It has been said that no parent wants to harm their children because all parents love their children. True or not, there are at least two parents - parents who are loved by their kids and those who are not for some reason. One of the reasons could be child abuse or neglect. Here are some helpful suggestions for parents to help themselves and other parents eliminate the chance of causing any harm to children.
1. Be a model by being a good parent yourself. You are a good parent because your children need all the best love and care they deserve and not to show other parents that you are better than them. By being a good parent you automatically become an inspiration if you are concerned about that.
2. Offer help to others. If you find it difficult to be a parent, for sure others also find it difficult and some are in a more difficult situation than you are in. Be helpful to these people by being a caretaker of their children for a specific hour of week so that the parents can have time for themselves of concentrate on some necessary tasks.
3. There are times when life is too much to bear, don't blame your children for the misery. Do seek some help either from other parents, friends, or professionals.
4. One of the most stressing periods of parenthood is when the kids are in their infant years. Some cry a lot that parents become to frustrated. You wish they could talk but they can't. Never ever shake the baby. Clear your mind and know exactly what could be wrong. For first time mothers, it is always helpful to have a mentor, an experienced mother of course.
5. Go out of your way offer some good suggestions to community leaders in developing services to meet the needs of healthy children and families. You can visit your clergy, your local library and community schools. Seek suggestions also from other parents who are equally concerned.
6. Focus specifically in your local library. Help develop and maintain resources for good parenting. Most libraries lack this. Organize reading groups both for parents and children.
7. Another area of concentration is your child's school. During meetings with teachers, school officials, and other parents, help conceptualize ideas on how to keep your children safe and healthy.
8. Be aware how much time your children spend time in watching television and playing video games and make sure that these things will not influence your child to develop violent or promiscuous attitudes. Be aware that children can harm or influence other children.
9. If there is any organization that has a child abuse prevention program in your area, get involved by becoming a volunteer.
10. If you suspect any abuse or neglect to a child you know, do not waste time to report the case to the proper authorities.
© 2008, Joe Loiacano
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Joe Loiacano is a staunch advocate against child abuse and homelessness both in the United States and abroad. To see how you can help our children and for volunteer opportunities please visit http://www.childadvocates.org
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