Be a Nurturing Parent

• Take care of yourself – exercise, read, or do things that energize you and bring you enjoyment.
• Accept help – no one can do it all on our own!
• Listen to your child.
• Encourage your child.
• Spend time with your child doing things you both enjoy.
• Use words that help not hurt.
• Teach through your actions
• Respect your child.
• Tell your child you love them.
• Praise your child.
• Make rules, set limits and always follow through. These things help children feel safe and secure.
• Give your child chores. This helps them learn responsibility, the importance of working as a team and self confidence.