- Self care!!! An important information is given to us before the airplane takes off – “Please place the mask over your own mouth and nose before assisting others.” The same message applies to parents, when you have done something for yourself the more patient, energetic, and loving you will be with others. Do what you like and appreciate will make you a better mother!
- Set your limits, be clear, and consistent with them. Children require predictability so that will guide their positive behavior.
- Be kind to yourself and DO NOT COMPARE yourself with anyone else! Parenting is extremely difficult, we are all trying new ways to see what better works for the child, parent, and family. Not everything works the same way for everyone. If no one has said this yet today, You are an amazing mom!
- Spend some time outdoors! There are several benefits from being out in the open such as, increase self-awareness.
- Turn chores into fun activities – children learn the importance of completing chores and are able to do what adults do with their favorite person!