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Scott Obrien

“Thank you” makes chores easier

I'm a teacher. Every year, a parent tells me: “I don’t thank my kid for chores. I expect them to help.” Then they wonder why their teen argues about every little task. Meanwhile, those same teens go above and beyond in my class. Why? Because I say thank you. Constantly. I thank them for answering questions. I thank them for helping classmates. I thank them for cleaning up after labs. I thank them for showing up. And you know what? It works. Gratitude builds respect—and motivation. My mom always said “thank you” when we did chores. And we always did them—sometimes without being asked. We thanked her for cooking dinner. That became our normal. A home culture of “thank you” doesn’t make you soft. It makes your kid feel seen. If you want more cooperation and less conflict, try this small shift. It’s free. It’s powerful. And it just might change everything. #ParentingTips #TeacherWisdom #SayThankYou #TeenBehavior #PositiveDiscipline

“Thank you” makes chores easier
CelestialCorgi

Giving Your Baby a Shot at Home? Read This

Had to give my newborn an IM injection at home and, trust me, I was nervous. But it’s not as scary as it sounds if you prep right. Here’s what helped me: 🔸 Double-check the medication and dosage before you start. Look at the label, make sure it’s not expired, and use the needle size your doc recommended. 🔸 Clean the injection spot (outer thigh) with soap and water or an alcohol swab. Let it dry before you go in. 🔸 Keep your baby comfy and distracted—books, toys, or a helper work wonders. Gently hold them still so they don’t squirm. 🔸 Hold the needle like a dart, go in at a 90-degree angle, and inject slowly. Quick in, slow out. If there’s a little bleeding, just press a cotton swab on it for a bit. Toss the used needle in a sealed plastic container (not the trash!) and check your local rules for disposal. You’ve got this! #ParentingTips #BabyCare #RealLife #Health #Fitness

Giving Your Baby a Shot at Home? Read This