Archive for August, 2006

The Voice of Authority

Saturday, August 19th, 2006

When correcting your child’s behavior, it is important to use a firm voice, or voice of authority. Below are Supernanny’s suggestions:

Avoid shouting across the room; instead, go to where the child is.
Remember to make eye contact with your child by getting down on their level. Do not intimidate him or her with your height. You [...]

Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours

Saturday, August 19th, 2006

Dr. Kevin Leman has an excellent book on parenting titled “Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours.” This book is a great resource for parents that talks about reality discipline. It’s easy to read, full of creative ideas for discipline, and …
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Creative Ideas, Tips & Resources

Saturday, August 19th, 2006

Welcome to 1smartmom! A place where you can find inspiration, creative ideas for parenting, and encouragement to live your dreams, and be the woman you were created to be.
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Welcome to 1SmartMom!

Saturday, August 19th, 2006

What is 1SmartMom? It is you … you are one smart mom! This site is created for you. I wanted a site where moms could find the sources they needed to help them with parenting, to be inspired, and to help you (and me) be a better mom.
I also wanted a site where moms can [...]