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Positive parenting emphasizes guidance, ______, and encouragement over punishment.
Connection
Positive parenting Focuses on teaching children self-discipline, problem-solving, and ______ ______.
Emotional Intelligence
Treating children with respect to model appropriate behavior is an example of?
Mutual Respect
Encouragement Over Criticism is?
Praising efforts, not just outcomes.
What does it mean to have Clear Expectations & Boundaries?
Set fair, consistent rules.
What is a coping skill?
Coping skills are healthy mechanisms that help individuals manage stress, regulate emotions, and improve overall well-being
What does it mean to regulate emotions?
Emotional regulation is the ability to control your emotions.
What does "Power of Connection" Mean?
The power of connection is the idea that meaningful connections with others can improve our lives in many ways.
What does it mean to use Discipline as Teaching?
To Use natural and logical consequences instead of punishment.
Use ____-__ to help children regulate emotions rather than isolating them.
Time In's
Ways to Provide connection?
Spend quality time with your child daily.
Practice active listening and validate their feelings.
Use empathy to understand their perspective.
What does it mean to Redirect?
Redirection: Guide children toward appropriate behaviors.
1 way to manage Parental Stress?
• Practice self-care and seek support when needed.
• Use deep breathing and mindfulness techniques.
• Remember that mistakes are learning opportunities.
What is self-care?
Self-care refers to the proactive steps we take to maintain and improve our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It encompasses a wide range of activities that nourish and support our overall health.
Common Solution for Tantrums?
Stay calm, acknowledge emotions, and redirect.
Common strategies for Not listening?
Give choices, make requests clear, and follow through.
Common strategies for barriers with Sibling rivalry?
Teach conflict resolution and cooperation.
2 Keys to positive Parenting?
*Hint Both start with "C"
Connection and consistency
Reinforce ___ behavior with praise and attention.
"Good."
Key note to Positive Parenting; ___ changes lead to ___ improvements.
"Small" Changes lead to "Big" Improvements
Name two Key Principles of Positive Parenting.
Mutual Respect
Encouragement Over Criticism
Clear Expectations & Boundaries
Discipline as Teaching
Emotional Regulation
Name 3 reasons why positive parenting matters.
Why Positive Parenting Matters because...
• Builds strong, trusting parent-child relationships.
• Encourages healthy emotional development.
• Reduces behavioral problems and power struggles.
• Increases self-confidence and resilience in children.
3 Aspects of Encouraging Positive Behavior
-Reinforce good behavior with praise and attention.
• Create predictable routines to build security.
• Teach problem-solving skills instead of just saying “no.”
What are 3 of 5 Effective Discipline Strategies?
-Redirection: Guide children toward appropriate behaviors.
• Choices & Consequences: Give age-appropriate choices to encourage decision-making.
• Logical Consequences: Ensure consequences are related to actions (e.g., if they throw a toy, they must pick it up).
• Time-Ins vs. Time-Outs: Use time-ins to help children regulate emotions rather than isolating them.
Positive parenting is about ____, not ____.
Guidance, Not Control