Ep 20. Newton Family

The Supernanny season 2 episode 20 titled "Newton Family" follows the journey of a family struggling with discipline and communication issues. The Newton family is a family of six, with four children ranging from ages 2 to 10. The parents, Jenny and Greg, are both busy with their respective jobs, which leads to a lack of attention paid to their children.

The episode begins with Jo Frost, the Supernanny, meeting with the parents to discuss the issues they are facing. The parents express their frustration with their children's disobedience, lack of respect, and meltdowns. The Supernanny observes the interactions between the parents and the children and identifies the problem as a lack of discipline and consistency.

The Supernanny then sits down with each child to understand their behavior and feelings. She notices that the kids are seeking attention and love, but they are not getting it in a positive way. The Supernanny identifies that the parents are unknowingly rewarding their children's bad behavior by giving them attention when they misbehave. She suggests that the parents give their children positive attention even when they are not misbehaving, as this will motivate them to behave better.

The Supernanny also observes that the parents are inconsistent with their disciplinary actions. For instance, they tend to be lenient with one child and strict with another child for the same behavior, which confuses the kids. The Supernanny recommends that the parents create a consistent approach to discipline that rewards good behavior and punishes bad behavior.

The Supernanny then creates a plan for the family that includes a daily routine, consistent discipline, and positive reinforcement. The plan involves setting basic rules for the kids to follow, such as cleaning their room and doing their homework, and rewarding them when they comply. The plan also includes consequences for bad behavior, such as losing privileges or time-outs. The Supernanny emphasizes to the parents that consistency is key in maintaining the effectiveness of the plan.

Throughout the episode, the Supernanny works with each child individually to address their specific issues. For instance, she helps the youngest child, who has a habit of throwing tantrums when she doesn't get what she wants, to express her emotions in a healthier way. The Supernanny also helps the oldest child, who struggles with anger and aggression, to control his temper by teaching him relaxation techniques.

As the days go by, the Supernanny monitors the family's progress and helps the parents to stay on track. The parents start to see a positive change in their children's behavior and express their gratitude to the Supernanny for her help. The Supernanny advises the parents to continue with the plan and to adapt it as the children grow and change.

In the end, the Newton family is able to communicate better, establish a routine, and create a positive environment for their children. The episode ends with the Supernanny saying goodbye to the family and reminding them that they are capable of being a strong and happy family.