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Thoughts for the Journey
Referee, Judge & jury?: What Your Kids Really Need When They Fight
Melanie Zwyghuizen | Gen 1 Parenting Let's Be Real If you're reading this, you're probably exhausted from constantly jumping in to solve...
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what to say when your kid is upset without shutting them down
Melanie Zwyghuizen | Gen 1 Parenting I can still picture it: one of my kids melting down in the grocery store aisle while I felt every...
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Beyond “I’m Sorry”: Teaching Kids (and Ourselves) the Power of Repair
Melanie Zwyghuizen | Gen 1 Parenting The other day, one of my grandkids grabbed a toy from his little cousin and he burst into tears. My...
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Meaningful Conversations with Your Kids: A Few Good Questions Go a Long way
Melanie Zwyghuizen | Gen 1 Parenting You’re heading out on a summer trip. Maybe it’s a long drive, a hike, or just some downtime at the...
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Discipline isn't a dirty word
Melanie Zwyghuizen | Gen 1 Parenting Discipline gets a bad rap. For a lot of us, the word brings up memories of punishment, yelling, or power struggles—and now it just brings up confusion in our own parenting. But here’s the good news: Discipline doesn’t have to be harsh to be effective. In fact, the most powerful discipline is rooted in connection, not control. It’s about teaching, guiding, and building trust—while still holding boundaries that help your child feel safe. Let
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