About Me

Many years ago, my self-possessed, determined child began asserting her will in a way that left me really uncertain how to go forward. Then I happened upon a Positive Discipline book while rummaging for something to read at my sister-in-law’s house. I remember thinking, Whoa, I’ve just found the parenting answers and approach I’ve been looking for! The tools and lessons made so much sense – and were so effective. Later, when I began volunteering in schools, I saw how PD can improve the learning atmosphere in the classroom. I took Positive Discipline training and was certified as a PD parent educator and a PD classroom educator. I’ve been talking about and teaching Positive Discipline to parents of children of all ages since 2001. I have also been a childbirth educator for 20+ years and a doula for 10.