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- 10, 11 years (M) - Wayzata Children's Clinic
10, 11 years (male) Nutrition It is your responsibility to eat 3 meals every day of healthy foods. The Food Pyramid is available to help guide your choices. No one is perfect, but try to make many more healthy choices than "junk food" choices. Breakfast is important — it sets your energy level for the whole day. You will do better not only at school but also at after-school activities just by eating a good breakfast. Try to eat at least 3-4 foods every day that have calcium (milk, yogurt, calcium-fortified orange juice). Your bone strength and growth (now and in the future) depends on it. Many adults wish they had known to eat better when they were younger. Some illnesses could have been prevented by eating more fiber (fruits and vegetables, breads and cereals). You can take on more responsibility for creating your meals and helping with the shopping. Try to eat with your family as much as possible. As your life gets busier, you will want this time to sit and talk with your mom or dad. Some people your age are concerned about their size and weight. If you eat well, drink water, and exercise, your body will naturally grow at its'own pace. If you are concerned about your size, or a friend's, please talk to your health care provider. Wellness Visits You probably have only one set of molars (4 teeth) due to come in. Good brushing now will pay you back well later in life. See your dentist 2 times a year. Teeth Your body still needs at least 10 hours of sleep a night to rest and store up energy for the next day. Try not to save all of your "think time" for bedtime — it often delays falling asleep. Sleep Always wear your seatbelt and sit in the back seat of the car. Wear your helmet if you are riding a bike or in-line skating, even if no one else does. Permanent, life-changing injuries have resulted from simple accidents. Wear sunscreen if you are outside. A good tan is not worth cancer. Never go near water without an adult, and wear your life jacket if boating. Never take medicine (including vitamins) without your mom or dad helping you figure out how much you need. Too much can cause serious illness. Give your body only the best. Make the decision now that you will never smoke, take drugs, or drink alcohol. Talk with your family about how they feel, and about what you learn in school. Practice what you would say if someone (a friend or stranger) offered you cigarettes, drugs, or alcohol. Your friends and family may not do many things together, but introduce them to each other. They all care about you, just in different ways. Take a basic first aid class and maybe even a babysitting class. If you are in sports, make sure the playing areas are kept up well, and all protective equipment fits and is in good shape. Never share head gear. Safety Many people your age spend a lot of time with friends. Sometimes parents feel that you do not care about them as you used to. Participate in scheduling a "family" event at least once a week, and sit and talk with your mom or dad at least a little every day. You may find that you disagree more now with their rules and beliefs. You are different people. Talk openly about how you feel or things you'd like to change. And remember to take some "free time" just for yourself every day. Family You may have noticed that some of the girls you know have started showing signs of "puberty", or body changes. It is normal for girls to start their body changes before boys. These changes can make people curious, excited, nervous, or embarrassed, so respect other people's feelings and privacy. And remember, your time will come, too. Boys usually start noticing body changes (armpit and pubic hair, facial hair, acne, body odor) at ages 12-14, with the largest height growth between ages 13-16. If you have any questions about body changes or sexuality, please ask your mom or dad or your health care provider. There are also many good books on these topics and we would be happy to give you suggestions. We look forward to seeing you again for a check-up next year. Please feel free to call us if you have any questions about your body or health. Try to be at least 10 minutes early for all of your check-ups. Growth Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- COVID-19 - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Read what we're doing to protect the health and safety of our patient families, providers, and staff. COVID-19 Updates COVID-19 Testing Testing is available at Wayzata Children's Clinic by appointment only and may be advised depending on your child's symptoms. Due to supply fluctuations, we do not always have same day testing options. Supply and demand change daily, so please inquire when you call. If your child requires testing for an exposure, we encourage use of MDH or Carver county testing sites so we may preserve appointments for children who are ill. Frequently asked questions from parents including vaccination after having COVID illness MDH Testing Sites Carver County Community Testing Site Daily updates on where to find test kits Free at-home COVID-19 tests Close contacts and quarantining If you are sick or positive COVID-19 Vaccination We are working on being able to provide the COVID-19 vaccine and boosters for our patients. Please check back here for updates. Vaccine information sheets Click here to view the latest vaccine fact sheets. For general vaccine questions, call