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5 Minutes for Books — ScreamFree Parenting

October 29, 2007 by Jennifer Donovan

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This is review one of two. For the other one, click here.

ScreamFree Parenting by Hal Edward Runkel is a unique parenting book (or revolutionary, as he describes it in his subtitle). Lest you think that you don’t need this book, because yelling at your kids isn’t something that challenges you, the concept of “screaming” is a pretty broad one–including actual screaming, disconnecting, and overcompensating. So, even if you interact with your children in a calm way, you might still need a little mentoring in being ScreamFree, which Runkel defines as

taking hold of your own emotional responses no matter how anyone else chooses to behave; learning to focus on yourself and take care of yourself for the world’s benefit.

He begins the book by telling the reader to take what you wish from the book: “You do not have to accept all that I say in order to enjoy the types of relationships you crave or become the type of parent you desire to be.” Yes, he believes in the principles that he’s teaching, but what a refreshing change from many of the parenting books that insist that you follow each dictum to the letter in order to have a successful family.

For some of us (I say, raising my hand guiltily) the lack of emotional control is where we most need help in relating to our families. For others, perhaps it’s being forced to admit that if Momma ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy. He encourages parents that we must take care of ourscreamfree-parenting.jpgselves in order to parent our children with the proper perspective and level of commitment that it takes to do so well. As he so rightly observes, “Parenting is not about children, it’s about parents.” He fills us in on the definition of a true show of love, being not I love you for your benefit, or I love you for my benefit (as many parents do), but I love me for your benefit.

I found the chapter on labeling to be quite helpful (humorously titled, “You are not a prophet (and neither is Grandma).” Not only does Runkel advise parents not to label their children (You are a Math wiz! or You are always so creative), but he tells you how to better express yourself–use “sometimes” or “can be” instead of always in order to allow room for a child to change instead of assigning them a certain personality within the family.

The second chapter that I should probably read daily until I can apply the concept is “Empty threats are really broken promises.” As a parent my words and actions (or lack of actions) are so critical to my children’s success. I know that parenting takes work, and this book perfectly straddles the line of encouragement, practical advise, and sometimes a much-needed kick in the pants!

For more information visit screamfree.com where you can take the ScreamFree Living quiz, and watch video clips and read the first chapter of the book. Leave a comment right here for a chance to win one of five copies of this book.

This giveaway is linked to Bloggy Giveaway’s Fall Y’all Giveaway. Click over there for many more giveaways, and come back here every Monday for a new book review and giveaway and the winners of this giveaway

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About Jennifer Donovan

Jennifer Donovan has been a part of the 5 Minutes for Mom team since 2007. She writes product reviews, covers events, and manages the 5 Minutes for Books weekly column and website. She lives in Houston and blogs at Snapshot about life with her family.

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274 Comments

  1. Ginny says

    November 21, 2007 at 8:20 pm

    Hope I win 🙂

    Reply
  2. Dave Markert says

    November 6, 2007 at 9:41 pm

    Carrie:

    I do public relations for screamfree! I’m sorry if noone has gotten back to you! Please contact me directly on [email protected] or call tiffany, who schedules interviews at 770-239-1733.

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  3. Sarah says

    November 4, 2007 at 5:54 pm

    This book sounds like a must-have.

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  4. Amy says

    November 4, 2007 at 9:27 am

    This sounds like a great book to read! I would love to win one!!

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  5. Melissa says

    November 3, 2007 at 8:43 pm

    I would love to read this book.

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  6. Jill W. says

    November 3, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    I saw this the other day on the today show & wanted it then. Haven’t felt the need to scream yet, as my daughter is just 7 months old, but I know it’s coming! Thanks!

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  7. Lisa says

    November 3, 2007 at 9:12 am

    Oh I would definitely love this book! I read all things parenting, all the time! Thank you!

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  8. Jen ~ A little bit about me!! says

    November 3, 2007 at 8:27 am

    If I don’t win it, I know I’ll be checking to see if I could get it from the library!

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  9. Andrea says

    November 3, 2007 at 1:02 am

    Please count me in! Thank You!!

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  10. Pammy says

    November 2, 2007 at 4:50 pm

    Please count me in!! Thank you.

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  11. Sarah says

    November 2, 2007 at 3:12 pm

    I’d like a chance to win this book… for a friend. Yeah, that’s it. For a friend. 😉

    Reply
  12. holly says

    November 2, 2007 at 2:24 pm

    Icould really use this book!

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  13. Rean Day says

    November 2, 2007 at 1:08 pm

    Sign me up!

