What makes a great mom? Is it driving the kids everywhere or saying yes
to their every whim? Well, if you believe that than you are trying to
be "supermom" and that's not good for either you or the children.
Children need to feel safe, secure, and loved. They need to be nurtured
in an environment of mutual respect. Children learn by imitation and
mom and dad are their primary teachers. If you treat others with
courtesy your child will do the same.
Moms, take care of yourselves. It is not selfish for you to go to the gym or go out with friends once in a while. It's healthy. Children know when a mom is resentful, unhappy, or stressed. This causes a strain on both the child and the mother. As a mom, listening to your child is very important. Don't close down the lines of communication. When they're infants, decipher their cries. As they grow, encourage good and meaningful words and dialogue. Another very important thing to remember is that you are the parent. Set reasonable limits and give your children clear expectations. That way, they know exactly what you expect from them. Part of good mothering is getting the children what they need, but remember the difference between need and want. The Rolling Stones said it best, "you can't always get what you want. But if you try sometimes you just might find you get what you need." Being there for them will help them to see that they have value to you, but smothering them will show that there is a lack of trust. Be clear about what you expect from them. Also remember the old adage, "If momma ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!" Please feel obligated to leave your valued opinion. Thanks a lot. Advice for Moms Posts
Traditions are the glue that keeps family members returning home for holidays and calling Mom and Dad on special occasions. Many young couples may have gotten short changed by their parents and don't understand the importance of establishing traditions of their own. However, just as many children of a drunk turn away from liquor, the children of a tradition less family will often deter...
Jealousy and competition cause fights between siblings. When we first come into the world we let others know that we have needs by making a noise. Usually it is a loud noise, better described as crying. Children learn quickly by how parents respond to their cry.When a brother or sister gets more attention than they receive they quickly figure out a way to get their share. T...
Families must move from time to time. When this happens children must adjust. Adjusting is not always easy. Sometime it really hurts to leave friends and say goodbye.Moving can really hurt, but it doesn’t have to hurt so much if parents guide children into understanding the reasons moving is necessary. Parents can help children cope with leaving friends by offering suggesti...
The things you tell your doctor are important. Sometimes you are embarrassed to tell him that you failed to give his medication as he prescribed it. When that happens you may say the dog ate it. Well why was it in a location for the dog to have access to in the first place. Other times you may say it got dropped down the sink or you got it confused with the medication you g...
Parents are aware that their children dream and have nightmares. Blankets and soft toys offer security in the absence of a parent. Parents and psychologist recognize the potential for concern about the child’s later development. Studies show that there are no significant problems as results of fear and the use of comfort blankets.Often children share these security items.&n...
Infants come to earth needing only one food source, the mother’s milk. A child learns to accept water next and eventually juices and then milk with some solid nutritional content added.It is up to the parent to gradually expose the newborn to other foods. The early food experiences are the combination of foods offered, the option for the child to self-feed and the atmosphere of mealtim...
Understanding How Children Cope list four methods they use. I was impressed with the clarity of each method. Any grandparent should readily recognize denial, regression, withdrawal or impulsively acting out as behavior related to stress.Once the actions are recognized then comes the need to address their cause. Grandparents are called upon to be caregivers more and more in today'...
Children of all ages are subject to encounter stressful situations. It may be the duty of a grandparent to sooth and comfort them. A grandparent that is with grandchildren frequently may pick up on their inability to adjust before the parent does.Children may encounter snide remarks from peers. When this happens they need reassurance of their value and told how much they are love...
There are no two learning disorders alike. There are no identical thumbprints. Every child is different. Looking back over the years, we ask if things were like this when we were growing up. Physicians will generally respond that there were as many cases then as now but they were undiagnosed. This is a questionable response to say the least. There are a number o...
Do you have a child or children with learning disabilities? Do they have trouble keeping their mind on a task or completing a task, turning in their homework, finishing a test or are they just uncontrollably disobedient? Do you find you are pulling your hair out and distressed over their behavior? Have you come to the conclusion that you need help?Professional help is available, ...
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