Child care plays a vital role in shaping the future of your kids. It helps develop their skills and lends them a sense of understanding. However, at times, you may feel that whatever you’re doing is not enough, or that you're not doing the right thing. Well, we have all been there.
For all the mothers who are looking for tips and tricks to keep your child engaged and have a close bonding with them, we’re here!
We have a list of 5 child care tips from experienced moms and educators who have already been through raising their children. We are sure that this will help all the mothers out there. Let’s get started, shall we?
1. Read them Books about Indian Mythology – Apurva, Bibliophiles
To stay rooted in our culture in these times of everything digital is very crucial. For that, reading your child stories or books that talk about Indian mythology will help them address their problems logically and lend them a sense of belonging. To suggest you one, Yug Books Ramayan tops the list. Here, you will be shooting two birds with one arrow. How? They will know about Indian culture and develop a habit of reading books.
2. Make Online Schooling Fun - Rasika Bhatia, The Wedding Commitments
Because of online lectures these days, children aren’t aware of what they’re missing out on. There are chances that your child might be sitting lazily on the couch attending lectures. Well, in such a case, hype them up by encouraging them about how interesting the lecture can get. This way, they will be engrossed in the activity.
3. Make Them a Daily Workout plan - Tania Kumar, Certified Fitness Coach
Keeping the body in motion energizes our mental well-being. It is the same with the kids as well. Make a simple yet interesting workout plan for your kids that might include shoulder rotations, walking, running in the parks, alternating knee to chest. This is one of the health tips that will help them understand the importance of exercising at an early stage.
4. Independent Learning Helps in the Longer Run - Team Soror
All the mothers want their children to take an active part in their school performances and activities. For this, a habit of independent learning will come in handy. This will help them analyze their learning goals. It also shapes their mental health!
5. Your Kids' Ideas Matter, So Listen! - Nidhi Mishra, Booksomia
Children tend to start forming their opinions about certain topics from a younger age. Here, make sure that you give them a good listen. They should feel heard and not neglected. After all, they are the future!
These were some tips for all the mommas out there. Also, we do know that it must be pretty tiring for all the moms to play the role every day. You can keep yourself charged and motivated by practicing physical and mental fitness. This will be a breather for you. Besides, you get a little “me time”.
Childhood is a beautiful phase for children as well as mothers, however, if you ever feel you’re lagging behind or not being a great mom, know that it is okay. Every phase has its fair share of ups and downs, but it is totally worth it.
If you’re a mom who has been through it or has something to share, feel free to connect with your sisters at Sororedit. Share your tips and experiences with fellow mothers and sisters from across the globe!
Team SOROR
( Singapore )