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Time Out Pad™
When to use time-outs
Generally speaking, time-outs are a last resort in response to ‘unacceptable behavior’, the definition of which can vary from family to family. Time-outs can be used when dealing with issues like violence towards other members of the family, dangerous play, rudeness, swearing, continual ignoring of simple polite requests, or just simply when the child is out of control and cannot be reasoned with.
Time-outs are also brilliant if YOU feel you are losing it, too! Keeping calm and in control are one of the most important parenting techniques.
It is important to point out that time-outs should not be over-used or made too routine, as they may lose their effectiveness. There may be times when it is not appropriate to use a time-out, such as if your child is only being slightly non-compliant, or if they are bored and have resorted to bad behavior to get attention. It may not be a good idea to use a time-out if your child is upset because he or she is having a strong feeling like fear or pain and what the child really needs is a big hug and a chat.
More Information
- How it works
- What is a time-out?
- When to use time-outs
- Where to use your Time Out Pad™
- 5 steps to a successful time-out
- Time Out Pad™ FAQs
Parenting Tips
- Intro
- Positive Parenting
- Diversions
- Encourage good behavior
- Setting clear rules and boundaries
- Discipline
- Warnings
- Routines
- Consistency
- Setting a good example
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