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How to Connect with Your Child (and Build a Strong, Close Relationship)

Learn how to connect with your child, rebuild closeness, and handle tough moments so your child feels safe—and wants to cooperate.

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How to Stay Connected to Your Teen

Your teen's fierce need for independence doesn't mean he can't (or shouldn't) stay connected to you.

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Why One-on-One Time with You Is So Important for Your Child

You know that Dr. Laura recommends Special Time as one of the five essential preventive maintenance practices. But why? Here's the research on why One-on-One Time with you Is so...

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The Transition from Connecting: When Your Child Wants More More More!

Five reasons kids often struggle when you end Special Time and solutions to transform the drama.

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How to Build a Strong Relationship with Your Child (What Really Matters)

What builds a strong parent-child relationship? Learn how connection shapes cooperation, trust, and behavior—and how to strengthen your bond over time.

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Why You Need to Reconnect with Your Child Every Day

Why daily connection matters—and how small moments of closeness help your child cooperate, regulate emotions, and stay connected to you.

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Ten Habits That Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Child

10 simple daily habits to strengthen your relationship with your child—so they feel close to you and want to listen and cooperate.

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How to Respond to Your Child in Ways That Build Trust and Connection

Why kids stop opening up—and how to respond in ways that build trust, strengthen connection, and keep your child coming to you.

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Connection Parenting: Why Kids Need Connection Before They Can Cooperate

Why kids need connection before they can listen. Learn how connection improves behavior and what to do when your child won’t cooperate.

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Connection: Your “Magic Wand” for Less Drama and More Cooperation

Struggling with power struggles or disconnection? Learn how connection can reduce conflict, calm emotions, and help your child cooperate.