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  14. jessica says

    November 2, 2007 at 12:31 pm

    Would love this book!

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  15. Amity says

    November 2, 2007 at 12:05 pm

    Please enter me!!

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  16. JC says

    November 2, 2007 at 10:07 am

    I could really use this.

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  17. Jennifer says

    November 2, 2007 at 9:09 am

    This is great! Thanks!

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  18. Molly B says

    November 2, 2007 at 8:59 am

    As baby number 5 approaches my life, I’m needing more and more help….

    Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Jessica from NB says

    November 1, 2007 at 10:53 pm

    Looking forward to reading this book! (Please 🙂

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  20. mama k says

    November 1, 2007 at 10:27 pm

    we need that book too!

    thanks!

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  21. jennifer says

    November 1, 2007 at 10:17 pm

    if the kids would quit screaming I could enter more giveaways! I’d like to read this! Thanks for the chance!

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  22. Holly says

    November 1, 2007 at 10:05 pm

    I would definitely put this book to good use… count me in please!

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  23. Jennifer Barr says

    November 1, 2007 at 9:38 pm

    cool book!

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  24. Regina says

    November 1, 2007 at 9:02 pm

    i would love to read this book! pick me pick me!

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  25. Crissy Hensley says

    November 1, 2007 at 8:06 pm

    What a great book to read when you finally find a few minutes to read.

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  26. Amanda says

    November 1, 2007 at 7:50 pm

    Of course, I could use this book 🙂

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  27. Lindsey in AL says

    November 1, 2007 at 5:10 pm

    Oh boy! That sounds like something I could use. I think I’ll see if the libray system has it, if I don’t win it, of course 😀

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  28. Mommy says

    November 1, 2007 at 3:57 pm

    Please Count me in! Thank you 🙂

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  29. Andrea says

    November 1, 2007 at 1:07 pm

    Sounds like a great book! I’d love to read it! 🙂

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  30. Jherica Younge says

    November 1, 2007 at 12:36 pm

    please count me in, i remember my mom screaming at us when we were younger, and now that I have my son I want to stop it.

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  31. Taowyn says

    November 1, 2007 at 11:20 am

    I was a screaming baby, I guess there’s a good chance my baby will be too.

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  32. ColleenR says

    November 1, 2007 at 10:57 am

    Was this written about me? Eneter me, please!

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  33. Judy Aschenbrenner says

    November 1, 2007 at 8:30 am

    My kids would love for me to have this book!

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  34. Jenny M says

    November 1, 2007 at 7:51 am

    Sounds very interesting. Id love to read this books for more ideas. Thank you!

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  35. Ron Miller says

    November 1, 2007 at 7:24 am

    I’m beyond screaming…. need a book for THAT!

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  36. BChsMamaof3 says

    November 1, 2007 at 3:27 am

    Please add me into your draw 🙂 Thanks so much!

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  37. sharijoy says

    November 1, 2007 at 2:10 am

    that sounds like a MUST read!!

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  38. Tobi says

    November 1, 2007 at 1:56 am

    Sounds like a good read and one we could all benefit from. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  39. Pastormac's Ann says

    November 1, 2007 at 1:48 am

    Count me in.

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  40. Amy says

    November 1, 2007 at 12:36 am

    PLEASE….enter me in 🙂 !!

    Reply
  41. Rebecca says

    October 31, 2007 at 11:09 pm

    Scary how many of us say “I could really use this”. Funny tho, I was going to look for this one at the library. Please count me in on your drawing. Thank you!

    Reply
  42. twosquaremeals says

    October 31, 2007 at 10:56 pm

    Count me in. I would love this book.

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  43. Beth says

    October 31, 2007 at 8:14 pm

    Sounds like a great book. Count me in!

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  44. Mary_Freebies says

    October 31, 2007 at 7:04 pm

    I’d love to win this book!

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  45. VLK says

    October 31, 2007 at 6:50 pm

    I could use this!

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  46. Shonnie says

    October 31, 2007 at 6:28 pm

    I have a couple of friends who could use this book 🙂

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  47. Dawn says

    October 31, 2007 at 6:07 pm

    I could definitely use this book. I admit my voice gets a little loud sometimes when dealing with my kids. But then again, you’d think they would hear me better than they do.

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  48. melissa says

    October 31, 2007 at 5:57 pm

    count me in!
    melissa nassraway

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  49. Elliemae says

    October 31, 2007 at 5:20 pm

    What a great giveaway! Hope I win!!!

