Good parenting requires an understanding self and a strong desire to do your best for another. Children require love and attention. They also need boundaries and discipline. To discipline does not mean to punish, but to TEACH. Encourage children to do for themselves what they are capable of doing. Let your 'yes' be exactly that, and your 'No' as well. Treat the child as you would like to be treated. Try 'walking' in their shoes. You may well have a happier time with them.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Building a relationship with your child
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Building a relationship with your child involves; stepping back, assessing the situation and planing a strategy to best help the child. This may mean having to say "No" at times and coping a full throated roar of protest. Yes, a child is allowed to show frustration and protest. It is how you react that will shape the relationship.
Good parenting requires an understanding self and a strong desire to do your best for another. Children require love and attention. They also need boundaries and discipline. To discipline does not mean to punish, but to TEACH. Encourage children to do for themselves what they are capable of doing. Let your 'yes' be exactly that, and your 'No' as well. Treat the child as you would like to be treated. Try 'walking' in their shoes. You may well have a happier time with them.
Good parenting requires an understanding self and a strong desire to do your best for another. Children require love and attention. They also need boundaries and discipline. To discipline does not mean to punish, but to TEACH. Encourage children to do for themselves what they are capable of doing. Let your 'yes' be exactly that, and your 'No' as well. Treat the child as you would like to be treated. Try 'walking' in their shoes. You may well have a happier time with them.
