Parenting Matters Now with Dr. Roger Smith

Conflict is inevitable in any relationship. Teaching your children how to listen and how to speak to one another without accusations and trying to get them to see the truth is great training for them.
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What's in a name? Sometimes we don't think of the names around us. Why streets are named a certain way or why Palm Springs is call Palm Springs? Next time you recognize a name, explain it to your children because it helps explain, give context, and provide future references to the world around them!Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Do you every have your family get in a hot tub? Hot tubs are fun when you are there with your kids but be mindful of how long they spend in the hot tub or heated pool as it can quickly become very dangerous for young children!Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Are you having problems with grandparents? Grandparents are full of good intentions, but may come across as undermining you as a parent. Set expectations, boundaries, and rules with grandparents to make sure you are both on the same page when they are with your children! A little communication at the beginning can save a lot of trouble down the road!Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Are you causing your children to be anxious? Sometimes children are anxious, nervous, or fearful. Are you fueling their anxiety or helping remedy it?Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Are you teaching your children to take care of the car? Learning to take car of the car, checking the oil, checking the tires, pumping the gas, are just ways to train them that they have to take care of things.Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Do you every break any of your own rules? Sometimes we forget our own rules and need to show grace to our children who also may forget the rules.Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Do your children say "I'm tired" a lot? Let me guess that they are between ten and fourteen years old. They are not just complaining that they are tired, they really are! It's during this time in their life that their body is using more energy and that they do need more sleep. Be prepared as parents for your children to transition through those years of needing more sleep!Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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Cherish the joyous privilege and profound influence that comes from nurturing your children's minds and spirits through the simple yet powerful act of reading together.Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/
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What is the value in doing hard things? Doing something hard is where we find growth! How do you help your child do hard things?
 
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