Parenting Tips you won't Regret
Boost your childs self-esteem
Help your child learn to do things. At every age, there are new things for kids to learn.
When teaching kids how to do things, show and help them at first.
Praise your child, but do it wisely.
Be a good role model.
Ban harsh criticism.
Focus on strengths.
Let kids help and give.
Catch Kids Being Good
At first, try to catch your child being good randomly, or at least one time every 15 minutes.
Make eye contact.
Speak with excitement.
Be specific about the behavior you like.
Give attention right after the behavior you liked.
Give the type of attention your child enjoys.
Set Limits and Be consistent with Discipline
Provide Structure. Kids do best when they have structure, and it will make it easier to discipline consistently.
Develop a Plan.
Work With Other Caregivers.
Pay Attention to Your Moods.
Follow Through with Consequences.
Choose Your Battles Wisely.
Resist the Urge to Give In.
Expect Change to Take Time.
Make Time for Your Kids
Have a daily “connect” time with your child. ...
Create a special ritual for you and your child—something that can be done every day.
Tell your child you love them every day.
Reinforce positive behavior.
Make and eat meals with your children whenever possible.
Be a Good Role Model.
Be dependable, loyal and considerate. Model good manners and respect for others. Children pick up on everything – being polite and respectful to whomever you encounter teaches your child that other people are important too.
Make Communication a Priority
Set aside a regular time to talk.
Make dinner time a priority.
Create a special place.
Incorporate conversations into regular routines.
Maintain trustworthy relationships.
Be a good listener.
Ask specific questions.
Talk about things outside the home.
Be Flexible and Willing to Adjust Your Parenting Style
If you often feel “let down” by your child’s behavior, perhaps you have unrealistic expectations. Parents who think in “should” (for example, “My kid should be potty-trained by now”) might find it helpful to read up on the matter or to talk to other parents or child development specialists.
Kids’ environments have an effect on their behavior, so you might be able to change that behavior by changing the environment. If you find yourself constantly saying “no” to your 2-year-old, look for ways to alter your surroundings so that fewer things are off-limits. This will cause less frustration for both of you.
As your child changes, you’ll gradually have to change your parenting style. Chances are, what works with your child now won’t work as well in a year or two.
Show That Your Love Is Unconditional.
Tell them that you love them no matter what and that your love is not conditional on their behavior. Offer support and guidance: Instead of punishing your child for misbehavior, try to understand why they behaved that way. Offer guidance and support to help them learn from their mistakes and do better in the future.
Practice open communication so that both of your needs can be met.
Communicate in a non-defensive way.
Don't let the little annoyances of life override your love.
Share power in your relationship.
Pay attention to how you express your love.