Are you tired of using punishment as a go-to parenting method for disciplining your kids?

Self-awareness is the key to making positive change, so in this video, I dive into the research and explore why parents might choose to punish their kids.

📚 Download: Punishment-Free Parenting - https://www.thedadvibes.com/punishment-free-parenting
📚 THE RESEARCH: Trauma, Not Better Behavior - https://www.developmentalscience.com/blog/2022/2/10/hitting-children-leads-to-trauma-not-better-behavior

Are you concerned about your child’s YouTube habits and their screen time? In this video, I explore three alarming ways to help parents understand how YouTube hijacks our kids' brains, and why it's so difficult to get them to turn it off. Plus, I share some actionable tips to help your family use YouTube more healthily. Check out my guide and checklist to help your child use YouTube in a healthier way - https://www.thedadvibes.com/healthy-youtube-habits 📖 FURTHER READING: Emily Cherkin, screen time consultant - https://thescreentimeconsultant.com/about-emily Amanda Kloer, a campaign director with the child safety group ParentsTogether - https://parentstogetheraction.org/online-safety-team/ Donna Volpitta, Ed.D., founder of The Center for Resilient Leadership - https://www.understood.org/en/people/baac933182144b13bcad2d82a3252d7a

In this episode, I chat with Crystal Miles, a certified infant massage instructor and founder of Connection Cards. Crystal shares her unique approach to alternative education, drawing from her personal experience with home education while juggling the demands of a full-time career. We delve into her journey into the world of infant massage, uncovering how it evolved from a passion to a fulfilling career. Crystal addresses common misconceptions about baby massage and highlights the importance of respecting a baby's cues. Join us for an open and honest conversation as Crystal discusses her insights on balancing work, education, and parenting, offering valuable advice and inspiration along the way. Enjoy!