Parenting Advice

9 steps to stop bad behavior

1. Set Rules- Think about what rules you want to institute, remembering to let go of little annoyances and picking your battles. Then write down your rules and explain in clear language what you expect from your kids. As your kids age, you will probably have to adjust some of the rules.


2. Work on eliminating one bad behavior at a time- Although your kids may have several behaviors that are driving you up the wall, it is best to focus on one behavior at a time (no more than two, according to the author). When you focus on just one behavior, the chance that you will be able to get your child to stop the behavior is increased.


3. Stay calm- When your child breaks one of your rules, before you discipline them make sure you take a moment to "count to ten" or take a deep breath before doing so. Never discipline in anger.


4. Make sure your children know what they are doing wrong- You should never assume that your child, especially young kids, realize when they are doing something wrong. When you notice they are breaking rules or behaviing inappropriately, take the time to calmly review the rule or the behavior. Sometimes a simple reminder is all it takes to stop the behavior.


5. Offer a positive alternative- You can change a behavior by suggesting a positive option. If you are trying to get a child to stop whining, for instance, you can tell them to "Please talk to me nicely."


6. Give consequences if the behavior continues or rules continue to be broken- If your teen consistently breaks curfew, explain what the consequences are. If your children continue to argue and fight, turn off the TV. It's pointless to make rules if you don't enforce them.


7. Immediately correct the behavior and enforce the consequences- As soon as the rule is broken again or the behavior continues, then you must immediately follow through with the punishment.


8. Strive to be fair- Don't turn every event into a battle of wills. Aim to be firm and fair by compromising, offering choices and joint problem solving.


9. Recognize your child's effort- Acknowledge all small changes in your child's behavior; doing so increases the chance they will continue to try to change.

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Parents are the best role-models for the little ones. Follow what you preach!

Parents today spend considerable time preparing to bring their children into the world. Indeed, raising children today is arguably challenging then ever before. It is therefore justifiable on their part to be well versed with the latest trends, gadgets and wares that one needs to be equipped with to be a 'good' parent. Besides fulfilling the primary requirements that child needs, which is love, care, food, clothes and shelter a good parent will help the child to succeed in life. Good parenting promotes value based learning and develops intellectual curiosity and desire to establish a healthy bond with the child.
Parents are the most important and influential persons in the lives of children. Therefore, there is need to promote effective parenting and educate them because every child has a right to be effectively and gently raised by the parents.
Good Parenting Guidelines :

Together Time : Establish a regular weekly routine for doing something special with your child, even if it's just going out for a walk in the park.

Listen Up : Be an active listener. Encourage questions and probe when needed. Showing your willingness to listen will make your child feel more comfortable about opening up to you.
Hugs & Kisses : Parental warmth, care and acceptance are pivotal ingredients in effective parenting. Never belittle your child for he/she will learn to resent you. Kiss your child, pat him, hug him/her and say "I love

you".

Foster ur child's independence : Let your child explore childhood fun and do it all by him/herself. This will help him/her feel independent, and develop a sense of self-direction and simultaneously boost his self

esteem.

Watch ur speech :Try to tell your child what you DO want rather than what you DON'T want. Use of negative remarks such as, can't, don't, no and stop. This increases the feelings of cooperation and respect, and reduces the number of power struggles you may have with your child.

Quality care during early years is vital component of each child's life. The experience received during early years with parent's warmth, love and understanding can produce long-term, positive effects for your child.

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