Parenting is hard
Parenting is perhaps the most challenging thing anyone will ever take on in their lives. Of course, there’s no easy or simple or complete way to parent but some ideas can help to create a healthy relationship between you and your child. One top model of parenting is called Active Parenting. Active parenting is when you focus on the child’s needs. I love this approach because it acknowledges that kids are human too. They have needs and desires just like any adult. It can be really easy to think your kid is irrational if they’re acting out, but it’s more likely that their needs are not being met. This leads bad behavior. However, instead of getting upset, you can evaluate what needs are not being addressed and then address them. The first need children have is contact and belonging. Every child needs to be touched and loved otherwise they won’t develop properly. They will also seek undue attention and act out. Offer contact and interact with your child often. If they get your attentio