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  50. Noreen says

    October 31, 2007 at 5:04 pm

    would love to win

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  51. abrianna says

    October 31, 2007 at 4:11 pm

    I;m in

    Reply
  52. Andrea says

    October 31, 2007 at 3:12 pm

    Count me in, my favorite topic to read about a better parenting.

    Reply
  53. Michelle O. says

    October 31, 2007 at 3:05 pm

    I’d really like to read this book. I always appreciate new ways to interact with my kids. Thanks!

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  54. Dawn says

    October 31, 2007 at 2:33 pm

    I would love to know how to do this. I don’t want to be a mom that yells all the time.

    Reply
  55. Mommy Brain says

    October 31, 2007 at 2:15 pm

    What a great concept. I could really use this book.

    Reply
  56. Beth S. says

    October 31, 2007 at 1:08 pm

    Great Giveaway! Please enter me.

    Reply
  57. Lisa M says

    October 31, 2007 at 11:36 am

    could use this!!!!
    Please enter me

    Reply
  58. Michelle says

    October 31, 2007 at 11:28 am

    This sounds like a great book! Please enter me, I could always use the help. 🙂 Thanks!

    Reply
  59. MommaBlogger says

    October 31, 2007 at 11:12 am

    This sounds good. There is always so much noise in my house I usually have to yell just to be heard some days.

    Reply
  60. Kat says

    October 31, 2007 at 11:09 am

    Please enter me…would love to win!

    Reply
  61. Amy says

    October 31, 2007 at 10:50 am

    Thank you for a great giveaway!

    Reply
  62. Stephanie says

    October 31, 2007 at 9:35 am

    Looks like a good read!

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  63. Courtney says

    October 31, 2007 at 3:37 am

    Oooh, I’d love to win this one!

    Reply
  64. Chelsea says

    October 31, 2007 at 2:19 am

    Wow, I could really use this book.

    Reply
  65. joy says

    October 31, 2007 at 1:21 am

    I would like to be entered for this, I am at the cusp of losing my mind over knowing how to parent my toddler!

    Reply
  66. Sisterlisa says

    October 31, 2007 at 1:10 am

    Sounds like a great book! I’d like to sign please.

    Reply
  67. Emily says

    October 31, 2007 at 1:07 am

    I won’t deny it. I do need this.

    Reply
  68. Lesha says

    October 31, 2007 at 12:49 am

    Count me in! 🙂

    Reply
  69. Hannah C. says

    October 31, 2007 at 12:04 am

    I love it!! (and need it..)

    Reply
  70. Tiffany says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:04 pm

    My husband, 3 year old, 20 month old, and twin 4 month olds would thank you. Count me in.

    Reply
  71. emily says

    October 30, 2007 at 10:21 pm

    this would be a great book to read! please enter me. 🙂

    Reply
  72. Donna says

    October 30, 2007 at 10:09 pm

    This sounds like a book I need to read!

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  73. Julie Sivley says

    October 30, 2007 at 9:31 pm

    “GET IN BED NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” Do you think I need this book?

    Reply
  74. Bailey's Leaf says

    October 30, 2007 at 9:13 pm

    Sweet mercy, please sign me up. My child is 3. Need I say more?

    Reply
  75. Christi says

    October 30, 2007 at 9:02 pm

    Looks awesome! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  76. Emily says

    October 30, 2007 at 8:48 pm

    I think that that is going to be something that I’m going to need in the near future.

    Reply
  77. kelli says

    October 30, 2007 at 8:11 pm

    ME! PICK ME!

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  78. Jaime says

    October 30, 2007 at 6:23 pm

    I could definitely use this book. My son is starting the Terrible Two’s!! HELP!!

    Reply
  79. Tori says

    October 30, 2007 at 5:16 pm

    I only scream on the inside. Would this book still help? Enter me please. Thanks!

    Reply
  80. Callista says

    October 30, 2007 at 4:44 pm

    Me please! I could use this book!

    Reply
  81. melissa says

    October 30, 2007 at 4:03 pm

    great book

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  82. Tonsofsons says

    October 30, 2007 at 4:03 pm

    I have 5 boys. (: Pleezzzzzzzzze pick me!

    http://tonsofsons.wordpress.com/

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  83. Richelle Robinson says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:48 pm

    Unfortunately, I could really use this book. Just ask my boys.

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  84. Karen says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:46 pm

    Looks great – could definitely use it!

    Reply
  85. Brandi says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:40 pm

    Somedays I feel as if I am going to pull my hair out…..I think I would benefit from this book.

