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Janet Lansbury is an American parenting educator and author known for her work inspired by Magda Gerber’s RIE philosophy. She hosts the popular podcast 'Unruffled' and writes extensively on respectful parenting, focusing on nurturing children’s independence and emotional intelligence.
Known for: No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame
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No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame
This book by parenting expert Janet Lansbury offers practical guidance on disciplining toddlers with respect and empathy. Drawing from the principles of RIE (Resources for Infant Educarers), Lansbury emphasizes understanding children’s emotions, setting clear boundaries, and maintaining calm authority without resorting to shame or punishment. The book provides real-life examples and actionable advice for parents seeking to foster cooperation and emotional growth in their young children.
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Understanding Why Toddlers Test Limits
Every toddler, no matter how loving their environment or structured their routine, will inevitably test limits. From pulling hair to defying bedtime, these are not signs of defiance or disrespect; they are acts of exploration. I often tell parents to see this testing not as misbehavior but as a sear...
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The Power of Clear Boundaries and Calm Authority
Many parents hesitate to assert authority because they confuse firmness with harshness. But authority, in its truest sense, is love expressed through structure. In RIE’s view, freedom and boundaries are not opposites—they depend on each other. A child only feels free to explore when they know the li...
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About Janet Lansbury
Janet Lansbury is an American parenting educator and author known for her work inspired by Magda Gerber’s RIE philosophy. She hosts the popular podcast 'Unruffled' and writes extensively on respectful parenting, focusing on nurturing children’s independence and emotional intelligence.
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Janet Lansbury is an American parenting educator and author known for her work inspired by Magda Gerber’s RIE philosophy. She hosts the popular podcast 'Unruffled' and writes extensively on respectful parenting, focusing on nurturing children’s independence and emotional intelligence.
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