To build a sense of attachment and
security in your child, do not skimp out on cuddling. Show your child how much
they mean to you by giving hugs and kisses at all ages.
Read to your toddler. Teach your
toddler to love books and reading. Allow the toddler to look at the pictures,
turn pages, and retell the story. Ask questions about the story and pictures.
Always do your best, and forget the
rest. When things go wrong, just remember this too shall pass.
Some children's behavior may actually
worsen by too many options, flashing colors and pictures, or noisy toys. It is
imperative to be aware of how sensitive your child is to sights, sounds, and
other stimuli. Toning down the toys and the options can improve your child's
behavior.
During story time, allow your toddler
to decide how to read their book. Toddlers frequently like to read books by
looking at the pictures and telling the stories themselves. They often like to
read their books upside down and/or backwards.
An effective tool when working with
young children is that every time you give a direction have the child respond
with “Yes, Mom” or “Yes, Dad”. You teach them this method by giving your
direction, without changing the inflection in your voice, when adding on the
“Yes, ___” part. For example, “Sebastian, pick up your toys, say yes, Mom.”
This action puts the child in a positive frame of mind, moving the child away
from the oppositional part of the brain (limbic system).
As you struggle to be the best parent
you can be, keep one goal in mind; that as your kids get older, they should
always know that you love them. We all make mistakes as parents, but it's a lot
easier for them to understand and appreciate your efforts (however clumsy) if
they know your heart in the right place.
Spoiled children are given what they
want; Wise parents affirm their children with their words And give their
children what they need.
You're teaching a lesson each day that
you live;
Your actions are blazing a trail
That children will follow for good or
for ill;
You can help them or cause them to
fail.
- Bosch -
Next time your toddler asks you the
question why about the same thing over and over again, ask him to tell you why.
This can lead to a wonderful interactive dialog with him, which helps develop
his language skills. Be careful not to criticize his remarks, though. Doing so
will discourage him from using his own thought processes to problem solve.
When your child gets sick, he/she
really needs you to be there for them. They really need their parents for
comfort at the onslaught of an illness. Spending a night rocking your child to
sleep will make you preciously aware of what parenting is all about.
At bedtime read or tell stories to
your toddler. Reading aids in relaxing them to fall asleep. Also, children find
comfort in the routine and look forward to bedtime.
Next time your kid asks you, why? Over
and over just ask them, why do you keep asking me why?
We as parents should pay close
attention to how we raise our children, as they are a reflection of ourselves!
Try not to lose yourself in
motherhood, because you are more than just a mom. Remember the “you” before
becoming a mom and take the time to do the things that you loved doing. Always
schedule some time to yourself to enjoy being you.
Instead of punishing your child when
he/or she shows signs of anger, frustration, or sadness; have your child list
five things that make him/ or her happy and why. After they’re done with the
list the child should have changed they’re state of mind to a positive one.
This teaches your child how to control their emotions, and creates a positive
environment for you and child.
A wise man once told me, he said; son,
always say what you mean and do what you say you are going to do. Always do
what's right, and then you won't be looking over your shoulder.
- J.W.Dillow -
Having a child does not make one a
good parent -- just like --
Owning a piano does not make one a concert
pianist!
When kids begin asking awkward
questions
Invention becomes the necessity of
mother.
If curiosity has any chance of
surviving into adulthood, then every child’s question of "Why?"
should always be answered, even if only by saying "I don’t know".
Mystery is the nurture of curiosity, not its end. To say, "I don’t
know." to a child only whets the child’s appetite to exceed the adult.
Isn't this what we want for all children?
Source: Wisdom Tips - Childcare
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