subject: Positive Parenting: Stop! Take a Deep Breath [print this page] So, the next time your child does something that upsets you, remember to stop. The best parenting tip is not to do anything at all for a moment. Don't speak. Don't move. Take a moment to think about what has just happened. Positive parenting asks you to think about what happened from your child's perspective. Don't forget to take a moment to calm down.
