Did you ever consider that the mistakes your children make are beneficial?
Hello Friends:
Did you ever consider that the mistakes your children make are beneficial? The poor grade, the slip ups on the field and more are bound to happen. See below for how you might want to reconsider how you address your children’s mistakes—helpful conversations to have.
We know that only children form strong, positive bonds with their child. Reconsider if or how that closeness could become a problem.
And?finally, read about the awkward question of gift giving and receiving at birthday parties whether your child is a guest or you are hosting. Most parents don’t want an avalanche of toys coming into their homes. Consider alternatives and how to make them work for everyone involved.
Stay well,
Susan
Mistakes are good.
Well into the school year, as a parent you may say something like, “you didn’t study enough for the test.” I know I said that a lot. Here, more positive conversations and ways to encourage your child and build his confidence when he falters from The Family Institute at Northwestern University.
The Only-Child Perk Almost No One Talks About
“I wouldn’t swap being my parents’ best friend for anything in the world,” Nina*, a 30-year-old only child, told me. Is the closer bond that most only children have with parents a good thing?
I Said No Gifts & Damn It, I Mean It
The dilemma of birthday party gifts: thoughts on how to stop the overflow of unneeded or unwanted toys and gifts. One mother explains this parent predicament.
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1 年I have an only child and love how bonded we are.