are your kids yelling at you? try this!

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Then try this!

​In this video, my son and I show you a simple tool to transform cycles of yelling in your home and teach respectful communication.
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Step 1: Take a deep breath and get as calm as you can.

Step 2: If possible, go over to your child, get on their level, and make eye contact.

Step 3:  Affirm child's emotion or what they want.

Step 4: Think: "What exactly what DO I want my child to be saying right now?"

Step 5: Say to your child , "Say, _____(the phrase you want them to say). In the video it was:
"Say: Mom, can you please help me get a carrot?"

Step 6: Have your child repeat the more positive phrase back to you.

This simple tool helps your child practice positive and respectful communication and helps you say goodbye to yelling matches, tears, and power struggles.
The key?
You may need to repeat this tool 10 or more times a day...

The reality is parenting is a lot of work!

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Happy parenting!