64. Rewards, Consequences, and Bribing

In this episode, I’m calling out the biggest myth of the holiday season—that you can make magic or “craft core memories” for your kids. You can’t. What your child remembers isn’t the matching pajamas or perfect tree—it’s how they felt. I’ll share stories from my own childhood (po ...  Show more

In this episode of Oh Crap Potty Training, we’re talking about a question that trips up so many parents: Should you tell your child ahead of time that you’re starting potty training? Some kids need a heads-up, while others will use that time to dig in their heels. And what about ...  Show more

How do you motivate kids and guide them to choose to do the right thing without rewards and manipulation? Sticker charts, bribery, grades, allowance, saying good job, you name it, we’ve tried it all. This week, we discuss how to internally motivate your kids with connection. Cong ...  Show more

In this episode I am talking to Dr. Jenicka, a Neuropsychologist & Clinical Scientist who made it her mission to help moms with evidence-based mental health and toddler tips. Today we are discussing: Different reward systems Why do reward systems have such a bad reputation The be ...  Show more

This week on the podcast we’re tackling two of the most defeating moments in parenthood. First, the toddler tantrums. What do you do when they seem never ending? We’ve got answers! Plus, what to do when you just can’t seem to get over the potty training hump. 

A couple of months ago, an article by journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer – whose work I normally greatly respect – started making the rounds on Facebook. Then (knowing my approach to parenting) a couple of readers emailed it to me and asked me what I thought of it. The article was c ...  Show more