How To Make Child Behavior Changes That Last

Dr. Purushothaman
October 6, 2013

That magical day your child was born was probably one of, if not THE, happiest times in your life. You have never felt a connection so strong to a human as you do with your child. The parenting advice below will help you build an even stronger relationship between you and your child that will last and thrive through the years.

Even though time with your kids is important, it is also important to make time for yourself. Taking that little bit of time for yourself can really help to recharge your batteries, and also help you discover who you are outside of your parental role.

Avoid pressuring your eighteen year old child regarding college choices. It might be your dream for them to attend your Alma mater, but you shouldn't focus solely on that school. When they feel pressured, teens may act in a perverse manner if they feel that someone is trying to control them.

You should never give your infant or toddler any kind of soft drinks because of the acids, chemicals and caffeine that they contain. You need to provide your child with drinks that are nutritionally sound and agreeable to their stomachs so things like milk, water and sugarless juice are more acceptable.

Make sure your children have reflective materials on their backpacks or coats if they walk to school. You can find reflective material that can easily be applied with Velcro strips to any surface. Drivers will be able to spot children more easily thanks to these reflective stripes.

A mesh teether containing carrots, cucumber or pickle could be helpful to your little one if they are having a hard time with their teeth coming through. There are many methods of toothache relief, but if someone has a flavor your child will be more likely to chew on it. Chewing on the item for a while can really make your child happier and less cranky.

Establishing clear rules stated in positive language for family members to follow can be quite helpful in reducing conflict and helping your kids get along. For instance, instead of saying "no hitting" as a rule, you can reposition it as "always be gentle when touching".

A great way to foster sound eating practices is to take junk food items out of the home. Your child probably won't ask for junk food if you don't have any around. Try reserving these special treats for events like Halloween and Christmas.

If a child suffers from ADD, ADHD or other behavioral conditions, one thing that a parent can do to help is keep the child occupied. You need to offer these children constructive ways to expend all of that bundled-up energy, or you will surely regret it! Make sure your child gets plenty of exercise during the day: go for a walk or a bike ride, for instance.

It is very important to establish a strong relationship with children when they are younger. As they grow they will be able to share things with you because they feel safe and comfortable. The advice in this article will help you to start on the path to a healthy relationship, or strengthen what you already have.

 

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