Establishing Boundaries with Kids: A Parent's Guide to Negotiating Limits and Improving Parent-Child Interactions

By: Kristi Miller MA, LMFT

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Synopsis: Create a happier home through healthy boundaries Parenting is incredibly rewarding—and also full of frustrating moments. This is especially true if you're raising a spirited and strong-willed child. Fortunately, with this guide in hand, you can learn how to build healthy boundaries that foster better behavior, reduce tension, and generate mutual respect. What sets this boundaries book apart from other parenting books: A comprehensive overview—Gain a thorough understanding of what it means to set boundaries as you explore the four main types, the major benefits, and how they're integral to healthy relationships. Strategies for setting rules—Learn how to establish clearly defined age-appropriate rules and how to enforce them through consistency and open communication. Relatable anecdotes—Find reassurance that you're not alone, with stories inspired by real life that illustrate these strategies in action. Cultivate calm and encourage good behavior with help from Establishing Boundaries with Kids.