Christina Applegate

Christina Applegate: 5 Things I Never Thought I’d Do or Say as a Mom

Christina’s Take on Bribery

I never thought I would bribe my child, but I find myself saying things like, “If you don’t stop doing that, you will never get another lollipop again,” or “You’ll get a cookie if you play nice.” Sigh.

Christina’s Take on Time Outs

I’ve adapted Time Outs so I have my own version. I say, “I think we need to have some alone time for deep breaths and to think about a few things.”

Christina’s Take on Dental Hygiene

Of course there’s this classic, “If you don’t brush your teeth, they will all fall out.” Ummm . . . did I really just say that?

Christina’s Take on Discipline

I’ve also been known to say, “Santa called from the north pole- he said he knows you’re not eating your dinner. if you don’t start eating right now he said he won’t be able to bring you a present at Christmas.” Passing the dirty work off to Santa is genius! Who thought of that?

Christina’s Take on Travel

On a recent trip to New York, as my family played in the snow I said, “You don’t put anything from Central Park in your mouth!” Hey, I stand by that one—it’s pretty good advice.

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