Painless Parenting

Research shows that about 75% of physical abuse starts as physical discipline that has gone to far. One in five parents resort to physical discipline, and that many more engage in yelling, shouting, or emotional abuse.  There are years of data showing spanking is ineffective—and in fact, harmful to kids. But often the topic is avoided and ignored.  Most people don't think they're going to cross that line from physical punishment to physical abuse until they do.

*This page provides very helpful information from No Hit Zone.  Their mission is:

To create an environment of comfort and safety for parents, families, and staff present in every location and facility. A No Hit Zone sets a precedent within the community and establishes a commitment to the promotion of effective parenting techniques by instilling that:

• No adult shall hit a child
• No child shall hit another child
• No adult shall hit another adult
• No child shall hit an adult

Here are some links to provide you with additional information to become a NO HIT ZONE.

• Painless Parenting
• No Hit Zone
• Hands are for Holding
• Activities for Children
• Caregiver Materials
• Resources