Parenting is hard work! But it can also be fun and rewarding. There are many things you can do to help build a safe, stable, and nurturing relationship with your child. This website will help you handle some common parenting challenges, so you can be a more confident parent and enjoy helping your child grow.

• OVERVIEW OF ESSENTIALS: Find out more about the development of these resources
• CREATING STRUCTURE & RULES: Set expectations using family rules, reward charts, and daily schedules
• USING CONSEQUENCES Learn about consequences like ignoring and distraction and tips for discipline
• COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR CHILD Get information on skills like praise and active listening
• GIVING DIRECTIONS Encourage your child to listen by giving simple, effective directions
• USING TIME-OUT Get tips on when, where, and how to use time-out

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/parents/essentials/index.html