Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

Let's talk about playing with our children and why it is such a great tool. Children at play are in their natural state and when we can meet them there, we can guide them to connect, think more clearly and cooperate more easily. Play definitely did not come naturally to the two of us, listen to how we integrated it into our lives and check out Michelle's list of games here . This book is a...

How do you motivate kids and guide them to choose to do the right thing without rewards and manipulation? Sticker charts, bribery, grades, allowance, saying good job, you name it, we’ve tried it all. This week, we discuss how to internally motivate your kids with connection. Congrats to our drawing winner, Katy T!! Please please rate, review and subscribe. Click here for Alfie Kohn's book all...

When our children have big feelings, they crave a listening ear. In this episode, we discuss having empathy in the toughest moments, when our natural instinct may be to do anything to make it stop. Listen as we break down why our kids need us most when they appear to be at their worst. And check out Michelle's guide with even more tips on meeting your children's upsets with empathy: click...

Time out. Spanking. Taking toys and activities away. Grounding. What is your go to punishment? Is it working? Let's talk about why we choose not to use punishments and how we manage "misbehavior." If you like what you hear, rate, review and subscribe!! We appreciate you so much! Check out two books we love: Art of Roughhousing and No Drama Discipline . Feeling called to bring this work...

Let's talk about hitting, kicking, biting, spitting, throwing, all of it. If you have a child acting aggressively, you are not alone!!  Click here for Michelle's special time guide, our favorite tool to get connected.  Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains you to do exactly that. DM me CERTIFICATION on Instagram for details. Advertisi...

Sibling relationships are so important for a peaceful home, join us as we discuss how to create just that. And check out Michelle's 12 step sibling protocol guide:  click here ! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe; we appreciate it so much!!  Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains you to do exactly that. DM me CERTIFICATION on I...

Michelle and Gemma talk tips and tools when managing defiance in children of all ages. In response to several questions on this topic, we dive into not listening, taking detours to avoid upsets and much more. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review! Click here for the special time guide.            Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains...

Join Michelle and Gemma to explore one of their favorite tools to connect with your children: special time. Learn how to manage off-track behaviors in 20 minutes a day. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!  Click here for the special time guide!  Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains you to do exactly that. DM me CERTIF...

You can visit peaceandparentingla.com to find more information and also click here for a special connection plan Michelle created just for listeners! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review in iTunes!  Feeling called to bring this work to other parents? Our Coaching Certification Program trains you to do exactly that. DM me CERTIFICATION on Instagram for details. Advertising Inquiries: ht...