Posts by Alice Hanscam, Author at Motherly
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Alice Hanscam

Alice's passion for supporting families extends over 30 years. She runs Denali Parent Coaching, LLC. She is an author of parenting books, Parenting Inspired and PAUSE, raised two lovely daughters, has taught preschool, co-directed an infant/toddler center, mentored daycare providers, been a caregiver for many children, taught parent education classes, and volunteered in the public schools and Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska. Follow her on her blog.

How to teach your kids to share—without the struggle

Sharing requires an understanding of ours and another's feelings and desires. Sharing is about being creative with another as you use something together, it is about being compassionate and giving, it is about being respectful.

Updated Aug. 11, 2023
two boys hugging each other

Don’t make your child say ‘I’m sorry’—what to do instead

While manners are important and apologies are necessary, saying sorry often doesn't teach compassion.

Updated Aug. 27, 2022
mom playing on the couch next to her toddler

What to say when your toddler tests the limits

It doesn't always have to be 'no.'

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

10 powerful phrases to tell your child instead of ‘good job’

Describing what you see rather than praising is essential for our children to grow.

Updated Apr. 24, 2018

Positive parenting strategies to use when your child isn’t listening

Here's how to keep things calm and drama-free when your child isn't listening.

Updated Apr. 16, 2018
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