You want to enjoy your children, feel closer to them and trust yourself as a parent.
But some days, you end up repeating, reacting and wondering what to do differently.
The Parenting Lab helps you build confidence, stronger connections and skills for everyday family life.
Learn to understand behavior, set clear limits and support your child’s growing independence.
Try a skill, get feedback and adjust alongside other parents.
Your family dog offers a distinctive opportunity to practice observation, patience and clear communication.
We teach how to adapt those skills to your child’s age, needs and relationship with you.
I’m Craig Markham, a family educator with a master’s in Family Science and nearly 30 years across family services and canine work—including helping families in their homes.
Ask questions, share discoveries and find a useful next step you can try in your everyday family life.
Join The Parenting Lab. Bring one thing you’d like to handle differently. We’ll start there.