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Question: At grocery stores and other public places, I often see parents being harsh toward their children, who are understandably tired and impatient. What is reasonable to expect from a child in this kind of situation, and what is reasonable to expect from a parent? Jan Hunt responds

Question: I get angry with my kids all the time. Usually I end up yelling at them, and this gets them to do what I want, but I feel terrible afterward. Mark Brandenburg responds

Question: What exactly is “attachment parenting” as it applies to all ages, not just babies? My children are moving beyond the breastfeeding, babywearing and family bed stage... Jan Hunt responds

Question: Our two boys, ages 7 and 9, are constantly fighting. The only thing that works is to separate them -- my wife with one, and I take the other. It's driving us nuts. Do you have any suggestions? Mark Brandenburg responds

Question: I am recently separated from my wife... have you found within your experience that children in this position cannot handle criticism well and flaunt you in regard to what you have taught them in the past? Jan Hunt Responds

 

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