Parenting Children - September 16, 2012

Day 33 - Relationships with siblings and other children Part II

Parenting Children Ages 0-10

2. Don't try to arbitrate every fight

• give them space to work out their own disagreements
• remain impartial- don't always blame the older child or jump to conclusions
• intervene if they are hurting each other
• don't allow unkind words or bullying
• think ahead for regular issues that cause disputes: take turns when possible

Question:
What are the main causes of arguments between your children? Or between your only child and his/her friends?

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The Internet and Electronic Games

  • alert children to the benefits and dangers
  • put filters on home computers
  • keep computers in family room
  • enforce time limits for being online and playing games

Drugs and alcohol

  • have conversations throughout their upbringing
  • equip them with the facts to inform and protect them

What should you do to restrict your child’s time online, and playing games, and how can you keep them safe?  How can you try to give your children a healthy attitude toward drugs and alcohol?

 

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