ways to be a better parent

Go around the table and take turns talking about the various people who were generous and kind to each of you that day. It may sound corny, but it makes everyone feel good.

If your child rejects a new dish, dont give up hope. You may have to offer it another six, eight, or even 10 times before he eats it and decides he likes it.

A healthy child instinctively knows how much to eat. If he refuses to finish whatever food is on his plate, just let it go. He wont starve.

Sitting down at the table together is a relaxed way for everyone to connect a time to share happy news, talk about the day, or tell a silly joke. It also helps your kids develop healthy eating habits.

Once a week, allow your children to choose whats for dinner and cook it for them.

You simply can not spoil a child with too many mushy words of affection and too many smooches. Not possible.

Children are not yours, they are only lent to you for a time. In those fleeting years, do your best to help them grow up to be good people.

Yes, parenthood is the most exhausting job on the planet. Yes, your house is a mess, the laundrys piled up, and the dog needs to be walked. But your kid just laughed. Enjoy it now it will be over far too fast.

Just because a child cant talk doesnt mean there isnt lots that shed like to say. Simple signs can help you know what she needs and even how she feels well before she has the words to tell you a great way to reduce frustration.

Research has repeatedly shown that children with a TV in their bedroom weigh more, sleep less, and have lower grades and poorer social skills. P.S. Parents with a television in their bedroom have sex less often.