You will be in awe at your baby as a first mom. But you will also be cursing our public schools system. Here are some suggestions to help you cope with motherhood. Your new role of mother-to-be is important. Make your OB provider your friend. Preparing your birth plan is key. Make sure to discuss it with your OB practitioner before the big event.
Your baby will smile at you
Your baby will learn to smile when he/she can move his/her lips. The smile you give will attract attention, and your baby will grow up knowing that smiling will make him or her feel more comfortable. It can also help with brain development. It allows babies to imitate caregivers' facial expressions, which helps with their social awareness.
Your baby's first smile will make you feel magical. It will trigger neurological activation and physiological reactions in your baby. It will also strengthen the emotional connection between you and your baby. This smile will last throughout the child's life and be your support as you navigate through the often-rocky waters of motherhood. The baby's smile will be a sign that you are strong.
It is easy to make your baby smile at you if they are happy, relaxed, alert, and awake. This behavior can be encouraged by smiling and talking to your baby. You must respond consistently to your baby's signals. They allow you to gauge how they feel and adjust accordingly. This will encourage your child's self-esteem to grow even at a very young age.
You will curse the public school system
A first-time mother will feel frustrated by the public school system when she has three children. You will find yourself in a vicious meritocracy and radical progressivism. The system will fight to get your kids into the best school. These are my tips for you to help you through this trying time. Here's my experience. You'll be cursed too.
FAQ
What is a positive example?
Positive parenting teaches children to be positive by setting high standards for themselves and expecting them all to follow them. It includes loving them and helping them when they fail.
Positive parenting teaches children to make decisions based on what is best for themselves rather than the easiest or most convenient. This helps children become independent adults and not just follow what others tell them.
Positive parenting includes having fun together and encouraging children to have fun in their lives.
Children will trust their parents if they feel loved and cared for by them. They are more likely to be happy and healthier, and less likely get into trouble.
Is it better for a child to have strict parents?
It is important to be a strict parent. Children need to learn how they behave. However, discipline is necessary if children are not being consistent.
You have to teach them how to act properly. You don't want your children to get out of control. They might hurt someone.
Being strict with your children is easier than being permissive. You will see rebellion in your children if you give them too much freedom.
They will not learn how to behave if they are given too much freedom.
It's hard work being a strict parent, but I think it's worth it.
What is positive parenting?
Positive parenting styles are those which help children develop into happy, well-adjusted adults by teaching them how to behave constructively and positively towards others.
They teach children to manage stress and conflict, deal with disappointment, and resolve conflicts peacefully.
Children learn to be responsible and self-discipline through positive parenting. It teaches them how they can make decisions and solve their own problems.
It encourages them to take risks and try new things. They learn to work hard and be successful in life.
Statistics
- Students from authoritative families were likelier to say that their parents–not their peers–would influence their decisions (Bednar and Fisher 2003). (parentingscience.com)
- 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)
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How To
What can I do to discipline my child?
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:
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Discuss with your child what you believe they did wrong.
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Give them time limits. You could say, "I'm going give you five minutes to clean your bedroom." If you haven't finished when the timer goes off, you'll have to stay after school."
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Praise good behavior.
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Be kind to others.
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You must make sure that your child understands the consequences of any behavior.
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Reward instead of punishment. Rewards include praise, stickers, toys, etc.
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Your child should be taught the rules of the game.
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Be consistent.
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Avoid shouting and yelling.
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Keep up the good work.
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Talk to your child calmly and firmly.
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Keep your emotions under control.
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Speak softly and don't shout.
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Show love and affection.
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Do not hit your child.
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Take time to explain yourself.
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Keep in mind that children are just small once.
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Always keep your word.
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Listen to your child's feelings.
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Understanding that children are not stupid is key.
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Have patience.
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You shouldn't make your child mad.
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Remain calm
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Encourage your child the freedom to express himself/herself.