5 Ways to Show Love to Your Children's!

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Many parents strive for perfection in raising their kids. This is an unrealistic goal, to say the least, and it’s not how mom and dad should be focusing their efforts. Making all the right decisions, doing all the right things and being infallible — that’s not what children need from their parents and it’s not what they want. They just want to be seen, valued and loved unconditionally. Experts say when children feel important that they have higher self-esteem and a more positive outlook on life. You’re also teaching your kids how to show affection, which will benefit their friends and family as they grow older. Check out these 5 little ways you can show your kids extra tender loving care!

1. Spend 1-on-1 time with your child.  
   ​It’s important to make time not only for yourself, but for your kids too! Schedule special 1-on-1 quality time with each of your children doing something that they enjoy.  It could be something as simple as playing a board game together, or going on a date to the local ice cream shop! This is especially important for those with multiples as 1-on-1 time is extra valuable.
2. Provide your child with genuine praise. 
   A simple, “I’m proud of you for working so hard” goes a long way, and can make the little accomplishments seem so BIG. Specific, sincere praise will not only help make your child feel special, it will also build their self-confidence. This is a great way to teach a growth-mindset to kids by praising for perseverance versus intelligence.
3. Surprise them! 
   Send a special note in your child’s lunchbox, show up at school unannounced for lunch, or surprise them with their favorite meal for dinner. These little tokens of affection go a long way and will make your child feel extra-loved!
4.  Spend more quality together   
   Take some time to engage in one-on-one activities. They don’t need to be anything fancy: a simple walk will do. Even if it’s only for a short time, it’s quality time that you’re dedicating to them.
5. Respect their space and their feelings… 
   Even when you can’t relate. Letting them know that you hear them is all that matters.

Showing your child a little extra TLC every once and a while will help them feel important, and loved! Just like adults, kids interpret love differently. Try several of the suggestions for ways to show love to see which your child enjoys best. 
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