The role of the pediatrician is being expanded to encompass parent counseling regarding childhood behavior problems. The most commonly used techniques have included praise for appropriate behavior combined with ignoring inappropriate behavior and/or providing time out for misbehavior. The present paper presents two techniques (i.e., a modified time out procedure and a response cost procedure) with which pediatricians can counsel parents regarding how to manage discipline problems outside the home and difficulties associated with children's morning routines in preparation for school.