Parenting is tough. Shanda and I think we have nearly the best-behaved boys around. And yet, even they can be very trying sometimes. Whining, willful disobedience, rowdiness, and temper tantrums can all wear a parent’s nerves pretty thin.
It’s not like parental advice is scarce, though. If you’d like some suggestions for being a better parent or raising a better child, all it takes is one trip to any bookstore or magazine rack. Or just ask your friends and family. Take your kids with you to public places enough, and sooner or later even perfect strangers will be offering you advice.
Some sources of parental wisdom are better than others. Certainly some are more well-known than others. You may have heard of these guys.
Dr. Spock
Dr. Sears
Dr. Dobson
But here’s a bit of parenting wisdom from Vicks. Sometimes going on the attack is the best form of defense. Watch the commercial. I’m going to try this sometime.
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Aaron...
As someone who doesn't have kids, I know all there is to know about being a parent. But thanks for you concern. :)
What a great idea! Why haven't I thought of this yet? Just wait until we go to Larry's pizza next time, I'm going to try out this method since we saw Ethan's version last time......
Aaron- I will take parenting advice from you anytime. You and Shan do an incredible job! Thanks for being such great friends!
I've actually done this before...well, not the thrashing around on the floor and all, but the fake crying, whining, etc. I've done this to other people's kids when it's obvious they're just trying to manipulate their parent to do something. It is so funny the reaction you get. The kid will immediately stop crying (or fit-throwing, or whatever) and look at you like..."What is YOUR problem?" The parents usuall give an appreciative chuckle and use the time to discipline a little more.
Wow, that is precisely what I do when my four-year-old pitches a royal hissy. Glad to see my tried and true methods receiving some media validation. ;)
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