn them that they said they’ll “clean up their mess.”

In each of the situations, Galili first communicates with her child by raising her voice and using strict body language before repeating the same words in a playful and gentler manner.

Watching the video, it becomes clear which type of tone and body language is more suitable and likely to get a response from kids.

“Kids only absorb about 7% of our words. The other 93% of what kids are absorbing is our tone of voice (38%) and our body language (55%). It’s not just about using the “right scripts”. For true effectiveness, it needs to be the right combination,” Galili shared in the caption of the video that already got close to two million views.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shirin Galili | NŪVŪ PARENTING (@shirin.galili)

The post Mom of 3 Demonstrates Importance of Tone and Body Language When Talking to Kids appeared first on parentztalk.com.

In addition to being a pregnancy and parenting expert who co-wrote several books on this subject, Mazel is a mom of four who learned everything she knows today through her personal experience. She knows how overwhelming raising children can get, and she’s on a quest to make it simpler for other parents.

Just like her book Bite-Sized Parenting, Mazel’s viral infographic offers simplified and practical answers to the most important parenting questions. She knows how confusing it is to constantly be bombarded with conflicting and confusing parenting advice, and she’s using the power of social media to provide simplified information that parents need to make the best possible choices for themselves and their babies.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

Many parents have turned to Mazel for advice over the years, since she has over two decades of experience as a parenting expert and author. In addition to publishing her own book Bite-Sized Parenting and working with several high-profile parenting publications, she’s also the co-author of several editions of the trusted parenting guide What to Expect When You’re Expecting. 

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sharon MazelParenting Expert (@sharonmazel)

The post Sharon Mazel is Trying to Make Parenting Less Overwhelming appeared first on parentztalk.com.

While children will rarely communicate their desire for more attention openly, they will provide you with signs that will make it obvious.

Misbehavior

When children need more attention, they will try to get it in any way possible. This will usually include change of behavior to worse like tantrums and misbehavior. In this instance, they will be getting negative attention, but even that will do it for them.

Poor Communication Etiquette

Children might start interrupting you while you talk or communicate by yelling. This means they are probably feeling ignored.

Withdrawal

If you notice that your child is becoming withdrawn, that is usually a good sign that they need more attention. This will likely include avoiding spending time with the rest of the family, losing interest in activities, and limiting their communication to short answers.

Neediness

Your kid wanting to spend all of their time with you, following you everywhere, and always asking for help is also a good indication of a desire for more attention. By displaying this behavior and staying close, they are unintentionally trying to “force” you to pay attention to them.

The post 4 Signs Your Child Needs More Attention appeared first on parentztalk.com.

While all sports come with a degree of danger, there are some sports where the chances of injuries are significantly low. If you want your kid to get the benefits of playing sports while also having peace of mind, here are the top safest sports you should sign up for.

Golf

Golf is usually considered a sport for adults and a favorite pastime for retirees. But it doesn’t have to be. Golf allows kids to spend time outdoors, have light physical activity, make friends, and improve their hand-eye coordination, among others. Injuries in golf do happen, but they are mostly reserved for professionals or those who play it quite often and are usually not that serious.

Table Tennis

Table tennis games might not seem intense at first, but they are a great form of physical activity. The sport requires a lot of movement and gives similar results to cardio but is easy on the kids’ joints. It is also considered beneficial for developing reflexes and improving hand-eye coordination, and it can serve as a stress relief. Additionally, it is a social activity as you always need a partner to play it.

Swimming

Swimming goes into the category of the safest sport if it’s supervised. Kids will not only learn a valuable life skill but will also benefit from a fun activity that exercises a large group of muscles, builds endurance, boosts confidence, and contributes to stress relief.

The post Top 3 Safest Sports for Kids to Play appeared first on parentztalk.com.

There are plenty of reasons why TikTok is considered an unsafe platform for younger kids and teenagers. It could expose them to inappropriate content, encourage them to engage in dangerous behavior, and have a negative impact on their mental health.

However, forbidding your kids to use TikTok could have a negative impact on your relationship with them. Even if that is for their own good, they will not see it that way. Being among the most popular social platforms in the world, TikTok is a place where all their friends are.

By joining TikTok yourself, you can be in the loop with all the newest trends. This will provide you with plenty of topics to discuss with your kid and get you familiar with the modern lingo.

Additionally, your kid will feel much more open to sharing things with you, and you will be able to develop a closer bond by swapping clips containing mutual interests and laughing together at funny content.

Another benefit is that you will be familiar with dangerous trends that might surface on the platform. This will help you notice the worrying signs and react in time if needed.

So, give TikTok a go if your kid is passionate about the platform. Even if it isn’t your cup of tea, it will definitely come with parenting benefits.

The post Joining TikTok Can Be a Great Way for Parents to Develop Closer Bond With Their Kids appeared first on parentztalk.com.

From humourous to downright surprising, these parents took to Reddit to share the extreme steps they took to discipline their children over school issues. You won’t believe the lengths these parents went to!

The post 40+ Stories of Parents Taking School Discipline Into Their Own Hands appeared first on parentztalk.com.