Yeah, timeouts were a challenge, not that I wasn't trying to be consistent. It turned into my rolling my eyes every pediatric appointment. Ever tried to get a preschool aged child to stay seated while tending to an infant and toddler? One that is strong willed?

Too bad it wasn't until these last couple of years that I began hearing about it not being the end all and be all to parenting. Positive parenting, logical consequences, allowing the choice of punishment to be on their shoulders, not yours. It's about finding what works for you AND your child. Think about it, we, as adults have varying motivating factors, so don't our kids.

Proudly a Time Outs Failed Me Mom...

I'll tell you, 1, 2, 3...January, February and March of this year, my sons each came home with student of the month certificates...

Just don't let it eat at you-this discipline frustration ! It might not be you or your child in this equation.