Tips to build strong Parent -Child relationship

My name is HOLINESS PAUL, from Nigeria. I decided to dedicate my time to play games and dance with my kids. The games we played were horse ride and blowing of balloons. I acted the role of a horse while the kids ride on me.

Again I and the kids competed on who to blow the longest balloon, I gave the kids chance to win , they were so happy of their victory . Allowing them to win was my little way of encouraging them, that through determination and effort, they can success in their future endeavors. It was a wonderful and memorable moment shared as the kids keep asking for more.To me, one of most significant things in a child life is the relationship with parents because it is the earliest connection a child has in life. As a parent having a cordial relationship with your child create positive impact on the physical, spiritual, emotional, social and cognitive development.

How do you Strengthen Relationship with your child(ren)?

(1) Create time for your child: As a parent, playing, eating and gisting with your child is important. Being in a moment with your child, spending quality time together, creating peaceful and comfortable environment strengthen the bond between parent and child.

(2) Listen and empathy:
Parent give your child a listening ear, give room for your children to express themselves, apply understanding and try seeing things in your child perspective and don't be judgemental. Let your child know you are there to help them with whatever will bring positive impact in your child's life. This will lead to openness , confidence and ability to confide in the parent.

(3) Apology
As a parent, you should learn to apologize to your child when you are wrong
Apologizing to your child, you are literally teaching them that it's okay to make mistakes as long as you take responsibility and learn from it as nobody is above mistake. It also re-establish dignity and trust from your child. Apologizing to your child build trust, strengthen relationship. It helps your child learn tools to succeed in life and sustain good relationship with people.

Conclusion
As a parent, to foster a strong relationship with your child try to show physical affection, pay attention and spend time with your children. Remember Children with less love and affection tend to be hostile, anti-social and have low self-esteem.