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Kids' haircuts can be a big deal for both parents and young children. Here are some valuable tips for minimizing struggles while making the experience both fun and rewarding.
Q: What is a good alternative to reward and punishment when disciplining my child?
The reward and punishment way of discipline prevents children from making their own decisions and taking responsibility for their choices. A controlling, threatening tone of voice and behavior invites confrontation and arguing. Oftentimes, it leaves a child feeling powerless. Punishment is arbitrary and most of the time is not connected to the "crime".
Looking for something fun to do? Explore your own backyard! Aquidneck Island is full of amazing places for your family to enjoy this summer. Participating organizations include: Aquidneck Island Land Trust, City of Newport, Friends of Ballard Park, historic Fort Adams, Green Animals Topiary Garden, Newport Restoration Foundation, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Rose Island Lighthouse Foundation, Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge and Save the Bay.
Many of the local libraries have begun planning for their summer reading programs. If you have never participated with your children, it is a great way to keep the kids minds stimulated and keep them reading throughout the summer. Each program has goals and prizes that the children can strive to meet. Last year included a magician, museum passes, gulls tickets, and more. Be sure to sign up! It is a great thing to do with the kids on a rainy day!
Well, I am halfway to my goal and about 2 and a half weeks behind schedule. I am hoping to reach it by 4th of July. Just in time to fininsh out beach season! I have had a few setbacks along the way with girls weekend, birthday parties, and wine. But I did have fun!
Well, I guess since my daughter is three I can no longer use the excuse that I just had a baby. I was laughing a few weeks ago with my mom when she said she was still trying to lose the weight from me...UGH! The superficial side (we all have one) of me is worried about the weight and of course the way I will look in a bathing suit this summer. As a Physical Therapist, I want to have more energy and be more healthy.