Patience in dealing with the chaotic schedule of newborns
Being parents of a newborn, one of the biggest challenges is dealing with the baby’s feeding and sleeping schedule. Some parents tend to want to establish a sleep routine for the baby as early as possible, even if the baby cries at night, they believe that letting the baby cry a few times will help the baby adapt and stop crying.
However, this approach is not only not good for the baby but also creates a sense of insecurity for the baby. Taking care of and nurturing the baby during this stage is important for the baby to feel loved and cared for. Babies are born small and fragile, so parents’ patience, gentleness, and love are crucial.
Patience in listening to the baby’s communication
The process of learning to speak is an important stage, and when the baby starts to learn to speak, parents need to patiently guide the baby, not cutting off the baby’s words. Respect and waiting for the turn are important to support the baby’s language development. Parents should listen to the baby frequently, create opportunities to understand the baby’s thoughts and provide guidance, advice, assistance, and comfort when the baby needs it.
Patience with the restlessness and chaos at home
It is completely natural for babies to show restlessness and a desire to play while they are exploring the world around them, experimenting with solid food, or simply choosing entertainment. Parents need to learn to accept that their home will become messy so that the baby has the opportunity to be creative and imaginative. This is the stage when babies learn through interacting with the environment, helping them develop patience, confidence, and self-awareness. Being ready to let the baby get a little dirty and to let the house become a bit messy is also a way to stimulate the baby’s mind.
Patience in facing the child’s shortcomings
Instead of showing anger and scolding when the child makes mistakes, parents should show rationality, calmness, and patience to help the child recognize and understand their mistakes. The most important thing is not only to criticize, but also to guide the child on how to overcome and learn from those mistakes. This patient approach helps the child learn from the root of their weaknesses.
After gently helping the child recognize their mistakes, the child will easily listen and learn. Wise and gentle advice from parents will help the child effectively absorb the lessons when making mistakes.
Patience in dealing with the child’s fluctuating grades
Parents should not be too concerned about comparing their child’s academic achievements with others, nor should they show anger or disappointment when the child receives a low score. Use positive language and encourage the child’s progress step by step. Each child has their own talents and abilities, and the important thing is to support the child in identifying problems and finding ways to improve.
In fact, having occasional academic results is common, and what matters is focusing on the child’s mindset and attitude towards learning. When parents encourage and support their child, the child will have more motivation to improve and develop their learning abilities. Focus on the child’s progress and learning, not just the grades.
Patience in accepting the child’s distant dreams
Parents need to understand that they should not impose their own personal dreams on their child. Each child has their own dreams, interests, and special skills. Respect and encourage the child to develop according to their own passions and will, rather than according to the expectations or expectations of parents. When the child is pursuing their dreams, let them develop freely, without hindrance or pressure to pursue goals that are not their own. Let the child experience freedom in dreaming and support them in pursuing their passions naturally and positively.
Patience to listen to the child
Although parents may have more experience and intelligence, listening and respecting the child’s opinions is important. Parents should minimize self-importance and open their hearts to listen to the child’s perspectives, opinions, and desires. Be patient, do not interrupt, and give the child the opportunity to express their opinions and personal desires freely.
In the family, patience in listening can help maintain the bond and understanding between parents and children. This also helps build a relationship of respect and mutual understanding. Parents should be listeners and understanders so that the child can develop comprehensively.
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