Tag Archives: Boundaries

What is Your Parental Authority Based on?

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Peter Sessum

By: Peter Sessum There is no quicker way to prove to your child that you have no power over them than to yell, “Respect my authoritah!” While parents do not have to rule with an iron fist, there needs to … Continue reading →

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Tip #34: Extreme Parenting, Bad for You, Bad for Baby

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Peter Sessum

The recent Time magazine cover and article has brought breast feeding and extreme parenting into the national discussion. (The dad’s perspective is noticeably absent.) My advice, especially for dads, is not to get distracted by the sensational and focus on … Continue reading →

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Tip#15: Careful What Precedent You Set

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Peter Sessum

You really have to watch what you teach your kid. This can be a tough one because it means a lot of self reflection best done before the kid is born. It also means keeping a close eye on your … Continue reading →

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Tip #1: There can only be one Alpha

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Peter Sessum

As a sergeant in the Army I had a saying, “Pets, privates and children all have one thing in common. If you aren’t in charge, they are.” This is true, all three need boundaries. If you don’t aren’t the one … Continue reading →

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