the MDH COVID-19 vaccine hotline at (651) 297-1304 or 1 (800) 657-3504 or visit the MDH website. If you live in Carver county, you may also call the COVID-19 call center at (952) 361-1559. What to expect at your child’s visit Open Clinic is suspended, no walk-ins. Please call to schedule. To reduce illness transmission, we require masks for patients and families over the age of 2. We ask that you inform staff of illness symptoms during check-in so our staff can take appropriate precautions. If your child has tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 10 days, we ask that you reschedule their visit until 10 days have passed since illness symptoms began or from a positive COVID-19 test, whichever occurs first. Telehealth Many appointments (medication follow ups, skin concerns, certain illness visits) can be done via telehealth. Our schedulers can guide you on whether this is an option for your child's appointment. 24 Hour Nurse Help Line During clinic hours, Wayzata Children's Clinic's Registered Nurses (RNs) are available for consultation. For after-clinic-hour concerns, RNs from the Children's Health Network (associated with Children's Hospital) are available. These nurses will answer your questions or, if necessary, put you in contact with a Wayzata Children's Clinic Pediatrician, who is on-call seven days a week, 24 hours a day. For life-threatening emergencies, please dial 911. Fact Sheets for COVID-19 Testing COVID-19 Test: BD Veritor System for Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2-BD COVID-19 Test: Cepheid Xpert Xpress SARS-CoV-2 Resources CDC Minnesota Department of Health Healthy Children Talking to Children about Coronavirus MN Vaccine Hunters Vaccine Spotter MN MN Vaccine Connector Fact Sheets & Resources Book vaccine appointment > We highly recommend the COVID-19 vaccine for ages 6+ months and the COVID-19 booster for ages 5+ years and encourage you to get it wherever you can. There is ample supply in our community with multiple opportunities to get it. Vaccine is available at community clinics, pharmacy chains, and Mall of America which is a child friendly environment. Spring Park pharmacy, Carver County, Hennepin County , and Wright County have scheduling links. Use the MN Vaccine Hunters website or Vaccine Locator to find other vaccines in your area. Parent resource link from MDH *Additional slots opened 6/23/2022! Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Asthma Care - Wayzata Children's Clinic
To better meet the needs of our patients with asthma, and to better manage each individual's asthma, Wayzata Children's Clinic has developed an Asthma Service Line. Our service line is based on the most current research about asthma and the most current national asthma guidelines to promote the optimal health of our patients. Our Asthma management will help to maximize each patient's potential lung functioning and minimize exacerbations and the need for rescue medications. Services Rendered to Asthma Patients Comprehensive asthma assessment at least two times per year to ensure each patient is on the proper medications to promote optimal lung function. Written individualized Asthma Action Plan for families to have at home and at school, including emergency medical plan Yearly lung function testing (starting at age 5 if patient is able). Allergy testing (if appropriate). Individualized education and training about asthma and proper use of medications and medication devices. Yearly influenza vaccine. Management of asthma exacerbations. Appropriate follow up of exacerbations and ER or urgent care visits. If you have an Asthma Consult appointment scheduled, please bring the following with you to your appointment: All asthma medications. Completed Asthma Control Test (ACT). Asthma Care Asthma Information and Education Websites Minnesota Department of Health National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America American Lung Association of Minnesota Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Contact Us - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Fill out the form below to send us a message. Contact Us Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Thank You! Best Pediatric Practice! - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
We are BEYOND honored to be voted as #1 Best Pediatric Practice! Thank You! Best Pediatric Practice! We are beyond honored to have been voted as #1 Best Pediatric Practice in the Best of Lake Minnetonka 2023 issue from Lake Minnetonka Magazine ! Thank you! We feel the support from your patient families and are grateful and humbled that you continue to choose us for your child's medical care. View the magazine article here! Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Don't Miss Out: 2025 Clinic Scholarship Applications Now Open! - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Mark your calendars! Apply by August 1, 2025, to win a $500 scholarship. Don't Miss Out: 2025 Clinic Scholarship Applications Now Open! We are delighted to offer five Wayzata Children's Clinic scholarships to current patients who intend to pursue post-secondary education in 2025. Detailed eligibility criteria are available on the application. Click here to submit your application! The application deadline is August 1, 2025. Last Year's Winners Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- 3 years - Wayzata Children's Clinic
