That magical day your child was born was probably one of, if not THE, happiest times in your life. You have never felt a connection so strong to a human as you do with your child. Put the tips in this article to use if you want to maintain that connection with your child for years to come.
You don’t have to spend thousands on quality nursery gear. Quality essentials like cribs and changing tables, are available quite cheaply at department stores, discount stores, and even venues like eBay or Craigslist. Family and friends also serve as a great resource for gently used items.
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. If your child is afraid of having their head underwater, or does not like water poured directly on their head, this will making washing their hair much less stressful for everyone.
Taking some time to pursue your own interests shows your children that different people have different interests, and talents. This helps you be yourself and a great parent too.
It is critical that you have personal time, free of your children. Get a loved one to watch them, even if it’s only a few hours. If parents never get a timeout from bringing up a child responsibilities, stress and frustration can result. This will affect the entire family.
Children of all ages who walk to school should be wearing retro-reflective materials on either their clothing or backpack. Retro-reflective Velcro strips are also available. Velcro is convenient to attach and can be easily removed or put onto a different piece of clothing. Doing so will help to keep your child safe, by making them far more visible to people driving than they would be without reflectors.
If you and your child can build a healthy relationship while they are still young, it will carry on to their teenage years, allowing for positive and meaningful communication between the two of you. Use the information given in the article above to build the kind of relationship you want with your child.