Katie Wetsell
Pediatric nurse and Certified Parent Coach specializing in parenting support, adoption, and treating childhood anxiety and OCD; shares research-based strategies for motivating children and growing responsibility.
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Mar 12, 2026 • 14min
How to Motivate Children: What the Research Says
Katie Wetsell, a pediatric nurse turned parent coach who helps families with adoption and childhood anxiety, shares research-backed ideas on motivating kids. She explains why motivation is complex. She outlines three pillars: value, confidence, and choice. She talks about linking chores to values, building confidence through small wins, and planning plus celebrating progress.
