wn fact that babies are not born holding an instruction manual in their hands. Information and advice are bombarded from all directions, and it’s really difficult to listen to yourself or be sure on how to act or what to do. Raising children sometimes becomes a very confusing mission.
We are living in an era that changes rapidly, both socially and technologically.
Today’s families come in all colors of the rainbow, and new skills are needed. What worked for you parents won’t necessarily work for you.
Today’s parents find themselves bargaining, threatening, pleading, compensating, spoiling and pleasing their children, trying to be “friends”, instead of providing a safe and secure environment for their children.
Parents need to be reminded of their role in their children’s lives; they need to get the confidence to do what they need to do,
while establishing a nourishing environment with clear boundaries, structure, a sense of belonging and encouragement — and above all, loving them without conditions.
