A good parent is someone who strives to make decisions in the best interest of the child.
WHAT MAKES A GOOD PARENT
Majorly, what makes a good parent is defined by the parent’s action and also their intentions behind their actions. Know this, a good parent does not have to be perfect because no one is perfect but it doesn’t mean we shouldn’t set high standards for ourselves and our children because we serve as first role model to the children.
TIPS TO A GOOD PARENTING
1. BE A GOOD ROLE MODEL: The Best way to teach a child is to show them by doing what you expect them to be because children learn by imitation.
2. LOVE THEM AND SHOW THEM BY ACTION: Showing love to your children can be giving them hugs, spending quality time with them and listening to their problems.
3. BE A SAFE HAVEN FOR YOUR CHILD: Be a warm and safe place for your child to explore from and return to.
4. PRACTICE KIND AND POSITIVE PARENTING: Give your child positive family interaction, they will have the ability to experience positive experiences and offer them to others.
REFLECT ON YOUR OWN CHILDHOOD: Reflecting on your own upbringing will help to note things you would like to change and think on how you will do it differently in a real scenario.