DO NOT yell and threaten. STOP! It does not change behavior. Harsh words hurt the emotions of a child. Physical abuse hurts the body, but verbal abuse hurts the heart. Consequences change the behavior.

DO NOT be permissive. Boundaries provide security. Many parents are too tired to lead. Someone needs to be in charge. Children cannot train themselves and must learn how to live independently. Be a leader during leadership time and you will be a friend when it is friendship
time.

DO NOT punish for bedwetting, speech progress, accidents, grouchiness when tired, sports performance, and when they have good grades but get one bad one.

DO NOT fail to give a warning when it is time to adjust to a new activity. Children are helped by saying, "In five minutes we are eating dinner."

DO NOT forget to discipline developmentally. Decide if this is willful defiance or childish misbehavior. Starting at eighteen months your child will start to assert their will. Keep your expectations realistic for their age.

DO NOT fail to balance love and limits. The greatest gift you can give your child is providing unconditional love. Have the energy and courage to provide boundaries. Tell your child you love them, write them notes about what you prize about them.

DO NOT stop praying. God, the ultimate Father can guide you through the
Developmental stages of your child.