Everyone parents in their own way. Think back to how you were raised. What do you remember about your childhood? Do you want to do things differently?
Yelling triggers cortisol – a stress hormone which shuts down part of the brain – making it much harder for a child to listen and learn.
Brain Box
Counting, singing and jumping engages a different part of your brain from the ‘anger reflex’. It may feel silly but singing about your frustration entertains your child, and diffuses tension so you can ‘reset’ your emotions.
SKIP’s approach is based on six things which children need from parents to help them grow into happy, capable adults.
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Love & warmth
Talking & listening
Guidance & understanding
A structured & secure world
Consistency & consequences
Limits & boundaries
