I am happy to announce that my book, "Is That Me Yelling? is out in bookstores and online.

It's been a labor of love to write about ways parents can become more familiar with themselves as they attempt to respond, rather than over-react, to their children. When children refuse to do even little things—like picking up toys or getting into the car—it's easy for parents to become frustrated, yell, or give harsh consequences. Yelling happens, especially when parents are stressed out.

Recent research: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/09/130904094024.htm

points to the negative consequences of yelling. With compassion, I attempt to help parents see the consequences—for their child. The book has lots of stories and clear ideas of how to yell less and what a person can do instead. I also address the question, "When is yelling considered abuse?" And the chapter on temperament helps parents understand why they may get triggered by one child, but not another. 

You can read the first chapter, listen to a radio interview, or a talk I did at Google Headquarters, on my web site at http://www.nurserona.com/is-that-me-yelling/. 

A mother from Bosnia wrote to me about her 8 year old, and said that the book gave her hope that it wasn't too late to connect with her son. She was feeling ashamed of the ways she has treated him, and was so grateful to find help. I hope my book reduces parental shame and encourages adults to provide respectful discipline and loving attention to the children in their care. 

I will be doing talks and trainings in the Fall, so please let me know if you would like me to speak in your part of the world. I have already used the book to teach a 9 hour class in a Jr. College for childcare providers, and also for classes with parents and Foster Parents.

With gratitude for the work you all do,

Rona