Positive parenting tips to start practicing today.

 

The birth of a child changes lives forever. Becoming a parent comes with several concerns and responsibilities. And, the main concern becomes effective parenting. While parenting comes naturally to most, the many concerns of the modern world and it’s fast paced existence make parenting a tiered concern. Parenting in simple terms, just means loving your child, and teaching him to be a rounded and caring individual. Children need understanding, love, as well as a certain guiding hand which will help them make appropriate choices from childhood to adulthood. In this post, I am going to give you the essential tips for effective parenting. Ready? We are starting here.

1. Understand that your child is an individual with the ability to think and feel.

Never try to mold a child into what you imagine to be the right mold for him or her. Every child has certain inborn talents and must be given the opportunity to discover their own identity and personality. I think as parents, we get so wrapped up in making sure that our children are smart and successful in life, that we tend to ignore they also need autonomy, as well as guidance and respect as they grow and mature. Instead, you must guide him to be what God made him to be, with guidance and love. But don’t try to impose what you think will be good for him.

2. Instill in your child a sense of self confidence and trust in you.

They must know that, at any time they can turn to you for advice and help. Help the child discover themselves, their inner talents and strengths. Keep all avenues of conversation open. Listen to what your child has to say. You will be surprised at how much children know today.

3. Nurture your child’s talents and give them the space and opportunity to fly with their own winds and touch the skies.

Never try to push your child into a study course or profession they are not comfortable with. Instead, let them find their own passions, interests and talents. Provide your child the opportunity to practice different things to evolve and discover their own strengths.

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4. Reassure your child that he has your unconditional love and support no matter what.

Your love is not measured by your child’s behavior, performance, or achievements. For your child needs to be crystal clear that for you, the most important thing is his well-being and happiness. Your child needs to be certain that your love is unconditional, no matter what happens.

5. Freedom needs limits as well.

Being understanding and lenient does not mean running wild. Children need rules to work under, as well as a pre-determined schedule. This instills in them a feeling of security as well as discipline. So, a parent must wield the carrot and stick but subtly not like a military general or great dictator.

6. Spoiled versus discipline. What is best when it comes to positive parenting tips.

What a parent needs to do is use positive methods to discipline a child. Never beat or abuse a child, but devise a way in which a child looses certain privileges when he or she behaves badly or oversteps limits. Decide with the child whether it should be TV privileges, or pizza treats, or movies, or visits to the mall for example. Many parents find grounded works well. The key is that your child still needs boundaries, with the right positive parenting approach you can let them know what is allow and what is not.

7. Create bonds that are strong and will stand the vicissitudes of life and time.

Be warm and empathetic, share interests, spend time together, establish routines and rituals, be vigilant and pick up clues when a child is upset or angry. Keep lines of communication wide open, a child must be able to come and share his troubles and problems with you without hesitation.

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Final thoughts about positive parenting tips.

Being a parent is not about providing well, giving pocket money, or satisfying material needs only. Is about creating love, understanding, and trust. Bonds that are formed in the early years of life that will last a life-time, in good and bad times. It is important for parents to extend a warm hand of friendship and becomes their child’s mentor.

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Zadi, xo