by Lori Wildenberg | Apr 30, 2018 | Discipline
“Don’t even think about climbing on the shelves.” Uh, oh. Before you could say, “Monkey-bars,” the three-year-old turned into George, the curious one, and made it to the top of the rack. He’d been doing a terrific job staying close to his mom while in the toy aisle of...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jan 29, 2018 | Discipline
Recently I wanted to wave a red warning flag in front of a mom at the grocery store. Her child knew the line that would get his mom every time. “Dad lets me.” When he spouted his claim, I could almost see the mother raising her white...
by Lori Wildenberg | Jan 8, 2018 | Discipline, Uncategorized
Here four parenting lies we are tempted to believe … and the truth that busts them: 1. Correction Crushes a Child’s Spirit. TRUTH: No. Correction is training. Kids need training. Criticism is the thing that crushes a child’s spirit....
by Lori Wildenberg | Dec 11, 2017 | Discipline, Uncategorized
Let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes’ and your ‘No’ be ‘No’. Matthew 5:37 Consistency, is a word often associated with parenting. The verse, “Let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes’ and your ‘No’ be...
by Lori Wildenberg | Sep 11, 2017 | Discipline, Faith Development
“God what were you thinking when you gave me this kid?” Have you ever asked The Lord a question like this? I know I have. Do you feel inadequate in your role as a parent? Do you doubt your ability to be your child’s mom or dad? I question my position when I’m:...
by Lori Wildenberg | Aug 21, 2017 | Character Development, Discipline, Faith Development, Fear
Compliant kids give the illusion of being good. But what is going on in their heart and head as to the reason for their good behavior is actually more important. Do they comply only due to fear, fear of getting caught? We want to raise kids committed to doing...
