5 tips to Discipline your child in healthy way

Parenting has really become a challenge, and today parents do not want to shout at their kids or hit them.

Are they doing the right thing?

Yes, because it has been proved that “Shouting” and “Physical Violence” never helps.

But we as parents are so stressed and annoyed at certain times that we tend to shout or even hit them. We even tag them saying “A bad boy” or “A bad girl”. But remember “There is never a Bad Child, It is just their Bad Behaviour” which we need to discipline before it is too late.

Does this happen to you? Do you also feel guilty after this episode?

Don’t worry we will help you with 5 easy tips to discipline them:

1. Have a 1 on 1 time: It is extremely important to have special few minutes with your child to develop a  healthy relationship. This could be just 10 or 20 minutes but during this time you must turn off TV or mobile and just focus on your child.
2. Praise what they are doing good: Parents usually pick up bad behavior and comment on those, just for correcting them. But, when we praise our kids, they feel loved and special. This helps encourage good behavior.
3. Keep your points straight: Rather than saying “No, don't do this” start saying “Do that”. So maybe you want them to clean up after they play. Do not say “Do not leave your toys here” instead say “Please keep your toys in the box after you play”. With this, your child has a clear idea about your expectations and there is no confusion.
4. Distract with a positive activity: Moments when your child is very cranky or is getting stubborn, it is always good to distract them with some positive activity like introducing a game, changing the topic or even going for a walk”. Timely distraction is very crucial, so intervene before the child is too rigid with the behavior. Choose the best way that helps your child get distracted.
5. Explain the consequences of bad behavior: Rather than getting annoyed just let them know the consequences if they continue with the bad behavior. Maybe, if you want them to finish their homework before they go to play. Just say “You are not going out to play without finishing your homework”. This is a small warning for them to change their behavior.

Now, also remember to praise your child if they finish their homework before going out to play. This creates positive feedback.

SO, the Matra of Disciplining your child is “CONSISTENCY”. It is a key factor in positive parenting.

source: https://www.unicef.org/parenting/child-care/how-discipline-your-child-smart-and-healthy-way#:~:text=Use calm consequences&text=Give your child a chance,will end their play time.