You don’t have to be a “perfect” parent to raise happy, healthy, well-adjusted children.

But you do need to think about what your kids need.

 

Kids need love. Kids need boundaries. Kids need someone to look up to and learn from- a role model!

 

If you want to be a role model for your child, it means taking a close, honest look at how you live your own life. If you’re ready to step up to the plate, here are a few ways to lead by example:

 

Check in with yourself

Evaluate your own behaviour – this can be healthy for your child to see and hear you do too.

 

Am I watching too much TV?

I need to stop eating cheese and make better health choices!

Yesterday I felt too angry, I need to learn how to stay calm!

 

Invite your children in the conversation and ask them if they want to improve as well.

 

Be your best self

When it comes to your kids, they pay attention to everything you say and do, and they imitate your words and actions. They get influenced very easily, so always be your best self.

 

Be Attentive

As your child gets older, he or she will naturally push for more independence.

‘Mom, don’t come into my room.’

 

Even if your children find it annoying, make sure to be attentive and ensure they are fine.

 

Enforce consequences when your child has done something wrong

So many parents are hesitant to enforce consequences when a kid breaks a rule, but it is very essential to do so. When your child does something unacceptable, you must implement an appropriate consequence. Eg. If you don’t take granny for a walk,  you can’t go to the playground.

 

No matter how old your kids are, it’s never too late to be a role model for them. If you want to be a good role model for your children, then you’re already on the right track. Hopefully, some of our tips can help you along the way!

 

Have any other tips? Let us know what has worked for you by commenting below!

 

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https://www.allprodad.com/10-ways-to-be-a-role-model-to-your-children/