Be a take-charge parent: kind, effective ways to lay down rules
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Parents should try to be authoritative instead of indulgent when disciplining their children. Parents should avoid becoming overly emotional, and they should develop realistic, meaningful punishments for children who misbehave. They should always follow through on punishments.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1997
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The chore wars: can't get the troops to pitch in? Try my battle plan
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Family members should share household chores, and the best way to accomplish this is to develop a system that is fair. Examples of effective systems include drawing tasks from a jar or rotating duties on a monthly basis. Certain responsibilities are continual.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1996
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Take it easy
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Tips to help parents make the holidays more enjoyable for themselves include encouraging generosity in their children and purchasing basic, classic gifts for children rather than the most popular toys.
Publication Name: Woman's Day
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0043-7336
Year: 1997
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