The Magic Kingdom of Parenting
This summer I conducted my annual field research at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Although I consider it truly a business expense the IRS does not see it that way. They consider it a...
View ArticleParenting Tip: Stress Reducing Strategies for Back to School Success!
Heading back to school after summer break can be a challenge for many families. Daily routines can make the difference between total chaos and a smooth start to the day. Create a routine a daily...
View ArticleUpcoming Parenting Enrichment Program: Understanding Your Child's Temperament
(2 Week Series) Sunday, September 25th & October 2nd 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Reduce conflict and misbehavior in your home by gaining insight into your child’s temperament. Yes! It matters how we...
View ArticleNew Website Announcement!
I am so excited to announce my new website www.parentcoach411.com. My new website will replace my website www.lizwarrick.com. The new website features new services, parent enrichment programs, an...
View ArticlePlease Don't Leave Me!
The new school year has begun for many children from elementary school through college. For both parents and children there is a mixture of excitement and unease. Children from toddlers to teens may...
View ArticleDo You Know What Is In Your Child's Backpack?
Sure, you can expect to find the school newsletter, permission slips, artwork, completed school work papers, snacks, crayons and other miscellaneous items. However, did you realize that your child’s...
View ArticleSprinkle the Praise, Pour on the Encouragement
“Praise or Encouragement” What is the Difference and Why it is Important for a Child’s Self-Esteem? Praise: 1. to express favorable judgment of 2. to glorify, especially by attribution of perfection 3....
View ArticleOverindulgence – The Cornucopia of Too Much
OVERINDULGENCE The Cornucopia of Too Much As the holiday gift-giving season approaches, many parents want to give their children the things they didn’t have when they grew up, especially during the...
View ArticleWhat’s on your New Year’s Resolution list this year?
What’s on your New Year’s Resolution list this year? January is a time for new beginnings and clean slates. When we think of New Year’s resolutions we tend to think of grown up commitments to...
View ArticleWhat’s the Difference between Discipline and Punishment?
Disciplining your child is one of the most important and hardest jobs you have. Yet few of us are ever taught how to discipline our children effectively. Most of us learn “on the job” or repeat what...
View ArticleTaming the Screen Monster
Are you concerned about how much time your child spends watching TV or playing video games and being on the computer? Do ever find it challenging to get them to turn off the TV or computer and go...
View ArticleConnection, Connection, Connection
Many of us know that when it comes to buying a house it’s all about location, location, location. Have you ever heard that when it comes to parenting, it’s all about connection, connection,...
View ArticleGet Ready, Get Set, It's Summer!
It's that time of year again. The weather is warmer, the days are longer and school is almost out for the kids. The end of the school year can create mixed emotions in a parent. As parents, we can...
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