Involve both parents in the discipline process from "summary" of The New Dare to Discipline by James C. Dobson
The best way to maintain consistency and unity in the discipline process is to involve both parents. This does not mean that one parent should be the "good cop" while the other is the "bad cop." Rather, both parents should work together as a team to establish and enforce rules and consequences. When both parents are involved in the discipline process, children are less likely to play one parent against the other. They will understand that both parents are on the same page and that there is no room for manipulation or negotiation. It is important for both parents to communicate openly with each other about discipline strategies and to pre...
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