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Raising good children
Last Updated (Tuesday, 08 December 2009 03:31) Written by james Monday, 07 December 2009 11:16
Parenting refers to activity of bringing up a child that covers their social, emotional, physical and intellectual development from infancy until they reach adulthood. It can be a difficult and heavy responsibility particularly for first-time parents.
To ensure that your kids experience a balanced development during infancy, here are some practical suggestions to raise happy kids. Parenting in its simplest form would be – connections, play, practice, mastery and recognition.
Bear in mind that kids need unconditional love from their kith and kin to ensure that they feel part of the large extended family. But the most important love bond is between the kid and parents. How exactly do you bond with your kids? Get involved in open-ended play. Besides nurturing their decision-making and problem-solving skills, it is a great time to get connected with your children. Unconsciously, open-ended play (let the kids create a scenario and solve it on their own) may help you to identify their talents and skills in particular filed.
Family finance
Last Updated (Tuesday, 08 December 2009 03:31) Written by james Monday, 07 December 2009 06:21
The first parenting challenge awaits you is finance matter. Remember, a child changes everything. Raising a child these days is pricey – from buying baby equipment to setting up a trust fund for education in the future, everything involves money. Hence, before you struggle mid-way while raising your kid, plan ahead and start saving even before you have a baby in the family.
Most probably, parents are excited over the first child in a family. But bear in mind, control your expenditure and do not fall into the parent trap – purchase only what is necessary. Here are some top practical tips to guide parents on finance matters once a baby is on the way.
For parents out there, shop smartly. It is extremely important for you to choose quality products especially equipments such as cribs, car seats and breast pumps. Make you you browse through different stores before purchasing particular item. Compare prices to ensure you have the best deals and bargain. If possible, re-use essentials such as baby clothes and cribs by handing it down from kith and kin.
