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One of the worst things about parenting is when a child is born it doesn’t come with a manual. There are many things one says before becoming a parent; the things you will do, the things you will not do, how your children will be, etc.
The thing is, no one really knows how he’s going to parent until he’s faced with actually becoming one. That’s why it’s so hard to learn how to strike a balance between nurturing and disciplining.
For their own good
Discipline is a natural part of life at any age. Learning how to discipline children can be difficult, but children need to grow up to be healthy adults. Remember that discipline is part of parenting because it shows the child that he or she is loved (this only occurs with healthy forms of discipline where the consequence is the result of breaking clear rules).
Part of educating your child involves giving them the tools to move forward in life with confidence and enthusiasm. Setting limits, and punishing them for exceeding them makes them aware that they have a responsibility to others and creates awareness that the world does not revolve around them.
While it may be difficult to discipline your child, not doing so can do more harm. Failed to set
Parenting involves understanding the different stages in childhood development, providing a safe environment for a child to share their feelings, encouraging a child in all positive ways, and showing unconditional love.
Consistency is key
Discipline is also part of parenting. All discipline must be constructive, fair and consistent. It shouldn’t be physical punishment; rather, discipline must teach a child that an action or behavior is wrong while also showing that there is a right way to do things.
While not every parent will discipline their child in the same way, the key is to remember that discipline must be constructive, not destructive, and positive behavior must be recognized and rewarded.
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Many families also seek schools, youth groups, or religious organizations, such as Ministry of Ed Young Jr, for tips on how to raise healthy and happy children. Feel free to ask for advice on providing the best education for your child.
