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她不是教育專傢,卻解救瞭無數抓狂的媽媽!
當不瞭虎媽,
那就當媽!
“請拋開正經八百的嚴肅態度,發揮幽默感和想象力,讓孩子在沒有壓力的狀況下,去感受你那無條件的愛,
這樣,親子就能在愉快的氣氛中,一起成長。”
教養,需要用心,卻不必用力,—本溫暖爆笑的幸福親子書!
內容簡介
辭去工作成為全職媽媽的Jenny,一度快要抓狂,自嘲是“瘋媽”。經過這些年和孩子們不斷“交手”和交心,她發展齣獨特的幽瞅教養法——不用勤管嚴教,更不必氣急敗壞,隻要用愛,加上一點幽默感和創意,一樣能教齣好孩子。
“瘋媽”不唱高調、不愛說教,文筆生動、詼諧,讓人充分感受媽媽與孩子相處時最真實的喜怒哀樂,讀來格外親切,很能引發共鳴,也能從中領會瘋媽的教養秘訣——以愛為齣發點,把孩子當做主角,時時調整自己,和孩子一起成長。這樣真誠動人的教養記錄,讓為人父母者學會以更自然、更輕鬆的態度和孩子相處,也在教養這條路上找到陪伴的力量。
作者簡介
紐約瘋媽,Jenny Wang齣生於基隆,在颱灣的教育體製下讀至國一,13歲時移民美國,在美國從7年級讀起。大學時主修國際貿易,副修哲學。在美國已經24年,一直居住於紐約。從14歲開始半工半讀,從沒有斷過。大學畢業後進入服裝業,27歲生瞭老大,30歲懷老二時,在一傢兒童服裝公司擔任産品經理,在傢待産時,震驚於大女兒橫行霸道、目中無人的舉止,在失眠瞭好幾晚後,決定辭職在傢當個傢庭主婦。
2006年9月16日開始在博客中寫下第一篇文章,透過博客,拉近瞭自己與颱灣的距離,也讓自己的生命有瞭軌跡。博客中記錄自己如何在中與西之間努力尋求平衡點來教育孩子,也記錄自己如何在照顧一傢子的同時,不忘瞭自我的存在。博客曾入圍2008年全球華人博客年度最佳親子博客決選。
著有:《媽媽不必當超人》
內頁插圖
目錄
推薦序 遇見博客媽媽的教養智慧
推薦序 原來孩子可以這樣教
博客好友的好評
序 用幽默感和孩子一起成長
第一部 孩子的感覺,我知道
教孩子看到生命中的美好
聖誕小人在我傢
放棄,也需要勇氣
抗議!我要退錢
跨越時空的分享
街頭教育
母親節
新上任的牙仙子
撒嬌
孩子的感情問題
皮蛋與科學傢,隻有一綫之隔
愛水的小胖
有一種怪獸,名叫“青少年”
迂迴戰術
生離死彆
被虐待慣瞭
小遊
第二部 要贊美,也要對孩子說真話
人之初,性本貪
把失敗當做轉機
小冤傢
也是溺愛
主動要求補習的孩子
跟粉紅色劃清界限
彆被孩子倔強的外錶騙瞭
小小廚師
兩封道歉信
隻要哆啦A夢
為自己的決定負責
無心之過
乾淨不是天生的
第三部 功課以外的事,也很重要
第四部 爸媽該學習的事
精彩書摘
見到兩個小女生哭成淚人兒,旁邊的大人都很有同情心,跑來幫忙找那顆牙,可是怎麼找都找不到。兩個小女生迴到教室時還是哭哭啼啼的,老師課也上不下去,乾脆派全班小朋友一起去操場上找,不過還是沒找到。後來不知道是哪個好心人,在地上撿瞭一顆類似牙齒的小石子,放在學校提供的小盒子裏(如果小朋友在學校掉瞭牙,學校護士會給他一個很可愛的小盒子裝牙齒,老師還會送他一張小奬狀)。交給二小姐,安慰她,就用這顆小石子充當牙齒,放在枕頭底下吧。
那天,二小姐眼睛紅腫地下瞭校車,一進門就很生氣地把裝牙齒的盒子往垃圾桶裏用力一丟,氣呼呼地說:“拿石頭騙牙仙子,這主意爛透瞭!這是我聽過最笨的主意。”我瞪著二小姐,完全在狀況外,小妮子把事情從頭到尾講瞭一遍,然後二小姐就撲倒在我懷裏放聲大哭。
在二小姐哭聲陪伴下,我仿佛看到學校裏的那陣騷動,雖然隻是一個虛幻的童話,但是大傢卻這麼努力讓孩子保有這份天真,真是令人感動。將來裘比跟二小姐迴憶起這件事時,肯定會笑歪瞭,想到這裏,我差點笑齣聲。小妮子看著我要笑不笑的臉說:“我想的跟你一樣。”我們隻能點到為止,不能在二小姐麵前把話講得太明白。
晚上,孩子們準備上床睡覺時,二小姐寫瞭一封信放在枕頭底下,要給牙仙子。我再三安慰她,牙仙子會理解的,因為她很善良,彆擔心。
二小姐的信是這樣寫的:
親愛的牙仙子:
很抱歉我把牙齒搞丟瞭。下課時,我在溜滑梯那兒弄丟的。我朋友裘比把它踢齣瞭溜滑梯。我真的很抱歉。
過瞭一會兒,小妮子下樓來倒水,小聲地跟我說:“她已經睡著瞭,我會搞定的,放心。”
第二天早上,我還在睡夢中,二小姐就笑眯眯地擠到我床上,一手拿著鈔票,一手拿著卡片,在我麵前晃啊晃,開心地說:“媽咪,你看,牙仙子不隻給我錢,還寫卡片給我。”
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《紐約瘋媽的幽默教養法》 一場顛覆你想象的育兒革命,一次讓你笑到飆淚的傢庭冒險! 你是否曾覺得育兒是一場永無止境的“消耗戰”?那些堆積如山的尿布、此起彼伏的哭鬧、永不停止的追問,是否讓你感到精疲力盡,甚至懷疑人生?你是否厭倦瞭市麵上那些一本正經、理論生硬的育兒指南,渴望一種更輕鬆、更接地氣的育兒方式?那麼,請準備好,一場顛覆你育兒觀念的狂歡即將開啓!《紐約瘋媽的幽默教養法》將帶你走進一個充滿驚喜、笑聲與愛的傢庭,讓你重新認識育兒的真正樂趣。 本書並非一本冰冷的教科書,它更像是一部生動有趣的傢庭紀錄片,由一位在繁華紐約都市裏,獨自拉扯著幾個精力充沛、想法奇特的孩子的“瘋媽”親自講述。她不是什麼知名育兒專傢,也不是哪個豪門望族,她隻是一個普普通通的母親,卻有著一顆不尋常的心。她拒絕被育兒的條條框框束縛,她相信,最好的教育,不是來自刻闆的理論,而是源於生活最真實、最鮮活的瞬間。 誰是“瘋媽”? 在開始這場奇妙旅程之前,讓我們先來認識一下這位“瘋媽”。她生活在節奏明快的紐約,每天都在與時間賽跑。她可能穿著沾染瞭顔料或食物汙漬的睡衣,頂著一頭亂糟糟的頭發,卻能在下一秒化身為孩子們的超級英雄。她不是完美的,她會犯錯,會沮喪,會抓狂,但她絕不會放棄用愛和幽默去麵對每一個育兒挑戰。她的“瘋狂”,源於她對孩子們毫無保留的熱愛,以及她不甘平庸、勇於探索的育兒哲學。她相信,孩子們需要的,不是一個完美的父母,而是一個真實、有趣、能夠引導他們發現世界精彩的夥伴。 是什麼讓這套教養法“瘋”起來? “瘋”在這本書裏,絕不是貶義詞,而是一種脫繮的想象力、一種不按常理齣牌的智慧、一種化解育兒難題的“非常規”武器。 告彆焦慮,擁抱“不完美”: 傳統的育兒觀念往往強調“正確”和“完美”,這讓許多父母背負瞭沉重的心理負擔。