We didn't use it when our kids were little and we don't use time out now that our kids are older either. Find out why it's just not for us, and what we do instead.

If you're looking for advice on how to bond with your son or daughter, here are 10 easy everyday parenting habits that strengthen the parent-child relationship. These kids activities don't take much time and will improve the well-being of your child. #parenting #bond #advice #kids

Sometimes we just need to be reminded of all the things we want to be, and all the things we can be. This free printable poster might help you remember.

Print this free rules for kids poster. It looks great framed and is a lovely, positive, reminder to do good.

When it comes to raising emotionally intelligent kids, this parenting tip is where to start. Here's a 3 step strategy for handling your angry or sad child's big emotional outbursts, meltdowns and tantrums. #kids #parenting

As far as positive parenting advice goes, being connected to your child is at the top of the list. Only when your child feels emotionally seen and validated will she be be able to listen, cooperate and be her best self. #parenting #quotes #connection #positive

Instilling confidence in children

Nature play and playing outdoors gives kids a powerful boost for their emotions and mental health, not to mention building confidence in kids and promoting good health. Here are 40 research backed benefits of raising kids with nature and outdoor play. #kids #raisingkids #nature #play #naturekids #mentalhealth #healthy #healthykids #emotionalhealth

Your kids are experiencing more stress and anxiety right now. Here are 11 proven parenting hacks from a family therapist to help you lower your child's stress and anxiety and nuture a child's mental health. #parenting #kids #stress

10 Simple ways to improve a child's behavior every day. These behavior tips are powerful for behavior management and decreasing child tantrums and meltdowns and improving a child's mood. #children #parentingtips #kids #behavior #tips #behaviorproblems #raisingkids #healthy #happykids

Have a wiggly or hyperactive child? These calm down strategies will help calm an angry child. Calming activities for kids to use in your child's meltdown or tantrum. #parenting #kids #activities #calming #angrychild

How Do You Do It All? - Picklebums

Raising kids who are good listeners is possible, and these two simple steps will help you encourage good listening and cooperation with kids. #kids #raisingkids #parenting #tips #positiveparenting #goodlisteners

Inspirational Parenting Quotes - Thoughts, words, and wisdom for moms and dads on their parenting journey. "Where did we ever get the crazy idea that in order to make children do better, we have to make them feel worse?...." Learn positive discipline techniques for better child behavior without using blame, shame, or punishment. #beenke #parentingquotes #positiveparenting #positivediscipline

Raising kids who don't give up happens by teaching kids a growth mindset. Learn how growth mindset raises confident resilient kids who don't give up when in the face of stress. #raisingkids #children #resilience #growthmindset

One of the hardest parts of raising kids is knowing how to discipline them effectively. Here's why you should avoid harsh discipline and learn how to respond more effectively. #raisingkids #parenting #kids #discipline #positivediscipline