Raise Your Kids To Be The Best They Can Be

Published On July 13, 2013 Category : Parenting

Having a child is one of the most exciting things that can happen to you. The information that follows should help you learn some tips to proper child-rearing.

If you are expecting, don’t blow two months’ salary on nursery equipment. All the necessary baby items, such as a crib, blanket or changing table, can be bought at department stores like a K-Mart or Walmart for much cheaper while still giving you high quality. You should also ask other mothers if they have anything that they would be willing to lend or give you to use.

TIP! Remember that your child looks to you for guidance. Let your children know they can count on you and trust you.

Remove everything from the countertop in the kitchen, recline your son or daughter on a towel, and allow water from the tap to soak their hair. Most toddlers find this method less stressful than having their head placed under water.

Preschool children often have a hard time with change. Abrupt changes between tasks stress out preschoolers to the point of melt down.

As parents we sometimes need to take a step back, and let our teenagers make their first step into young adulthood, by attending the college that they choose. When teens feel they are being overly controlled, they tend to go in the opposite direction, sometimes out of rebellion.

TIP! After making a clear space on the counter, cover it with a rolled-up towel. Position your child so that his or her head is over the sink, then run water from your faucet onto the scalp and hair.

Every parent needs an occasional break from their children. Find a friend or relative who can care for your children for an hour or two. All parents need a chance to relax and recharge child-free. Your household will be calmer and you’ll be a better parent if you take a break.

Reflective Materials

Regardless of age, any child who walks to his or her school should wear retro-reflective materials as part of an outfit or on a backpack. You can find reflectors at hobby stores, hardware stores or your local safety coalition. Retro-reflective materials, whether Velcro or tape, make children more visible if they’re walking prior to sunrise or after dark. No matter what time of day it is, wearing reflective materials draws drivers’ attention to your children’s presence and makes road accidents less likely.

TIP! Transitions are hard on preschoolers. They tend to become frustrated and have temper tantrums when they must change tasks quickly.

Smoking with children in your home can really have negative consequences on their health, so try not to do it in your home. You should even think about completely quitting smoking. Secondhand smoke is worse than smoking. Second-hand smoke puts children at risk for lung ailments including asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia.

Toddlers often have more toys than they can possibly play with. Rotate them in and out of their toy box to keep them new and interesting. It is common for toddlers to become uninterested in their toys, unless it’s something they truly love. Keeping things in rotation preserves the sense of curiosity kids have in their toys, and removes the need to keep buying new ones.

If you are about to become a stepparent, make sure you realize that it can be a long time before your stepchild gets along with you. A lot of kids are still angry about their parents’ divorce. By not trying to rush things, the process is smoother. Over time, the child will get to know you and learn to accept the situation.

TIP! “Me time” is extremely beneficial to parents and these brief periods of time without the kids should occur at regular intervals. Get a loved one to watch them, even if it’s only a few hours.

Remove junk foods from the house and you eliminate temptations, while promoting healthier choices. Without junk food in the house, your children are far less likely to beg for it. Simply think of such items as rare pleasures in which you indulge only on holidays or vacations.

If children are experiencing behavioral issues, a good strategy is to employ positive reinforcement for good choices. It is important to remember that some children are dealing with a lot of emotional baggage and may not know how to express themselves properly. By setting an example and demonstrating the correct way to express oneself, a parent can help a child more effectively.

Hopefully these tips give you some ideas about being a parent. It should give you a small foundation to think about and to build upon. You need to understand child-rearing can not be standardized. The right choice can change from one parent and child to another. Therefore, use whatever advice fits your parenting style. It is important to enjoy every moment with your child. They grow very fast and if you blink you could miss it all.

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