Don't be square - Show some care!
Effective Parent Wanted
Qualifications
- must have reasonable demands and high responsiveness
- must listen to children
- must place limits, consequences, expectations
- must express warmth and nurturance
- must allow children to express opinions
Characteristics of an Effective Parent
- patience
- sense of humor
- sensitivity
- responsibility
Skills Needed to be an Effective Parent
- ability to get along well with children
- ability to clean up messes
- ability to multitask
- ability to cook
Parenting Management Skills
- recognize safety
- provide a positive example
- set appropriate limits
- choose battles wisely
- manage stress carefully