Understanding needs-based goals matters. But understanding alone doesn't help when your child refuses shoes and you're late.

Positive parenting — many parents strive for it, but it doesn’t just happen. Positive parenting is an intentional act that takes training and practice. While in a perfect world, parents would start ...

Most parents want their kids to be successful and happy. But these vague goals lead to daily battles. Needs-based parenting ...

Authoritative parents set rules and high standards — and praise kids for meeting those standards. They use logical consequences to help kids learn from mistakes and teach problem-solving skills.