Parenting is the process of promoting and supporting the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of a child from infancy to adulthood. Parenting refers to the aspects of raising a child aside from the biological relationship. There are a number of articles, books regarding parenting. For your help PHILOMEL is providing you some basic parenting tips.
- Make some simple rules for your child. Start with a few “dos” and “don’ts” and discuss them with your child.
- If you feel that your child’s behavior is beginning to get out of control, “nip it in the bud”.
- Encourage your child to take up a hobby or sport that they will enjoy them and have fun. Don’t make it too competitive for them.
- The study says that art projects are good for giving young children a chance to create and be independent at the same time. So encourage them in that.
- Children are not born knowing what is acceptable and unacceptable. They watch how you behave and how you treat them and others. Children often learn how to act by observing how their parents act. So always try to set a good example for your child.
- As a parent, you are responsible for correcting and guiding your child. But remember how you express your corrective guidance makes all the difference in how your child receives it.
- Never tell a child that he is bad. That tears at his self-esteem.
- Don’t ever smoke in your home.
- Research has shown that hitting your child does not help, and can do more damage. Try to avoid striking your child in anger.
- Do not put down your children. If they break a rule, tell them what they did wrong and why that makes you angry.
- Check your child’s records to ensure that immunizations are up-to-date and keep a copy of those records.
- Always supervise children around any water, from oceans and pools to bathtubs and buckets.
- Never leave a child unattended in a car.
- Use corner guards on furniture edges to prevent strangulation hazards.
- Most children enjoy spending time helping their parents, and it can also be a good learning experience.
- When you feel frustrated, angry or uncontrollable, let your feelings out safely away from your children. Better you leave the place or take a walk.
- Try to motivate your children with positive reinforcement, help them set realistic goals and have attainable expectations for your child.