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By evic,
From san diego
With young kids I feel patience and understanding and making a concerted effort to take an interest in their activities.
By Donna,
From Evansville
spend time with your kids
By Lily,
From Las Vegas
Listen to your kids and treat them with respect.
By Gus,
From El Paso
Make the time to have individual time with each child. Listen because they have a lot to say and you benefit more than they will.
By joni,
From Erie
Men, don't try to don't try to do two things at one time when you are watching the kids. It just doesn't work for you guys. spend a lot of time w/ the kids to make memories
By Angie,
From Dawsonville
Some days, like today, I'm just happy to survive. Honestly take the help that is offered. You are not superwoman/man.
By Ed,
From Glassport
Always be there for your kids. I raised my kids by myself and I was always there for them np matter what they were involved in. And when they grow up they will remember how you were there for support, love, and understanding.
By Buddy,
From Jefferson
Have an open line of communications with your children. Take time every day tio talk to them about their day, their schoolwork and their concerns.
By Susanne,
From Racine
Very a very hands-on parents...love them, listen to them!
By Donna,
From East Machias
Take time to be there for your kids. When they eed you, and when they think they don't.
By Marcy,
From Bridge City
I would love to see this!
By Charles,
From Lexington
Listen to your kids- even when you don't necessarily FEEL like it.
By Tom,
From Lakeport
Stay interested in what they're doing
By Kayce,
From Knoxville
I think it's important to treat your children as individuals, and to give them what they need without shorting yourself.
By Steve,
From Midlothian
To be a better dad, listen to them. Really listen and take in what they are saying and feeling. Nodding your head and saying yes rolls right off them.
By christopher,
From elk grove
you have to listen
By Ed,
From Skokie
Listen and love!
By Jodene,
From South River
Listen to your children
By Diane,
From West Bloomfield
A good parent...always has time for their children, "tries" to listen before, passing judgement, gives unconditional love and support-but can't lose sight of the fact-that they are a parent, not a child's friend! When it comes to life's important desisions.
By Sherry,
From madison
Stay involved in your child's personal life!!
By Carrie,
From Baker City
Show an interest in what your kids are doing and let them know you love them most of all. Try to give them the freedom to make their own choices to an extent, but keep a watchful eye on what's happening and don't be afraid to say no when you really know you need to place some limits for their own safety. It's a hard balancing act. Take the time to enjoy your kids too. The time goes all to fast and before you know it they are grown and gone. So don't be afraid to let some dust collect and go on adventures with your children. The dust will wait, but your kids will not. Make many good memories for them to carry with them for a lifetime.
By Carrie,
From Baker City
Show an interest in what your kids are doing and let them know you love them most of all. Try to give them the freedom to make their own choices to an extent, but keep a watchful eye on what's happening and don't be afraid to say no when you really know you need to place some limits for their own safety. It's a hard balancing act. Take the time to enjoy your kids too. The time goes all to fast and before you know it they are grown and gone. So don't be afraid to let some dust collect and go on adventures with your children. The dust will wait, but your kids will not. Make many good memories for them to carry with them for a lifetime.
By bob,
From covington
Just be genuine. Talk to them, not at them.
By Jay,
From Chicago
Don't forget, they are the kids and you are the parent.
By Tesa,
From Lott
Here's a tip - stay out of the mirror - don't worry so much about your appearance, and spend time with your kids, and please teach them not to spend too much time looking in the mirror making sure every little hair is in place. This is such a detriment to them when they're older.
By Catherine,
From cartersville
don't be afraid of being the parent. You don't have to b their best buddy all the time but you do have to be the praet.
By Michele,
From Avon
My son & I really want to see this. We watch all movies and tv together so they can ask questions.
By Robin,
From Hodgenville
Take an active role in your childs education
By Tim,
From Chico
Do what's best for your kids, even if you think it's makes you the bad guy.
By Sally,
From Trego
I think we all want to be better parents than our parents were, and for me that means participating more in my child's life. Encouraging their interests and actually talking to them and making them feel like they are an important member of the family.
By Ramzi,
From West Hollywood
You should participate in your child's life more, and don't be so quick to judge. Always show an open mind and heart to your children. Love is the ultimate answer to all of their questions, so be easy on them. Most important of all, be their friend and NEVER betray your child's trust.
By Ken,
From Keyport NJ
You should listen and talk to your kids with wisdom and compassion. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
By jayne,
From debord
Spend time with them. Listen. Be a part of their lives and mainly LOVE them
By Keith,
From Discovery Bay
Listen, Take an active role in their schooling and sports, and to just be there with them.
By Jerry,
From Middleton
Open your ears, listen, be there but don't be a shadow, let them learn their mistakes with guidance not demandness.
By Meredith,
From vancouver
Do lots of different projects, games, crafts, baking, playing dates with your children to create memories.
By Sarah,
From Hanover
spend as much time as you can with your kids, that's what they really want!
By Stephen,
From Ridgeway
In today's modern age... discipline is what kids need. We're raising a generation of brats that feel entitled to have the world handed to them on a silver platter.
By Erica,
From Baltimore
listen!
By Candace,
From Mesa
my husband and i want our kids to know that they can ALWAYS come to us.
we want to just be there for them, always.
By Gabriel,
From Winfield
Listen and talk to your kids.
By Angela,
From Lakeport
Show your interest in what they have to say from day one, the babbling turns to words and you need to listen.
By DeeAnn,
From Pottstown
Let the kids know that you are willing to talk to them about anything and that you are not there to judge them. You must start this when they are very young. And be consistant with your answers.
By Mary,
From Sullivan
Make it a point to know your children's friends, what they like about that person, etc. Refrain from any criticisms, but if you are uncomfortable about your child's association with a particular child or thier family, try to see if your concerns are truly justified - if so, take the time to express those concerns to your child (if appropriate) and listen carefully to your child's feedback.
By Kasey,
From Crystal River
Spend time and I don't just mean watching a movie together, but getting out and doing something even if it's just going to the park for a couple hours.
By susan,
From belfast me
hear what your children are saying and watch what they are doing
By Denise,
From Evans
I'd like to spend more quality time and lose my temper less often.
By David,
From Palmerton
more one on one quality time
By Christine,
From USA
Take the time each day to talk to and listen to your children. Most of all, enjoy them. They grow up way too quickly.
Thank you for the giveaway!
By Denyse,
From Seminole
Time, what every kids NEEDS is not. Not matrial items, not extra cirricular activities, they NEED time!
By Kaycee,
From Tallahassee
Listen to your kids. Don't sweat the small stuff and enjoy every moment. Time flies!
By Bradley,
From Gainesville
Take an active role in your children's lives. Be there for them through the good times and the bad.
By Andrew,
From reminderville
listen to your kids.
By Carol,
From WASHINGTON
Take time to listen to your kids.
By S,
From USA
be there- that is the start to being a great parent and listening to what th kids say and do
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