FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
1) Why do I need to register for a user name and password ?
Tidykidz.com is a blog site, which means that its users are active participants in the site. For example, users can leave comments about the articles posted in the blog portion. As with any blog, the hosts like to know who is leaving comments and otherwise contributing to the site. We would hope that all members would be active users, contributing their opinions and insights. So please, sign up, jump in, and become part of the Tidy Kidz community.
2) Do you have a newsletter and how do I sign up for it?
We do have a newsletter that includes the latest at Tidy Kidz, as well as some helpful, and hopefully inspirational, notes from us. On any of the pages that you see the menu column on the right, the newsletter sign up is near the top of that column. Registering for a username and password does not put you on that list. We have to have your permission to put you on our email list. If you ever decide you no longer wish to receive the newsletter, just let us know and we’ll remove your email from the list.
3) How do I change my password?
After you log in, the login box will have a “profile” option. Click on “profile” and the change password field is at the bottom of the page. Remember to click on the “update profile” button. If after clicking profile you are sent to a Wordpress login page, just re-enter your user name and password and you will be taken to the profile page.
Note: Only your password may be changed. Your user name and the email associated with the account cannot be changed.
4) What is the youngest age my child could benefit from watching the videos?
Some children begin to show their independence and willingness to participate in some of the more simple tasks as early as age 2. All children are different and they will show you what they are ready for because it makes them feel BIG! No doubt, the earlier the better!
5) How much time do I have to spend with my child to enforce these principles?
Tidy KidzTM puts an extraordinary amount of emphasis into educating children to be self motivated. Your role is a very important one and you should make every effort to stay aware of their accomplishments. We suggest you spend 5 minutes a day (doesn’t all have to be at one time) addressing tidiness with your child in a positive and upbeat manner. If they didn’t make the bed before leaving the house – instead of scolding – try, “I know you will make your your bed when you get home. Thanks for helping me keep the house cleaned up.” Be slow to anger. Be consistent about awareness.
6) How do you motivate a child who calls cleaning “boring”?
As children get older the idea of cleaning can lose its BIG appeal. Here are some suggestions to keep the child from having a total melt down at the mere mention of the word. Play their favorite music, make their favorite Sat. morning breakfast (or whatever day of the week is cleaning day for you), negotiate their most unfavorite task, “I’ll do yours if you do mine” 
Make a really big deal out of it when the tasks are complete – actually celebrate and applaud, jump up and down. Odds are the next time, they will be less resistant. Let them dress up in a favorite character – call it an adventure… use your imagination – you just might have some fun too!
7) Do you have a system for adults?
We’re working on it! We have a lot of exciting things happening at Tidy KidzTM.
I know I can’t expect my 4 yr old to do everything at once but how soon should I see results?
All children are different, some take to tasks quickly and others need a little more encouragement. Get excited about it… even if they start with something very small… add items to their list when some tasks become habit and others become new accomplishments!!