3 years Nutrition Offer 3 meals and 2-3 snacks a day, consisting of the same healthy foods that you serve the rest of the family. Let your child decide how much of those foods to eat. Most children at this age are influenced by the eating habits of other people (family, friends, daycare, etc.) and can make a big deal over the color, appearance, and smell of certain foods. Try to downplay any commotion, and praise whatever is eaten. Mealtime should be as pleasant as possible, and you have already established control by offering good choices. A minimum of 2 cups (about 16 ounces) of skim or 1% milk is recommended daily for most children. If your child attends daycare or preschool, ask about the foods served and your child's eating habits and manners away from home. Most children are interested in what will make them bigger, faster, smarter, and stronger, so take a beginner's look at the USDA Food Pyramid (ask us if you would like a copy) with your child and explain why good food choices will help her be better at whatever she chooses to do. You are still your child's primary tooth brusher. Brush at least twice a day with a small amount of toothpaste. Dental visits are recommended every 6 months. Wellness Visits Most children sleep 8-12 hours a night and may take a 1-2 hour nap. Naps sometimes become "rest periods" at this age but still allow both the child and caregiver to have a break. Try to make bedtime as pleasant as possible. As the imagination develops, dreams may seem more real and can be frightening. It is often helpful to establish, with your child, a series of questions your child can ask herself if frightened (Is the frightening object real or pretend? Was the noise one I've heard before?). Or, establish actions your child can take to help herself (turn on the light, look at a book). See handout on "Common Childhood Sleep Concerns" if needed. Sleep Toilet training can be a thrilling developmental stage, or a time of power struggles. It is important to understand your child's need to follow her own timing. If already trained, she may occasionally regress (especially at times of stress, such as changes in the household, vacations, starting preschool, illness). If not yet trained, your child will train quickly when interested and ready, and not a minute sooner!! Your job is to support and praise her for her successes, help her understand that accidents do happen, and remove all attention from unwanted behavior. Elimination Minnesota law requires all children to be in appropriately sized, federally approved car restraints until they are age 4 and 40 pounds. Know where your child is at all times, and supervise play activities. Start discussing "good" and "bad" touch and appropriate contact with strangers. Keep all medications and toxic household products in a locked cabinet and make sure all have working safety caps. We also recommend that you keep the Poison Control Center (800-222-1222) number handy. Remember: children imitate parents, so avoid taking medications in front of your child. Use sunscreen (at least SPF 15) during all outdoor daytime activity. Animals are very attractive, but can harm if provoked. Teach your child to approach all animals (even your own) with caution and respect. If you have a gun, lock it out of site and lock the ammunition separately. If your child spends time away from home (friend's home, daycare, grandparents' home, etc.), ask to see if guns are accessible. Teach pedestrian safety skills, and always wear helmets when biking. Supervise all water activity and wear life vests when boating (it's the law). Shaken Baby Syndrome is preventable by taking breaks before you are desperate. Discuss this with your child's caregivers, too, and make sure everyone has the Crisis Connection phone number available (612-379-6363) Safety At this age, children begin to distinguish right from wrong and occasionally behave as expected! Safe, consistent limits and a predictable daily schedule are important. Encourage your child to control her behavior for positive attention and approval, and explain why certain behaviors are unacceptable. Adjustment to a sibling is a continuous process. At each new stage of development (of either child), rivalry may resurface. Attempt to let your children work things out on their own. Effective conflict resolution starts young. We look forward to seeing your child again at age FOUR. No vaccines are usually due. Please try to be at least 10 minutes early for all scheduled well-child visits. Family Adjustments Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Best Pediatric Practice by Lake Minnetonka Magazine - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
We've been named the best pediatric practice in 2022 by Lake Minnetonka Magazine. Thank you so much for choosing us as your partner to care for your children! Best Pediatric Practice by Lake Minnetonka Magazine We've been named the best pediatric practice in 2022 by Lake Minnetonka Magazine. Thank you so much for choosing us as your partner to care for your children! We'd also like to congratulate Dr. Lemieux for receiving a 2022 top doctor award by the Minneapolis St. Paul magazine! Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- 2023 New Baby Classes - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Join our pediatric providers in a FREE discussion on what to expect with your new baby. 2023 New Baby Classes Are you expecting a new baby, or have you recently given birth? Perhaps you aren't expecting yet, but you plan to have a baby in the future. Join our pediatric providers in a FREE discussion on what to expect with your new baby. Topics include newborn hospital care, breastfeeding, well visit schedules, immunizations, and much more. These classes are for any expectant or existing parents, grandparents, nannies, and any other caregivers for your child and family. All questions are welcome. Can't make it to one of the classes? Call to schedule a free get acquainted visit to meet with a provider and learn more about our clinic. Click here to view current class openings and to RSVP. Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- Share a Google Review for a chance to WIN! - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Share a Google Review for a chance to WIN! Share a Google Review for a chance to WIN! How was your clinic experience? Our goal is to provide a great experience every time you call or visit. Any patient family that submits a Google review before Jul 8, 2024 will be entered to WIN one of five Minnesota Made North Mallow S’more Kits! Thank you for your time and feedback. Good Luck! https://www.wcclinic.org/google-reviews Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- 2022 Annual Diaper Drive - News - Wayzata Children's Clinic
Our annual diaper drive is back from December 1 through December 31! 2022 Annual Diaper Drive Our annual diaper drive is back from December 1 through December 31! Last year, thanks to all of your donations, we more than DOUBLED our goal and ended just a few diapers away from breaking the Diaper Bank of Minnesota's record! This year's goal: 35,000 diapers! Did you know? More than 147,000 little ones in MN live in poverty Parents can't use public assistance like WIC to buy diapers One third of babies and toddlers don't have enough diapers You can help! All five of our Wayzata Children's Clinic sites are diaper bank drop-off sites. New or opened packages of diapers and/or wipes are gladly accepted. If you'd like to contribute but are unable to drop off items at one of our clinic locations, we have two registries available. Click the links below to view them. Amazon Registry Target Registry Thank you for getting behind a great cause! Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now
- 12 months - Wayzata Children's Clinic
12 months Nutrition Whole milk has largely replaced breastfeeding or formula by this time, with most children taking 12 to 16 ounces per day. This is an excellent time to wean your child to a cup if you have not already done so. Carrying a bottle around the house can lead to cavities in the front teeth, and is a difficult habit to stop. Having your child eat only in his high chair (for all meals and snacks) encourages him to be a part of the family meal, and avoids "grazing" habits and potential choking situations. Your child can have most table foods, and will probably wish to feed himself without your help. Fingers will work much better than utensils, although most children can start to use a spoon. Regular table meats are usually not chewed well by toddlers and should be cut into very small pieces (as with all other table foods). Appetites usually fall off at this age as a child's growth rate slows. The typical toddler eats well at only one or two meals each day (dinner is usually the pickiest) and eats better away from home. Avoid battles at the table. Your responsibility is to provide healthy food choices and praise whatever is eaten. You cannot make your child eat. See our handout "Feeding Your Toddler, Age 1 to 3" if you are interested in more information on age-appropriate serving sizes and choices. Remember...parents are encouraged to brush their child's teeth daily. This is a good age to introduce the toothbrush, as molars are soon to erupt. Toothpaste is unnecessary, but a small dab may be just the incentive for a resisting toddler. Wellness Visits Many 1 year-olds sleep 10-12 hours each night with 1-2 naps during the day. Your child may cry when placed in the crib for sleeping; be gentle but firm with night and nap routine. See our handout on "Sleep Concerns" if you need some ideas. Sleep Believe it or not, you have already started toilet-training your child. Every time you acknowledge his wet, dry, or messy diaper you are giving information about his body that will be used later when he learns to use the toilet. Remember to choose positive messages. Also, do not be alarmed if you see some undigested food in your child's stool. This is normal when he eats table foods. Elimination You now have a "touch and go" child. He touches everything in sight and then goes on to something new! Recheck all previously child-proofed areas, including the garage and lawn. Walking and crawling children at this age have more courage and often go down unguarded stairways or fall off furniture; constantly supervise. Everything goes into the mouth of a one-year old. We suggest that you keep the Poison Control Center (800-222-1222) phone number handy next to all of your home phones and programmed into your cell phone. Burns happen quickly at this age. Irons, curling rods, lamps, light bulbs, lighted cigarettes, candles and hot liquids are all becoming within reach. Remember, children should remain facing backward in their carseats until they are at least 20 pounds. And, they're in the back seat until age 12. Minnesota State Law requires all children under the age of 10 to wear a life-preserver when on any private boat. Find one that fits well. Avoid the potential for Shaken Baby Syndrome by taking breaks from your child before