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Koemba’s introductory module ‘Coaching Approach to Parenting’ (30 hours) commences in Mardyke House, Cork on 3 November 2010: 8 Wednesday evenings 7:00 – 9:45 & 1 Saturday (TBA), Facilitator: Elizabeth Garry Brosnan Your opportunity to learn the hugely helpful skills and insights of Parent Coaching. Foundation module commencing in Jobstown, Dublin 24 on 26 November.
“I hate you!” Spat from the mouth of the toddler or teenager, those words can erode the confidence of any parent.
It’s tempting to react. Fight back or disappear into our own shell when so blatantly under attack.
‘Controversial Bracelets banned at Fermoy schools’ (‘The Avondhu’ Thursday Sep 23, 2010)
The photo showed cute, colourful bracelets like any little girl might be wearing. There are the playground crazes, but this is not as innocuous as marbles or card swapping. The name rings the warning bells …
Anita’s song captures all our mothering worries, whether we say them out loud or if they’re the thoughts chasing through our heads. Mothers seem to be programmed to be continually asking questions about the child’s welfare.
We forget these questions have a ‘sell-by’ date.
As Parents there’s times when we really need our children to listen to our instructions. Parent Coach Val Mullally gives some practical inisghts and tips on how to talk so kids will be able to HEAR what we’re trying to communicate – and respond.
Parent Contradicts
What effect does it have on children when they receive conflicting messages?
