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[quote=Anonymous]Was your daughter a joy a few months ago? If so, it may be early puberty. If not, it may be a parenting or biological issue such as ADHD. I think most people misunderstand gentle parenting. It’s not meant to be permissive parenting, but usually turns into it. Permissive isn’t great in anyone’s book. If you are gentle, that is fine. However, also make sure you are consistent, firm, have high expectations and have clear rules. For example, in our house, we use kind words. When someone cannot use kind words, they cannot be at the table. Set the child aside for 5 mins, and if the child uses kind words, the child can return. Repeat as needed with longer breaks if needed. The child may have an extinction burst, which is basically a major temper tantrum when she learns she can’t have her way, but the extinction burst should only last for one day. Do not address anything she says during the tantrum. Make her sit aside until she can be kind. OR take a parenting class.[/quote]
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