Unlock the Secret to Household Harmony: Your Guide to Establishing Rules That Work!

Welcoming a new child into your home? Don’t let chaos reign! Our tip sheet, “Setting Up for Success: Establishing Household Rules,” is your roadmap to creating a stable, safe, and nurturing environment for every family member.

Discover:

• Why discussing rules can actually comfort a child in transition
• The power of simple, positive language in rule-setting
• How to involve children in creating family rules (yes, even teens!)
• The crucial difference between rules and routines
• Strategies for merging two family cultures seamlessly

From handling initial meetings to hosting productive family discussions, this comprehensive guide offers practical advice for foster parents, adoptive families, and kinship caregivers.

Don’t let another day of uncertainty pass! Download now and transform your home into a haven of clear expectations and mutual respect. Your family’s harmony is just a click away!

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Author: Wisconsin Family Connections Center
Additional Author: Coalition for Children, Youth & Families