When you are parenting, keep in mind that your child is likely viewing a situation, experience, or information differently than you.

Talking and communicating are not the same thing. You can communicate without talking.  You can talk without communicating if your words are not able to convey the message you want someone to receive. How much does an inability to communicate contribute to arguments between you and your children? 

When you are raising children with a partner, co-parent or spouse, it requires a tremendous amount of communication and cooperation. When parents can communicate and work together, the responsibilities of parenting are more manageable and set a good example of teamwork and cooperation for children.