Celebrate:
In little ways, every single day. Create a bank of
positive memories.
Protect:
You are responsible for your child’s safety.
Nourish:
Food for body— Dietary habits and process of
cooking.
Food for mind - Interactions / Experiences;
Books, people and nature; make creative tasks
part of routine
Food for soul.—Gratitude, empathy and
tolerance.
Love:
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Unconditional love is the bulwark on which a child
builds its self—esteem. Be the comfort your
child can turn to.
Inspire:
You are the child’s first role model he / she can
look up to. Hence be the parent who walks the
talk.
Challenge:
A child can stretch beyond his capabilities when
challenged. Walk the delicate balance between
being pushy and being someone who challenges.
Connect:
Staying connected with extended family,
friends, neighbourhood helps a child grow up
with a sense of rootedness.
Define:
A child with boundaries is a child with a sense of
security and ingrained responsibility.
Detach:
A child who has never fallen is a child who is
watched too much.
Praise:
Use praise judiciously to encourage, motivate and
reinforce the child. Children thrive on parental
approval. It is better to praise the effort than
ability. Praise should be sincere and specific in
detail.
Laugh:
A child who grows up with laughter is a happy
child.
Listen:
Paying attention to our children is a gift we owe to
them because if we don't listen they will find
others who do. Set aside time, avoid being
judgemental, maintain confidentiality and be
polite.
Release:
Parenting is pushing way of your child step by step
so he or she can cope with the world
independently.
Prioritise:
Take care of oneself because to parent as
effectively as you could and ask for help if you
need it.