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How to parent and what parenting style is best

By Linda McKinney 1 July, 2023 2 mins read

There are many parenting styles that work and there are different parenting qualities. Every family has different goals and expectations for raising a child. The best way to parent is to choose the right style for your family, and keep in mind that good parenting is not one-size-fits-all. It involves the nurturing of children and their growth. Find out which parenting style and qualities are best for your family.

Communication

For children and family to have a healthy relationship, effective communication is vital. Communication with children should be positive and respectful. Avoid criticism and admonishment. To show you care about their words, use phrases such as "I get it" or "I'm listening." Don't be quick to respond; a child might just be in a developmental stage or frustrated by something that has upset them. Don't be impatient.

Flexibility

The study of temperamental flexibility and child outcomes suggests that flexibility may moderate the relationship between maternal and paternal positive parenting. Children with lower flexibility had higher rates of internalizing and externalizing symptoms. Additionally, children who had lower levels of flexibility reported more negative parenting experiences. This suggests that flexibility is an important parenting quality. Positive parenting techniques can help improve flexibility and prevent children developing these symptoms.

Leadership

Leaders have many traits in common with their parents. They communicate regularly with employees, engage cooperation, and inspire creativity. Good parents can follow the leadership examples of those who have been successful in their workplaces to model their parenting style. Zenger and Folkman's recent study revealed that leaders communicate with employees almost every day. A leader who is effective shares their values with others is another important aspect. All these are aspects of good parenting. In addition to fostering leadership traits in children, parents can also use leadership principles to improve their relationship with their children.

Intelligence

Children need to be taught high intelligence traits from a social and emotional perspective by their parents. While some parents may have an innate ability to develop intelligence, others are capable. Higher levels of emotional intelligence lead to better student performance and better scores on standardized tests. The ability to develop emotional intelligence skills in children can help them deal with difficult situations and foster deeper relationships. You will be better equipped to deal with the challenges they will face as an adult.

Consequences

Your consequences must reflect your child's behavior. The purpose of consequences is to teach your child the value and importance of good behaviour. They differ from punishments, which aim to hurt someone. Punishments don't change behavior or reinsert your parental authority. To teach your child maturity and self-reliance, you as a parent must use the consequences.

Be a role-model

Children learn from their parents. Children's lives and values are shaped by their parents. Your influence on your child is greater the stronger your relationship with him. In addition to parents, children's peers can influence their daily behavior, including their willingness to take risks. Being a role model can help counter peer pressure and encourage children to look up to positive role models.

FAQ

How can I stop my kid from bullying others?

Bullying is a common problem among today's youth.

Some children bully others because they feel insecure. Some bully to make someone else feel bad.

Bullies often don't realize how much damage they can cause. They believe they're doing nothing wrong.

So it's important to find ways to prevent bullying in schools.

Here are some tips:

Teach students about different forms of bullying. Explain that bullying comes in many forms.
Talk to your child about bullying. Tell your child that you don’t like it when he/she picks on other people.
Help your child develop empathy. Encourage your child to think about other people's perspectives.
You must teach your child how to advocate for yourself and others.
Be consistent. Follow through if you tell your child not to touch another student.
Pay attention to your child's progress at school.
Inform teachers if your child was bullied.
Be gentle with your child. Instead, be kind and gentle.
Set clear boundaries. Your child must know exactly where he or her stand with you.
Your child deserves your support.
All family members should work together. Parents and siblings can support each other to maintain peace.
Be wise with your punishments and rewards. Rewards are great for chores and good grades. Punishments work well for misbehavior.

Which parenting style is best?

As a parent, it is important to ensure that your children are happy, healthy, well-adjusted, and successful.

The key to this is to instill values into them early. This means that they learn how to treat others, respect authority and accept responsibility.

So they can become responsible adults, who know their dreams and are capable of achieving them.

This means that, if your child experiences problems at school or with friends, they will be more able to handle it than if this was not something you taught them.

What can I do for a newborn every day?

A baby isn't just a little bundle of joy. It requires constant care and feeding. You need to know how to feed a baby properly.

You must also ensure they are safe. This includes protecting them against falling objects and potentially dangerous situations, such as fire.

Being a parent to a baby is a responsibility. Baby sleeping habits are different than those of adults. You must prepare to change diapers and clean up after your baby.

You might consider hiring someone who can help you with the housework, while you look after your baby. So you can spend more quality time with your baby.

It is important to be prepared for the unexpected. You'll likely be tired the majority of the day. It's important that you get enough rest to be able to continue caring for your baby.

Sometimes it's OK to let go of control. Keep in mind to get back up as soon as possible. If you do not, it could cause injury to the baby.

Remember that babies don’t always cry for food. Sometimes they cry because they're scared, lonely, or uncomfortable.

Pay attention to what makes your child happy. Talk to them when they seem upset.

If they are unable to respond, offer comfort.

Your baby deserves a safe environment. Keep clutter away from them. Make sure to clean up any toys or clothes that have become dirty.

Don't forget to take out food.

Keep in mind that babies can be very sensitive to sounds and smells. So try to avoid loud noises.

Keep your voice low. When interacting with your child, use gentle touch and a low voice.

You can also sing to your baby to encourage him or her.

Be careful not to sing too loud. Even at night, your baby will be able to hear you.

Your baby will also love to look at bright colors. So you can use brightly colored blankets and sheets.

Be cautious when using harsh chemicals for your skin. These chemicals can cause irritation to the delicate skin of your baby.

Also, avoid wearing perfume or cologne. The scent could alter your baby's senses.

Last but not least, make sure you give your baby lots and lots of hugs. Babies appreciate physical contact.

This helps them build trust in each other.

Statistics

They are even more likely to have dental cavities because permissive parents often don't enforce good habits, like ensuring a child brushes their teeth. (verywellfamily.com)
Most adults will become parents at some point in their lives (i.e., around 89.6% of the adult population worldwide; Ranjan, 2015). (positivepsychology.com)

External Links

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How To

How can I discipline my child properly?

You can discipline your child in many different ways, but the goal should be to make them understand why they did that wrong and not repeat it.

Here are some ideas:

Discuss with your child what you believe they did wrong.
Give them a limit on how long they can clean your room. You could say, "I'm going give you five minutes to clean your bedroom." You will be asked to leave school if your room isn't cleaned up by the end of the timer.
Praise good behavior.
Be kind to others.
Make sure your child knows what consequences there will be if they misbehave.
You should reward and not punish. Rewards include praise, stickers, toys, etc.
Your child should be taught the rules of the game.
Be consistent.
Avoid shouting and yelling.
Keep up the good work.
Talk calmly and firmly to your child.
Be in control of your emotions
Do not shout or scream.
Show your love.
Do not hit your child.
Spend some time explaining yourself.
Remember that children are only small once in a lifetime.
Promises must be kept.
Listen to what your child is feeling.
Understand that children are not stupid.
Have patience.
Be kind to your child.
Stay calm.
Encourage your child to express his/her feelings.