Is it possible to be able to tell if you are doing a good job by raising your child? Are there signs that lets you know if you are doing the right thing for them, and if you are making the right decisions? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
2006-06-16 14:09:57 · 14 answers · asked by ♥♫i luv♥♫juicy fruit♥♫gum 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Addressed to Doot:
I started laughing about your comment regarding my pic. I find it interesting too!!
2006-06-16 14:20:44 · update #1
Addressed to:
Cajirenee( Below)
I find it amusing that the women always feel the need comment on my avatar picture. That is really funny. However, by you stating that my avavtar picture looks like trash, it just makes me want to find one that doesn't have ANY clothes on. Your avatar picture is supposed to reflect who you are, and I am sorry if the female views on this forum doesn't agree with my picture. I like it, and I will continue to keep it up here. So, too bad, so sad, GET OVER IT! It's really crazy when you say negative things about an avatar picture. It just shows how insecure you are with your own femininity, and that is just sad. You really need to GROW UP!! And if you do have children, then I feel REALLY sorry for them because someone who has your personality obviously doesn't know how to take a joke. IT'S JUST A PICTURE!!! LMAO!!
2006-06-17 03:15:37 · update #2
I have four kids but I still am not sure if there is a way to tell if you are a good parent or not. I think it comes as our children get older. I think that if our kids are not into trouble with the police all the time, not doing drugs,not drinking all the time,not pregnant, then I think we can say we were a pretty good parent(don't want to get a big head...lol jk) but in all seriousness no kids come with "how to do" brochures, so we as parents have to go with gut instinct and do the best we can. We should give them love and support them at all times. Even when we think we know what is "best" for them. One thing we should all remember is we want to make it so our kids feel they can come and talk to us about anything. we don't want them to feel they can't so they seek someone's advice that might be the wrong advice. All I know is that I told my kids I love you and am proud that you are my children and if I had it to do all over again I would have. One thing to always remember is God comes first, then our kids, then our spouse. but always put your kids before "any" man. Because our kids are always there for us in the end when the man walks out. been there done that. I know this for a fact. Don't be surprised if from your kids that you hear "I hate you mom" at the time they mean it but in the end they don't and won't hate you. its funny I remember my oldest daughter telling me "mom, I always heard what you said...I just didn't want to hear what you were telling me". lol so they really do hear us, I am going to close for now as I am getting off the subject. but if you have any further questions or just need a sounding board, "we all do at times". feel free to write to me at pnywho@yahoo.com I look forward to hearing from you. love Penny
2006-06-16 15:55:38 · answer #1 · answered by Penny 1 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Are you just trying to get attention with that picture because that makes you look like trash but anyways just make sure that you tell your child you love them and they can do anything they set their mind to, that you make decisions that are in their best interest, just support your child no matter what and you should turn out to be a pretty good parent.
2006-06-17 00:02:31 · answer #2 · answered by Cajirenee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1.Teach your children the difference between fantasy and reality.
2. Let them know that what they see on television isn't always true.
3. Teach them to respect another person's property.
4. Let them know that stealing is wrong.
5. Spend time with your children, even if you have a small picnic in the park.
The list can go on. Just use your better judgement.
2006-06-17 02:51:34 · answer #3 · answered by Patty Pooh Pooh Pie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
um.... really interesting picture..... you have there...... but anyway - the worst thing you can do is if your kid goes out for a team or something play, musical - whatever - the worst thing that you could possibly do (so don't do it) is growl something at your kid like "Who do they think they are asking for my time to help fundraise?" ..... or..... "Man that coach sounds like the snottiest person I have ever met!" In general just don't go around and be negative about everything your child wants to do. They will like and respect you more for it in the long run.
2006-06-16 21:18:26 · answer #4 · answered by Doot 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can never go wrong if you love them. They may make choices along the way that you do not like, however if you do the very best that you can it's all you can do. One of the most important things you can do for them is spend time with them. If you can, stay home with them. The time you invest will be well rewarded later on in theirs and your life.
2006-06-16 21:15:02 · answer #5 · answered by lynda_is 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can honestly say that yes I am a good parent. My husband and I have been together for 8 years and we have a 2 year old daughter. She knows her ABC;s can count to 10 ,knows some of her colors and will repeat anythinh you say, I mean anything. We have taught her to say please when she wants something and thank you when she gets it, if she gives you something and you say thank you she will tell you your welcome. These days it is not easy to be a good parent, but if you want your kids to be respected then you must take the time to teach them how to respect other.
Thank you
2006-06-17 12:06:39 · answer #6 · answered by hot mammav 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
soon, I will become a stepmom to 2 kids of my fiancee I met in webdatedotcom and I will soon conceive after 7 months.. I dont know how to be a mother yet, i guess you can tell that you will be a good mother when your kids grow mature and responsible on everything they are doing. When they are young, its good to expose them to things that may harm them so they'd know which is wrong and right.
2006-06-16 22:27:52 · answer #7 · answered by michelle s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they hate you then you're doing pretty good....if they're wanting to hang out with you and really like you....you're too freakin' nice and need to break your foot off in someone's behind before it's too late!
2006-06-16 21:14:10 · answer #8 · answered by Scadle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are doing a pretty good job if your children NEVER act up when they are with a sitter, or friends houses. When they only act up with you.
2006-06-16 21:16:56 · answer #9 · answered by tooyoung2bagrannybabe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a good question. I would think that if your child is Happy, Healthy, and Well behaved, that you are doing a good job.
2006-06-16 21:13:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