When my sons are feeling cranky, I have a list of go-tos that I stick to. I start with a protein-filled snack, and if that doesn't work, I give them a bath. Then, if they're still grumpy, I take them ...
When it comes to settling down young children, parenting advice focuses mostly on one tool: What to say. If the toddler starts to have a tantrum, say this. If a child can't go to sleep, say that. And ...
Modern parents are told to TALK with an agitated kid to improve their mood. But in many cultures, mom and dad opt for a soothing caress to induce... You don't need words to calm a grumpy kid. Parents ...