Ways to let your kids know you love them without saying it....

Have you ever looked at your child and thought to yourself that you are the luckiest person in the world to be the parent of your child or children? I'm sure that every parent has at one point or another, but maybe not show it often enough. Life can keep us busy, but still...every child wants to feel like they are the special one, no matter if you have one or twenty! Here are some ways to express how much you care:

 

1. Send notes to your kids.

My children LOVE that I write individual notes to go in their lunch boxes every day. Just a simple reminder for your child that you are thinking of them, even when they are at school. My first-grader loves to see who wrote her a letter today, and keeps track of who writes her notes the most that week!

 

2. 1:1 time.

Even though we have five children, my husband and I try our best to set aside one on one time throughout the day for each child. They enjoy being alone with us, even if it's going to be a short trip to the store.

 

3. Doing homework together.

Sit down with your kids while they do their homework. That way, if they need your help, you are right there. Your kids will be more prone to asking for help when you are right there instead of getting up and looking for you. Plus it's a great way to let your child know that you care not only about him or her, but also how they are doing in school and that they fully understand the material.

 

4. Take a class.

Whether its karate or a 'Mommy and me' class, the kids will love experiencing the "learning world" with you!

 

5. Communication is key.

A simple, "How was school today?" can let your child know that you care and that you want to hear about what's going on his their life as well. It opens the way for your child to actually tell you if something may be bothering him or her as well, and lead to better communication with each other in the (teenage) years to come!

 

By using these simple techniques, you will have an everlasting bonding foundation with your child. Even busy parents can do simple things that children will always remember. What are some special ways you show your child that you care?