而“瘋媽”則旗幟ininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininininin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It is important for parents to be ableP. The Importance of Play: For "瘋媽," play is not just a pastime; it's a fundamental tool for learning and development. She believes that children learn best when they are engaged, curious, and having fun. This means that toys are not just objects to be passively consumed, but props for imaginative adventures. A cardboard box can become a spaceship, a blanket a magical cape, and a pile of leaves a treasure trove. She advocates for open-ended play that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. This involves letting children lead the way, embracing their spontaneous ideas, and joining in their imaginative worlds with genuine enthusiasm. The "瘋媽" understands that by validating and participating in their play, children feel seen, heard, and valued, fostering a stronger parent-child bond. Embrace the Chaos, Find the Calm: The "瘋媽" recognizes that parenting is inherently chaotic. There will be spills, messes, arguments, and unexpected challenges. Instead of fighting against this chaos, she has learned to embrace it. She understands that perfection is an illusion and that striving for it can lead to unnecessary stress. Her approach involves finding moments of calm amidst the storm, and most importantly, finding humor in the most trying situations. A spilled glass of milk can be an opportunity for a "milk rainstorm" game, a tantrum a dramatic opera performance, and a messy room a "fortress" to be conquered. By reframing these moments, she not only alleviates her own stress but also teaches her children resilience and the ability to find joy even in difficult circumstances. This "chaos management" is not about ignoring problems, but about approaching them with a lightheartedness that diffuses tension and fosters a more positive atmosphere. The Art of Listening and Responding: While "瘋媽" is known for her playful and unconventional methods, she deeply values listening to her children. She believes that understanding their needs, fears, and aspirations is paramount. This doesn't mean always agreeing with them, but it does mean taking their perspectives seriously. Her "humorous" responses often stem from a place of genuine empathy, cleverly disguised to be more palatable and less confrontational for the child. Instead of a stern "No!", she might offer a witty suggestion that redirects their energy or addresses their underlying desire in a more constructive way. This active listening builds trust and encourages open communication, ensuring that children feel safe to express themselves, even when they've made mistakes. Building Resilience, One Laugh at a Time: Life will inevitably throw curveballs, and the "瘋媽" is committed to equipping her children with the tools to navigate them. She understands that resilience isn't built through shielding children from all hardship, but by helping them develop the ability to bounce back from setbacks. Humor is a powerful coping mechanism, and she deliberately uses it to teach her children how to laugh at themselves, to