Positive Parenting

When you have bits of cereal in your hair or you're listening to the wails of a tiny person who refuses to get in the car, the term "Positive Parenting" may make you grit your teeth and roll your eyes.

But Positive Parenting isn’t about being perfect, always being cheerful, or having the most photogenic Instagram. “Positive Parenting” gives words to what parents do every day—challenges included—and keeps the big picture in mind.

The Nine Elements of Positive Parenting

Parenting comes with mistakes and missteps. What makes a parent great is recognizing when things haven’t gone right and responding with love to repair the relationship. This article helps parents put positive parenting into action.

Positive Parenting Infographic

Positive parenting describes a set of parental behaviors that support a child’s capacity to love, trust, explore, and learn. Share these key elements of positive parenting and how to incorporate them in everyday moments.

Both resources are available in Arabic, Bengali, English, Haitian Creole, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese.