Not all children are raised with the same moral values, mindset or experiences, and that is due to the fact that parents have developed their own parenting styles based on past experiences or the manner in which they themselves were raised.

There is a common misconception that “Parenting Styles” are different from “Parenting Practices”. They are the same in each other, just a different label to create a trend. Whether you call it “Parenting Styles” or “Parenting Practices”, they both  influence a child’s personality, physical health, emotional and mental health, and success throughout childhood. 

Here are some Basic tips that will take away from

the Labels of Parenting.

As a parent you should practice these tips.

TIP #1

Interact with your children.

Sometimes I wait for them to ask a simple question and answer them but I also take this opportunity to extend our conversation. Other times I ask for a few minutes and just chit chat. I have a seventeen year old daughter and still do this to date. With my Toddler it's just “Mommy Time”, which he asks for. Choose your approach and enjoy happy communications. This does not mean to smother them and just take time to respect your child's space and boundaries when it is needed.

TIP #2

Create rules and consequences for breaking them.

Parenting is a process that prepares your child for independence.

Your child needs to be prepared for the real world and that means that there are Laws and once broken there will be a form of punishment. This does not have to be severe punishment, just enough to ensure that they got the message. Sometimes I let them choose their consequences so they will take punishment seriously. But please do not stay focused on the punishment but rather express to them the lesson being thought.

TIP#3

Reward your babies when they have exceeded your expectations.

When you do great in school, you get honors. You excel at your job you expect a raise, bonus or even a promotion. Just as you would expect those rewards in life, don't you think your child deserves them when necessary. You have to enlighten them with the knowledge that  the bad deed will be punished but also their good deeds will be rewarded. No matter how small the reward is. I actually like the idea of Mom and Dad certificates as rewards. Within my family we reward our kids with as simple as an hour of extra screen-time, a dinner, a snack they really like and there are so many simple other rewards we can give, it's up to you as the parent.

TIP#4

Have Realistic expectations.

Unrealistic expectations will mostly hinder your child from being productive and damage their mental health, resulting in an emotionally unstable child who has developed a low self esteem because they didn't live up to your expectations. Instead encourage your child to believe in themselves and set simple goals at first. As long as you as the parent remain supportive throughout their journey to accomplish this simple goal, they themselves will set out to achieve more.

Tip #5

Establish TRUST

Sometimes it will become difficult when you have to let your guards down,  But showing your child you trust them with the simplest of things or even in the most miniscule ways can help them see their own potential.

One deal I have made with my children is that I will always tell them the truth about any and everything as long as they in return always tell me the truth. Believe me sometimes I have to find ways to explain certain things, but I will ensure the ending result is the truth. 

Advice From Author

Pause and process what your child’s behavior is telling you. Listen to them, not just their words but their emotions. Be a supportive Parent and don't forget to always fit into your schedule, quality time with your children. 

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