The 5 effective RIE-inspired techniques I employ to discipline my toddler

How to discipline your child without shouting, punishments, or bribes that foster long-term behavioral change

From disciplining my toddler to supporting his budding independence, here is how I incorporate RIE’s Educaring approach into my parenting style

Why I need to stop asking Lee, “Okay?” all the time

Demystifying the three “controversial” parenting methods we chose including baby-led weaning, the Feber sleep training method, and a Montessori household

The reflective questions we asked ourselves to help us identify our parenting style

Quick-and-easy sensory bin fillers using materials you already have at home

Learn from my early sensory bin mistakes to save yourself the clean-up headache and maximize your little one’s experience

Our experience moving Lee out of the crib and into a “big boy bed”

How we created and outfitted a Montessori-inspired wardrobe and dressing area for Lee

Yes, and here’s why.

After an exceptionally tough day of parenting, I realized that all Lee wanted was some love and attention and it truly made everything so much better

How we ended the diaper-changing battle with our toddler by employing these RIE-inspired techniques

Here are the toys and activities Lee loves right now to help him learn colors, practice sorting, and develop fine motor skills

Pointers on how to convert your limited space into a Montessori-inspired area

The easy changes and kid-friendly additions we made to update our front door space to create a Montessori entryway

Debunking my own and common misconceptions about the Resources for Infant Educarers (RIE) and respectful parenting

How we got our food-flinging monster to leave food on his plate and off the floor

If you’re interviewing for a nanny position, here are the key questions to determine if your disciplinary style and the family’s parenting style are a good match

How to help your partner survive the two-week wait