Parenting Pearls

DR. SCAGLIONE'S SIX PARENTING PEARLS

1. You are your children's primary teacher and role model. Remember: they will imitate your behavior.

2. Children learn more from watching what you do than from what you say.

3. Treat your children respectfully. Be positive and supportive by using kind and encouraging words to build self-esteem.

4. Love your children with all your heart, but give them space to learn from their experiences and to think for themselves.

5. Always stay calm and in control when solving problems. Treat your children with consistence, patience and understanding.

6. Set limits with love and empathy while giving your children choices and decisions to make.