Ever since the birth of baby Isabelle (fyi, Isabelle is only 18 months old), I've taken a point to 'support' her in everything she does. Sometimes as parents we tend to be overly protective. We caution our kids from dangers, we scold them when they make mistakes, maybe as adults we worry too much.
As kids are, they are constantly learning new things, discovering the world with that curious, curious mind. They do things because it awes them, not because it is right or wrong. As a new parent, in a split of a second, I say the wrongs things, only to realize too often it's too late. Today's tip is all about supporting your kids, praising them for their efforts regardless of the result. If your child likes drawing on the wall, give his room a chalkboard paint job, don't shove that curious mind away...
As kids are, they are constantly learning new things, discovering the world with that curious, curious mind. They do things because it awes them, not because it is right or wrong. As a new parent, in a split of a second, I say the wrongs things, only to realize too often it's too late. Today's tip is all about supporting your kids, praising them for their efforts regardless of the result. If your child likes drawing on the wall, give his room a chalkboard paint job, don't shove that curious mind away...
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