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Tips for better parenting
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Take time out
for your child. Even a few minutes reading or playing
with a toy will mean a lot if the child has your full
attention.
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Set rules.
Ground rules help eliminate arguments and teach limits. For
example: Homework has to be finished before watching TV.
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Be positive.
Praise children for good behavior - this will encourage them
to repeat the good behavior. Children tend to repeat the
actions that get them attention.
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Be firm and
consistent. Yes means yes and no means no every time.
Understanding this will help your child to know what to
expect from you. Remember, it's natural for a child to try
to stretch the limits - it's part of the growing process.
It's your job to be fair, firm and consistent.
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Use positive
discipline. Criticize the behavior and not the person.
For example, say, "I'm upset that you hit your friend"
instead of "You're a bad girl for hitting your friend."
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Tips for shopping
with children
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Let
your child know what to expect.
For example, say, "We are going to the grocery for five
things, then to the bank and our last stop will be the gas
station."
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Eat
before you leave.
This will keep everyone's energy levels high and help avoid
temptation.
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Try
to avoid crowds.
Shopping in the early morning is a good way to avoid most
crowds.
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Take
shorter trips.
Marathon shopping will tire and stress both you and your
child.
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Establish limits.
It's hard to say "no" to a child but remember, you're
helping him learn to set limits.
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Know
when it can wait.
If it's not something you absolutely need, shop another time
when you're both rested and well.
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