Children Learn from Watching Parents

When raising their children, many parents either do the things their own parents did, or they do just the opposite. What do you copy from your parents? What do you do that is different? Have you thought about why you copy some things and reject others?

Even though your baby is only 6 months old, he is learning from your example. That is why it is so important to think about the examples and patterns you are setting, even at an early age. Once set, patterns of family life are hard to change.

Some patterns that influence your child’s life are:

• How you talk to each other
• How you work out problems
• How you show your feelings

Talk to others with kindness and tell them what you really mean to say.

Work out problems by talking about them and finding positive solutions.

Show love and concern to family members, but also tell them when you are angry or upset so the issue can be resolved before it becomes a major problem.

Remember, you are the most important influence in your children’s lives. How you act teaches them how to behave.

Your Baby Is Half a Year Old!

Now that your baby has reached the half-year mark, she is probably spending most of her awake time sitting up, playing, babbling, looking around, and touching everything.

Your baby may be driving you a little crazy because she wants to grab everything she sees. Try to be patient; she is learning about the world.

So far we have talked about how your baby grows each month. But another person has also grown -- YOU. Congratulations -- Keep up the good work!