Knowing Your Child: 3 Suggestions for a Better Relationship!
Is Too Much of Your Relationship Nagging versus Enjoying and Working Well together?
We still have a few openings for mid-winter camp. Call us ASAP (212) 245-0444 and we’ll help you get registered. If a class is full, you'll be put on a waiting list. The waiting list does move, so don't hesitate.
At various times raising my son, I felt I spent too much time nudging, pushing, bugging my son to do things like chores, homework, teeth brushing, versus enjoying each other and having a healthy nurturing relationship. Here are some tips, if you find yourself falling into this trap.
Time Out Together: Your Child Picks What you Do! Schedule regular one-on-one time with one of your children. Having time individually with one parent can be a rare thing in a family. Often we're together as a pack, but for some children, they get lost in this and the individual time can be special and very nurturing. Perhaps once a week or once a month schedule an outing that is their choice. Some can be small, like going out for ice cream or a dog walk together. Some can be big, such as an overnight stay or perhaps to a place they love (Great Wolf Lodge, a hike, LEGOLAND NY). Schedule it and keep it going. You'll both cherish and look forward to this time once it becomes a routine.
Time Out Together: You Pick What you Do! You might get lots of objections, but try it! Pick carefully something you think they'll like, but something that is important to you. This is a nice way for your child to see your passions. I'd suggest every 4 or 5 times you pick an activity.
Start a Book, Movie, or Graphic Novel Club for Kids and Parents. Make it easy and uninvolved. Pick a few friends. Each month, have a different selection made by a different child or adult. Get together by zoom or have a potluck once the world opens up. Spend a half-hour discussing the selection. Keep it short and fun. Maybe combine with time in the park, or end with a board game. Our kids benefit from talking, thinking, and hearing other people's opinions and ideas.
Robofun is open! We're super looking forward to seeing your smiling faces. Our classes by grade can be found here! You can register online or call Noah at (212) 245-0444 if you need any assistance!