Parenting Tips
Written by Jill // January 12, 2010 // Parenting // 2 Comments
Who are any of us, really, to offer parenting tips? Every child, parent and relationship are so different, and this is why UrbanMommies is less a blog, and more a pragmatic, information-based online magazine with more information than opinions. But… there is always more to learn and tricks of the trade can be very helpful in making our lives easier and more manageable. We’ve listed a few tips on parenting, but would also like for you to add your own in the comments section.
1. You might have expectations, but if you can let go of these, stress will be lessened and beautiful memories created.
2. The experts tell us what we should do. Our kids tell us what we can do. (@AldridgeDuff)
3. Other parents love to validate their own decisions by giving you advice.
4. Even the ‘expert’ parents have left the house with no spare diapers or snacks. Be creative.
5. You don’t have to love every minute.
6. You don’t have to be good at everything. Think of yourself as a CEO. Identify your strengths and outsource as much as you are able. (cleaning, prepared meals, etc).
7. Trust your own instincts. (from @kstennant)
8. Your child needs you to be an empathetic parent – not a friend. (from @TanyaGeisler)
9. Take time for yourself. It will make you a better parent.
10. Children will emulate you, and the way you treat yourself is how they learn to treat themselves.
For more inspiration, see our Mothering Expert’s posts on renewing yourself as a mother, and balance.
- Jill Amery is learning about parenting every day.
Jill Amery is a mom of 2 monkeys/stormtroopers and Editor and Publisher at UrbanMommies Media. Though she's based in Canada, her palette is mostly French and her fashion sense is decidedly Italian. When taking a break from her busy travel schedule, she can be found hosting complicated dinner parties or surfing ebay for obscure vintage gowns.
2 Comments on "Parenting Tips"
Your child will tell you exactly what they need and when they need it, or not, as the case may be. If you’re listening, many battles can be averted ie weaning from a pacifier or bottle, potty training etc
Don’t say ” I can wait for …..” enjoy the now because the time goes so quickly.