{"id":12876,"date":"2017-01-24T06:57:27","date_gmt":"2017-01-24T06:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/?p=12876"},"modified":"2023-10-25T09:36:23","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T09:36:23","slug":"seven-strategies-for-successful-parenting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/parenting\/seven-strategies-for-successful-parenting\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Strategies For Successful Parenting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-12877 size-full alignnone\" title=\"Strategies for Successful Parenting\" src=\"http:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/104-4.jpg\" alt=\"Strategies for Successful Parenting\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every parent wants to be successful in raising happy and contented children who reach adulthood as mature, responsible, and caring individuals. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But as every parent knows, these worthy goals are not reached quickly or easily. Indeed, at times <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"raising kids\"}'>raising kids<\/span> may seem like the most difficult task in the world, and one could long for a failsafe step by step guide to success. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, no such <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"good parenting\"}'>good parenting&nbsp;&lsquo;<\/span>manual&rsquo; exists. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, thankfully there are many wise <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting strategies\"}'>parenting strategies and&nbsp;parenting skills<\/span> which have been tried and tested and passed down through the ages from those who have found the secrets of successful parenting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also watch:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AnNjhR4zUt8\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">&#65279;<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are seven of such&nbsp;<span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting strategies\"}'>parenting strategies<\/span>&nbsp;and <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"child rearing practices\"}'>child-rearing practices&nbsp;<\/span>to help you navigate your way through the amazing maze of <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"how to be a good parent\"}'>how to be a good parent<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Be-loving-and-affectionate\"><\/span>1. Be loving and affectionate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a baby arrives in your arms as a helpless bundle of joy, there is one thing it needs above all else, and that is love and affection. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/2010\/HEALTH\/07\/26\/mother.affection.anxiety\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Research<\/a> has even suggested that&nbsp;babies with very affectionate and attentive mothers grow up to be happier, more resilient, and less anxious adults.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> For most parents, it comes naturally to kiss and cuddle their precious little one and lavish them with affection. As the years begin to slip away, sometimes the expressions of love and affection start slipping away too. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>It is normal and understandable for a parent to adapt to new ways of showing love to their child overtime<\/strong> &ndash; after all, some teenagers would be embarrassed if their parents were to hug them in public. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there are countless <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting techniques\"}'>parenting techniques and&nbsp;<\/span>ways of keeping the connection strong and letting your children know that you love them just as much as you did when they were babies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Hold-onto-your-faith\"><\/span>2. Hold onto your faith<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When parents have a shared faith that they impart to their children, this sets a firm foundation within the home. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the famous saying goes, &lsquo;the family that prays together stays together.&rsquo; Being part of a wider community of faith also gives stability and a sense of belonging. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>When you and your children participate together in the traditions and activities of your faith, it will forge a strong bond between you. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is also true when you reach out as a family to help others, and children learn the gift of giving and being grateful for all their blessings rather than living in a self-absorbed sphere.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Emphasize-the-importance-of-relationships\"><\/span>3. Emphasize the importance of relationships<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-12878 size-full alignnone\" title=\"Emphasize the importance of relationships\" src=\"http:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/108-5.jpg\" alt=\"Emphasize the importance of relationships\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relationships are the common currency of this life. From the first breath we take in life, we are bombarded and surrounded by other people to whom we must inevitably relate. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/288668546_Effective_Parenting_A_Master_Key\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">E<\/a><span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"effective parenting\"}'><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/288668546_Effective_Parenting_A_Master_Key\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">ffective parenting<\/a>, therefore,<\/span>&nbsp;involves teaching your children the importance of relating well to others. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is never possible (or even commendable) to be liked by everyone, but it is necessary to show respect and dignity to all. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our&nbsp;<span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting advice\"}'>parenting advice on&nbsp;how to be a better parent would include teaching<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&nbsp;children effective relationship skills by your child&rsquo;s role model. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you as parents maintain a positive and healthy relationship with each other as well as with others around you, your children will learn valuable lessons from you which they can use in their future. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Teach-problem-solving-skills\"><\/span>4. Teach problem-solving skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the many certainties of life is that there are sure to be obstacles and problems along the way. These problems are often blessings in disguise because they teach you invaluable lessons. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While grappling and struggling to overcome a problem, you develop strength and stamina, which in turn helps you to overcome even greater hurdles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best parenting strategies and&nbsp;<span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"positive parenting techniques\"}'>positive parenting techniques<\/span> is to teach your children to see problems as a challenge that can be overcome. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Show them how to weigh their options and chose the best way forward, evaluating along the way and persevering until the solution is found.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Instill-lifelong-learning\"><\/span>5. Instill&nbsp;lifelong learning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>As a parent, no doubt, one of your biggest concerns is your child&rsquo;s education. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeing your kids sitting at the desk with their homework books, studying diligently is every parent&rsquo;s dream. But there is much more to education and learning than simply passing the exams and moving up in the grades. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most valuable <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting strategies\"}'>parenting strategies<\/span> is to try and give their children a love of knowledge and a desire to know about anything and everything, even if it does not directly relate to their present world. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Along with this, what you would need is a teachable attitude. If you can instill the desire and habit of lifelong learning in your child, they will be well on their way to an exciting and ever-unfolding future. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Value-health-and-safety\"><\/span>6. Value health and safety<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-50244\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Value-health-and-safety.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health and safety are of primary concern for every family. Parents can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/parenting\/teaching-emotional-intelligence\/\">teach their children these important<\/a> values by paying careful attention to their own health and well being. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news.osu.edu\/children-notice-what-adults-miss-study-finds\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Children are very observant<\/strong><\/a><strong> and catch on the routines and behaviors of people around them, especially their parents.<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking time to exercise, eating regular and balanced meals, and getting enough sleep are just a few of the things children will learn from you and surely emulate in their own lives. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to safety, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/parenting\/\">teach your children the basics of stranger danger<\/a> and first aid. And make sure they learn how to swim at an early age so that they are safe in the water. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Model-integrity\"><\/span>7. Model integrity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, probably the most significant <span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting strategy\"}'>parenting strategy parents<\/span>&nbsp;can use to rear their children successfully is simply to be a model of integrity. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The old saying &ldquo;do what I say, not what I do&rdquo; is definitely not going to work. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want your children to grow up as decent human beings, then you need to show them what that means in your everyday life i.e., lead by example. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your children see you working hard, keeping your promises and never lying, being respectful to others, especially your spouse, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/saying-thank-you-will-enhance-your-relationship-happiness\/\">saying please and thank<\/a> you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&rsquo;s the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/relationship\/enjoying-married-life-its-the-little-things-that-matter\/\">little things<\/a> that children notice and remember, sometimes forever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Parenting is a platform that evolves with every new generation, and given the significance it has on mankind, future parents should keeping searching for better parenting strategies.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Be it&nbsp;<span data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15105,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":0,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":11}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"parenting tips for toddlers\"}'>parenting tips for toddlers, or simply some&nbsp;good parenting tips, keep looking for ways to hone your craft and ensure that you never stop growing as parents.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every parent wants to be successful in raising happy and contented children who reach adulthood as mature, responsible, and caring individuals. But as every parent knows, these worthy goals are not reached quickly or easily. Indeed, at times raising kids may seem like the most difficult task in the world, and one could long for a failsafe step by step guide to success. Unfortunately, no such good parenting&nbsp;&lsquo;manual&rsquo; exists. 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