If it’s a struggle every time you attempt an activity, then change your approach.

Parenting can mean daily struggles. Over the years I’ve done daycare, I’ve seen many children come into my house every morning with eyes that look like they’ve done quite a bit of crying already. Mom or Dad are totally frustrated and just can’t wait to get that kid dropped off at daycare and take off to work to get things calmed down.

I had those same types of situations with my own kids when they were little. It was my husband, Mike who taught me that if the situation is stressful every single time you get into it, then change the way you go into it.

For example, if your child throws a tantrum every single morning trying to get ready to leave the house, you need to change the routine. It might mean getting him up five to ten minutes earlier to give him just a little more time to wake up before you try to get him dressed.

If your daughter can’t make a decision on what outfit to wear for the day, but also doesn’t want any ideas from you, pick her outfit out the night before and have it lying on the end of the bed.

Whatever the situation is, adjust how it is approached by you and your child until it runs smoothly every single time. And remember, kids like consistency. Keep it consistent!