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Private The Differences between an Au Pair and a Nanny  Getting
Your Children to Listen to You  Good communication skills are
the foundation for building a great relationship with your kids.
However, so many different elements get thrown in the way that
listening and communicating aren't always easy or effective.
Here are some techniques that you can use to improve
communication with your kids. It doesn't necessarily mean
they'll mind you or agree with what you're saying, which is
okay, but at least they'll hear what you're saying.  Talking vs.
being heard  Mother: "I've informed you a googolplex times to
abstain from vexing your sibling."  Child: "Huh, Mom?"      •
Get down to your children's level.   • Use simple words.   • Get
to the point.   • Don't yell.  Getting down to your children's
level  When you really want your kids to hear you when you talk,
physically get down to their level. If you can't squat, pick
them up and put them on your lap.