When a child is born, it’s just adorable. They depend on us 100% and it’s up to us to make sure that all their needs are met. We look at them and imagine what they will be like when they are older and we smile the entire time we are thinking this. We see them as perfect little angels, peaceful and sweet always. Then they begin to walk.
Hopefully by this time you have taken the time to tone yourselves up because you will need to be in shape to catch up to them. We can’t wait to see them take their first steps, it’s just incredible.
We are so happy but then comes the day we are no longer smiling as much, we are too exhausted to even grin. The minute they learn to walk, that’s when your adventure begins. Children are so curious and want to get into everything in their reach. They will go through your purses and wallets, take everything out. They will go through the cabinets, the closets, the dresser, etc. They want to play with the DVD player, the television, computers, radios, etc. At the end of the day, you are exhausted from chasing them around the house.
Then there are the first words they speak. It’s either mama or dada; again we are filled with joy. It’s wonderful to hear them speak and call for you. Those words tug at your heart; it’s a special moment and a special bond between parent and child. Of course, there will be times you will wish for those days they just smiled at you. There they are, standing next to you and repeating over and over again, mom, mom, mom, mom, dad, dad, dad, dad. When you don’t answer they begin to say louder and louder. Some parents say that it drives them crazy. Best thing to do is answer and be patient. It’s funny though, there are times they say it and when you ask them what they want, they will say I don’t know. Be patient, remember they are your children and you do love them.
However the best part of a child learning to talk is when they begin to repeat everything they hear and will tell anyone anything they see. This can be horrifying for the parents but entertaining to others. Here are a few tips on how to avoid embarrassing situations because your child decided to reveal secrets about you. Here’s a story that will help you understand. A mom let her 3 yr old daughter go to the bathroom with her. It happened to be that time of the month for the mom. The child was curious and asked what was wrong with her. So as to not get into too much detail, the mom just said she cut herself and needed a band-aid. As soon as the mom opened the door, the little girl ran out and yelled out loud to her father that her mother was bleeding down there; she had cut herself and had to put on a huge band-aid. That dad should take her to the hospital. It wouldn’t have been so bad if it was just the dad there. But that day she had friends over, it was a full-house. The mom just didn’t know where to hide. While she was embarrassed everyone else laughed.
A child is innocent and is not aware of when they are doing anything that may be bad. This is where the parents have to teach them right from wrong. But remember, for them to be good children, you have to be a good role model. How many times you have gotten out of doing something by lying? Maybe you told a friend you didn’t make it to their party because you were tired. All of a sudden the child turns around and will say, mommy you went out that night remember. You said you didn’t want to go to that boring party. Again, it’s another embarrassing situation but still funny.
While they are small, they will get into everything they can and all the time believes its okay. They will repeat all they hear and talk about everything they see. Never yell at a child because they do these things. Talk to them softly and let them know why they shouldn’t get into everything and why they shouldn’t repeat everything. It’s not going to be easy but they will learn. However, no matter how embarrassing the situation, laugh a little, it’s amusing. Give the child room to grow, learn and be curious. Besides you can thank them for keeping you on your toes and in shape. Enjoy these years as much as you can, one day you will wish you can have them back, especially when they grow up and leave home.