Being a parent is one of the most difficult jobs a person will ever have. We all want the best for our children and for them to live a life full of love, happiness and abundance. There’s so much excitement when a child is born; all the hopes and dreams. As the baby grows and begins to explore their world, parents often begin to feel frustrated and overwhelmed at how to best manage the new behaviors exhibited by their child. | Three Keys to Encourage Positive Behavior in Your Child by Robyn Ladinsky MSW Life and Parenting Coach I. Introduction II. Feelings III. Discipline A. Rewards B. Punishment C. Natural Consequences D. Logical Consequences IV. Consistency V. Where to Start INTRODUCTION Being a parent is one of the most difficult jobs a person will ever have. We all want the best for our children and for them to live a life full of love happiness and abundance. There s so much excitement when a child is born all the hopes and dreams. As the baby grows and begins to explore their world parents often begin to feel frustrated and overwhelmed at how to best manage the new behaviors exhibited by their child. Below you will find three keys in helping you manage your child s behavior. You will learn Why acknowledging and accepting your child s feelings and perceptions are vital. Why rewards and punishments don t work. What types of discipline does work and why. The importance of consistency. Where to get .