Parenting in the Real World

Book excerpt: You can know how to handle any parenting situation! Do you want to make effective parenting choices and feel confident that you're doing the right thing for your child? "Parenting in the Real World" is the interactive book that will get you there. Dr. Stephanie O'Leary's no-nonsense, judgmental-free tools are practical and easy to use with kids of all ages. Whether you're raising toddlers or teens, these go-to strategies will empower you in any situation and make room for a deeper connection that will last well beyond the drama of today. In seven simple steps, you'll learn to:· Really listen to your kids so they start listening to you· Let your child know you understand (even when you have no clue!)· Pump up the volume on respect· Set limits, say no like you mean it, and stop worrying about push-back· Own your mistakes (because we all make them!) so your child starts taking responsibility· Find joy and begin to like your child as much as you love him or her· Practice guilt-free self-care so you can take really good care of your childDr. Stephanie O'Leary is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in Neuropsychology, and a mom of two. For over a decade she has been providing parents with a no-nonsense approach to navigating the daily grind while preparing kids for the challenges they'll face in the real world.