see the lighter side of mistakes, and to approach challenges with a sense of optimism. Whether it's a failed attempt at building a Lego tower or a disappointing grade, the "瘋媽" finds a way to turn it into a learning opportunity, sprinkled with laughter, that reinforces their inner strength and perseverance. The Power of Connection: At its core, the "瘋媽's" approach is about fostering deep, meaningful connections. Her humor is not a way to distance herself from her children, but a bridge to connect with them on their level. It's about sharing laughter, creating inside jokes, and building a rich tapestry of shared memories. She believes that when children feel loved, understood, and connected to their parents, they are more likely to thrive. Her "crazy" antics are often elaborate and entertaining ways to spend quality time together, transforming mundane moments into cherished experiences. This emphasis on connection creates a secure base from which children can explore the world with confidence and a sense of belonging. More Than Just Humor: A Philosophy of Life: "紐約瘋媽的幽默教養法" is more than just a collection of funny anecdotes; it's a profound philosophy of life. It's about finding joy in the everyday, about celebrating imperfections, and about approaching challenges with a spirit of adventure. It's about recognizing that children are not miniature adults to be molded, but unique individuals with their own dreams and potential. This book invites parents to shed their preconceived notions of perfect parenting and to embrace the messy, beautiful, and often hilarious reality of raising a family. It's a call to action to be present, to be playful, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary. Who is this book for? This book is for every parent who has ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or like they're constantly falling short. It's for parents who are looking for a more authentic and joyful way to connect with their children. It's for parents who believe that laughter is the best medicine, and that a little bit of "madness" can go a long way in creating a happy and healthy family life. Whether you're a seasoned parent or embarking on this journey for the first time, prepare to be inspired, entertained, and perhaps even a little bit "crazed" yourself. Join the "瘋媽" Revolution! Step into the vibrant, chaotic, and endlessly loving world of the "瘋媽." Discover how to transform everyday struggles into opportunities for laughter and learning. Embrace the beauty of imperfection, find joy in the unexpected, and unlock the secret to a more fulfilling and humorous parenting journey. This book is your invitation to a revolution – a revolution of love, laughter, and the wonderfully wild adventure of raising children. Get ready to laugh until you cry, and cry until you laugh, as you embark on this unforgettable exploration of what it truly means to be a parent.