3 y.o. Gets Kicked Out of Two Preschools | The McKinney Family Full Episode | Supernanny

Ashley McKinney, a single mother of two young children, Kayla and Kaden, is struggling with their aggressive and defiant behavior. As a bank teller and full-time student, she is overwhelmed by the demands of parenting. The children's actions, such as hitting, screaming, and biting, are causing her distress and disrespect. Ashley is seeking help to manage their behavior and establish a routine that works for her family.

The family's lack of structure and routine leads to frequent outbursts from Kaden, who has been kicked out of two schools for his aggressive behavior. A visit to the playground reveals a lack of respect and obedience from the children towards their mother. The situation escalates when Kaden runs across the street, ignoring his mother's calls to stop, highlighting the need for immediate intervention and discipline.

Ashley's inconsistent parenting practices, such as allowing late-night gym visits that disrupt the children's sleep patterns, are discussed. The lack of a proper bedtime routine and the absence of safety measures at home, like broken locks, are identified as issues that need to be addressed. The importance of establishing a routine for the children's meals and sleep is emphasized to provide stability and predictability.

The difficulties Ashley faces with her children's bedtime are highlighted, with Kayla and Kaden refusing to cooperate and wind down. The absence of a calming bedtime routine and the reliance on the TV as a means to get the children to sleep are criticized. The need for a structured approach to discipline and the importance of safety at home are reiterated.

A new family routine is introduced to Ashley, with a focus on consistent meal times, bedtime, and discipline techniques. The 'one striking you're out' method is suggested to help Kaden cool down during aggressive episodes. The importance of not laughing at or rewarding bad behavior is stressed, and the need for Ashley to be fully committed to the changes is highlighted.

The challenges of managing Kaden's anger and defiance are addressed. Techniques such as cooling down in his room and the importance of not feeding into his aggressive behavior are discussed. The need for Ashley to stay consistent and follow through with discipline is emphasized, even when Kaden tests the boundaries.

Kayla's behavior is examined, as she seeks attention by acting out in similar ways to her brother. The use of timeout for her defiance and the importance of explaining the consequences of her actions are discussed. The need for Ashley to differentiate between the disciplinary approaches for her two children is highlighted.

Safety concerns in the home, such as the broken safety latch on the door and accessible cleaning chemicals, are addressed. Ashley's frustration with the need for these changes and the potential impact on her deposit is acknowledged. The importance of parental responsibility in ensuring a safe environment for the children is stressed.

The creation of a nurturing bedtime routine is discussed, with a focus on storytime and cuddles to help wind down the children. The importance of this routine in strengthening the family bond and improving the children's sleep is highlighted. Ashley's realization of the need to read more with her children and the positive impact it has on their relationship is noted.

The 'stay in bed' technique is introduced to ensure the children remain in their beds after bedtime. The importance of consistency in applying this technique and the positive results it yields are discussed. Ashley's success in getting her children to sleep using this method is celebrated, and the hope for continued progress is expressed.

The need to balance discipline with reinforcing rules is highlighted. The use of timeouts and the importance of clear communication and consistency in discipline are discussed. The challenge of dealing with both children's misbehavior and the need for Ashley to apply the same rules and consequences for each child are emphasized.

The positive changes observed in both children's behavior and demeanor are noted. Ashley's commitment to continued improvement and the use of the tools provided to maintain these changes are discussed. The hope for the family to keep moving forward and the importance of Ashley's self-reflection and growth are highlighted.

The use of visual aids, such as a magnet board, to differentiate between the types of discipline for each child is introduced. The effectiveness of warnings and the importance of following through with consequences are discussed. The subtle but positive changes in the family dynamics and the hope for continued progress are noted.