Melissa Taylor on "Mom, I'm bored!"
"When my kids say, 'Mom, I'm bored!' they hate my answer," says Pinterest superstar Melissa Taylor. Find out why.
Christine Carter: "Mom, I'm bored!"
The author of Raising Happiness says parents shouldn't try to save kids from boredom. Besides, the complaint usually has nothing to do with being bored.
Expert tip #5: "Dad lets me do it!鈥�
America鈥檚 Supernanny, of TV fame, lays out her plan for how to reconcile differences when it comes to parenting styles 鈥� and still maintain a harmonious household.
You have a financial advisor and a physical trainer, so why not a parenting coach?
A little professional advice might help you do your most important job better.
Tip #3: Who do you love the most?
When your child asks this question, says parenting guru Adele Faber, they don't need to hear that they're the favorite. Instead, reassure them this way.
Tip #4: "What's wrong with him?"
Kids notice difference, says the renowned child development specialist. A parent鈥檚 job is to deftly deal with the situation to avoid embarrassment.
Expert tip #5: "Dad lets me do it!"
The bestselling author of Positive Discipline says that by keeping your response short and sweet, you鈥檒l avoid unnecessary conflict.
Expert tip #3: "Dad lets me do it!"
Heidi Allen Garvin, founder of the popular website "Mormon Moms," says parents should avoid creating a dynamic that pits parents against each other. Here鈥檚 how.
Po Bronson on the Tiger Mom
The "NurtureShock" author talks about how self-proclaimed Tiger Mom Amy Chua got it wrong (and how American parents can get it right).
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