    Reply
  86. Leia says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:20 pm

    I could really use this book. >.>

    Thanks for the entry! I’ll be sure to read it even if not chose. 🙂

    Reply
  87. America says

    October 30, 2007 at 2:58 pm

    OMG, I so need to read this book! My husband is gone so much (ARMY) and will be leaving soon on a 15 month deployment and I am already agonizing over what and how I am going to keep it together since we have a newborn now and not just the two year old and I have found myself this last month just losing it and telling myself I have got to figure something out before my husband leaves permanently for the deployment. So lucky numbers pick me!

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  88. Carmen says

    October 30, 2007 at 2:50 pm

    I would love to win this book. Thank you.

    Reply
  89. Kimberly says

    October 30, 2007 at 2:19 pm

    I could certainly use a book like this.

    Reply
  90. Kristi says

    October 30, 2007 at 2:03 pm

    I would love to win, thanks!

    Reply
  91. Tamri Allen says

    October 30, 2007 at 2:01 pm

    I heard this book was a life savor when it came to getting your kids to sleep!

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  92. Angelic says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:44 pm

    There are days when my kids won’t listen to me unless I am yelling. I HATE this! I would LOVE to learn from this book!

    Reply
  93. Shelly says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:16 pm

    Sounds like a great book!

    Reply
  94. Amanda says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:09 pm

    I wish it wasn’t true, but I could sure use this book!

    Reply
  95. Linda SS says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:40 pm

    I’d love to win to give to my adult children to read:)

    Reply
  96. Kelly says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:29 pm

    I would love to win!

    Reply
  97. Corey says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:27 pm

    I’d love to win this book! thank you!

    Reply
  98. Suzanne says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:27 pm

    Guilty! I need this book SO bad! I seem to ALWAYS be hollering at my kids (granted, sometimes I think it’s the only way they’ll hear me!)

    Reply
  99. Ann'Re says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:05 pm

    I admit that I need a book like this. 🙁 Thanks for a very useful giveaway. 🙂

    Reply
  100. Toni says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:55 am

    This book sounds really helpful.

    Reply
  101. Saph -Walk With Me says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:50 am

    I could definitely use this book. =)

    Reply
  102. Amy W says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:42 am

    I could really use this book as well…

    Reply
  103. Sara says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:31 am

    Sounds like a wonderful book. Enter me please!

    http://www.ladybugsandlilypads.com

    Reply
  104. Allanna says

    October 30, 2007 at 11:02 am

    I, too, could use this. SO BAD.

    My children would thank you.

    Not that I, of course, ever raise my voice or let my emotions get the best of me. *shifty eyes* Where would you ever get that idea? *shiftier eyes*

    Reply
  105. CPA Mom and Soccer Mom Angela says

    October 30, 2007 at 10:27 am

    What I wouldn’t give to win this book. We could use it!

    Reply
  106. Shannon says

    October 30, 2007 at 10:16 am

    Hey I am a new mom to a 6 month old that was born 3 months early and has many special needs and sometimes I find myself wanting to scream. I would love this book. Thanks.
    SHANNON
    [email protected]

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  107. Princess Leia says

    October 30, 2007 at 10:00 am

    I’m about ready to lose it right now as my 10-month-old who woke at midnight, 2, 3, and 5:30 (for good) last night, and who is currently STANDING ON MY RIGHT ARM as I type…is driving this very sleepy mama nuts.

    Any parenting/coping techniques would be very welcome!

    Reply
  108. Lib says

    October 30, 2007 at 9:54 am

    This would be a wonderful win. Count me in!

    Good luck to everyone 🙂

    Lib
    http://not-much-more.blogspot.com
    notmuchmorethanthis [at] gmail [dot] com

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  109. Melissa says

    October 30, 2007 at 9:39 am

    count me in!

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  110. Dawn says

    October 30, 2007 at 8:56 am

    Excellent giveaway. Enter me, please! I could definitely use this some days!

    Reply
  111. Dorothy says

    October 30, 2007 at 8:47 am

    Enter me please!

    Reply
  112. Lisa - The Scrap Princess says

    October 30, 2007 at 6:53 am

    Wow – I have this book title written on a notecard on my desk from last week! I read an article that Hal wrote about him losing his temper with his children and have been wanting to get this book. I’d love to win it but if not, it’s on my list for the next trip to the Christian book store 🙂 The article I read last week was excellent! And he has great tips for keeping your calm as a parent (even when it seems impossible to do so).

    Reply
  113. Christy says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:46 am

    sign me up!

