You were probably the happiest you have ever been the day your child was born. There is no bond like the one formed between a parent and a child. Apply these tips to communicate with your child and build strong connections.
Always put yourself in the position of a child when confronted by issues presented to you from young people. You may not think that what your child is talking about is a big deal, but to them, it is extremely important.
If there are children in the house, don’t smoke inside. In fact, consider simply quitting smoking for good. The dangers of inhaling secondhand smoke are the same as those of smoking. Children exposed to second-hand smoke are at risk of developing respiratory diseases like bronchitis, asthma and even pneumonia.
Friends that your child associates with may bring some bad habits, such as inappropriate language, into their social time. If your child begins to use inappropriate words, tell him that is unacceptable as a member of the family. Make sure to speak to him when it is just the two of you, so that you do not cause him to feel ashamed when he is among his peers.
Look for a “family line” when going through airport security checkpoints. They can be found at most airports. You’ll be able to take your time without holding up busy business travelers. You will have to run everything through the x-ray machine including the kids shoes and car seats.
It is immensely important to establish a respectful, loving relationship with your young child so that when they become a teenager you will have that healthy foundation for open communication. Teenage years can be a difficult time to try to start an ease for dialogue. The tips in this article can help you get started on building that relationship or enhancing the one that you already have.
