Discipline and Behavior ...to child discipline is positive discipline — that is, praise over punishment. Children, like adults, are hard-wired to respond to positive discipline. Rewards and incentives teach kids to behave better... By karlabookman
disciplineHealthy Discipline Do’s and Don’ts Discipline is necessary—children need it in order to learn and grow. This article isn’t to dissuade you from trying to discipline your child, but rather, to provide guidance around how... By Roopa Srinivasan
dadsThe Balancing Act: ‘My Husband Feels He Must Discipline Me By Hitting Me’ ...health, and more. Danger Signs: I’m married for five years and I face domestic violence. My husband feels the only way to discipline me is by hitting me. Sonali:... By Sonali Gupta
breastfeedingMonday Mashup: How Greek Parents Discipline Every week, we scour the web to bring you interesting bits and pieces from around the world. Enjoy! How Greek Parents Discipline It’s always interesting to read about other cultures... By The Swaddle Team
all agesNo Excuse for Spanking ...THAN YOU THINK Many parents argue that spanking is essential for discipline. But the purpose of discipline is to teach a child right from wrong, to help him understand his... By Rupal Patel
disciplineThe Balancing Act: ‘I’m Preoccupied And The Moment Just Passes’ ...back once in a while for juggling between these roles. — Tiny Troublemaker: How does one discipline a toddler? Do naughty corners and time-outs work? Sonali: Toddlerhood is a period when children... By Sonali Gupta
Cop OutWe Need to Stop Confusing Punishment With Justice ...in children. In the long term, it leads them to associate violence with control and discipline, a tactic they then perpetuate in adulthood. For example, one study involving parents in... By Rajvi Desai
Harmonious Co-existenceCan Occult Disciplines Like Astrology, Tarot Improve Mental Health? ...says. Some people with expertise in occult disciplines, too, share Hexdall’s views and understand the boundaries of their discipline. “Sometimes when people come to me with their problems and I... By Devrupa Rakshit
all agesHow Parents Influence Emotional Development in Children Parents play a strong role in emotional development in early childhood. Your actions, reactions, teachings, even your mere presence greatly impact children’s emotional health. Love, acceptance, example, and discipline are... By Dr. RK Anand
Iron Out The KinksKink 101: Everything You Need to Know About BDSM BDSM, or Bondage and Discipline, Dominance and Submission, and Sadism and Masochism, is a sexual practice that includes a variety of sexual identities and activities. BDSM is often regarded as... By Rajvi Desai
all agesHow Parents, Grandparents Can Work Together ...They followed all the rules and discipline with their kids—now it is your turn. Pampering from grandparents will not adversely impact a child’s demeanor as long as you have forged... By Rupal Patel
all agesHow A Child Becomes A Bully (And What To Do) ...most importantly, family counselling. Inconsistent discipline can also be a factor that can influence bullying behaviour. Sometimes, when parents notice their child’s aggressive behaviour, they choose to believe that it’s... By Sonali Gupta
dadsGood Cop‑Bad Cop Parenting: Some Pros, More Pitfalls ...more permissive, or less comfortable with rule enforcement or discipline, than the other, or the reverse – stricter and more authoritarian. This can force the other parent into the opposite... By The Swaddle Team
Enough Is EnoughTeacher Punishes 6‑year‑old for Whistling by Pulling Down His Pants ...forms of corporal punishment only increase problematic behavior, and that positive discipline – lavishing praise on good behavior and ignoring minor disruptions — is a far more effective way of... By The Swaddle Team
The Right WayPraising Good Behavior in the Classroom Works Better Than Correcting Disruption ...latest in a growing body of evidence that has found positive discipline goes farther toward changing kids’ behavior than punishing their bad behavior. The finding feels particularly well-timed, given the... By The Swaddle Team
Much Ado About BrasIn Conversation: On Bras and Entrance Exams ...in an examination, and why clothing stirs anxieties around decorum and discipline. On Monday this week, students appearing for the National Eligibility-Entrance Test (NEET) near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, were forced to... By The Swaddle Team
all agesChoosing Child Care Outside Your Home ...too many queries. Here is what to look for in child care options and questions to ask when choosing child care. Environment Discipline Who is in charge? What happens if... By Dr. Koyeli Sengupta
caste of waterDalit Student’s Death in Jalore Shows How Corporal Punishment Is Intertwined With Caste ...corporal punishment, which is often used as a tool to discipline someone — especially Dalit students — for violating unspoken norms. The Swaddle reported earlier how casteism thrives in India’s... By Amlan Sarkar
