Attention Seeking Behaviours: 3 Connection-Building Tips For Parents

by Paige Shiels | May 18, 2021 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Attention-Seeking Behaviour Is Connection-Seeking3 Ways to Foster Connection1. Plan Time With Your Child2. Notice the Behaviour You Want to See3. Teach New Ways to Ask for ConnectionMore Support for Challenging Behaviour Are your children engaging in challenging...

Understand When Your Child Is Seeking Connection

by Jess VanderWier, MA, RP | Nov 6, 2019 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Reframing “Attention-Seeking” Behaviour3 Ways to Foster Connection With Kids Engaging in Attention-Seeking Behaviour1. Plan time with kids2. Catch the behaviour you want to see3. Teach new ways to ask for connection Over my years of working in behaviour, I...

The PAUSE Method: A 5-Step Approach To Help Children Manage Anxiety

by Jess VanderWier, MA, RP | Oct 16, 2019 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

When your child tells you they are worried, PAUSE:P: PauseA: AcknowledgeU: UnderstandS: Safety and SootheE: Evaluate As parents, we would do anything for our kids. We want them to be happy, carefree, and to love childhood. This is why as parents having a child with...

How to Respond To Toddler Tantrums: 5 Effective Tips

by Jess VanderWier, MA, RP | May 8, 2019 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

Your Toddler’s Meltdown Is OkTantrums Are Opportunities to Connect, Teach, and Learn5 Quick Tips to Help You Navigate Toddler Tantrums Your Toddler’s Meltdown Is Ok It doesn’t mean you are a bad parent, that you are missing a piece of critical...

10 Effective Tips For Better Communication With Your Child

by Jess VanderWier, MA, RP | Apr 21, 2019 | Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

1. Use “I feel” Statements 2. Define Expectations BEFORE Behaviour Happens3. Use a Calm Voice4. Show You’re Listening With Nonverbal Communication5. Show You’re Listening With Verbal Communication6. Model the Desired Communication Style7. Talk About Things...

Building a Strong Bond: Secure Attachment Without Harsh Parenting

by Jess VanderWier, MA, RP | Nov 21, 2018 | Baby, Toddler, Preschooler, Big Kid

When I had to wean my baby on to a bottle, I was told it would impact our attachment. I was told that we wouldn’t bond as easily. When I sleep trained my baby, I was told that my baby would become less attached to me. I was told that I would be ruining her ability to...