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  114. Sarah says

    October 30, 2007 at 3:30 am

    This sounds great – I’m just starting to need it now with my daughter just turning 2!!!

    Reply
  115. tanyetta says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:52 am

    thank you 🙂

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  116. Jodi says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:41 am

    I would love this book! With a 14 year old and a 2 year old I need it!

    Reply
  117. Wendy says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:13 am

    There are plenty of days lately when I could really use this book. Please count me in!

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  118. Laura says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:06 am

    enter me please. I could use this book

    Reply
  119. GlamBoutique says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:02 am

    I’d love to win!

    Reply
  120. stacey says

    October 30, 2007 at 1:00 am

    after today, i really know i need this!

    Reply
  121. Lynn says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:42 am

    looks like a great book. hope I win.

    Reply
  122. Becky says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:34 am

    I think I could benefit from this book.

    Reply
  123. Kerry says

    October 30, 2007 at 12:27 am

    I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about this book. I could really use it, that’s for sure!

    Reply
  124. Chrissy Hooker says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:41 pm

    Hoping to win this one… we could certainly use less negative emotion around here.

    Reply
  125. jen says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:29 pm

    please put me into the draw

    Reply
  126. KellyE says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:27 pm

    Looking forward to reading this book, even if I don’t win.

    Reply
  127. Melanie says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:22 pm

    I need this!

    Reply
  128. Alyson says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:14 pm

    Have you been spying on me? (wink, wink) Boy, could I use one of those books! Please sign me in for the drawing and Thanks!!

    Reply
  129. Kim says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:13 pm

    I’d love this.

    Reply
  130. Fruitbearer says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:11 pm

    Please enter me in this giveaway. Thanks!

    Reply
  131. Melinda says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:11 pm

    I’ve heard about this book. I could use it. I don’t like screaming.

    Hugs,
    Melinda

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  132. Christa says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:07 pm

    Sounds like a great book! Count me in!

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  133. Capturing Today says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:01 pm

    I’d love to have a copy of this book!

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  134. Diana says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:59 pm

    Yes, please!

    Reply
  135. Sarah says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:47 pm

    As a homeschool mom and babysitter of twins my patience usually falls short very quickly.

    Reply
  136. Keryn says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:45 pm

    Wow! If I don’t win, I should probably go buy this book for myself.

    Reply
  137. Elaine H says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:37 pm

    I love it! Thanks for the drawing!

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  138. Renae Horner says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:19 pm

    My son is 15 months and not quite to the tantrum stage, so this would be great to have…before the tantrums start! Count me in!

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  139. Teresa says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:03 pm

    Please enter me!

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  140. Sarah Gwin says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:41 pm

    We have a potty training toddler and a two month old. 🙂 Thanks for hosting such a great giveaway.

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  141. palmtreefanatic says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:31 pm

    I need all the help I can get and would so LOVE to be enteresd in this fantastic contest! please count me in!
    Thank you ever so much!
    Tina

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  142. Jill says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:30 pm

    I am sad that I need this.

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  143. Angela Willis says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:44 pm

    They really need “scream free baby – a babies guide to not driving your mommie insaine!” 🙂 We’d really love to read this book my son goes from wonderful to purple faced screaming and sometimes I feel like running outside to scream but I don’t.

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  144. phyllis says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:14 pm

    hope i win this one!

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  145. Bethany says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:41 pm

    Thanks for the opportunity.

    Reply
  146. Erna says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:38 pm

    I had to smile at how many who comment need this book. :0) Me too! It’s nice not to feel like “the only one.” ;0)

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  147. Holly says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:22 pm

    Enter me please.

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  148. Shannon says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:19 pm

    After the day I just had, PLEASE COUNT ME IN! 🙂

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  149. Julia says

    October 29, 2007 at 6:54 pm

    Please enter me. I am a “disconnecter” and would like to learn how to respond differently.

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  150. Cincy says

    October 29, 2007 at 6:38 pm

    Every one could use a little help!

    Reply
  151. Renee says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:52 pm

    Please add me to the list! I was just reading about this book!
    Blessings!
    Renee

    Reply
  152. Eden says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:48 pm

    Wow! What a great giveaway! Please count me in. I’m doing a giveaway over at my place too. Hope you drop by for a quick visit!

    Reply
  153. CanCan says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:48 pm

    I realize that screaming/lecturing isn’t effective with my 3 year old, but I don’t know what to replace it with. Please help!

    Reply
  154. Lori - Queen of Dirty Laundry says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:47 pm

    Oh Wow, could we use that book around here. Not that we scream or anything, oh no. But one can always use a bit of improvement! :>)

    Reply
  155. kd says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:39 pm

    this looks like an amazing book. thanks for entering me!

