Time out corner

Does time-out work? Find out why we don't use time-out with our kids, and try one of these gentle, respectful, alternatives to time-out.

We set up a calming corner in our house to do time-ins instead of time-outs and create a safe space for our kids to be able to reflect and think. We want to raise happy, caring, and mindful individuals. Thank you to Generation Mindful for the wonderful posters and IKEA for the affordable frames. We also love our engaging and educational Usborne books that help children to explore their feelings and emotions!

Calm down corner!

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Did you know that time-outs can potentially lead to psychological and emotional problems in your children? Research has shown that time-out is

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Ronia loves having a cozy place to go to calm down and she calls it her "pink zone." Learn How to Create a Calm Corner for Your Toddler...

I love this idea. I have two little kids, they always screaming or making trouble at home. Though time out is controversial, sometimes we have to choose this way. This is a calm and effective way for parents and school teachers to correct their negative behaviors. You can use a glass hourglass from local decor […]