Ten Ways To Make
Your Child Feel Special
by Ann Douglas
Babies thrive on displays of love and affection. Older children, however, may be embarrassed by the same sort of attention. How can you show them how much you love them -- without making them cringe? Author and mom Ann Douglas has some tips.
When your child was a baby, you told her how special she was a hundred
times each day. You conveyed your delight with her by gazing into
her eyes while you were feeding her, making funny faces at her while you
bathed her, and singing gentle lullabies while you rocked her to sleep.
Now that your child is older and more independent, you may find it more
difficult to let her know how much she means to you. If she's a busy
toddler or preschooler, she may not want to slow down long enough for you
to squeeze in a cuddle. If she's a school-aged child, she may let
you know in no uncertain terms that public displays of affection are decidedly
uncool.
Fortunately, there are plenty of things you can do to make your child
feel special, regardless of his or her age. Here are a few tips: