Communication

Believe it or not, there are parents whose kids and teens talk to them, and even ask their advice! Find out how you could be one of those parents.

Why Your Child Triggers You (and How to Stop Overreacting)

Do you overreact to your child and then feel awful? Learn why your child triggers you—and how to use those moments to heal old patterns and respond more calmly.

Helping Siblings Communicate Instead of Fight

Research shows that when we let siblings "work it out" without guidance, the more powerful child wins, which reinforces bullying behavior. There's a better way.

Can Your Child Trust You?

Kids don't just say things like "I'm considering cheating on the test" or "I'm bulimic." Parents have to earn that kind of trust. And here's how.

When Kids Have Big Questions about Sex, Power, or Violence

Want Your Child To Talk To You? Learn to Listen!

Parents often ask what they can say to get their child talking. The secret isn't about what you say. It's about how you listen.

How to Help Each Child with Big Emotions

The hardest part of having more than one child is those times when they both need you at once. After all, your love may be unlimited, but you only have...

Foolproof Strategies for Getting Kids to Talk

Foolproof strategies to build trust and get your child to talk with you about what matters to them.

280 Conversation Starters to Really Know Your Child (By Age & Topic)

280 questions organized by topic — values, family, friendship, dreams, and more — plus the 3 keys to conversations your child will actually open up in.

The Cure for Whining

Whining is a symptom of a deeper issue. So if you want to eliminate whining, you have to address what's underneath.