Managing Behaviour – The Caring Counsellor

My Kid Won’t Go To Bed!

Posted on February 18, 2017February 18, 2017 Deb CockertonLeave a commentPosted in Managing Behaviour

Bedtimes…uggg! Pullleeeze….just one more story, just one more drink of water, just one more hug…and on and on. “Get back into bed!” is a mantra that every parent laments. Having a bedtime routine helps young children settle in and settle down to an expectation of bedtime. Consistency is key. At my house growing up, it […]

My Child Won’t Listen To Me!

Posted on December 5, 2016 Deb CockertonLeave a commentPosted in Managing Behaviour

Have you ever asked yourself…why won’t my child listen to me and do what I ask the first time? I bet you have. The answer is sometimes simple. We give in enough times that it reinforces their behaviour. We give in “just this one time”, so they will stop that whiny voice, go play somewhere […]