Childhood runs a varied graph of ups and downs where at times a child wants to be just with the mother and sometimes just can’t stand her. This is where parenting plays a crucial role. It is hard to bear for a parent a small boy / girl the one he / she have raised with their two hands not obeying or is going completely against. The situation is tough at both ends and this is what is to be acknowledged by parents. For a child the things may be upside down with lack of knowledge, immaturity or influences but a parent has to realise the wise way and act intelligent. Going with a stone head, slapping them, forcing them to leave or not listening to them at all will only ruin things at both ends.

Role of a parent

One needs to act mature and appreciate the emotions that may be going underneath. Whenever a child complains or disagrees try to figure out the reason why he / she are behaving that way. But never ever in the phase impose or over power the child. You may be right but it is usually tough for the docile child psychology to understand and apply. Being a parent one should understand the difference and lay emphasis on what the child is saying. Your schedules may be hectic but simply take a note that the child has only you to look up to, so give them enough time in your demanding work to meet ends.

Don’t let the child feel being dominated by you. The young blood ready to mingle the crucial world often can’t take no. Else give some options so that things ease off. For instance going for an adventure trip which a parent can’t agree for obvious concern reasons should be compensated with a family holiday. Here ignoring the child and sidelining his / her wish will only bring in distances. Every aspect should be towards positive vibes within the household.

Never take the argument or harsh words as disrespect; the child’s mind is so small to even understand the word. Here your baby isn’t doing anything to just go against he / she is just moving with may be what his / her friends may be following. Not respecting is out of question. A mature set needs to cultivate the habit of knowing the struggle behind all this.

Sometimes a child ignored for a while often tries to seek attention via tantrums, not eating anything at all or not talking to anyone. A parent should instantly catch up with these signs and symptoms and simply nip them in the root to strike of all possibilities of hatred. The mind set of a child is like a fresh soil it will only fetch good when a parent tills it right and cultivates with affection and care.    

A parent loves the child but these small trifles can turn things sour. So take a step forward express your love show your concern and never try to take an upper hand; always be with the kid.