Parenting - Find The Right Balance!
Parenting can be a daunting prospect even for the most
accomplished and the most prepared. Good parenting is a balance
of many different factors and you will need to discipline as
well as spend good, quality time with your child. In this modern
age, time is of a premium. Even when parents do find they have
some spare time to interact with their children this time is
often spent worrying about what needs to be done next.
Make sure you set aside some time every day to spend with your
child or children and when you do, try to concentrate solely on
them. If you appear withdrawn or distracted your child will
notice and in many cases they will associate it with their own
actions. Do things that will educate and entertain them and
remember that socializing is as educational as any other
activity.
A well-socialized child will grow into well-adapted young adult.
Usually, they will easily make friends and treat people with
respect. They will also be able to attract similar responses
from those around them. Socializing should start very early on
and playgroups can be an excellent opportunity to interact with
children of their own and different ages. Because there are a
number of children at playgroups and parents can attend, a
playgroup should become something to look forward to.
By setting aside this time every day or routinely attending
playgroups you are already beginning to build a good structure
in your child's life. Your future parenting requirements will be
greatly helped by this. Children appreciate structure because it
helps them to concentrate and it makes them feel at ease, but if
they are unaccustomed to this structured way of life then they
will find it difficult to adapt when you start demanding it. If
you work unusual hours or stay at work late it can be difficult
to include this structure, but you should do so whenever you
can.