    Reply
  156. Christine says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:36 pm

    I think every parent could probably benefit from something like this. Please enter me. Thank you

    Reply
  157. Jamie says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:24 pm

    I could use some help in this area…please enter me!

    Reply
  158. Jolene says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:09 pm

    With two teenagers and an almost 5 year old I’m really needing something like this right now!

    Reply
  159. Tamara (AK) says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:05 pm

    More winter reading material – yay! Tossing in my comment for a chance… Thanks! 🙂

    Reply
  160. Adena says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:02 pm

    Oh, if I win could you please overnight it to me?? JK. Great giveaway.

    Reply
  161. Lisa O says

    October 29, 2007 at 5:01 pm

    I need this book. I saw the author featured on the Today show last week.

    Reply
  162. Amanda says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:57 pm

    This looks like a great book! Please include me in the drawing!

    Reply
  163. Lisa says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:49 pm

    This book sounds great — thanks for this giveaway!

    Reply
  164. JenM says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:47 pm

    This book sounds AWESOME.

    Reply
  165. April says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:42 pm

    I could use this one.Please enter me, Thanks!

    Reply
  166. Sarah says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:34 pm

    I think this book could please me!! =)

    Reply
  167. MamaChristy says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:25 pm

    Yeah, I had a melt-down this morning when my three year-old did. I think this would do me some good…

    Reply
  168. Donna says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:17 pm

    I NEED this book!

    Reply
  169. Lisa says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:10 pm

    I would also love to read this book

    Reply
  170. Laura says

    October 29, 2007 at 4:07 pm

    I think this could help everyone.

    Reply
  171. Lisa W says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:56 pm

    We definitely need this book in our house!

    Reply
  172. Jess says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:44 pm

    Wow, 98 comments already! Obviously there’s a need in the world for books like this, and I’m excited about this one that seems both practical and encouraging. Please sign me up!

    Reply
  173. Jennifer says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:35 pm

    Please include me!

    Reply
  174. Toblerone says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:34 pm

    I’d love this! Count me in.

    Reply
  175. Shama-Lama Mama says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:32 pm

    I have three exaspirating boys and wonder if its my fault at times… could use this book.

    Reply
  176. Jessica says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:12 pm

    Thanks!

    Reply
  177. Lauren says

    October 29, 2007 at 3:00 pm

    Please include me!

    Reply
  178. Killlashandra says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:50 pm

    Wow, thanks for the information and sign me up. I’ve never heard of this and with a 2 year old, 14 year old and a 16 year old somedays I wonder about my sanity. 🙂

    Reply
  179. Melanie Stevens says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:38 pm

    oh yes! i need this one!

    Reply
  180. Filomena says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:33 pm

    Would find this useful. 🙂

    Reply
  181. Michelle says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:30 pm

    I’ve read a lot about this book and it’s been on my “to read” list. Please enter me!

    Reply
  182. Michelle B says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:25 pm

    Please enter me in this contest.

    Reply
  183. JewelsHud says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:19 pm

    Yeah – this would be nice to read. I’d love to win!

    Reply
  184. Richelle F says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:11 pm

    Sound useful!

    Reply
  185. Elaine says

    October 29, 2007 at 2:05 pm

    Oh, man. Yesterday, I found myself screaming, “I’m in the BATH-ROOOOOOOOOOOm!” in an oh-so-not-very-nice-tone. My two-year-old came in afterwards and said, “Sorry for yelling, Mom.” Oops!

    Reply
  186. Karla ~ Looking Towards Heaven says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:53 pm

    oh PLEASE!!! You don’t know how badly I need this!!!

    I’d LOVE this! add me, please.

    blessings,
    karla

    Reply
  187. Amy R. says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:51 pm

    I would love to read this book. I have 3 little girls!

    Reply
  188. stacy says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:49 pm

    I’d love to read this book.

    Reply
  189. missbecky75 says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:47 pm

    mom of 3 boys could use some help! 🙂 pick me! pick me!

    Reply
  190. Robin says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:43 pm

    I’ve heard really good things about this book. Count me in please.

    Reply
  191. Caryn says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:38 pm

    I need this! : )

    Reply
  192. Kacy says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:38 pm

    Good luck to everyone! I’m sure many of us could find some useful information in this book 😉

    Reply
  193. Renee says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:30 pm

    I could really use this book!! Pick me!!!

    Reply
  194. Laurie says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:26 pm

    I would love to win this book. Sign me up.

