Wednesday, January 11, 2012

How To Keep Your Kids Focused On Good Behavior

By Adam Lotter


Raising a child is hard work, and no amount of advice or preparation can change that. Preparation and knowledge can have an effect, though, on the results that hard parenting work brings. A helpful tip at the right time can make the parenting process much easier. Continue reading to get a few tips that might solve some child-rearing problems.

Place retro-reflective material on all children who go to school in order to make their backpack and clothing stand out. You can buy Velcro strips of this material that you can attach and detach from their clothing or accessories. This enables crossing guards and drivers to see your child more clearly and from a farther distance, particularly early in the morning when it is sometimes still dusky.

It is a well known fact that each child in a family will be different. If a technique worked to help one child, don't expect it to work for all children. Not only does this include rewards, but punishments as well. Do not try to follow a cookie cutter format when raising your children, instead experiment to find what works best for them and you.

Put more emphasis on telling your kids what they can and should do, rather than focusing on what they should not or cannot do. Many times, when children are told what they can and cannot do, they feel as if their freedom has been stifled. Try using positive reinforcement instead; remind children regularly of what they are free to do instead of focusing on what you don't want them to do.

Keep yourself up-to-speed with regard to everything that is transpiring. Most teachers like to keep parents in the loop, and have parents involved in what's happening. Take advantage of the options that are available to you and stay active in your child's schooling.

Directing anger towards children makes them cringe and draw away from you. Parents must understand that children are prone to accidents and mistakes.

If children live in your house, you should never smoke indoors. In fact, why not quit smoking altogether? You may not realize it, but secondhand smoke can be as bad, if not worse, than firsthand smoke. Smoking around your children can be very hazardous and cause many respiratory issues including asthma, bronchitis or pneumonia.

Preschool children often have difficulty in dealing with transitions. Abruptly switching between tasks can cause stress to toddlers and result in them experiencing a melt down.

Think of this article as a good starting point to develop good parenting strategies. Bear in mind though that every parenting experience is totally unique. There is no particular parenting style that is the "correct way." Therefore, use whatever advice fits your parenting style. Children grow up before you know it, so take the time to enjoy your children during this exciting time.




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