“When should I start making my kid come to shul?” This is a question that comes up a lot, usually between the ages of seven and ten. This will shed some light on how to potentially come to an answer, and how to make it happen successfully when it is time to bring your son…
Parenting
A Warm Home? Or a Home with Strict Rules and Boundaries? How Am I Supposed to Parent?
It seems contradictory, but there’s a balance to achieve when raising successful, confident children. A few years back, I mentioned to a colleague that the most common mistake I see parents make is being too lenient with their children. They don’t set clear, firm boundaries. He looked at me sideways, a bit confused. He said…
Why Can’t I Get My Child to Listen to Me?
We think that parenting tips are supposed to work magic. But what should we really be seeing from our efforts? “What is wrong with me, why can’t I get the hang of parenting?” “I’ve told my child again and again, why isn’t he getting the message?” “I went to parenting classes and read books. Everything…