    Reply
  195. Jenn in AZ says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:25 pm

    I saw an interview with the author on some talk show (cannot remember!) and it intrigued me. Thanks!

    Reply
  196. Jill H. says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:25 pm

    Sounds like a great read!

    Reply
  197. Shawna Garcia says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:21 pm

    Hi I would REALLY get GOOD use out of this book with 5 kids in our house

    Reply
  198. slawebb says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:12 pm

    seems I may need this more than I want to admit

    Reply
  199. kim says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:11 pm

    With a toddler entering the “terrible twos” and another on the way, I’d love to read this book. Thanks!

    Reply
  200. Jen E says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:10 pm

    Sounds like a great book for me!!!! I’m in!!!

    Reply
  201. Melanie says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:09 pm

    Sign me up! I can definitely read this!

    Reply
  202. Carrie says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:06 pm

    I would love to read this book. I’ve been a subscriber to the ScreamFree newsletter and bought ScreamFree bracelets.

    I’ve been trying to contact them to get a representative on the show but they won’t get back in touch. 🙁

    Anyway I would love a copy. I like the philosophy.

    Reply
  203. Nikki says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:02 pm

    Please enter me.

    Nikki

    Reply
  204. Lisa M says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:00 pm

    Would love to win this book

    Reply
  205. Meleah says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:59 pm

    I have twins (‘nuf said) — Please count me in!

    Reply
  206. Trina says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:57 pm

    This sounds maaaah-velous dahling! Put me in!!

    Reply
  207. Amy A. says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:51 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win this book. Who hasn’t found themselves screaming and thought, “I can’t believe I’m doing this!”

    Reply
  208. Mary says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:47 pm

    Count me in!

    Reply
  209. Katrina says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:43 pm

    Please enter me!

    Reply
  210. Jenn says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:37 pm

    hmmmm, I think I could make good use of this book 🙂

    Reply
  211. Shannon says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:33 pm

    I could use this. Count me in!

    Reply
  212. Tina says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:33 pm

    Sounds great!

    Reply
  213. Kyra says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:32 pm

    My son is too smart for me, I NEED this book! PLease count me in!

    Reply
  214. Mercedes says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:30 pm

    Yeah! I could really use this books. Learned habits are hard to break.

    Reply
  215. Tonya says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:28 pm

    With a 4 year old, I am in desperate need of this book.

    Reply
  216. Kena says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:16 pm

    This book would really help… : )

    Reply
  217. Tracy N says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:14 pm

    I need this book.

    tnayar at cox dot net

    Reply
  218. Becca says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:13 pm

    My baby’s only seven months old, but I’d love to read this book BEFORE I need it.

    Reply
  219. Amy Grant Bayliss says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:11 pm

    I have three mischievous little boys…. this is a must! Please put my name in!

    Reply
  220. sam says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:10 pm

    I know just who to give this book to…

    Reply
  221. Nunny11 says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:07 pm

    This sounds really interesting…I would like to learn more about his parenting philosophies and compare them to other books on parenting I’ve read! Thanks!

    Reply
  222. Doreen says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:02 pm

    As a mother of 3 I need this book!

    Reply
  223. Awesome Mom says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:58 am

    My kids would tell you that I do lose it occasionally and I hate it when that happens.

    Reply
  224. Qtpies7 says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:58 am

    Ok, I’ll admit, I need this book. I have a lot of broken promises.

    Reply
  225. Stacee says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:50 am

    Looks like this would be a great read.

    Reply
  226. Amanda Y says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:49 am

    Oh how I want to win this book!

    Reply
  227. Beth says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:42 am

    Great prize! Thanks!

    Reply
  228. Valarie Elswick says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:41 am

    I CAN’T BELIEVE SOMEONE WROTE A BOOK ABOUT SCREAMING AT KIDS!!!!!!!! (my computer scream! haha) Seriously, not a daily issue for me but I’ve been known to let it fly now and then so I’m on my way to take the quiz. Scared, but gonna do it! =)
    Thanks for sharing this!

    Reply
  229. Patti says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:36 am

    I think we all need this book!!

    Reply
  230. Ashley says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:30 am

    Before being a parent, I was definitely a control freak. I am getting much better, but still have a hard time when things don’t go as planned (and my son is almost 2)! I am getting better, but this book would be so much help!

    Reply
  231. Kim says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:27 am

    Another Mom who really NEEDS this book!

    Reply
  232. Cocoa says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:09 am

    Any extra parenting advice is much appreciated at my house.

