“Avoid mixed messages. Speaking too sweetly or smiling while you set a limit confuses kids. It unintentionally gives a green light to your toddler’s annoying acts. If you want your child to know you mean business, crouch down (staying just… — Harvey Karp Copy Share Image
Simple, practical, brilliant. What a wonderful world it will be when all families give their children the gifts presented in Dr. Reznick’s book. Joy,… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Here’s one more bit of consolation for you: Toddlers save their biggest meltdowns for their parents. We’re the people with whom they feel the… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Dogs yawn … and cats and monkeys … and even three-month-old fetuses (but not chickens).” — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Shari, I know Richard took your block and you’re mad, mad, mad! But, no scratch! No scratch! Stop now!” — Harvey Karp Copy Share
There is a lot of advice on baby feeding, but almost nothing on how to help crying babies. — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Sign Language: Young Kids Know More Than They Can Say When you think about it, it’s not so easy” — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Remember, there’s a huge difference between angry feelings and angry actions. Yes, you have to discourage misbehavior, but it’s superimportant that your child know… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“Avoid mixed messages. Speaking too sweetly or smiling while you set a limit confuses kids. It unintentionally gives a green light to your toddler’s… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
“During the months after a child’s first birthday, I recommend doing time-outs several times a week. That helps your tot learn your I’m not… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
Your top job as a new parent is to love your baby like crazy. After showering her with affection, your next two important jobs… — Harvey Karp Copy Share
