Maybe we all agree that our parenting skills are the best and we are doing our best for the little ones in the house right? Children do not grow up with a ready-made parenting manual, as the whole process is "learn and improve". As a parent or grandparent, you love your children with all your heart, but did you know that even the best ones make mistakes from time to time?
In case you want the word of child psychologists, they say that there are some things that you should not actually do with children anymore, if you want them to acquire new skills according to the circumstances and surprises that life brings.
#1 Don't use too many technological devices
According to psychologist Roseann Capanna-Hodge, keeping digital devices for a long time hinders the social, emotional and cognitive development of the child. When grandparents place their grandchild in front of an entertainment device, both child and grandparent miss out on important bonding time.
#2 Don't talk too much
Not everything has to be a life lesson! Make comments like grandparents or parents, show curiosity, talk because that's the only way you can have a healthy discussion.
#3 Don't fail to model respectful relationships
Children learn how to interact with others by watching the adults around them, and sometimes, unresolved conflicts can play out in front of children or grandchildren. Respect above all.
#4 Don't underestimate feelings
Never ignore children's feelings by trying to manipulate or hide them. Children understand everything.
#5 Don't raise your voice
Do not raise your voice, do not shout to attract attention, as this gesture only brings fear and anxiety to children.
#6 Micromanaging
Allow children to experiment and fail. These are all part of life, so don't hesitate to practice them as much as possible.
#7 Don't use guilt as a motive
Guilt is never the right way to get a child to behave better. Trying to control behavior through guilt can lead to feelings of worthlessness and a lack of self-confidence. So, set boundaries, but don't use guilt as a motive.
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Source: Parade
