Sunday, May 5, 2013

Strengthening The Parent-Child Bond

By Michal Henderson


Parenting might be the most demanding of all jobs, which is the reason that there are those that opt to become full-time moms or dads. Nothing can ever beat a solid bond with your own children, however challenging the task it is.

Take time off from your busy schedule to be with them and do things together such as going to the mall, reading a book, grocery shopping, or watching TV. Make meal times a family affair where you can catch up on each other's stories. Touch on happy times to make them look forward to always having hearty meals and snacks with you.

Know who their friends are and try to have some kind of interaction with them too. Join them during their play time and invite them over to your home or vice versa. It would be best to have a chat with their respective parents also so you know the types of people that have an influence on your child.

Have special dates with each of your children. A mother and daughter or father and son day is a great way to bond and get to know one another on a more profound level. It can be a walk to the park, a basketball match, even a baking or cooking session. This will encourage your child to be more open to you which may include talking about their issues at school, or concerns about their peers.

Respect and value their thoughts on things. On certain occasions, let them pick which clothes they want to wear, what food to eat, what book to read, or what hobby they want to pursue. A good way to start is to let them decide on the wall color of their very own bedroom as well as the interior design elements they want to apply. It would be a nice idea to have them participate in a meeting with your chosen interior design Singapore consultant so that they can personally discuss their preferences.

As much as you want to spend time with them, you should also allow them to be on their own sometimes. Children also need to feel independent which will prepare them to be fine, responsible adults later on in life.




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