Parenting can be difficult mostly to the first time parents or single parents but it's important for a parent to know that the children always look up to them as role models.
Not all parents are the same and neither should they be, what matters is how they deal with the problems and struggles that they face.
Here are a few tips to guide you during your parenting journey;
1. Always treat your children with respect
Using courtesy while addressing your children will go a long way into shaping their future. Children will always emulate what their parents do and what is better than teaching your kids to use words like thank you, sorry, excuse me and also avoiding using abusive language.
2. Avoid harsh punishment
Gone are the days when parents used to beat the hell out of their children in an effort to punish them. Harsh punishments will build fear and destroy your children's self-esteem level or at some extreme levels cause trauma. Grounding your child or maybe taking something that he/she loves will be enough punishment for your child.
3. Set rules
Every household should have rules which should be followed to the latter. Rules are important as they shape how your children grow. They get to know what is right and what is wrong.
4. Always be involved in your child's life
Nothing is wrong with taking your child out for ice cream and talking about their school and life experiences. It actually creates a bond and makes the child feel special and loved. Always make time to attend the school meetings and probably help them out with homework.