Trust Yourself
Give Yourself a Break
We all have days where we just don’t feel like cooking. Hitting up a drive through instead of making a meal doesn’t make you a bad parent.
Trust Your Gut
You know your child better than anyone. Follow your instincts when it comes to their health and wellbeing. If you think something is wrong, there’s a good chance that you’re right.
Just Say No
Don’t take on any extra obligations that you don’t want to or don’t have the time for. The next time someone comes looking for a parent volunteer, just say no, unless you are up for the task. It’s okay to say no, you’ll never regret having more time to spend with your kids.
Don’t Let Your Child Disrespect You
Never allow your child to be rude or hurtful things to you, or anyone else in their life. If they do, be firm and let them know that you will not tolerate that kind of behavior.
Pass Along Your Parenting Plan
When it comes to other caregivers, make sure that they know and follow your parenting style. When it comes to your spouse, babysitter, grandparents, etc. have them help to reinforce the values and type of behavior that you want to instill in your child. This include little things like saying please and thank-you and bigger things like being kind to others.