your temper flares. Call a relative or friend for help, or the Parent Warmline (612-813-6336). Call the Crisis Connection (612-379-6363) or Minneapolis Crisis Nursery (763-591-0100) if you're at the end of your rope. We would like to see your child again for a routine checkup at age FIFTEEN MONTHS. Talking, walking and social skills pick up by then, as do tantrums! The final PCV7 and HIB vaccines are due at that visit. Please try to be at least 10 minutes early for all scheduled well-child visits. Every day will bring something new. Watch for it! Safety Many parents ask when it is appropriate to begin disciplining their children. We probably begin at birth. The definition of the word "discipline" is " to teach socially acceptable behavior." We each have our own set of values that influence the behaviors we encourage or discourage. Additionally, as adults, we carry with us the way we were raised and disciplined by our own parents. Evaluate what you want, and do not want, to bring with you in your parenting. The following are a few basic principles you may want to consider when responding to your child's behavior: Be positive. One of our main goals in child rearing is to raise happy, competent children. We teach them how to behave correctly, versus telling them what they are doing wrong. Catch your child being good and tell him what to do versus what not to do. For example, "Write on paper only" versus "Don't write on the table." A good way to get a repeat performance of any behavior is to follow the first one with attention (positive or negative). Keep this in mind when you want your child to play nicely with toys, or when you want him to stop digging in the plants. Attention comes in many forms; eye contact, talking, and touch are the strongest. Know you limits. Take some time to decide how you want to handle a situation. It will be much easier to act appropriately when you know what you want to accomplish. Remember that a child's behavior turns to misbehavior when it goes beyond your limit. Set those limits clearly, and they are much more likely to be followed. All people have their own limits that are important, and others that are not as important. Consistency in parenting (and with all caregivers) greatly improves the chances that children will behave. And remember — the number one way children learn is by imitation. Be specific. Children need to know exactly what you expect of them. For example, "Please keep your feet still" is more direct and effective that "Stop wiggling around." Preserve your child's self-esteem while correcting behavior. Refrain from labeling or other demeaning comments. For example, "Swearing is not allowed in this house" directs the discipline at the behavior, while "You are a bad boy for swearing" directs the negativity at the child. Whenever safely possible, allow your child to learn by experience. For example, having a child touch something warm (with supervision) is more valuable in teaching the concept of "hot" than 20 reminders from the parent. Act quickly in your discipline. Giving a child too many chances, reminders or warnings suggests that you do not really mean what you say. Children quickly learn how many chances their parents will give. State your limit once, then calmly and appropriately do something. Stop negative behavior immediately and avoid verbal arguments. The longer a conflict persists between a parent and a child, the more out of control both become. Parents are good at having tantrums, too! When a child is arguing with you, he is in control. Set your limit, then refuse to argue about it. Walk away. Follow through on everything you say. If you say no, mean no. When a child can repeatedly get you to change your mind by having a tantrum, by screaming, begging, being defiant, or by being suddenly sweet-and-cuddly, he learns that "no" means "maybe." He also learns that he had great power over you which will be quite confusing to him. Spanking invites revenge. Whenever a child is hit, slapped, or spanked, discipline becomes punishment and usually the child's attention is diverted from his behavior to his pain and anger. He may totally forget that he just used his crayon to draw on the wall; he just gets angry that you hit him and his hand hurts. Again, children learn best by imitation. What do you want your child to imitate? Let your child know when he may get another chance. This reinforces trust, teaches forgiveness, and gives kids hope for better days. For example, "I'm setting aside your crayons for today; you can try using them correctly tomorrow." Do not be afraid to encourage the best in other children. You are not meddling by setting your own personal limits with other people's children. For example, if you expect good manners from your children, it is reasonable to expect them from other children when they are around you. Your children will notice this, and will see that your standards are consistent. Above all, remember that both you and your children are human and not perfect. We all make mistakes. Acknowledge this, be patient with yourself, and apologize to your child if you feel you have made a mistake. We are all grateful that children are young and forgiving! Enjoy your growth together. Discipline Locations Chaska (952) 448-3847 Location & Hours Delano (763) 230-2780 Location & Hours Maple Grove (763) 324-8000 Location & Hours Minnetonka (952) 473-0211 Location & Hours Spring Park (952) 495-8910 Location & Hours Save time. Book online! Book Now





