Focusing in on what we can prevent as parents may seem a little idealistic. After all, too much concentration on trying to stop things before they start can affect our flexibility and reaction time. But, I still think there is something to be said for preparation and prevention and trying to figure out what sort of behavior issues, bad habits, and chaotic messes we can prevent—before we ever have to deal with them… I think that how a parent handles prevention is one of the ways you can tell a really seasoned parent—the ones who have learned how to keep … Continue reading →