Laura Markham, Ph.D.

Recent Articles

Dad and son talking and dad being a brilliant listener

Family Management

12 Tips for Being a Brilliant Listener to Your Child

Try these pointers today to get the conversation flowing

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Jul 11, 2024
two responsible kids helping with chores by doing the dishes

Behavior + Discipline

15 Tips to Raise a Responsible Child

Mom and parenting expert shares secrets to teaching kids the joy of being helpful and kind

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Jun 05, 2024
African American father and son looking in a mirror and brushing their teeth

Ages 0 - 2

How to Get Your Toddler to Brush Their Teeth

Start creating good dental health habits — without the drama

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Feb 15, 2024
Young girl with paint on her hands

Opinion

Secrets to Raising a Creative Child

Step back, get messy and have fun

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Aug 28, 2023
Two tired looking parents sitting on a couch with two children running in circles around them

Behavior + Discipline

How Bad Is Permissive Parenting?

Do setting rules and sticking to limits matter?

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Dec 08, 2022
Parents laying on blanket in grass holding up laughing child

Mental Health

How to Raise Happy Kids: Habits and Tips That Lead to Happiness

Tips for raising a contented kid

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Aug 29, 2022
Girl-having-a-tantrum

Behavior + Discipline

7 Simple Strategies to Tame Toddler Tantrums

Gentle discipline techniques to ease those legendary meltdowns

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Mar 01, 2022
Adorable toddler plays with a plastic cup at preschool

Behavior + Discipline

Social Intelligence for Preschoolers

7 ways to boost your child’s social literacy skills and help them make friends

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Dec 28, 2021
Mom-comforting-child

Behavior + Discipline

Why Every Home Needs a Calm-Down Corner

A better approach for tantrums

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Nov 30, 2021
mother talking to her preteen daughter on a couch

Ages 11 - 14

Beyond Yelling: How to Provide Positive Guidance for Your Tween

Help foster responsibility and self-discipline in your pre-teen

By: Laura Markham, Ph.D. | Sep 29, 2021