Hi. I'm Kate. Peaceful Parenting, Confident Kids is a parenting journey involving two beautiful girls (13 months apart) and discovering the wonderful world of RIE.
Category Archives: Peaceful Discipline
Why I Allow my Kids to Struggle Over Toys
My daughters have always had a rather volatile relationship. Born just 13 months apart and with polar opposite personalities, they have often struggled living their daily lives in each other’s company particularly when it comes to sharing toys. In the … Continue reading
Sibling Rivalry: When Losing is Not an Option
Sibling Rivalry has taken on a new meaning in our household over the past couple of months. Our children have both nominated themselves to compete in the Russell Household Olympics, competing in events such as Who is the fastest Dresser, … Continue reading
Why I Yelled and Why I’m Sorry!
TODAY, I YELLED! I had had an emotional morning for a variety of (non-kid related) reasons. I found myself spiralling out of control as I was dealing with soiled pants, a child who was objecting to being cleaned and another … Continue reading
Making it Through Witching Hour… Without Losing It!
I often wonder what our neighbours think we are doing to our children as their screams echo around the walls of our house during the afternoon witching or arsenic hour as it is commonly known. As much as we thoroughly prepare for … Continue reading
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