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Discipline: The Brazelton Way

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I was not sure what age span was addressed in this new little book on discipline, but because I am an avid Brazelton fan, I bought it anyway. Although, there is quite a bit of general discipline philosophy and information in the book, I feel the majority of it is geared to parents and teachers of 1-6 year olds. Sometimes the text refers to "older children"; but, from the advice that is given on topics like stealing and lying, I would say older children means ages 7-10. I do think all the information makes good sense and is in keeping with the many other Brazelton books. I particularly like the section of the book that explains a variety of discipline techniques...one by one. The authors include pros and cons on each one-- which I found unique and helpful. The last part of the book gives solutions to some common misbehaviors like biting, tantrums, sibling fights, foul language, and lying. I found this section convenient to quickly look up a particular problem--where the authors offer concise, easy to understand information on the why's and what to do's with a number of troublesome behaviors. If you have a 2, 3, 4, or 5 year old, I would like to also highly recommend another "little book" with a similar philosophy for parents and teachers of preschoolers called "The Pocket Parent" --It's an A-Z quick-read compendium addressing many more hot-button issues (such as morning crazies, the gimmes, "I hate you's", not listening, and interrupting.) This book is a practical "hands-on" companion to "Discipline: The Brazelton Way". Additionally, "The Pocket Parent" offers a good dose of comforting humor as well as helpful, short, real-life anecdotes that clearly demonstrate many of the suggested positive discipline techniques in both books. Both books are reasonably priced and a worthwhile addition to your personal or school reference library...always ready to restore your sanity at a moment's notice--especi! ally whe n you feel you're just about to lose your mind!

I highly recommend this book to parents of toddlers and preschoolers who need a little discipline. We have a 3.5yr old who has recently started pushing the limits and we didn't know how to react and make him not talk back, etc. Already the touchpoints given in this book have helped in our house!

For parents wanting quick advice that works, this book is a keeper!

Brazelton makes it easier to be a parent, especially on some of the tougher areas of the job. He lays out clearcut ways to improve behavior (your child's and your own!) and strengthen the relationship between parent and child. It's not rocket science, just good, practical advice to review when the going gets tough.

I read the book as soon as I got it home. We were having discipline problems with out almost 4 year old and with a new sibling in the mix we didn't want to make drastic changes again in his life. I often read the book when I'm frustrated by my childrens actions and it helps me to understand their way of thinking and how to make the correct discipline choices to fit the exact situation. Thanks Berry Brazelton!

This is the most useful book on parenting I've ever read. It is clear, straightforward, practical, and respectful of children and parents. Thank you.

I really liked this approach to discipline in theory, but it just dosen't cut it in the real world. I have a very headstrong toddler and he walked all over me with these approaches. I really like Is it a Big Problem or a Little Problem?, which I am currently reading. It has many more real-life solutions than the Discipline book did.

This book has a lot of good information. It has helped me to redefine what discipline is. As it says in the Introduction, "Discipline is Teaching"

This is the theme that runs through the book, and it is mentioned many times, but the book does not come out and hit you with it. I had to extract this most important general lesson through a lot of contemplation while reading.

Many times throughout the book, I crossed out the word "Discipline" and wrote "lesson" or "teaching" and it makes much more sense that way.

What are the lessons? We are teaching children a system of fair rules and the positive and negative consequences for following them or not. This leads to self-control, self-regulation. Self-discipline is the goal of discipline.

This book challenges us:
"To raise a morally developing, emotionally competent child will ultimately be more rewarding than simply an obedient one."

This should be called a brochure and not a book. It is very light, basic and not too helpful. I love Brazelton but this isn't one of my favorites by him.

This book is okay... the way it's written, I'm just not enjoying reading it - but the information is fine. A lot of common sense stuff.

Discipline teaches our children right from wrong and to care about doing right, to think of others before themselves. Too bad we can't raise the current generation of adults all over again. Hopefully today's parents, with the help of this book, will do better.