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Why using a Reward Jar is as Important as Teaching Consequences
by Ivy BGuys, when I first started working on my child’s bad behavior, I needed a system to keep me accountable for doling out consequences. Truth be told, I was practicing an…
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How To Get The Best Results From a Consequence Jar
by Ivy BGet the best results from a consequence jar with these 6 strategies! It’s not just about using a consequence and reward jar system, it’s about implementation and doing these 6…
The thing about a pregnancy due date is it’s an estimation. But, we tend to cling to those dates don’t we? When a woman’s baby is late, these are some…
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Warning: Your Child’s Behavior Problem Might Actually Be YOU
by Ivy BI had it up to my eyeballs with my child’s behavior. But, I learned a valuable lesson in parenting when I started the consequence and reward jar system for behavior…
Exploring the truth about self-awareness. How to become more self-aware with Tasha Eurich’s Book “Insight.” I have more books than I do clothes, shoes and purses combined. I devour them.…
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Consequence Jar Ideas for an Effective Consequence and Reward Jar System
by Ivy BIf you want to start a consequence and reward jar system for your child’s behavior, check out this consequence jar ideas list of consequences you may like. When I first…
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What Do You Need to Pack in Your Hospital Bag? + FREE Printable Checklist
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