    Reply
  233. Erin says

    October 29, 2007 at 11:03 am

    I’d be crazy if I think I won’t need this book…

    Reply
  234. Susan says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:58 am

    I LOVE their email tips… please count me in for the book!

    Reply
  235. Shannon **Gabi's Mom** says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:56 am

    I am in very much NEED of this book!

    Reply
  236. Sara says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:56 am

    I NEED this book.

    Reply
  237. Jessica says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:56 am

    What? You aren’t supposed to scream? Just Kidding! Kinda! 🙂

    Reply
  238. Mom Chatter says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:48 am

    Any parenting advice is much appreciated so count me in! 🙂

    Reply
  239. Tiffany M says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:44 am

    I just got this from the library. Would love a copy of my own. Sign me up.

    Reply
  240. Jamie says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:44 am

    Would love this, please count me in!

    Reply
  241. Nichole R. says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:42 am

    I’m actually in line to read this from the library. I would love to have my very own copy!

    Reply
  242. Sarah W says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:41 am

    Oh, sign me up….sounds good!

    Reply
  243. jenna says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:23 am

    Great book. Enter me.

    Reply
  244. Veronica says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:23 am

    I would love a copy of this book!

    Reply
  245. Jill says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:20 am

    I’d love to have this book. Thanks for the chance.

    Reply
  246. Becca says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:16 am

    Definitely something I need – glad to see others need it too 🙂 Thank you!

    Reply
  247. Susanne says

    October 29, 2007 at 10:01 am

    I’ve been screaming way too much lately! This sounds like the book for me.

    Reply
  248. SusaninGermany says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:59 am

    Would love to have this book! THanks a ton:)

    Reply
  249. Leanne says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:54 am

    This would be great to win!!

    Reply
  250. Breeni Books says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:54 am

    Oooh, I’d love to read this.

    Reply
  251. Laura says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:42 am

    With 7 children, there are days I need this!

    I blogged ya: Monday Edition of Contests Galore

    Reply
  252. Laura says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:38 am

    Gosh I would love this book!!!

    Thanks!

    Reply
  253. Deb - Mom of 3 Girls says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:36 am

    I’d love to have a copy of this one! 🙂

    Reply
  254. Ginny says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:35 am

    I’d love to read this book!

    Reply
  255. kathy z says

    October 29, 2007 at 9:29 am

    I have 17 mth old triplets…and yes…patience is a virtue…but some days…let me put it this way…this book comes in handy!!!

    Reply
  256. Jessica Hopper says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:57 am

    AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!YES!!!!!!!!PLEASE!!!!!!!!!

    Reply
  257. Grace says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:50 am

    I would love a copy! Count me in.

    Reply
  258. Mama Zen says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:49 am

    Oh, I need this!

    Reply
  259. Cathy says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:49 am

    I would LOVE to have a copy of this book.

    Reply
  260. Saph -Walk With Me says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:47 am

    Sounds like a really good book! Pick me!!

    Reply
  261. Thea says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:31 am

    I really, REALLY need this book!!

    Reply
  262. Lisa C says

    October 29, 2007 at 8:06 am

    I would LOVE this book. I try not to yell, but every now & then I lose my cool! 🙂

    Reply
  263. TheAngelForever says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:59 am

    LOL – How perfect this would be as my four year old son keeps testing mommy and daddy.

    Reply
  264. Carrie says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:56 am

    I always love new ideas for parenting!

    Reply
  265. roberta says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:47 am

    Information is power! I’d love to have a copy of this book.

    Reply
  266. emily says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:16 am

    I would love to read this book.

    Reply
  267. Fiddledeedee (It Coulda Been Worse) says

    October 29, 2007 at 7:11 am

    This sounds like a book I could use. My husband says that I sound like I’m insane whenever I yell. Not that I yell, really. Hypothetically speaking. Ahem.

    Reply
  268. brandy w says

    October 29, 2007 at 6:53 am

    i could use this book

    Reply
  269. Lisa Brendle says

    October 29, 2007 at 6:21 am

    I need this book. Please count me in.

    Reply
  270. Amanda says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:16 am

    oh man I NEED this book!

    Reply
  271. Tracy says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:15 am

    I could really use this book.

    Reply
  272. Carrie K. says

    October 29, 2007 at 1:11 am

    I could definitely use this book.

    Reply
  273. Le Anne says

    October 29, 2007 at 12:27 am

    I could really use this book. I feel my patience slipping more and more lately and my first reaction is to yell.
    Le Anne
    [email protected]

    Reply

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