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PEPparent.org is dedicated to helping parents and caregivers build strong and harmonious family relationships so that children grow up in a supportive environment that fosters respect, cooperation, responsibility, and competence.
Time-outs can feel like the go-to solution… until they aren’t.

Swipe to explore 3 reasons to say no to time-outs and what to consider instead.

👉 Read more on our blog.
https://pepparent.org/3-reasons-to-say-no-to-time-outs/
January 31, 2026 at 5:02 PM
PEP’s foundational class will give you the tools to foster your child's independence, resilience, and cooperation. 

When: Wednesdays 8:30-9:30 PM ET, starting February 4th
Cost: $199
For: Parents of children of all ages

Join us!
https://www.pepparentonline.org/p/feb-encouragement-2026
January 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Live Webinar TONIGHT!

Join PEP tonight from 8–9 pm EST to learn how family meetings help children and adults listen, problem-solve, and work as a team—without blame or power struggles.

It's not too late to register!

https://pepparentonline.org/p/family-meetings-jan-2026
January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
What a gift it is to help our children understand this

Their feelings are like clouds in the sky
They drift. They gather. They disperse.

How they feel right now
won’t always be how they feel later
or even an hour from now.

And knowing that
can bring comfort and resilience.
January 26, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Sigh, See, Start is a practical, flexible parenting tool from Dr. Alison Escalante’s book that helps parents slow down, understand their child, and respond with intention instead of shame or punishment.

https://pepparent.org/why-we-should-all-just-take-a-breath-thoughts-on-sigh-see-start/
January 23, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Live Webinar TONIGHT!

Join PEP tonight from 8–9 pm EST to learn practical tools that help your child listen, reduce conflict around screens, and support calmer, connected family relationships in 2026.

Register now!
https://pepparentonline.org/p/3-parenting-insights
January 21, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Anger happens. What we DO with it matters.

Swipe through to learn 3 simple steps that help parents pause, cool off, and respond in ways that protect connection—rather than damage it.

👉 Read more on our blog:

https://pepparent.org/avoid-toxic-anger-in-three-steps/
January 19, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Join PEP on January 28 to learn how family meetings can build cooperation, teach valuable life skills, and create a harmonious home.

Save your spot.

https://pepparentonline.org/p/family-meetings-jan-2026
January 17, 2026 at 5:02 PM
According to Dr. Wendy Mogel, psychologist and author of Voice Lessons: What to Say, How to Say It, and When to Listen, common communication missteps often come from worry, fatigue, and unrealistic expectations—not lack of love or effort.

https://pepparent.org/top-9-tips-for-todays-parents/
January 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Join PEP’s live webinar on January 21 to learn a few powerful parenting tools that help reduce conflict, build connection, and bring more calm to everyday family life. 

Practical, research-based insights you can use right away!

Save your spot:

https://pepparentonline.org/p/3-parenting-insights
January 14, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Encouragement is a language—and like any language, it’s learned through practice.

At PEP, encouragement is woven through everything we teach because children don’t need to be pushed to improve. They need to know they belong, they matter, and their efforts count.
January 12, 2026 at 3:31 PM
When kids draw freely — no templates, no “right way” — they tap into independence, creativity, and confidence. 🎨✨

Turning their ideas into images strengthens the skills that support writing, communication, & problem-solving.

https://pepparent.org/when-children-make-art-their-brains-benefit/
January 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM
"Free Time" becomes a great gift when children are encouraged to develop some new ideas to try.

Learn how to provide encouragement to your child to be more self-sufficient:

https://pepparent.org/yes-your-kids-can-have-fun-on-their-own/
January 7, 2026 at 3:01 PM
The best gifts we give our kids aren’t wrapped — they’re the tiny moments of connection that remind them they’re loved. 💛✨

A wink. A handshake. A bedtime song. A few minutes of true presence.

This year, let’s focus on what really lasts.
January 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Instead of piling ambitious New Year’s resolutions onto an overflowing to-do list, resolve to take some things off in 2025.

Here are 7 ways to simplify your parenting for a more effective year. Read more here:

https://pepparent.org/7-new-years-resolutions-to-help-parents-do-more-by-doing-less/
January 3, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Here's to more parenting success in 2026! 🥳

#HappyNewYear #ParentingSupport #ParentingHelp
January 1, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Ready to feel more confident, connected, and supported as a parent in the new year?

PEP’s award-winning classes and resources will help you navigate real-life parenting challenges with tools that actually work.

See how PEP can support you!

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December 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Your preschooler learns through play, conversation, and real-life moments. 

From “shhh” sounds to naming emotions, these skills prepare them for school.

Visit our blog for more!

https://pepparent.org/from-baby-to-preschoolers-practical-ways-to-prepare-your-child-for-school-and-beyond/
December 26, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Quality time isn’t something to take away — it’s something that grounds them (and us). 

Put the phone down, lean in, and remember: it doesn’t take money to make it meaningful.

👉 Learn more in our December blog post!

https://pepparent.org/2025s-must-have-gift-for-kids-your-time/
December 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We don’t raise stronger kids by being harder on them. We raise stronger kids by showing them what steady, unconditional love feels like. 💕 

Let’s lead with compassion, not fear.

#ParentingQuotes #GentleParenting #MindfulParenting
December 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Sometimes the best moments with our kids are the simplest ones — just a little one-on-one time where they get to lead the way.

If you’re wondering how to start or what it can look like, our latest blog breaks it down in the easiest way.
https://pepparent.org/2025s-must-have-gift-for-kids-your-time/
December 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
This holiday season, give yourself permission to pause, breathe, and be kind to yourself. ❤️

Our holiday affirmations remind us: you are the parent your child needs, joy is possible, and it’s okay to ask for help.

Which one is your favorite?
December 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
From “Together Time” to simple rituals like secret handshakes or bedtime jokes, quality time doesn’t have to be long, fancy, or expensive — just real.

Ready to give the gift that actually lasts? 💛
👇 Read more in the full post!

https://pepparent.org/2025s-must-have-gift-for-kids-your-time/
December 17, 2025 at 2:03 PM
From parallel play to big curiosity, your toddler is building the skills they’ll bring to kindergarten.

Swipe through to see 4 simple things you can start today!

https://pepparent.org/from-baby-to-preschoolers-practical-ways-to-prepare-your-child-for-school-and-beyond/
December 15, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Instead of buying it all, teach it all. 

Your lessons outlast any toy. 🌱

#ParentingHelp #ParentingWisdom #IntentionalParenting
December 12, 2025 at 3:02 PM