Comments on: Do As I Say, Not As I Do

By: Linda

Linda — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 23:52:49 +0000

I am right there with you on the doctorate in Psychology not always matching up with being an actual Mom! Thanks for your human-ness and imperfection.

By: What A Long, Strange Trip It’s Been

What A Long, Strange Trip It’s Been — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:59:06 +0000

[...] turns two! The terrible twos, great! Seems like only yesterday that I wrote my first post, Do As I Say, Not As I Do. What I wrote then still applies. Parenting is hard work. Period. Ph.D. in child psychology [...]

By: The Best Of The First 100

The Best Of The First 100 — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 14:54:02 +0000

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By: John Warra

John Warra — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 20:22:53 +0000

Raising children is not something that can be taught. While books, videos, firends, family, and even blogs can give you tips on what has and has not worked for them, the only way to learn is through trial and error. I have 4 children and each one has come with their own personalities, traits, and challenges. What worked with one child did not necessarily work with the next. I think we all start out trying to raise our children in the manner that our parents raised us. If those techniques didn’t work, or if we came from bad upbringings, then I believe we reachout to other sources to discover what others have tried. In the end, our trial and error eventually lands on something that works. When the next child is born, we start from square one again. There is no perfect way to raise a child. If we teach them right from wrong, provide for their health and welfare, and give them the love they deserve, then we as parents have been successful. Beyond that, it’s a crap shoot.

By: Kathryn Besong

Kathryn Besong — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 14:21:01 +0000

Thank you Polly! Love it! It helps so much to hear from other Moms, especially with your background! Keep the posts coming!!

By: Angie White

Angie White — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 03:19:45 +0000

Love this! Thank you for sharing your wisdom and authentic self!!! I think you should have a TV show! Seriously!!!