Guest blogger Role Mommy confides that she shares something in common with the star of Hell's Kitchen...cursing in front of her children.

It seems that Chef Gordon Ramsay's 8-year-old son hasn't yet picked up Dad's culinary techniques, but he has become quite proficient at using potty words. The star of Hell's Kitchen recently confided that his son walked up to him and asked him pointedly, "What is a wanker?" 

I'm not much of a cook, but I have to admit that Gordon Ramsay and I do share something in common. He's not the only one who has let bad words fly around kids.

I readily admit that I'm guilty of cursing like a sailor when I've been around my kids in pressure-cooker situations. In fact, yesterday while I was desperately trying to make my way through rush-hour traffic so I could make it on time to an awards ceremony for my daughter, I spit out some choice words to the drivers in front of me who were traveling at the speed of snails. Before I knew it, the potty-mouth police in the backseat let me have it.

I decided it was time to consult momlogic friend Counseling Mom Rosanne Tobey, LPC, for advice on how to keep kids from swearing...at least until they hit middle school.

1. Resist the urge to laugh. It may seem surprising and sometimes amusing the first time you hear your child swear, especially when you know they have no idea of what the word means. However, your words won't carry much weight if you are wearing a smirk while you explain that the word is not an acceptable addition to their vocabulary.

2. Keep it simple. Do not make a big deal about it, and set a clear boundary. Tell your child that the word is inappropriate and you expect that he will not use it again. If it is an older child, explain that there will be consequences for continued use.

3. Give them a warning. If your child slips up once on some future date, remind him that the word is not acceptable. However, if he continues to use the word, follow through with consequences.

4. Be consistent. It is important to follow through regularly in order to drive home the message that use of this language will not be tolerated under any circumstances.

Click here to read the Potty-Mouth Training excerpt from Peeing in Peace: Tales & Tips for Type A Moms.