What is the most trying and most rewarding job in the world? Parenting, of course. Though it is a job like no other, you still need the right skills to do it well. This article brings together some of the most practical parenting solutions available, to help make the job a little easier.
What experts say is true– reading books to your child is very important. Children learn just about everything by reading, from colors and numbers, to shapes and letters. Experts believe that 30 minutes of book reading each night could have your child on the way to reading before they even reach kindergarten!
A great parenting tip is to be aware of how your actions can influence your child. If you curse a lot at home, don’t be surprised if your child gets suspended or sent home from school for bad behavior. Always try to set a good example for your child.
To help soothe your upset baby, massage some lavender oil into the back of your neck. Place your baby in a blanket and bounce them in your lap while sitting on the end of your bed. The oil will provide a calming scent and the gentle bouncing will relax both you and the baby.
Make sure your swings and mobiles use plugs over batteries. When you have twins you are using two of everything and that will include double the batteries. Save yourself the extra cost by only buying or registering for items that you can plug in so that you won’t have to take out a mortgage for batteries.
Get a well made twin stroller that fits your life. There are two main types of twin strollers, the side to side and the back to back. Both have benefits that could recommend them for your children. A side by side will allow both babies to see the world in front of them, but as they get a little older it will also allow them to mess with each other. Back to back strollers are more likely to be compatible with car seats so look for what works for you.
Remember to reward good behavior with praise and recognition. Children usually hear more reprimands for bad behavior than praise for good behavior and that might become discouraging to them. However, if you praise them for specific good behavior that they have exhibited, their confidence will be lifted, and they will exhibit the good behavior more often.
When your children quarrel, take the opportunity to teach them to respect the other child’s personal boundaries, to help resolve the problem. You can help them learn to respect personal boundaries by first giving them the words to express their own boundaries. Your child can then protect his or her boundaries by moving away from the problem.
Like any other job, parenting requires a bit of know how. Kids do not come with manuals and finding the right resources can often be difficult. Use the tips, solutions and advice offered in this article, to help take some of the guesswork out of those little and not-so-little, parenting decisions.
