For a little entertainment to set the mood for this article's theme (parenting), please refer to the resource section of this article (below). Don't push your child into anything before they are ready, such as potty training or walking, simply because their older sibling did it when they were a certain age. If you try to push a child into doing something before they are capable, it can lead to delayed learning. Change things up often by moving the toys around or incorporating new toys into a child's toy box. Toddlers typically lose interest in a toy within a few days unless it is a beloved favorite. If you rotate toys they will seem new to the toddler and you will not have to buy them all of the time. Toys that provide exercise, such as bouncers, swingers, and eventually bicycles, are very good choices, as they allow for exercise as well as providing transport. There are some programs available to rent toys, which can be exchanged for new toys as the child tires of them; this can be a real money saver. To calm your baby, apply lavender oil to your neck and lovingly hold your little one close to you. The oil has a smell which should calm and soothe the child. The lavender can also run double duty in helping your baby fall asleep due to the calming properties of the oil. Children love their playtime. They need to have regular time for playing. A good parent knows that they should do their best to be more active in their child's playtime. Fortunate is the family that can afford to have an adult member stay home with the child. Even if you have a home office, when the child is awake and active, it's important that an adult be present to interact with and supervise the young one; during rest periods it's important to monitor the child's room with audio and/or video technology. When the working spouse or significant other arrives home from work, then it's time to alternate roles, especially if all parties are engaged in work activities. Remember, you must set aside some quality time for the adults to interact and enjoy each other; that is needed, not only for the adults (for their state of mind), but will create a stronger bond between them, which in turn will also reflect on the well being of their child(ren). If becoming a stepparent is on your horizon, keep in mind that it will be a while before you get along with your stepchild. A lot of kids show resentment about the fact that their true parents are no longer together. Try to be understanding and eventually the two of you can build a unique bond. Often there may be a very deep hurt between your stepchild and their birth mother or father; try to understand this and it may take a lot of special effort on your part as parents, but you need to do everything you can to overcome that hurt by filling the void being experienced by your stepchild - let them know you accept them as your own; love them, nurture them, and bring them up in the Christian faith! Have your child see you eat various veggies, fruit, and whole grains in a healthy diet. If they see you doing it, they will be more likely to mimic that behavior and eat healthy choices for themselves. While we're on the issue of health, it's important that you (the parents) permanently stop bad habits while around your child(ren) and this includes but is not limited to (sounds legal doesn't it) smoking, drinking alcohol and taking illegal drugs; these elements are not only bad for your health, but are unhealthy for your children and when it comes to drinking & drugs, please take a bus or cab and certainly don't drive buzzed with your children. Remember an accident while driving buzzed will affect your children whether or not they are with you in the vehicle; in addition to the possibility of injuring yourself and the occupants of your vehicle, you could earn yourself a ticket which will not only cost you lots of money but could land you in jail, which would be a very bad example for your child and be very uncomfortable for you, to say the least. Not every child is going to be a social butterfly. Some children can be shy and withdrawn, and that is normal behavior for them. Do take note if your child appears to be extremely withdrawn. If they seem more withdrawn than normal, it might be an idea to visit the pediatrician, just in case there are any underlying issues that are causing them to behave this way, however, beware the pediatrician that is quick to prescribe medication; you, as parents, need to research any recommendation that the doctor may make and be certain that you are comfortable with the anticipated benefit and well as the indicated possible adverse side effects before you agree to accepting the doc's advice. Sometimes it will be beneficial if you get a second opinion, perhaps from a wholistic physician; one that is familiar with the use of vitamins, herbals, amino acids, and minerals. Armed with input from your consultations and research, you will be in a good position to arrive at a decision to proceed or to adopt a wait and see attitude. Foster a good relationship between you and your spouse. Modelling a healthy adult relationship for your child will help him have similarly healthy relationships later in life. This will prove invaluable as your child grows up. When your child becomes an adult, you can be pleased with how you raised him. Don't forget that your example should also include spiritual instruction; the christian church is a wonderful learning center for young minds. The church may also provide a Kinder Kirk (Kindergarden) program which can benefit the child and give mom & dad a little break from the rigors of raising a child. You should be well-informed about everything. Teachers are always open to talking with you about your child. Go ahead and ask them-take advantage! Remember that teachers often take lots of flak from parents, so please be gentle and cordial when in conference with them. If the teacher tells you something about your child which you might want to deny at first exposure, just hold back briefly while you contemplate the subject at hand; understand that the teacher spends a lot of time with your child and usually will have no alterior motive for relating experiences which are untrue. You may want to discuss any disturbing revelations concerning junior, with your closest confidants, and try to come up with a plan for correcting any unacceptable behavior; if you are having trouble deciding on a plan, you may want to meet with a psychologist to further determine a plan of action. Your child needs to be given a wide array of sensory stimuli as they develop. Activities like playing in the mud or smelling the spices when you bake will give him opportunities in learning about the world. Look for things that have beautiful colors, interesting textures, strong scents, appealing tastes and fascinating shapes that you can show to your child. Sometimes providing a compatible pet for your child will be a great experience for both you and the child; your child will learn responsibility which may be delegated to them by you (the parents); again, determining the type of pet and actually selecting one, may require research on your part. The pet doesn't necessarily have to be purebred, it can be a pet from your local shelter, and these animals often times make better pets than the purebred varieties. Remember, a pet can give your child countless hours of exercise, pleasure and joy, which the child will remember for as long as they live. Also, when picking out a pet, be certain to let the child make the decision; you may be thinking: "How can my child make that decision when they can't even talk yet?", well, when visiting a shelter or breeder in search of that charming entity, keep a close eye on your child and the animals that they encounter and that will tell you which pet to choose. Whether the encounter is between your child and a dog, cat or bird, it doesn't really matter as long as the child seems to be forming a bond with the entity encountered. Parenting doesn't always come naturally to everyone. A natural and integral part of raising a child is gathering knowledge and advice. Parenting is oftentimes a difficult task, but it can be made easier when parents share their experiences with each other. Parenting tips are available from a variety of sources, and their arrival is always appreciated. Of course you're probably wondering how I'm going to relate parenting to running a business? Well, if you think about it, growing a business is a lot like parenting. You have to use many of the same techniques with business and your customers as you would with children. Of course by and large, your customers are probably adults, but many times they may act like children and you need to remember your training and treat them as such when that becomes necessary. Children need (as the article points out) to be coddled, loved, taught right from wrong, disciplined when needed and led in the right direction to provide them with guidance to help them adjust to future demands placed on them by society. In addition, business (as with parenting) may require the use of technology to be able to provide that competitive edge needed for success. Parenting theme entertainment (enjoy): I DID IT MY WAY <==click here The author's expertise in short article writing, complements his visions and philosophies of our amazing free enterprise system; In order to keep moving toward your dreams or business visions, you must have goals, and these goals will, when achieved, help you to succeed. Are you searching for an answer? Do you know the secret to achieving success? Well, take a look at this: Home Business Presentation. 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